3D Lighting and Rendering Technical Director

Description

Job Description

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada – We are currently seeking an experienced 3D Lighting and Rendering Technical Director to join our team for a new, high-profile production. This position is an excellent opportunity for those who are motivated and professional. It is a highly independent position in a challenging yet casual, work environment with flexible work hours.

• Must be a Canadian citizen (candidates residing outside of Canada will not be considered at this time)
• Type: Full-time Employee
• Salary: Commensurate with experience
• Positions available: 1
• Start Date: Immediately

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the lighting development of CG assets to be used across shots and sequences
• Build and support light rigs, shading setups and composites to be used by other lighters
• Develop shots and render passes as needed in collaboration with lead and shot compositors
• Supervise and continually liaise with all production personnel
• Work with the Lighting team to ensure an optimal workflow for a RenderMan and Mental Ray pipeline
• Create efficient rendering setups to optimize render farm usage
• Technically and creatively promote and maintain consistent shot quality and desired look as defined by the Director and CG Supervisor

Job Requirements:

• 5+ years of production experience
• Must be well versed in Maya, RenderMan and Mental Ray
• Thorough understanding of techniques and technologies related to CG rendering and look development
• Good understanding of colour space
• Knowledge of lighting techniques
• Ability to manage time according to current priorities in an efficient manner
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Ability to lead/mentor/educate team members

How to Apply: If you have the passion and determination it takes to create stunning animation, please send your resume and demo reel and reference: LRTD-1014.

Mercury Filmworks
53 Auriga Drive
Ottawa, Ontario K2E 8C3