Lead Lighting Artist at Scanline VFX

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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CA$143,000 – CA$167,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, FilmIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in a field of Digital Arts or equivalent experience
  • Minimum five (5) years of experience in visual effects for feature films
  • Previous leadership experience
  • Proficiency with 3ds Max and VRay preferred; experience with Maya -> VRay, Arnold or other software considered
  • Clear understanding of color space, image-based lighting, shading, and advanced rendering methodologies
  • Able to multitask and complete tasks within production schedules and tight deadlines in an organized manner
  • A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and responds well to direction and guidance from supervisors

Responsibilities

  • Creates and designs lighting for complex scenes; develops look for assets, animation files, simulations, and effects elements
  • Works with supervisors and compositors to ensure that all elements delivered work as needed to achieve the desired look
  • Leads and mentors a team of artists; offers constructive and supportive feedback
  • Collaborates with the show-side supervision team to help maintain and schedule tasks and assignments while ensuring the artists stay on track and delivers high-end photo-realistic CG characters and environments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

3ds MaxVRayMayaArnoldlightingshadingrenderingcolor spaceimage-based lightingvisual effectsCG charactersenvironments

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Lead Lighting Artist position?

The salary range is $143,000 - $167,000 a year, specific to applicants applying to the position in Vancouver, BC. Base salary is determined by qualifications, skills, experience, and location, which may cause variation outside this range.

Is this a remote position, or is relocation required?

The position is based in Vancouver, BC. They will only consider applicants based in British Columbia or those willing to relocate.

What skills and experience are required for this role?

Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Digital Arts or equivalent, minimum five years of VFX experience for feature films, previous leadership experience, and proficiency with 3ds Max and VRay preferred (Maya -> VRay, Arnold or other software considered). A clear understanding of color space, image-based lighting, shading, and advanced rendering methodologies is also required.

What is the company culture like at Scanline VFX?

Scanline VFX fosters a collaborative environment where team members are encouraged to ask questions, present ideas, and thrive as team players responding to supervision. They seek explorers open to testing, learning, and iterating, striving for the highest standards through innovation.

What makes a strong candidate for this Lead Lighting Artist role?

Strong candidates have 5+ years of VFX experience in feature films, prior leadership experience, proficiency in tools like 3ds Max/VRay or Maya/Arnold, and the ability to multitask under tight deadlines in a collaborative team setting.

Scanline VFX

Provides visual effects and real-time production

About Scanline VFX

Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.

Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.

Differentiation

Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.

Upsides

Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.

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