3D Lighting / Compositing Artist

Guru Studio is a creative-driven entertainment company and an industry leader in animated storytelling. For over twenty years, our studio has brought to life some of the most recognizable and beloved children’s properties in the world.

We’re always looking for passionate and committed talent, so come join our dynamic and growing team!

We’re looking for a visionary and talented 3D Lighting / Compositing Artist to help us bring this inspired story to life!

Responsibilities:

• Use existing light rigs to generate a set volume of shots per week
  
• May need to light sets from scratch using clean and efficient light setups
  
• Generate clean, efficient and logical compositing structures that are easy to understand and adjust
• Generate macros / gizmos to automate repetitive tasks, and improve creative workflow.
• Ability to interpret the art director’s creative choices and understand the nuances of the show's intended look.
  
• Strong understanding of working within a linear, 32bit float, colour managed workflow.
  
• Ability to generate simple particle systems that integrate seamlessly within the intended style of the show.
  
• Occasionally work with the technical staff to solve rendering / lighting scene issues
  
• Communicate directly with the Lighting and Compositing Supervisor

Qualifications:

• 2-3 yrs as an experienced Lighting & Compositing Artist in animated television and/or film
  
• Proficient in shot based lighting
  
• Proficiency in Maya 2022
  
• Proficiency with Houdini Solaris
  
• Experience with USD pipeline an asset
  
• A strong creative portfolio
  
• Knowledge of shaders, and their impact on render times
  
• Production experience using node based compositing systems such as Fusion or Nuke
  
• Strong understanding of what is capable in compositing to reach the intended look
  
• Knowledge of shaders, and their impact on render times
  
• A solid portfolio highlighting composition and artistic skills
  
• A strong portfolio that shows the ability to generate well lit and balanced imagery
  
• Ability to think outside of the box to create creative solutions to technical problems
  
• Strong and confident communication skills
  
• Engages other teammates positively, and is not afraid to provide useful information to fellow coworkers.
  
• Experience working on television series is an asset.
  
• Strong artistic skills is an asset

Why Join Guru?

• We create a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment by promoting courage, purpose, inspiration, integrity, transparency, and empowerment as our core values
• We take great pride in our work and we always ensure it reflects a high standard of quality and creativity
• We encourage individuals to grow with us by offering learning opportunities that encourage skill development and growth
• We are proud to support philanthropic initiatives that support our local and global community through our charity committee Guru Gives
• We offer health and wellness support through an extensive benefits plan and extended mental health services and initiatives
  
• We allow the flexibility to work remotely while making our downtown studio available for in-person team building and collaboration

Guru is committed to providing an inclusive work environment that celebrates the diversity of its employees. We are dedicated to employment equity and welcome applications from people from all Indigenous groups, races, religions, genders and people with disabilities.

We are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience during our recruitment process and are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible ‎environment where candidates and ‎employees feel valued and respected. Guru strives to respect the dignity and ‎‎independence of people with disabilities and is committed to giving them the same ‎‎opportunity to succeed in the recruitment process as all other candidates. If you have a disability, you may request ‎to be accommodated at any time. Guru will work with all candidates to ‎‎accommodate individual accessibility needs to the point of undue hardship. 

Guru Studio would like to thank all applicants for your interest, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.  Guru Studio is an equal opportunity employer.  

Please note this is a remote position