One of Us | Senior Lighting Artist, Bengaluru 2026

At One of Us, lighting is the final brushstroke that breathes life into every frame. We are seeking a Senior Lighting Artist for our Bengaluru studio who possesses the rare blend of a painter’s eye and a programmer’s precision. In this role, you won’t just be “lighting shots”—you will be defining the mood, atmosphere, and visual continuity of world-class cinematic projects.

As a Senior Lighting Artist, you are a technical anchor for the department. You will tackle the most challenging hero shots, establishing the visual benchmark for entire sequences. Your work ensures that CG elements sit perfectly within live-action plates, maintaining photorealism while pushing the creative boundaries of the story.

Job OVerview

• Company: One of Us
• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (On-site)
• Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
• Position: Senior Lighting Artist
• Salary Range: ₹30,00,000 – ₹46,00,000 per annum (Based on experience)
• Experience Level: 5–7 years in VFX or Feature Animation
• Primary Software: Houdini (Solaris / SOPs), Arnold, Nuke
• Pipeline Focus: Universal Scene Description (USD) / LOPs workflows & AOV management
• Work Model: On-site
• Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
• Key Benefits: Comprehensive Health Insurance, Relocation Support, Studio Socials

Core Responsibilities as Lighting Artist

1. Hero Shot Execution & Sequence Benchmarking

You will be responsible for the “look” of key shots. By establishing the lighting design for a lead shot in a sequence, you create the template that other artists will follow. Your goal is to achieve a noise-free, production-ready render that matches the creative direction of the VFX Supervisor while maintaining flawless continuity across the entire sequence.

2. Technical Troubleshooting & Scene Refinement

VFX production is rarely without hurdles. You will serve as the first line of defense for technical scene issues. Whether it is debugging render artifacts, fixing broken inputs, or resolving shader inconsistencies, your technical confidence in Houdini and Arnold allows the team to maintain momentum. You will ensure all lighting setups are clean, versioned, and easily usable by others.

3. Mentorship and Departmental Growth

Leadership at One of Us is collaborative. You will mentor mid-level and junior artists, helping them elevate their artistic output and technical efficiency. This involves performing internal reviews, providing constructive feedback, and sharing your knowledge of physical light behavior and shading to help others grow.

4. Optimization & Render Efficiency

High-end VFX requires massive computing power. You will identify opportunities for render savings by optimizing sampling, managing memory usage, and streamlining workflows. Your ability to deliver visually stunning results that are also “computationally lean” is vital for meeting tight production deadlines.

5. Pipeline Evolution (USD/LOPs)

The industry is moving toward a USD (Universal Scene Description) future. You will play an active role in our transition to and utilization of LOPs (Lighting Operators) within Houdini. If you have experience with Python or HScript, you will have the opportunity to contribute to internal lighting tools and automation templates that improve the department’s overall scalability.

Requirements & Technical Proficiency

Technical Mastery

• Houdini Expert: Deep knowledge of Houdini lighting workflows (SOPs and especially LOPs/Solaris).
• Rendering Engines: Expert proficiency in Arnold, with a strong interest or experience in Karma.
• Compositing Integration: A thorough understanding of how lighting interacts with the compositing stage. You should be expert in AOV planning and Deep Image compositing workflows in Nuke.
• Physics of Light: A sophisticated understanding of the physical properties of light, including color temperature, decay, and the interaction of light with various material surfaces (SSS, Translucency, etc.).
• Pipeline Logic: Comfortable working in a highly structured, version-controlled environment.

Professional Experience

• VFX Veteran: 5–7 years of experience working on high-end VFX for feature films or premium episodic content.
• On-Set Data: Ability to work with HDRIs, chrome/gray ball reference, and set photography to accurately recreate physical lighting conditions.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive mindset. You don’t just find problems; you bring solutions to the table.

Soft Skills & Studio Culture

One of Us is built on a foundation of mutual respect. We look for artists who are:

• Excellent Communicators: You share information clearly, flag blockers early, and actively listen to the needs of other departments like Compositing and FX.
• Time-Managed Professionals: You can prioritize high-impact tasks, meet deadlines, and keep meetings concise and productive.
• Adaptable & Positive: Production requirements can shift quickly. We value artists who remain focused and maintain a positive attitude during the iterative process.
• Driven: You have a natural desire to “make things better,” whether that is a single pixel in a shot or a global workflow for the studio.

Life at One of Us Bengaluru

Our Bengaluru studio is a thriving hub of creativity located in the heart of India’s Silicon Valley. We offer a space where technical innovation meets artistic freedom. You will work alongside some of the industry’s most talented supervisors and artists on projects that are seen by millions worldwide.

We believe in a sustainable work-life balance and provide a supportive environment where every artist is treated with kindness and respect.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV and a Lighting-specific Demo Reel. Your reel should demonstrate:

• Integration of CG elements into live-action plates.

• Clear understanding of mood, atmosphere, and cinematic storytelling.

• Breakdowns showing AOV usage and technical scene setup.