Lighting Artist (Mid to Senior Level)

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • 3D Art

Job Summary

Job Description

Luma Melbourne is seeking Mid to Senior-level Lighting Artists for VFX feature films. Responsibilities include creating CG lighting for integrating CG elements into live action and full CG shots, developing lighting rigs, creating tools and scripts to improve workflow, and optimizing render times. Candidates should have at least 5 years of feature film lighting experience, strong proficiency in Maya and Katana, and an understanding of multi-pass 3D compositing. The role requires a team-oriented approach, excellent time management, and strong organizational skills. The position is based in Melbourne, Australia.
Must have:
  • 5+ years lighting experience on feature films
  • Extensive knowledge of Maya and Katana
  • Understanding of multi-pass 3D compositing
  • Team player mentality
  • Excellent time management skills

Job Details

Luma Melbourne is hiring Mid to Senior-level Lighting artists to join the team! The Mid to Senior Lighting artist is responsible for the Lighting and Rendering of CG objects and environments for VFX feature films.

Please note that candidates should be currently located within Australia for consideration.

You Can

    • Create CG Lighting for integration of CG elements into Live Action
    • Create CG Lighting for full CG shots
    • Create lighting rigs to be used by other artists
    • Create tools and scripts to facilitate workflow
    • Develop methodologies for reduction of render time and improving quality of results

You Have

    • At least 5 years lighting experience on feature films
    • An extensive knowledge of Maya and Katana
    • An understanding of multi pass 3D compositing
    • A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ attitude
    • Excellent time management skills
    • Strong organizational skills
    • A solid work ethic and a positive attitude

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About The Company

Luma Pictures is a globally renowned independent visual effects studio that builds compelling art and technology with a strong focus on company culture. We formed in 2002 in Venice, CA with the unwavering goal to create standout work with exceptional people. 

 

We expanded to Melbourne, Australia in 2013 and Vancouver, B.C. in 2021. Spanning two continents, Luma continues to grow and evolve to build more beautiful and compelling visual art for those who work for us, and those who work with us. With nearly 300 employees, we’re proud to have worked on over 100 feature films including: Elvis, Spider-Man: No Way Home, Black Panther, Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End, Guardians of the Galaxy; as well as Academy Award-winning films like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Jojo Rabbit, No Country for Old Men, and True Grit. 

 

Over the years, we’ve kept that same hungry mindset and take pride in our creative partnerships. Our motto is simple: work with exceptional people on meaningful things. It’s what started our fire and continues to fuel our engine.


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