Sony Pictures Imageworks is seeking an Experienced Lighter to join their team in Vancouver. The Lighter will design and implement lighting for characters and environments, ensuring shots fit the sequence's continuity. They will develop solutions and techniques that meet art/technical direction and be accountable for meeting productivity targets. The Lighter will also interact with supervisors and peers to exchange relevant information.Role involves:
Designing and implementing lighting of characters and environments
Ensuring continuity of shots within a sequence
Developing solutions and techniques to meet art/technical direction
Meeting productivity and quota targets
Interacting with supervisors and peers
Requirements:
Knowledge of Katana, Maya, Linux, UNIX
Scripting ability in relevant languages
Knowledge of Arnold shading, volume rendering and raytracing
Knowledge of compositing software including Nuke
3+ years production experience or feature film experience
Demo reel illustrating relevant artistic and technical experience
Sony Pictures Imageworks is a visual effects and animation company collaborating with software engineers, artists, and production leaders to deliver innovative projects. The studio focuses on implementing technology and process changes for VFX and animated productions, managing the rollout of new tools, and driving efficiency through data-driven insights. They foster a collaborative environment, integrating advancements into the studio pipeline to improve artists' workflows and project outcomes. The studio values diverse perspectives and encourages talent from all backgrounds to contribute to their work.