Lighting TA - Feature Animation
Bardel EntertainmentVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Posted October 21, 2025
70000 - 75000 CAD year
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
Bardel Entertainment has been growing and evolving for over 35 years, grounded in the creative roots of animation and remaining committed to the craft of crafting fresh ideas.
Job Description
Bardel Entertainment is seeking a Lighting Technical Assistant (Lighting TA) to support a 3D animated feature in Vancouver, British Columbia. The role involves testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting lighting systems, as well as collaborating with the lighting, compositing, and rendering teams. This position ensures the efficient, stable, and quality of the lighting pipeline.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Python and MEL scripting for automation and tool development.
- Strong understanding of lighting and rendering workflows, particularly in Autodesk Maya, Arnold, or similar renderers.
- Familiarity with ShotGrid and asset-tracking systems.
- Basic knowledge of compositing tools (e.g., Nuke) and how lighting integrates into the final image.
- Solid grasp of scene optimization, file referencing, and render management.
- Strong documentation, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, deadline-driven production environments.
- Resourceful, proactive, and collaborative team player.
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Extended Health and Wellness
- RRSP matching