Unreal Lighting Artist: Mecha Builder Minis Season 2

2 Weeks ago • 1-2 Years • VFX

Job Summary

Job Description

Guru Studio is seeking a Lighting Artist for "Mecha Builder Minis Season 2". The role involves using existing light rigs to produce a set volume of shots weekly, potentially lighting sets from scratch with efficient setups, and collaborating with technical staff to resolve rendering/lighting issues. The artist will also communicate directly with the Lighting Supervisor. Guru Studio is an entertainment company with a focus on animated storytelling, known for beloved children's properties. They offer a collaborative and creatively fulfilling work environment with opportunities for growth and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. The position is hybrid, allowing remote work flexibility while providing access to their downtown studio for team building.
Must have:
  • 1-2 years as Lighting Artist in animation/film
  • 1-2 years experience in Unreal Engine
  • Proficient in shot-based lighting
  • Strong portfolio showcasing artistic skills
  • Ability to generate well-lit images
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of shaders
  • Knowledge of post-process volumes
  • Knowledge of lighting related cvars
Perks:
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for skill development
  • Philanthropic initiatives
  • Health and wellness support
  • Flexible remote work options

Job Details

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!


Gear up for more of the animated Sesame Street spin-off Mecha Builders! Cookie Monster, Elmo and Abby Cadabby are robot heroes-in-training who use their STEM superpowers to solve wacky larger-than-life problems!


Help us bring this show to life as our new Lighting Artist.


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
  • Occasionally work with the technical staff to solve rendering / lighting scene issues
  • Communicate directly with the Lighting Supervisor


Qualifications:

  • 1-2 yrs as an experienced Lighting Artist in animated television and/or film
  • 1-2 yrs of experience working within Unreal
  • Proficient in shot based lighting
  • Knowledge of shaders, post-process volumes, and lighting related cvars is a plus
  • A solid portfolio highlighting composition and artistic skills
  • A strong portfolio that shows the ability to generate well lit and balanced images


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 Hybrid / In-Studio position

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