Senior Lighting Technical Director

Our client, a distinguished entity in the Arts & Entertainment industry, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Lighting Technical Director for their
** Centurion, Gauteng, ZA
** operations. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, blending the benefits of in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual artistry of our productions, focusing on the intricate craft of lighting within 3D environments. This position demands a unique blend of artistic sensibility and technical expertise, ensuring that the lighting not only enhances the narrative but also meets stringent technical requirements for rendering and performance.

As a senior member of the team, you will guide junior artists, contribute to pipeline development, and collaborate closely with directors and supervisors to achieve exceptional visual outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-caliber projects and grow within a supportive and innovative environment.

• Design, implement, and refine complex lighting setups for feature films, animations, or game projects, adhering to directorial and artistic vision.
• Develop and maintain lighting tools, scripts, and pipeline integrations to optimize workflow efficiency and consistency.
• Collaborate with asset and environment teams to ensure lighting integrates seamlessly with scene geometry and textures.
• Troubleshoot lighting-related issues, including rendering errors, performance bottlenecks, and visual inconsistencies.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior lighting artists, fostering skill development and best practices.
• Work closely with render farm managers to monitor render processes and optimize resource utilization.
• Stay updated on the latest lighting techniques, software advancements, and rendering technologies.
• Contribute to the creation of style guides and technical documentation for lighting processes.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in lighting, with a significant portion focused on technical direction within the entertainment industry.
• Proven track record demonstrated through a strong portfolio of lighting work across various projects.
• Expertise in industry-standard 3D software (e.g., Maya, Blender) and rendering engines (e.g., Arnold, V-Ray, Render Man, or modern game engines like Unreal Engine).
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python for pipeline development and tool creation.
• Strong understanding of color theory, composition, and cinematography principles as applied to lighting.
• Experience with render farm management systems and troubleshooting rendering issues.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, suitable for a hybrid work environment in
  ** Centurion, Gauteng, ZA**.

• Our client offers a competitive contractor rate commensurate with experience and a stimulating work environment.
• This hybrid role provides the flexibility to balance office-based collaboration with remote work.
• You will have the opportunity to work on diverse and exciting projects, contributing to visually stunning productions.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to workshops and industry conferences, will be provided.
• Enjoy the chance to collaborate with a team of talented professionals and advance your career in the dynamic arts and entertainment sector.