Overview

The Embassy VFX is a Canadian, Oscar nominated production house. Specializing in live-action production, post-production, and animation for feature films & commercials.

We are currently looking for a Lighting/Shading Generalist TD to join our team for work on upcoming feature and commercial work.
We require someone who is able to work in a fast-paced environment to deliver an extremely high level of work.

Duties

• Take an asset or shot to a final quality hitting all notes.
• Meet project milestones and deadlines on time.
• Collaborate with other artists to share knowledge and techniques.

Requirements

• Keen eye for lighting photorealistic and stylized shots.
• Technical shading knowledge matched with an artistic skill to successfully take an asset through the look-development process.
• Our pipeline is Maya>Houdini with all our shading/lighting and rendering done through Mantra or Arnold in Houdini. Knowledge of software and platforms should ideally include Houdini, Maya, Mantra, Arnold, Mari, and Nuke
• Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Ability to take direction positively, work well within a team and thrive under the pressure of tight deadlines.
• Ideal candidate will have 2+ years industry experience in commercials, film or TV. But please apply if you think you have what it takes, we have found some of our best artists right out of school.
• Strong understanding of multiple aspects of the VFX pipeline

What we Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
•  A fun and collaborative environment
• Emphasis on work/life balance. We strive to only work during the work-day
•  Ample cross training opportunities
• Beer Fridays!
• Bagel Wednesdays!
• Dog friendly workplace