Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Date published: 09-Jan-2025
Job ID: 138479
Description and Requirements
Work Location: Hybrid - 3 days Onsite
Position Type: Contract (18 months)
Location: Vancouver, BC
Compensation Range: $50 to $64 per hour
Our multinational technology client is seeking a Lighting Artist for the team.
The team is looking for a highly creative and motivated Lighting Artist. In this position, you will be expected to help create visually stunning scenes. You will also be expected to play a role in solving technical problems through collaboration with Art and Engineering.
Responsibilities:
- Work closely with Art, Cinematic and Technical Art teams to create industry leading visuals across a variety of environments
- Craft compelling lighting which supports story, art direction and gameplay objectives
- Translate conceptual illustrations into outstanding real-time lighting visuals
- Work with Art and Technical Art teams to anticipate and solve technical challenges within given constraints and visual requirements
- Be proactive about seeking feedback and communication with the Art Directors, Lighting Lead, Cinematic Director and other relevant departments
- 5+ years’ experience in video game production and or film production experience.
- A portfolio that demonstrates a strong understanding of lighting, composition, and color
- Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5, Frostbite, Snowdrop or other similar game engines is preferred.
- Good knowledge of real-time lighting principals (dynamic lighting, sub-surface scattering, HDR, SSAO, SSGI, physically based rendering), atmospherics, and post processing
- Thorough understanding of how light, shadow and color create tone and mood.
- Exceptional grasp for compositional storytelling and cinematography.
- Background in real-world photography, cinematography and lighting is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively – bring new ideas, build upon the ideas of others, give and receive feedback to generate strong results
- Ability to organize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines
All interested applicants who meet the qualifications listed above are invited to submit a resume by clicking "Apply Now".
The indicated pay range for this position is a good-faith estimate based on the qualifications necessary for the position, including experience, training, and other considerations permitted by law. Additionally, it is emphasized that the pay band mentioned herein is the one established by the client company. Factors that may be used when making an offer may include a candidate’s skills, experience and geographic location, the expected quality and quantity of work. Most candidates will start at the bottom half of the pay range, with the upper end reserved for candidates with extensive experience and skills and who live in geographic markets commanding a higher starting pay. An employee’s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law.
This information is subject to change and serves as a general guideline for compensation discussions. Actual offers may vary based on specific circumstances and company policies.