Lighting Technical Director

1 day ago

Moore Park New South Wales, Australia Industrial Light and Magic (Australia) Pty Limited Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

This role is a short-term project, up to 6 months starting November in Sydney.

ILM Sydney is seeking an experienced and passionate Lighting Technical Director (TD) for a short-term contract, who has a passion for high end VFX and experience; working in a collaborative team atmosphere.

Lighting Technical Directors (TD) work with direction from the Visual Effects Supervisors and Sequence Supervisors to create the look of computer-generated objects and scenes. They are responsible for lighting, shading, rendering, and some compositing. TDs work with all other departments to bring the shot together.

*What You'll Be Doing*

  • Render final images for either digitally integrated VFX or full CG shots.
  • Create or implement light rigs, using either on-set reference or concept art.
  • Actively develop technical solutions and techniques that meet the artistic and technical direction.
  • Manage all upstream elements such as animation, simulation, and FX caches, and work closely with Compositors to finalize shots.
  • Independently navigate and utilize previous setups for sequences, developing or matching key shots, and managing multiple assets and lighting setups.
  • Work closely with Look Development Artists to evaluate assets within a shot context.
  • Manage volumetric light setups, including shadowing and cucoloris development.
  • Light and render complex assets, including those using CG hair and scattering skin materials.

To be a successful candidate for this short-term contract, you will have a mix of these skills:

  • In-depth knowledge of software used specifically for lighting, with an emphasis on Katana (and preferably Renderman) .
  • A minimum of 3-5+ years production experience or feature film experience in lighting work.
  • Proficiency with Nuke.
  • Experience in a Linux environment.
  • A Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or computer graphics, or equivalent production experience.

*Desirable Skills*

  • Technical knowledge of path tracing.
  • Scripting experience using Python or OpScript.

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown and a current resume is required.

JoinILM

This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic. Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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