Position Overview

This is a short-term contract, under 1 year, and can be a remote working position.

Ideally artists will be based in Ireland, however, the role is open to all artists, but applicants must be able to work within a 4 hour time difference of the Irish timezone to allow for daily interaction with the Creative and production teams.

We will endeavor to respond to all applicants, but due to the high volume of applications we receive a reply might not always be possible.

Please mail to careers@giant.ie – please include the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email, for example: “Application – Lighting Artist Position”.

Starting date: ASAP

Position Responsibilities

• Under the leadership of the Art Director, CG supervisor and Departmental Leads, create and implement lighting setups for characters, environments & props based on the needs and determined look of a show

• Create high quality renders of Characters, Props & Environments for internal and client approval throughout the asset build process

• Collaborate with CG Supervisor as well as modelling and surfacing departments to troubleshoot creative and technical issues when required

• Implement creative and technical feedback as required

• Communicate with Production Team and CG Supervisor on concerns ahead of time

• Balance quick turnarounds with achieving a high degree of aesthetic quality

• Participate in reviews as required

Position Requirements

• Minimum of 2  years experience in TV Series Animation Production

• Excellent visual skills and attention to detail

• Superior eye for light, shade, colour, and detail

• Good Knowledge of Maya, Nuke/Fusion

• Experience with Redshift or Arnold or Katana

• Experience with Shotgun

• Task driven, self-motivated, and proactive

• Excellent communication skills