Lighting Artist

If you are a highly creative and detail-oriented Lighting Artist with a passion for bringing virtual worlds to life, we want to hear from you! Join our dynamic and talented team and be a part of creating the next big hit in the gaming, film, or animation industry.

Position: Lighting Artist

Location: New York, New York, United States

Salary: $97 Per hour

Job Description: As a Lighting Artist, you will be responsible for creating visually stunning and realistic lighting for our projects. You will work closely with the Art Director and the rest of the art team to bring our game, film, or animation to life through lighting. Your passion for lighting and attention to detail will play a crucial role in creating an immersive experience for our audience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Art Director and other artists to establish the lighting style and mood for each project.
• Create lighting setups and render scenes using industry-standard software, such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Unreal Engine.
• Ensure that lighting is consistent and enhances the overall aesthetic of the project.
• Use various lighting techniques, including global illumination, dynamic lighting, and post-processing effects, to achieve desired results.
• Work within the technical limitations of the game engine or rendering software to optimize lighting performance.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve any lighting-related issues that may arise during production.
• Continuously research and implement new lighting techniques and technologies to improve the quality and efficiency of our projects.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as environment and character artists, to ensure lighting is integrated seamlessly into the overall visual design.
• Communicate progress and updates to the Art Director and other team members.
• Participate in reviews and provide constructive feedback to help improve the overall quality of the project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Lighting Artist in the gaming, film, or animation industry.
• Strong understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and composition.
• Proficient in industry-standard software, such as Maya, 3ds Max, or Unreal Engine.
• Knowledge of real-time lighting techniques and technologies.
• Experience with global illumination, dynamic lighting, and post-processing effects.
• Strong understanding of technical limitations and optimization techniques.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Passion for creating visually stunning and immersive experiences through lighting.