Lighting Technical Director All levels – ILM London

Lighting Technical Director All levels – ILM London Overview

As part of The Walt Disney Company, you will play a vital role in shaping stories and experiences that resonate globally. We are currently seeking Lighting Technical Directors at all levels to join our team at ILM London.

Position Overview

The Lighting Technical Director will be responsible for producing high-quality CG lighting and rendering for intricate shots across various projects and pipelines. This role demands a creative talent, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for exceptional filmmaking.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and create the lighting and appearance of computer-generated objects and scenes.
• Oversee the final assembly, lighting, and rendering of complex CG shots.
• Collaborate closely with Lighting Supervisors and CG Supervisors to address CG challenges and refine the final visual output.
• Develop lighting setups and optimize existing setups for efficiency.
• Create effective rendering configurations to maximize the use of render farm resources.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of the VFX pipeline, including modeling, animation, texturing, rendering, and compositing.
• Proven expertise in lighting and photography.
• Significant experience in Lighting and Rendering within a VFX context.
• Prior involvement in shot Look Development tasks.
• Strong listening and communication skills to effectively receive direction and feedback.
• A keen aesthetic sense with the ability to foresee potential issues and utilize tools to achieve the desired visual results.
• Capability to work collaboratively within a team while also being self-sufficient when necessary.
• Quick adaptability to new techniques and software.
• Familiarity with Katana and Renderman is a plus.
• Proficiency in Python and/or MEL scripting is required.
• Good understanding of Nuke or similar compositing software, including the use of layers and passes for post-render adjustments.
• Solid grasp of Linux operating systems.
• Basic knowledge of physically plausible shading techniques.
• Strong understanding of lighting techniques and color-space.

Working Pattern

This role is hybrid, requiring the employee to work at least two days on-site per week at a designated company location, with the possibility of working from home on other days.

About ILM

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, Industrial Light & Magic (ILM) is a premier visual effects facility known for its groundbreaking work in the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has contributed to over 325 feature films and has been instrumental in creating stunning visual effects for some of the highest-grossing films in history.

About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise, encompassing three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. Disney is committed to creating world-class stories and experiences that resonate with audiences globally.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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