Blizzard Entertainment, a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences and a subsidiary of Microsoft, is seeking a visionary Senior Lighting / Compositing Artist to join our award-winning Animation team. Blizzard is the architect of some of the most iconic universes in gaming history, including World of Warcraft, Diablo, Overwatch, StarCraft, and Hearthstone. Our mission is to forge amazing worlds and experiences that players can dive into, and we achieve this through a culture of creativity, collaboration, and artistic passion.

This role is specifically tailored for an expert artist capable of delivering “epic” visual quality for both pre-rendered cinematics and real-time content. You will be part of a tight-knit team dedicated to pushing the creative bounds of digital storytelling.

At Blizzard Entertainment, we pride ourselves on being more than just a game studio; we are a community of creators. Since our acquisition by Microsoft, we have continued to lead the industry in genre-defining entertainment. Our ability to build immersive worlds is enhanced by our diverse teams working in an inclusive environment.

Blizzard Entertainment understand that the best art comes from a place of support and inspiration. Whether you are working on the dark, gothic landscapes of Diablo or the vibrant, hopeful future of Overwatch, you will find a team that values your unique artistic voice. We encourage women and members of under-represented groups to apply, as we believe diversity is the fuel for innovation.

As a Senior Lighting Artist / Compositing Artist, you are the final eye on the pipeline. You are responsible for taking raw assets and FX and weaving them into a cohesive, cinematic masterpiece.

1. Lighting Design & Implementation

You will design and implement lighting for both characters and environments. This involves more than just illuminating a scene; it requires an understanding of narrative weight. You will work to enhance the established art direction, ensuring that the light guides the player’s eye and evokes the intended emotional response.

2. Visual Quality Control & Consistency

Maintaining the “look” of a sequence is paramount. You will be responsible for color balance and shot-to-shot continuity. Your goal is to ensure that every frame within a sequence feels part of a unified world, maintaining high quality-control standards for all finished work.

3. Multi-Departmental Collaboration

A Senior Artist at Blizzard does not work in a vacuum. You will:

• Integrate FX: Work closely with the FX department to ensure magical spells, explosions, and environmental effects sit perfectly within the lighting environment.
• Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with VFX Supervisors, Art Directors, and Producers to ensure the creative vision is being met on time and within the designated quota targets.
• Lead Communication: Liaise with Lighting/Compositing Supervisors to refine setups that can be used across multiple shots.

4. Technical Problem Solving

In our fast-paced environment, priorities can shift rapidly. You must be able to independently troubleshoot complex multi-shot setups and adapt to proprietary lighting tools or pipeline changes on the fly.

Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a veteran of the industry—someone who has mastered the technical tools and possesses a refined artistic “gut feeling” for what makes a shot work.

Experience Foundations

• Professional Tenure: A minimum of 8 years of experience in a high-end production environment (Games, Feature Film, TV, or high-end Commercials).
• Collaborative History: Proven experience working directly with Directors and Supervisors to define the visual language of a project.
• Visual Proof: A demo reel is mandatory. We are looking for a showcase of light, composition, and mood that demonstrates a deep understanding of cinematic storytelling.

Technical Mastery

• Software Proficiency: You must be well-versed in the industry-standard “Big Four” for this role: Katana, Nuke, Maya, and Linux.
• Rendering Engines: Expert knowledge of Renderman-RIS and Redshift is essential.
• Engine Knowledge: A decent understanding of modern game engines (Unreal, Unity, or proprietary engines) is required, as we increasingly blend pre-rendered and real-time workflows.
• Advanced Compositing: Skills must include 2D tracking, rotoscoping, element projection, layering, and extensive 3D compositing within Nuke.

Artistic Intuition

• Cinematic Eye: You have a strong grasp of color grading and shot continuity. You can look at a sequence and immediately identify why a shot feels “off” and how to fix it.
• Iteration Resilience: You are comfortable and efficient in an iteration-intensive pipeline where feedback is frequent and standards are elite.

Blizzard Entertainment offers a competitive rewards package designed to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being. While this is a temporary role, Blizzard provides a suite of benefits for “Every World.”

• Pay Structure: The standard base pay range is $44.67 – $82.60 per hour. The final offer is negotiable and based on your specific location, experience, and performance during the interview process.
• Incentive Opportunities: In addition to base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation (though not guaranteed).
• Health & Wellness: Eligible employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as mental health and wellbeing programs.
• Financial Security: Options include 401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability insurance.
• Perks: Enjoy free and discounted games, fitness programs, and various voluntary benefits.
• Relocation: If the company requires a geographic move, relocation assistance may be available.

Application Materials Required

To be considered for this elite team, please provide the following:

1. Resume: Detailing your 8+ years of experience and shipped titles/projects.
2. Portfolio/Reel Link: A link to your demo reel.
3. Shot Breakdown: A detailed description of your specific contributions to each shot in your reel.

Stay Alert: Blizzard will only contact you through official “@https://www.google.com/search?q=blizzard.com” or “@activisionhttps://www.google.com/search?q=blizzard.com” email addresses. We will never ask for financial information or payments during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity: Blizzard Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to providing reasonable assistance to individuals with disabilities; if you require accommodation to apply, please contact accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com.

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