3D Lighting Artist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: 3D Lighting Artist
Reports to: CG Supervisor / Creative Director

Summary of Position: Supporting role to fellow Artists, CG Supervisor and Creative Director.

Job Responsibilities:
• Assisting team members with CGI projects as timing requires.
• Provide technical insight to Producer as needed, such as suggesting more efficient methods of handling a certain task.
• Lighting, shading, modeling and compositing realistic objectives and environments in Maya .
• Collaborate with fellow artists to create a visual style that will resonate with the target audience.
• Voice problems or concerns to Team Leads if missing materials.
• Maintain open and clear communication with Team Lead.
• Provide project status to Team Lead.

Skills Necessary:
• Proficient in Maya, Mental Ray, Photoshop and After Effects / Nuke
• Strong skills in lighting & illumination (HDRI)
• Shading, texturing and lighting
• 3D skills at a high level of accuracy and precision
• Good knowledge of shading and lighting techniques in 3D
• Excellent traditional art skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with clients and strong desire to excel
• Proven pro-active team player
• Self motivated with ability to prioritize and attention to detail
• Take direction from others
• Ability to react and respond quickly to the needs of management and clients

Education / Experience Required:
• Bachelors of Fine Arts
• Minimum 3 year experience in CGI