Junior/Mid/Senior Lighting Artist

4 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Supaglu Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year

9 Sep 2025

  • Flexible location: Brisbane (junior-mid) or Sydney (senior) - 6-month contract
  • Take ownership of lighting, lookdev & problem-solving in Houdini/Solaris/Arnold
  • Potential visa sponsorship for senior candidates already in Australia

LOCATION: Brisbane (for junior-mid-level candidates) or Sydney (for senior candidates)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: 6 months contract

VISA: Potential to pick up visas for candidates already located in Australia

ABOUT THE STUDIO

Our client is a leading VFX studio working on cutting-edge projects across film, television, and commercials. They are known for pushing creative and technical boundaries while fostering a collaborative environment where artists can thrive.

ROLE OVERVIEW

We're seeking a Lighting Artist with experience in Houdini, Solaris, and Arnold to join the team. Depending on your level, you'll either be based on-site in Brisbane (junior-mid level) or can work from Sydney (senior). The role requires someone who is not just a lighter but also a problem solver, capable of working with shaders, tackling technical challenges, and contributing to look development.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Light and render CG assets, environments, and sequences in Houdini/Solaris with Arnold.
  • Ensure lighting integrates seamlessly with shaders, lookdev, and final compositing.
  • Collaborate with supervisors, compositors, and fellow artists to achieve the creative vision.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, optimising lighting/rendering workflows.
  • Contribute to shader adjustments and look development when required.
  • Deliver high-quality renders on time and to production standards.

REQUIREMENTS

  • Proven experience as a Lighting Artist in a VFX studio environment.
  • Proficiency with Houdini, Solaris, and Arnold.
  • Strong understanding of cinematic lighting, shading, and rendering.
  • Problem-solving mindset with the ability to take on both artistic and technical challenges.
  • Comfortable working independently and within a collaborative team.
  • Location flexibility:
  • Junior-mid level candidates must be based in Brisbane or open to relocating
  • Senior candidates may be based in Sydney or open to relocating
  • Australian work rights preferred.
  • Subclass 408 (Temporary Activity) visa sponsorship available for experienced senior artists already in Australia who meet eligibility requirements.

BONUS SKILLS

  • Experience with shader creation and optimisation.
  • Knowledge of Python or tool-building for lighting/lookdev workflows.
  • Previous experience on large-scale film or episodic projects.

WHAT'S ON OFFER

  • The chance to contribute to high-profile, cutting-edge VFX projects.
  • A collaborative and supportive environment where problem-solving is valued.
  • Opportunities to take ownership of look development and creative input.
  • Flexibility depending on level of experience (Brisbane or Sydney).

APPLICATIONS

If you're a skilled Lighting Artist with Houdini/Solaris/Arnold expertise we'd love to see your resume and reel. Please apply via our website job posting.


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