Lighting Tech TD ( Animation

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize lighting tools and workflows within the studio’s pipeline.
• Troubleshoot and provide technical support to the Lighting team, ensuring efficient shot execution.
• Collaborate with Lighting Leads and CG Supervisors to refine rendering strategies for efficiency and quality.
• Automate and streamline lighting processes to reduce redundant work and improve iteration speed.
• Ensure compatibility and performance of shaders, lighting rigs, and rendering setups.
• Work with the Pipeline team to integrate lighting tools into the broader production pipeline.
• Support look development and rendering optimization across different production needs.
• Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and techniques to enhance DNEG’s lighting workflows.

• Proven experience as a Lighting TD or Pipeline TD in an animation, VFX, or gaming environment.
• Strong knowledge of industry-standard lighting tools, such as Katana
  , Maya
  , Renderman
  , Arnold
  , or Houdini
  .
• Proficiency in scripting and tool development using Python and/or C++.
• Experience with render farm management and optimizing rendering performance.
• Solid understanding of color theory, light physics, shading, and rendering techniques.
• Familiarity with USD-based workflows and pipeline integration is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and debug technical issues efficiently.
• Ability to work collaboratively with artists and developers to enhance productivity and streamline workflows.