Intermediate Lighting / Compositing Artist

Company Overview

      ICON Creative Studio is Canada’s largest independently owned animation entertainment company, located in the historic Gastown district of Vancouver, BC. Our talented team includes specialists across the entire animation pipeline, working alongside creative and management professionals to deliver outstanding animated content.

Known for our commitment to quality, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ICON has partnered with distributors, broadcasters, and leading streaming platforms worldwide to create and produce noteworthy, impactful projects.

We operate from a holistic philosophy, leveraging the unique skill sets of our team members to maximize production efficiency while maintaining an optimal balance of creativity and quality on-screen.

Why Work at ICON?

• Collaborate on top-tier feature and episodic CG franchises for major streaming platforms, including Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV+, Amazon, Peacock, and Paramount+.
• Be part of a diverse team of artists from around the globe who have joined us here in British Columbia.
• Work with the latest tools and software, ensuring you're always equipped to do your best work.
• Be part of a studio that upholds a premium standard of quality across all productions, putting every resource into what’s on-screen.
• Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and a supportive workplace culture.
• Access direct deposit and a generous benefits package.
• Grow with us through continuous learning opportunities, mentorship, and empowering you to achieve your professional goals.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive extended health, dental, vision, prescription drug, and paramedical coverage, and access to mental health and wellness resources. Employees also enjoy a pet-friendly studio, an onsite gym, and regular social events that bring teams together both virtually and in person. 

Job Overview

     We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Intermediate Lighting / Compositing Artist to join our creative team. As an integral part of our animation and visual storytelling process, you will be responsible for developing and implementing captivating lighting setups that enhance the visual appeal and narrative impact of animated sequences.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement captivating lighting setups to enhance the visual appeal and storytelling in animated sequences.
• Work closely with the Art, Animation, and FX teams to ensure consistent and visually appealing lighting across different project elements.
• Troubleshoot and problem-solve lighting issues to achieve desired results.
• Implement post-processing effects and adjustments to achieve the desired look and feel.
• Composite renders together to create cohesive and visually stunning scenes.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a cohesive visual style and continuity.
• Collaborate with the Art Director, Lighting Supervisor, and fellow artists to meet project objectives and deadlines.
• Provide constructive feedback and support to team members.
• Utilize industry-standard software and tools effectively.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Film, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Experience working on an animated TV Series.
• Knowledge of Maya
• Knowledge of Arnold
• Knowledge of relevant compositing software including Nuke preferred
• Scripting ability in relevant languages including Python highly desirable
• Good communication skills
• Prior experience developing set light rig

This is a Union position and the terms and conditions of employment are covered by a collective agreement.

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In accordance with British Columbia's pay transparency legislation, the wage displayed reflects the minimum rate established under ICON's collective agreement. Additional compensation may be considered based on experience, qualifications, and project needs, where permitted by the collective agreement.

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ICON Creative Studio is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

- Develop and implement captivating lighting setups - Work closely with Art, Animation, and FX teams - Troubleshoot and problem-solve lighting issues - Implement post-processing effects - Composite renders for cohesive scenes - Collaborate with Art Director, Lighting Supervisor, and fellow artists - Utilize industry-standard software and tools effectively - Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Film, Fine Arts, or related field - Experience working on an animated TV Series - Prior experience developing set light rigs