Visual Effects Lighting Specialist

2 days ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Aquent Full time

This is a hybrid role in the field of visual effects where creativity meets technical expertise. As a highly motivated Visual Effects Lighting Specialist, you will be responsible for creating visually stunning scenes that captivate audiences worldwide.

The team is looking for an individual with exceptional lighting skills to play a key role in solving complex problems through collaboration with Art and Engineering teams. In this position, you will work closely with artists to craft compelling lighting that supports story, art direction, and gameplay objectives.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with Art, Cinematic, and Technical Art teams to develop industry-leading visuals across various environments
  • Craft engaging lighting that enhances the narrative and artistic vision of the project
  • Translate conceptual illustrations into outstanding real-time lighting visuals
  • Work with Art and Technical Art teams to anticipate and resolve technical challenges within given constraints and visual requirements
  • Proactively seek feedback and maintain open communication with the Art Directors, Lighting Lead, Cinematic Director, and other relevant departments

Requirements:

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

The estimated salary for this role is $52-$56 per hour. Compensation is based on factors including education, relevant work experience, certifications, and location. Additional benefits offered may include medical, dental, and vision insurance after working four consecutive weeks maintaining an average of 20 hours per week. Aquent is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.

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 exclusive employee discounts, access to professional development courses, and much more.



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