CGI Lighting Artist

TL;DR

CGI Lighting Artist: Troubleshooting, lighting, rendering, and compositing 3D software files at high resolutions from existing assets with an accent on producing high-quality artwork in a fast-paced environment. Focus on technical skills, learning new software/techniques quickly, and maintaining strong attention to detail under tight deadlines.

Location: Remote in the US, with exceptions for candidates residing in AK, DC, DE, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, WV. Candidates in EST time zone preferred.

Salary: $60,245–$65,000 annually

What you will do

• Produce high-quality artwork in a fast-paced and high-volume production environment.
• Troubleshoot, light, render, and composite 3D software files from existing assets.
• Assist in training new team members and internalizing best practices.
• Perform Quality Control on colleagues' work.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years production experience in vfx/film, games, or marketing.
• Thorough knowledge of Maya (preferred) or similar 3D software.
• Skilled and experienced in compositing render layers using Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong sense of composition, light, and color, with strong technical skills.
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and problem-solve under tight deadlines, and learn new software/techniques quickly.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Experience with V-Ray.
• Automotive and/or Consumer Packaging Goods (CPG) experience.
• Shotgun Studio experience.
• Excellent traditional art skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental, and vision plan.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account.
• Short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.