Lighting artists are responsible for the lighting and rendering of elements
required to complete visual effects shots for high-end photo-realistic VFX
films. Working closely with CG Supervisors/Leads, TD’s to determine best
approaches to solve technical challenges and develop final look. Lighting
artists also work closely with compositors to finish selected shots so that
computer generated elements are seamlessly integrated with live-action plates.
Responsibilities:
* CG scene assembly including the correct assets from applicable departments
* Lighting shots as briefed by the Visual Effects/CG Supervisor
* Working closely with CG Supervisors to determine the best approach to solving
CG challenges and developing the final look
* Developing shots in collaboration with the shot Compositor
* Rendering non-lighting passes as required by the shot Compositor
* Creating lighting set ups and/or working with current set ups
* Scrutinising the colours and directions of all light sources in the
real-world scene and replicating them in CG
* Staying on schedule and meeting set deadlines while maintaining the highest
levels of quality
* Ongoing communication with Production and leads regarding schedules and
deadlines
* Other duties as required including wrangling assets or elements of a shot
from another department to ensure shots are completed to schedule.
Essential Skills:
* 5+ years of live action lighting experience.
* Clear understanding of color space, image-based lighting, shading, and
advanced rendering methodologies.
* A good knowledge of Nuke or similar compositing package
* Able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining high
quality results
* Adaptable and adaptable with the ability to work within a pre-set workflow or
pipeline but also have the creativity and problem solving skills to work
around issues
* A thorough knowledge of Maya
* Extensive knowledge of either Renderman, Arnold or similar production
renderer