TL;DR

Junior Lighting and Compositing Artist (3D): Creating and optimising lighting scenes in Maya and compositing rendered shots in Nuke to define the mood and atmosphere of narratives. Focus on tailored render layers, artful colour grading, and meeting production deadlines while collaborating with directors and clients.

Location: This opportunity requires talent to be based regionally - in the UK, outside of the M25 as per client requirements. The successful candidate will require the right to work in the UK.

Company

Blue Zoo is a leading animation studio in the UK, with a world-class reputation for creating bold, fun, and characterful animation.

What you will do

Create lighting scenes in Maya with assets from animation and effects departments.
Composite rendered shots in Nuke to create the final shot.
Tweak provided light rigs, render set-ups, and compositing templates.
Optimise render settings and monitor renders within time budget.
Work collaboratively with the lighting and compositing team, Team Lead, and Post Production Supervisor.
Manage time efficiently to meet deadlines and solve errors and glitches.

Requirements

Knowledge of atmospheric lighting, colour grading, and denoising render.
Proficiency with Nuke software for compositing render layers.
Ability to receive feedback and respond well to direction.
Positive attitude and eagerness to develop skillset.
Creative problem-solving skills and reliability to work independently.
Must have the right to work in the UK.

Nice to have

Knowledge of Python scripting.
Experience using After Effects and FTrack.
Knowledge of shading and understanding of a 3D production pipeline.

Culture & Benefits

Flexible working options to support staff wellbeing.
Inclusive self-funded shorts programme.
Regular in-person and remote social events throughout the year.
Bi-monthly employee feedback and engagement programme.
Comprehensive benefits package, including discounts and offers.
Online wellbeing programme and profit share (for employees with 2+ years tenure).