Lighting Artist Job at Atlantis Animation, Spain
hace 8 días
Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Based in the beautiful Canary Island of Tenerife, Atlantis Animation is seeking passionate Mid and Senior-level Lighting Artists for an 8-month, full-time, on-site contract. In this key role, you will help define and deliver the visual quality for the upcoming animated series ‘Messi and the Giants’, an epic saga co‑produced by Sony and broadcasted globally by Disney. Working closely with creative leads and supervisors, you will interpret creative briefs, light and render keyshots and sequences, and troubleshoot technical render issues in a fast-paced environment. Aumente sus posibilidades de conseguir una entrevista leyendo la siguiente descripción general de este puesto antes de presentar su candidatura. The ideal candidate brings a proven professional track record on fully 3D animated series or feature films, strong mastery of industry-standard tools like Arnold and Nuke, and excellent collaboration skills to work alongside the compositing and production teams. This position offers a unique chance to work on a high-profile global IP while enjoying life in Tenerife, backed by a secure, fixed-term employee contract. Key Specification Details Position Lighting Artist (Mid or Senior Level) Location Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain (100% On-Site) Employment Type Full-Time, Fixed-Term Employee Contract (No Freelance / Remote) Duration 8 Months Industry Animation, Visual Effects, Entertainment Core Software Arnold and Nuke Project Background ‘Messi and the Giants’ (Co-produced by Sony Music Vision, Sony Pictures Television Kids, and Leo Messi Management for Disney) Main Responsibilities • Creative Execution: Work closely with Creative Leads and Supervisors to interpret and execute the visual goals of the project within established tools and pipelines., • Shot Production: Light and render master keyshots first, followed by remaining CG shots within a sequence, ensuring high-quality, visually appealing results that align with the Supervisor’s vision., • Visual Continuity: Maintain strict lighting, color, and mood consistency across entire shots and sequences., • Optimization & Troubleshooting: Optimize and troubleshoot lighting and rendering issues in a fast-paced production environment., • Budget Management: Ensure render times remain optimized and strictly within the allocated production budget limits., • Cross-Department Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the Compositing team to seamlessly transition shots from lighting through to final delivery, while respecting schedules and production quotas defined by the Production team., • Mid-Level: 3 to 5 years of professional industry experience., • Senior-Level: More than 5 years of professional industry experience., • Production Track Record: Proven professional experience as a Lighting Artist on a fully 3D animated series or feature film is strictly required. Technical & Artistic Skills • Creative Translation: Strong ability to interpret and execute complex creative briefs (both verbal instructions and visual references)., • Pipeline Knowledge: Solid understanding of advanced lighting, rendering, and compositing workflows., • Software Toolset: Practical experience with industry-standard rendering, lighting, and compositing tools—specifically Arnold and Nuke., • Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the proactive ability to anticipate potential technical or artistic pipeline issues. Soft Skills & Logistics • Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively and dependably deliver tasks within production deadlines., • Communication: Strong communication skills, a collaborative team mindset, and fluency in English (spoken and written)., • Adaptability: Flexible and highly responsive to evolving changes in production needs., • Legal & Work Status: A valid EU/Spanish work permit is strictly required at the time of application., • On-Site Availability: Full availability to work 100% on-site in our Santa Cruz de Tenerife studio. What We Offer Global Footprint: The chance to contribute to a major international animated IP backed by Sony and Disney. Incredible Environment: Live and work in the capital of the Canary Islands, known for its exceptional climate, culture, and scenery. Legal Protections: A secure, fixed-term employee contract offering standard Spanish social security benefits, legal protections, and paid time off. How to Apply If you are ready to bring your lighting expertise to this unexpected adventure and join our team in paradise, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application through our portal, including: • CV/Resume clearly highlighting your relevant production experience (Mid or Senior level)., • Lighting Showreel/Portfolio along with a comprehensive Breakdown Sheet detailing your specific artistic and technical contributions for each shot., • A brief introductory note letting us know about your current availability and work permit status. Atlantis Animation is an equal opportunity employer. xcskxlj We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive studio environment for all team members. #J-18808-Ljbffr