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Lighting Supervisor

Lighting Supervisors work under the direction of the VFX or DFX Supervisor and are responsible for establishing high-quality photorealistic and efficient lighting for our shows that are in line with the director’s creative vision.

They should ensure that the artists in their team use consistent methodologies to deliver the highest quality of work on time, on budget, and in a sustainable way. They are expected to solve technical problems, design the approach to shots, and set the creative standard for their team.
Collaboration is central to DNEG’s success and it's essential our Supervisors lead and mentor artists on a show. You ensure communication flows through your team, offering creative and technical leadership, support and feedback. You’ll collaborate with other department supervisors and related pipeline teams to maximise render efficiency and streamline scene assembly. You’ll be the point of contact for all queries from our production team, working together to assign shots and tasks to the appropriate artist.
Lighting Supervisors also contribute to the overall development of our pipeline, assisting our Head of CG with the implementation of new processes that improve the operational efficiency for the department.

Must Have

Minimum 6+ years of high-end feature film VFX experience
Proven team supervision experience
Excellent listening and communication skills
Thorough understanding of 3D VFX processes and production pipelinesStrong knowledge in physical-based rendering - shading, and lightingStrong knowledge in render efficiency
Experience with handling and assembling complex scenes efficientlyDemonstrates strong skill-set in troubleshooting pipeline issues
Good understanding of compositingStrong artistic eye and understanding of colour, lighting and image analysis
Extensive experience using 3D software – ideally Houdini, Clarisse or Katana and Nuke
Extensive experience in modern path tracers like PRMan (19+), Clarisse, Arnold, V-Ray or other
Experience meeting deadlines while retaining a high quality of work
Proven ability to prioritise and perform in dynamic environment

Nice to Have

Production experience using Houdini, Solaris and USD
Onset data capturing experience (HDRIs)Look development experienceExperience in Cross Site work (remote collaboration with teams from other locations)

About You

Passionate about film and lighting
A keen eye for composition and colour
Organised, proactive and a self-starter
A team leader, approachable and personable
A collaborator and clear communicator
Technically adept with a willingness to learn new skills and techniques
Calm under pressure and committed to meet production deadlines
A positive, can-do attitude

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What You Should Know About Lighting Supervisor, DNEG

Are you a passionate and skilled Lighting Supervisor looking to make your mark in the film industry? Join our innovative team at DNEG, where your expertise in creating photorealistic lighting will help bring directors' creative visions to life. As a Lighting Supervisor, you'll play a pivotal role under the guidance of the VFX or DFX Supervisor, ensuring that your team of talented artists produces high-quality work that meets deadlines and stays within budget. You'll be responsible for resolving technical challenges, designing shot approaches, and establishing creative standards that set your team apart. Collaboration is key in our environment, so your ability to mentor and lead artists will be crucial. You'll ensure smooth communication within your team and across departments, working closely with production to assign tasks effectively. With a strong understanding of 3D VFX processes and modern software like Houdini and Nuke, you're equipped to handle and assemble complex scenes efficiently. Plus, your artistic eye for color and lighting will enhance the overall quality of production. If you're organized, proactive, and have a positive attitude towards collaborating with diverse teams, we want you to help us innovate and improve our pipeline processes. Your commitment to meeting production deadlines while maintaining high-quality work will make a meaningful impact at DNEG. Ready to shine bright in your career as a Lighting Supervisor? Let's create magic together!

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What responsibilities does a Lighting Supervisor have at DNEG?

A Lighting Supervisor at DNEG is responsible for establishing high-quality lighting that aligns with the director's vision, mentoring the artist team, ensuring consistent methodologies, solving technical issues, and collaborating with other departments to maximize render efficiency.