Brown Bag Films Bali hiring Lighting Artist

Job Overview

• Company Name: Brown Bag Films (Bali Studio)
• Job Title: Lighting Artist
• Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
• Location: Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia
• Work Model: On-site / Hybrid Options
• Seniority Level: Mid-Level / Professional
• Primary Software: Maya, Blender, or Unreal Engine
• Reporting To: Lighting Lead / CG Supervisor
• Industry: Animation & Visual Effects

Brown Bag Films Bali | Lighting & Rendering Division

At Brown Bag Films, we believe that lighting is the final brushstroke that turns a collection of digital assets into a cinematic masterpiece. Our lighting team is responsible for defining the “look and feel” of our stories—guiding the audience’s eye, setting the emotional temperature, and ensuring visual continuity across global hits for Disney, Netflix, and beyond. We are seeking a talented Lighting Artist to join our Bali studio, where technical innovation meets a vibrant, collaborative culture.

Brown Bag Films Bali Company Overview

Brown Bag Films Bali is a creative-led powerhouse known for delivering cutting-edge animation for the international market. From our state-of-the-art facility in Bali, we bridge the gap between technical complexity and narrative heart. We value transparency, excellence, and a “Portfolio-First” approach, ensuring that our artists have the tools and the mentorship they need to produce world-class work on prestigious projects.

Role Overview: Impact & Responsibilities

As a Lighting Artist, your mission is to bring depth, mood, and atmosphere to 3D scenes. You aren’t just placing lights; you are a digital cinematographer. You will work at the intersection of various departments, ensuring that the work of Modelers, Texture Artists, and Lookdev Artists is showcased under the best possible light.

1. Artistic Vision & Scene Development

• Atmospheric Storytelling: Develop lighting setups that enhance the project’s narrative, focusing on mood, depth, and character focus through the expert use of color theory and shadow.

• Interpretation: Translate concept art, color keys, and director references into high-quality 3D lighting environments.

• Visual Readability: Ensure that every shot is optimized for composition, ensuring character silhouettes and focal points are clear and compelling.

2. Technical Optimization & Rendering

• Pipeline Efficiency: Optimize complex lighting setups to ensure efficient render times without compromising the visual fidelity required for feature or episodic content.

• Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve technical rendering issues such as noise, artifacts, sampling errors, and exposure inconsistencies.

• Handoff Management: Prepare and organize lighting scenes and render passes for a seamless transition to the Compositing team, adhering to strict naming conventions and file structures.

3. Collaborative Integration

• Cross-Departmental Synergy: Work closely with the Look Development and Texture teams to ensure shaders react accurately to lighting setups.

• Feedback Implementation: Actively participate in reviews and apply feedback from Supervisors and Directors with agility, ensuring all deadlines are met with a positive, solution-oriented attitude.

Required Qualifications & Technical Skills

We are looking for an artist who balances a keen aesthetic eye with a robust technical foundation.

• Experience: Proven professional experience as a Lighting Artist in 3D animation, VFX, or a related field (e.g., game cinematics).

• Software Proficiency: * Mastery of Autodesk Maya, Blender, or Unreal Engine.

  • Familiarity with industry-standard render engines (e.g., Arnold, V-Ray, or Redshift).

• Cinematic Foundations: A strong understanding of classical lighting principles, color theory, composition, and the fundamentals of cinematography.

• Technical Breadth: A basic understanding of shading, texturing, and look development to better facilitate the lighting process.

• Attention to Detail: An uncompromising eye for visual aesthetics and the ability to maintain consistency across long sequences.

Behaviors & Competencies

• Collaborative Mindset: The ability to work within a diverse team environment and share technical knowledge to improve the overall pipeline.

• Time Management: Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively under production pressure.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, particularly when explaining technical lighting choices to non-technical stakeholders.

Perks, Benefits & Culture

Brown Bag Films Bali is committed to the holistic success of our artists. We offer:

• Professional Development: Dedicated paths for career growth and ongoing training to keep your skills at the cutting edge.

• Health & Security: Comprehensive Medical and Health Insurance, Life Insurance, and Retirement Benefit Plans.

• Family Support: Progressive Maternity and Paternity leave policies.

• Studio Culture: A “Comfortable Working Environment” featuring fun team activities, social events, and the prestige of working on award-winning international IP.

Application & Selection Process

We want to see the world through your lens.

1. Portfolio Submission: Provide a reel that demonstrates a range of lighting styles—from stylized animation to realistic environments. Include “Before & After” or “Lighting Pass” breakdowns.

2. Technical Interview: A deep dive into your lighting workflow, software knowledge, and rendering optimization strategies.

3. Final Review: A meeting with our Creative Directors to discuss your artistic influences and how you fit into the Brown Bag Bali family.