Lighting and Compositing Artist
Lunar Animation
Sheffield, United Kingdom
Job type: Permanent
Job Description
We have a fantastic opportunity for a lighting and compositing artist to join our Sheffield based studio. The role will involve developing lighting setups, adjusting shaders and rendering and compositing shots, whilst keeping consistency across a sequence.
The ideal candidate should demonstrate an eye for lighting composition, a good understanding of colour theory and a strong technical ability. Production experience and a degree is preferred but not essential. It is important that we receive a link to your showreel demonstrating examples of lighting and compositing.
The role is full-time and we are looking for candidates that can take on responsibility, stick to deadlines and have a passion for creating their best work every day.
Responsibilities:
- Light 3d scenes to establish mood and support storytelling
- Develop lighting setups that can be used across a sequence of shots
- Receive and act on direction given by the lighting lead
- Match the established look and quality of existing shots
- Composite rendered cg elements and deliver final shots
- Assist in editing or creating shaders.
- Clearly and regularly communicating with production management
- Continuing technical knowledge, adapting to new processes and technologies
Skills & Requirements
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
You must have:
- Examples demonstrating excellent knowledge of Lighting, Compositing and Shading
- Strong working knowledge or of 3D software.
- Good communication skills and ability to work with other departments
- An eye for artistic composition
- Good knowledge of cinematography
- Excellent problem solving skills
- We'd also ideally like you to have:
- Experience with Maya, Vray and Nuke.
- A understanding of both technical and artistic photographic principals.
- Proven production experience
How to Apply
Please apply through the job post on our website, here:-
https://www.lunaranimation.com/lighting-and-compositing-artist
About the Company
Lunar Animation is a UK based high-end animation studio specialising in full CGI and visual effects for feature films, commercials, attractions and the video game industry. The company's creative and technical directors have decades of experience understanding all aspects of the project development, from concept to delivery.
As a creative team we are extremely passionate about delivering the best possible content. Although being a modest size, we benefits from a scalable infrastructure employing an exceptional team to get the job done to the highest standard. Regardless of the client, brand or genre the content we create is distinctive and engaging for audience all around the World.