Feature Lighting Intern: Shape the Visuals of Animation

Montserrat; Glendale, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

DreamWorks Animation is seeking a Spring 2027 Feature Lighting Intern in Glendale, CA. This full-time, in-person internship runs January 25 to April 2, 2027, with hybrid work consisting of office presence at least three days per week (ramping to four days later).

You will collaborate with CG teams, assist in lighting tasks, and help ensure shot completion under supervision. Applicants should be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree or be a recent graduate within six months.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree at a College/University (or equivalent), or being a recent graduate (within six months of graduation date).
• Passion for working as part of a lighting team in feature animation.
• Desire to learn all aspects of the lighting pipeline.
• Curiosity and teamwork.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to work in Glendale, California.
• Ability to provide own relocation, housing and transportation.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with CG Supervisor and Lead Lighter to achieve the visual target for assigned shots or lighting tasks and address all lighting notes.
• Responsible for taking shots to completion.
• Works well with others and fosters a good working atmosphere.
• Troubleshoots creative and technical issues as they arise.
• As needed, organizes and documents any lighting tools, scripts, or processes.
• Collaborates with other departments for timely integration of elements into assigned shots.
• Manages individual shot load based on the schedule to meet timelines.
• Attends dailies, lighting launches and any other team or department meetings as required.
• Responsible for informing CG Supervisor of any shot issues.
• Participates in the testing of new technologies as required.

Skills

Passion for lighting team

Teamwork

Curiosity

Willing to work in Glendale

Authorized to work in US

Education

Associate/Bachelor/Graduate degree or recent graduate

Job description

DreamWorks Animation is seeking a Spring 2027 Feature Lighting Intern in Glendale, CA. This full-time, in-person internship runs January 25 to April 2, 2027, with hybrid work consisting of office presence at least three days per week (ramping to four days later).

You will collaborate with CG teams, assist in lighting tasks, and help ensure shot completion under supervision. Applicants should be pursuing an Associate, Bachelor or Graduate degree or be a recent graduate within six months.