Job Description

Job Posting Title: Lighting Artist
Req ID: 10086462
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Our Lighting artists are an integral part of the storytelling process, using their keen eye to manipulate color and light to emphasize shifts of mood both subtle and dynamic. We are looking for artists who thrive in a team environment. This includes the ability to share ideas and also to be open to ideas within the team.
Hybrid and Remote opportunities for our Vancouver Studio are specific to remote work within the province of British Columbia.
Responsibilities
Light, render and composite shots to bring together various elements of a shot; for example, characters, props, environments, FX and crowds, into beautiful images that meet the vision of the Directors, Production Designers, the Director of Cinematography-Lighting and Lighting Supervisors
Present shots in dailies, effectively communicate issues regarding shots, and deliver top-notch work within production deadlines
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Art, Animation, Digital Media, Computer Science, related field or equivalent industry experience
Thorough understanding of composition, color, contrast, and lighting design
Notable production experience with 3D lighting and compositing on animated/VFX feature films and/or Episodic TV series as demonstrated through an online portfolio/reel
Able to match/interpret art and photographic references provided by the Production Designer, Art Director and the Director of Cinematography
Possess a strong visual aesthetic, and display the ability to overcome artistic challenges
Working knowledge of a node-based compositing system (such as Nuke) required
Production experience with physically based ray/path-tracers such as Renderman, Arnold, V-ray or similar renderers
Experience with industry standard DCCs such as Maya, Katana, Houdini or similar
Eager to learn and adapt to proprietary lighting-rendering pipeline applications and workflows
Working experience within a Unix and/or Linux platform
Programming/Scripting/Tool-building experience is a plus
Strong visual and technical problem-solving skills
Ability to work in a collaborative environment including taking direction from show leadership
Strong communication skills and willing to mentor newer artists The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$112,370 to C$145,420 per year. This hiring range covers candidates who are considered experienced to expert level. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.
Job Posting Segment: Walt Disney Animation Studios
Job Posting Primary Business: WDAS-HR & Recruitment
Primary Job Posting Category: Lighting
Employment Type: Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Vancouver, BC, Canada
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted: 2024-04-08