" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eMid/Senior Solaris Lighting Artist\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25137\"\u003e Multimedia / Design / New Media \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25138\"\u003e 3D / Special Effects \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25139\"\u003e Sydney \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"25140\"\u003e Contract \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003ePhotorealistic/live-action experience is required\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSydney-based, candidate needs to relocate (408 Visa is covered)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOctober start | up to 12 months contract\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSydney, Australia | On-site | October Start | Up to 12-Month Contract | 408 Visa covered\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e We\u0027re looking for an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eSolaris Lighting Artist\u003c/strong\u003e to join an independent, artist-led VFX studio delivering high-end feature film and television work.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e This is an \u003cstrong\u003eon-site role in Sydney to start in October\u003c/strong\u003e, with a contract available for up to one year. International candidates are welcome, with \u003cstrong\u003e408 visa support and up to AUD $5,000 in relocation assistance\u003c/strong\u003e available for eligible candidates.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Studio\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Our client is an independent VFX and animation studio specializing in design-led visual effects for film and television.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Based within one of Sydney\u0027s major film production locations, the team brings together experienced artists, filmmakers and supervisors with backgrounds across leading international VFX studios. They work across Australian and international productions, collaborating with major studios, streamers and independent filmmakers.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e Their capabilities span the full VFX pipeline, including concept development, on-set supervision, FX, animation, lighting and compositing.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You\u0027ll create and deliver \u003cstrong\u003ehigh-end, photorealistic lighting using Houdini Solaris\u003c/strong\u003e, integrating CG elements seamlessly with live-action photography.\u003cbr\u003e Working closely with CG, FX, Compositing and VFX Supervisors, you\u0027ll be responsible for lighting complex shots and sequences through to final delivery.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0027ll Do\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLight and render photorealistic VFX shots using \u003cstrong\u003eHoudini Solaris\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate lighting setups for characters, creatures, environments and effects\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMatch lighting, exposure, color and atmosphere to live-action plates and reference\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrate CG elements convincingly into live-action environments\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop efficient lighting and rendering workflows\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot and optimize complex scenes and renders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate across CG, FX and Compositing\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeliver shots to production deadlines and quality standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We\u0027re Looking For\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5+ years of professional VFX experience\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong professional experience with \u003cstrong\u003eHoudini Solaris\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA reel demonstrating high-end photorealistic lighting\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent understanding of light, color, exposure, composition and physically based rendering\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of CG integration and matching live-action plates\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience across feature film, television or comparable high-end VFX productions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong artistic and technical problem-solving skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to independently manage complex shots through final delivery\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong communication and collaborative skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLocation, Visa \u0026amp; Relocation\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Candidates must be \u003cstrong\u003eavailable to commence in October and work on-site in Sydney\u003c/strong\u003e. Those currently based elsewhere must be willing to relocate.\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e For eligible international candidates, \u003cstrong\u003e408 visa support and up to AUD $5,000 in relocation assistance\u003c/strong\u003e are available. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"906732\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "