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Job Posting Title: Lighting - Jedi Academy (Open to Canadian Citizens & PR only)Req ID: 10113230:This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.Position SummaryAre you looking to get in the door of the exciting world of VFX? ILMxe2x80x99s Jedi Academy may be just the thing for you!The Jedi Academy provides the opportunity for recently graduated students or industry artists with up to two years experience to train under our Jedi Masters.In this paid experience, as the successful applicant, you will be carefully placed into the Lighting department and will hone your skills in lighting for live-action VFX and feature animation projects. You will gain experience through training and mentorship, in a fast-paced and highly collaborative production environment.To top it off, graduates who successfully complete the program may be offered a Junior Artist position within the studio.ILM strives to be an inclusive environment, and we embrace promising individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. We are searching for Jedixe2x80x99s who reflect the innovative spirit, creative talent, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that defines ILM.Applications will close on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025.What You Need to KnowThe Jedi Academy role is a paid 8-week placement beginning April 21st, 2025This role is considered Hybrid, which means you will work onsite at our Vancouver studio and occasionally from homeYou will be required to work full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 9am to 6pmWe do not provide assistance for relocation, housing, transportation, or work authorization for the Jedi AcademyYou must be a Canadian Citizen or hold Canadian Permanent Resident statusYou will have graduated from a relevant course within the last 12 months or have up to two years of VFX experienceWhat Youxe2x80x99ll DoHDRI stitching, processing and light map extractionLight rig creation and publishingMatching CG elements into live action plates with referencesBasic render optimization and managementWorking in Katana and Nuke to light, slapcomp, and present your shots for creative feedbackPublishing your work for handoff to other departmentsStrengthen professional habits, including best practices for presenting work in dailies, working as a team, and communicating effectivelyGain knowledge and appreciation of ILMxe2x80x99s culture and historyWhat Wexe2x80x99re Looking ForA passionate, driven and talented artist that works well with others and remains humble but assertiveA good balance of technical and creative abilitiesExcellent communication, eager to learn and dedicated to achieving the highest possible standards of workAs part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.The pay rate for this role in Vancouver is C$25.50 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.Job Posting Segment: ILM VancouverJob Posting Primary Business: ILM VancouverPrimary Job Posting Category: Lighting Entertainment - Studios, OtherEmployment Type: Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Vancouver, BC, CanadaAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:Date Posted: 2025-02-07

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