Generalist (Lighting Focus)
Job Summary
Job Description
Scanline VFX seeks a versatile Generalist Artist specializing in lighting for VFX production. Responsibilities include collaborating with the creative team, creating high-quality lighting setups in 3ds Max (Houdini and VRay experience a plus), working with 3D assets and shaders for realistic lighting effects, optimizing setups for rendering efficiency, maintaining lighting consistency, integrating CG elements into live-action, and troubleshooting lighting issues. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of VFX experience, proficiency in 3ds Max lighting principles, and excellent communication and teamwork skills. Familiarity with compositing software (Nuke) and a strong understanding of CG environments and shaders are highly desirable.
Must have:
- 2+ years VFX experience
- Proficient in 3ds Max lighting
- Excellent communication skills
- Understanding of CG environments and shaders
- High-quality lighting setup creation
Good to have:
- Houdini experience
- VRay experience
- Nuke compositing knowledge
12 skills required
Job Details
We are seeking a talented and versatile Generalist Artist with a strong focus on lighting to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in visual effects production, with proficiency in 3ds Max and a bonus if experienced with Houdini. Knowledge of VRay as a render engine is highly desirable. If you have a passion for lighting, environments and working with shaders, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the creative team to understand project requirements and artistic vision
- Create and implement high-quality lighting setups that enhance the mood, atmosphere, and realism of CG scenes
- Solid understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and composition
- Work with 3D assets, textures, and shaders to achieve realistic and visually compelling lighting effects
- Optimize lighting setups for rendering efficiency without compromising quality
- Maintain consistency in lighting quality and style across shots and sequences
- Work closely with other artists to integrate CG elements seamlessly into live-action footage
- Troubleshoot and problem-solve lighting issues to achieve desired visual effects
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in the VFX industry
- Proficiency in 3ds Max, with a strong understanding of lighting principles and techniques
- Familiarity with compositing software such as Nuke is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of CG environments and shaders
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines without compromising quality
- Knowledge of Houdini is a plus
- Experience with VRay as a render engine
About Us
Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Munich, Seoul, Stuttgart, and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry.
We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.
Eyeline Studios
Eyeline Studios, our virtual production division, is rethinking the future of real-time filmmaking by providing content creators with unmatched flexibility. Learn more.
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Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.
Come as you are
We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.
We will only consider applicants based in British Columbia, or those willing to relocate.
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