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Lead/Senior Lighting Artist - Feature

Lead/Senior Lighting Artist - Feature

We have opportunities for Lead/Senior Lighting Artists to join us on our very first CG feature! This project has an aggressive timeline but an incredible, dedicated crew! So if you’re up for the challenge and want to be part of this project that is going to launch Rainmaker into feature films, then you should apply!

The Lead/Senior Lighting Artists are responsible for creating production lighting rigs on assigned shots, as well as creating and delivering shot specific lighting on schedule. As senior members of the Lighting team, these artists will be teaching and mentoring the less experienced Lighting Artists in the studio. And of course, making the show look really, really, really good with their amazing lighting skills!!

Some of the Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Art related field or equivalent work experience.
Experience on a minimum of one cg animated feature film
Knowledge of color theory, composition, and aesthetics as they pertain to lighting and rendering in CG.
7+ years of production experience with 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role on a feature film an asset
Expert Knowledge of Maya, Nuke, Mental Ray, or other high end animation software.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and multi-tasking skills.
Demonstrable ability to inspire and motivate a team and lead by example.
Ability to play well with others.

  • Date Posted 02/12/2011
  • Date Expires: 15/12/2012
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