The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in visual effects, creative technologies and content production Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class visual effects and video production.

We are a vibrant network of talented artists, producers, directors and creative technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

We are The Mill. We create the extraordinary.

The Mill’s flagship studio, Mill London, opened its doors in 1990. Located in London’s Fitzrovia, the studio is home to over 300 creators working across Mill VFX, Mill Direction and Mill Experience projects. The Mill’s London home overlooks the iconic BT tower, and is surrounded by some of the best eateries in town. The London creative community often gathers on The Mill’s rooftop bar and terrace, which plays host to a number of industry and staff events. 

We are looking for Lighting Artist to join our Shanghai studio for upcoming projects, helping to create CG to the highest standard across a wide variety of projects, from creative and award-winning advertisements, stunning game trailers to movie work.

Lighters should have a proven track record in commercials, TV or Film, who are comfortable taking on a range of tasks independently or as part of a team. Candidates with a strong set of Generalist skills are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

·     Produce high-quality lighting and rendering for our CG scenes

·     Basic compositing to ensure correct hand off to 2D

·     Work with CG Supervisors / Leads, Lighting Artists determine best approaches to solve 3D challenges and develop final looks

·     Assemble and layout scenes

·     Light moderate to complex interior and exterior scenes and products

·     Understand rendering, lighting, shading networks, polygonal modeling, and texture UV's

·     Have solid artistic skills, including an understanding of color theory, composition, light and form

·     Thorough knowledge of PBR workflows

·     Basic skills in modelling, texturing and compositing

·     High standard of quality control

·     Ability to work as part of a team and take feedback/direction positively

·     Additional Skills in Character/Creature Animation skills, Rigging, Character FX is a big plus

·     English and Mandarin preferred but not essential

We are very happy to consider international applications for this role and relocation assistance is available.

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