Lighting & Compositing Artist (Animation)

Location

Mumbai | India

Job description

We are seeking Lighting and Compositing (Junior, Mid and Senior) artists to join our team of talented artists, working across our feature and episodic productions in our Animation division. These are short term contracts.

In this role, you will be reporting to the Lead Lighting Artist.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, light, rig and comp character and environment assets
• Understand colour, contrast and lighting design
• Fulfil the creative expectations set by both the client and project director
• Liaise with team members to resolve issues

This is not meant to be an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties that are within the employee's skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.

What we’re looking for:

• A strong understanding of Lighting and screen composition, in a storytelling environment.
• 2-3 years as a Lighting Artist.
• Full production knowledge of Maya, Houdini and Katana
• Practical working knowledge of Passes, AOVs and render management.
• It is essential that you have experience in Feature Animation projects

Nice-to-have:

• Experience in pipeline scripting and creating tools for the pipe
• Working knowledge of Arnold, Vray
• Showreel essential

Culture

We’re a studio that believes in nurturing a community of talent to create compelling worlds that people want to spend time in. At the forefront of our work lies extraordinary artists. Jellyfish Pictures empowers our employees to think outside the box and achieve common goals. We pledge to embed a diverse and inclusive workforce, so that you can focus on doing what you love best. Our supported environment fosters growth, making a remarkable place to build a career.

• We are currently working toward B Corp certification.
• Numerous social events (for families too) throughout the year to keep you entertained, engaged and involved, no matter where you are based.
• The opportunity to work with diverse talent in an international market.
• Thursday drinks in our studio's garden.
• Wellbeing programs and other mental health initiatives – your health is our priority.
• Time off in lieu for our artists and 100% flexible working arrangements.

Jellyfish Pictures is an equal opportunity employer, we take accountability to ensure our recruitment process is based on merit alone, without regard to ethnicity, age, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation/preference, national origin, religion, or any other category protected by law.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments during the interview process by contacting our talent team on: [email protected]

About Us

Founded in 2001, Jellyfish Pictures has grown from the original "two-man band" into an internationally recognised operation. Known for their world-class animation and VFX, beautifully rendered imagery and multi-platform content, Jellyfish Pictures critically acclaimed work has earned them multiple awards. These include EMMY, BAFTA, highly sought-after VES Awards, and several other accolades.

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