Lighting Artist
Walt Disney Animation Studios
Burbank, CAFull Time Job
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Position Title: Lighting Artist for Moana 2
Salary Range: $56.38 - $61.16 per hour
Workplace Requirements: In-office, Burbank, California
Educational Requirements: BA in Art, Digital Media, Computer Science, related field, or equivalent experience
Experience Required:
- Notable production experience with 3D lighting and compositing
- Experience with global illumination lighting such as V-Ray, Arnold, or similar
Hard Skills:
- Strong knowledge of Houdini
- Proficiency in node-based compositing systems (e.g., Shake or Nuke)
- In-depth knowledge of Unix and/or Linux
Soft Skills:
- Excellent understanding of color, contrast, and lighting design
- Strong visual sense and keen attention to detail
- Effective communication skills in a dailies environment
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively, taking direction well from supervisors and other creative leads
Job Description:
Join our award-winning, talented team at our Burbank studio for "Moana 2". As a Lighting Artist, you will play a crucial role in the storytelling process by manipulating color and light to shift moods and emphasize dynamics within the film. You will be responsible for lighting, rendering, and compositing shots to perfection under the direction of the Director, Production Designer, and Director of Cinematography: Lighting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Light scenes and characters to fulfill the creative vision of the film's leadership
- Present shots in a dailies environment, effectively communicating any issues
- Collaborate with other artists to ensure seamless integration of elements
- Deliver high-quality work within production deadlines
Skills Required:
3D lighting, compositing, Houdini, node-based compositing systems, Unix/Linux, collaborative skills, visual sensitivity, problem-solving.
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Salary/Benefits
$56.38 - 61.16 per hour