Junior & Mid Lighting Artist required at Jumbla Animation Studios

Junior & Mid Lighting Artist required at Jumbla Animation Studios

Studio: Jumbla Animation Studios

Job Opening: Junior & Mid Lighting Artist

Location: Remote

Type: Full-Time

Responsibilities:

  • Understand and translate artistic and directorial intentions into scene lighting terms.
  • Create high-quality lighting in a variety of environments or modify existing lighting setups.
  • Create, implement, and optimize all lighting elements (dynamic, pre-rendered, indoor, outdoor, cinematic and cutscene environments).
  • Use lighting to convey emotional experiences that align with the artistic vision of the project.
  • Master the technical and artistic aspects of lighting.
  • Prepare presentation materials for validation and reviews.
  • Perform requested retakes.
  • Stay updated on advancements in lighting techniques and rendering engines.
  • Contribute to the improvement of the production pipeline.
  • Adhere to deadlines and production schedules.
  • Collaborate closely with the relevant departments involved in lighting.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 4+ years of Lighting experience for mids (tertiary education for juniors)
  • Understanding of design and animation fundamentals: colour theory, traditional lighting techniques, camera techniques, layout, and composition.
  • Experience using Maya & Redshift & Arnold & Unreal Engine
  • Substance and Cinema 4D would be a bonus.
  • A good understanding of compositing techniques.
  • Strong look development skills.
  • Experience working in gaming, TVC’s and Studio environments.
  • A constant drive to learn new tech and progress your craft.
  • Excellent time management skills and attention to detail.
  • Basic knowledge of Render Farm management.
  • Light 3d scenes to establish mood and support storytelling.
  • Develop lighting setups that can be used across a sequence of shots.
  • Editing or creating shaders and look development in Realistic and Non-Photorealistic worlds is a bonus.
  • Clearly and regularly communicating with creative leads and production management.
  • To work as part of a team and also manage your own workload efficiently.

Apply for the Job Online: To apply, send your showreel, CV to hireme@jumbla.com with ‘Junior / Mid Lighting Artist’ in the subject line.