Overview

3D Lighting Artist, Senior

This position is based in Vancouver. All applicants must reside in the United States or British Columbia/Ontario if applying within Canada.

The Senior Lighting Artist works under the Lighting Lead and/or CG Supervisor, and in conjunction with other team members, to create photo realistic lighting for multiple digital elements to match live action plates, mood boards and concept where required.

Responsibilities:

• Create photo realistic lighting of CG characters, organic, & structural environments, props etc.
• Work within the colour & lighting pipeline.
• Ensure downstream pipeline needs are considered & optimized for rendering.
• Work with other team members to address internal and external notes.
• Work within assigned hours and deadlines.
• Keep up to date with internal tools, software and techniques.
• Share knowledge and techniques with other team members.
• Assist in overall team communication and contribute to positive work environment.
• Mentor junior artists.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within live action VFX in film and television in Lighting specific role
• Expert in Maya and VRay.
• Understanding of Nuke.
• Senior level understanding of CG lighting principles.
• Senior level experience with full CG environments.
• Senior level experience matching digital lighting with practical photography/live action plates.
• Experience with lighting digital assets using HDRI.
• Senior level knowledge of colour space and how/when to apply.
• Senior level ability to utilize creative lighting along with technical applications to add visual interest.
• Ability to create layout of lighting for use in virtual and set extensions.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Excellent English communication skills both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and follow through.
• Positive attitude.
• Open to receiving constructive feedback.
• Experience working in a high pace environment.
• Must showcase lighting and VFX experience with up-to-date reel.

Additional information

• Candidates MUST be located in the United States, British Columbia or Ontario. This is a remote (work from home) position.
• Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
• This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
• Due to the volume of applications we receive across our different openings we regret that only those selected to interview will be contact.