Lighting Artist

This is a Full Time Job

Les Films Sony Imageworks Quebec Inc.

700 Rue Saint-Hubert, Suite 400, Montreal QC HY2 0C1

Project based, Full Time

Excellent communication skills in French and English. Some tools used for lighting (e.g., Unreal Engine) are primarily available in English. The Lighting Artist must collaborate with departments such as compositing, FX, animation, and layout, many of whose members are based in English-speaking countries. A strong understanding of English is essential to ensure visual consistency, adherence to technical standards, and smooth communication.

Les Films Sony Imageworks Montreal is seeking Lighters!

Job Description:

Designs and implements lighting of characters and environments for assigned shots that meet and improve the given art direction for a production. Able to light multiple types of scenes from simple to moderately difficult. Compositing experience required. Ensures that assigned shots fit the continuity of the sequence. Develops solutions and techniques that meet art/technical direction. Has a clear vision of how art/technology should function. Accountable for meeting efficiency and quota targets. Interacts with supervisors/peers to exchange information relevant to the show or sequences.

Requirements:

Knowledge of Katana, Maya, Linux, UNIX and scripting ability in relevant languages including MEL, Perl and Python is helpful. Knowledge of Renderman shading, volume rendering and raytracing experience preferred. Knowledge of relevant compositing software including Nuke is preferred. Most desired 2 year diploma or 1 year certificate however minimal requirement of 2-3 years of relevant experience may be accepted.

Please note that you must be able to provide a demo reel that illustrates your relevant artistic and technical experience that also includes the nuances for this specific role.

We value unique perspectives, and want diverse, unique talent to work with us.