Lead Lighting TD

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia DNEG Group Full time
Overview

A Lead Lighting Technical Director at DNEG is a highly skilled individual with deep expertise in 3D computer graphics, responsible for owning and lighting CG sequences from concept to final output. This role demands not only strong technical skills for setting up complex sequences but also the ability to lead teams and drive projects to successful completion. With experience in shot finishing for episodic shows or feature films, you will have a sharp eye for detail and visual quality. You'll also bring a solid understanding of art, design, and film lighting, along with technical proficiency in ray tracing or path tracing rendering techniques.

At DNEG, collaboration and mentorship are key values, so a passion for guiding and developing other artists within your team is essential. Along with the Lighting Supervisor, you will oversee the Lighting production process, ensuring shots are finalized on schedule, while troubleshooting issues such as noise, render times, and memory usage within modern path-tracing renderers.

In this role, you\'ll work closely with the team to interpret creative direction, establish the mood and look for VFX sequences. Additionally, you will build stable, efficient lighting rigs and compositing templates that allow for quick iterations. Using modern lighting and compositing tools, you\'ll ensure consistency across all shots while producing visually stunning work.

Must Haves
  • Minimum 6+ years of experience in high end Feature Film VFX production
  • Showreel demonstrating experience in shot lighting and rendering on high quality productions
  • Experience troubleshooting pipeline issues
  • Experience Leading sequences and artists on high-end productions.
  • Extensive experience in modern path tracers like Prman (25+), Vray, Clarisse, Arnold or other (ideally PRMAN)
  • Extensive experience using 3D software – Maya, Houdini, Katana and Nuke
  • Experience meeting deadlines while retaining a high quality of work
Nice to Have
  • Basic compositing experience, using Nuke or equivalent
  • A broad Generalist TD background
  • Look development experience
  • Python coding
About You
  • Passionate about film and lighting
  • A collaborator and clear communicator, approachable and personable
  • Keen eye for composition and color
  • Organized, pro-active and a self-starter
  • Technically adapt with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques
  • Able to take direction

2 years contract

The ideal candidate must have the right to work in Australia.

Workplace Flexibility & Location

We believe great work happens through connection and collaboration — that\'s why we love spending time together in our beautiful Sydney office. For this role, we ask that candidates be available to work from the office at least two days per week. If you\'re not currently based in Sydney, relocation will be required to be eligible. We\'re excited to welcome someone who values a hybrid work environment and thrives in a collaborative, in-person setting


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