Lighting artist – mid to senior
Photoreal character animation · Karma / Solaris / Houdini
We’re looking for talented lighting artists to join the team at Alt VFX on an exciting photoreal live action character animation project. You’ll be working in Solaris / Houdini with Karma as our primary renderer, integrating CG characters seamlessly into live action environments.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR IN YOUR REEL
Your reel must demonstrate a strong eye for photoreal CG integration within live action footage.
We’ll be paying close attention to how well your work handles light interaction, contact shadows, cast shadows, and reflections that convincingly place a CG subject into a real-world environment. Show us shots where the lighting tells a story of integration, not isolation.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Houdini (Solaris) and Karma renderer — this is our primary pipeline and non-negotiable
- Nuke compositing skills are essential — slap comps are a core part of the daily workflow and you’ll be expected to comp your own work for review
- Ability to anticipate and problem-solve technical and creative challenges before they become blockers
- Strong self-management — you own your milestones, track your own deadlines, and flag issues early
- Clear, proactive communication with leads, TDs, and cross-department collaborators
To apply
To apply, send your reel and CV to jobs@altvfx.com with the subject line Lighting Artist Application. Please include a brief note on your Solaris / Karma experience. Reels without a strong live action integration focus are unlikely to progress.