Lighting Artist

Overview

This is a hybrid role in Vancouver.
Pay Range: $50/hr – $56/hr

The team is looking for a highly creative and motivated Lighting Artist. In this position, you will be expected to help create visually stunning scenes. You will also be expected to play a role in solving technical problems through collaboration with Art and Engineering.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work closely with Art, Cinematic and Technical Art teams to create industry leading visuals across a variety of environments
• Craft compelling lighting which supports story, art direction and gameplay objectives
• Translate conceptual illustrations into outstanding real-time lighting visuals
• Work with Art and Technical Art teams to anticipate and solve technical challenges within given constraints and visual requirements
• Be proactive about seeking feedback and communication with the Art Directors, Lighting Lead, Cinematic Director and other relevant departments

REQUIREMENTS:

• 5+ years’ experience in video game production and or film production experience.
• A portfolio that demonstrates a strong understanding of lighting, composition, and color
• Experience with Unreal Engine 4 or 5, Frostbite, Snowdrop or other similar game engines is preferred.
• Good knowledge of real-time lighting principals (dynamic lighting, sub surface scattering, HDR, SSAO, SSGI, physically based rendering), atmospherics, and post processing
• Thorough understanding of how light, shadow and color create tone and mood.
• Exceptional grasp for compositional storytelling and cinematography.
• Background in real world photography, cinematography and lighting is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively – bring new ideas, build upon the ideas of others, give and receive feedback to generate strong results
• Ability to organize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $50/hr – $56/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include: https://aquent.com/talent/talent-benefits

Client Description:

You will want to read this fine print. Part of our mission is to take care of you, so we offer the best benefits. Unlike other staffing companies, we provide talent with the same benefits that our CEO gets. This includes:

• A choice of three major medical plans (including vision coverage) plus dental insurance
• Paid sick leave for all hourly talent in the U.S. and Canada
• 401(k) with a match and immediate vesting
• Exclusive employee discounts through Promo Code: Aquent
• Access to hundreds of professional development courses through Aquent Gymnasium
• And much more

Aquent is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives.

We have a simple philosophy at Aquent: to personally place the best creative talent in the best jobs for the best companies. When you work for Aquent, you qualify for medical, dental and vision insurance after working only four consecutive weeks maintaining an average of 20 hours per week. If this job isn’t the right fit for you, but you know someone who is, please pass this job posting on. We have a fantastic referral program that pays out in cash rewards! 

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