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Daemen College

CC Light Adjunct Instructor

Buffalo, NY · On-site

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in ... This course will instruct students in the advanced lighting techniques needed to light their CG ...

Daemen University

CC Light Adjunct Instructor

Amherst, NY · On-site

$3.0K/day

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in ... This course will instruct students in the advanced lighting techniques needed to light their CG ...

The Mill

Technical Artist

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$139K - $166K/yr

Work with the CG Lead and Creative Director to design and build interactive experiences using ... Lighting - Be well versed in the various lighting techniques in Unreal and instruct the artists in ...

The Mill

Technical Artist

Manhattan, NY

$139K - $166K/yr

Work with the CG Lead and Creative Director to design and build interactive experiences using ... Lighting - Be well versed in the various lighting techniques in Unreal and instruct the artists in ...

15 FINGERS LLC

VFX Artist / Video Editor

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$65K/yr

Deep practical understanding of lighting and composition principles -- for 3D/CG work as well as evaluating and enhancing live-action footage -- even without a camera-operation background. * Comfort ...

GW Student

$17.25 - $22/hr

... Arts Lighting Studio + Checkout are located at the Flagg Building - 500 17th ST NW. This studio ... is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided ...

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As of Aug 26, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level cg lighting artist in the United States is $24.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.55 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Cg Lighting Artist vs Entry Level 3D Modeler?

AspectEntry Level Cg Lighting ArtistEntry Level 3D Modeler
Required SkillsLighting techniques, shading, rendering softwareModeling, topology, texturing
Work EnvironmentVFX, animation, game development studiosGame studios, animation, VFX companies
Common CertificationsPortfolio, basic knowledge of lighting softwarePortfolio, proficiency in modeling tools

Both roles are entry-level positions in digital content creation, often found in similar industries like gaming and animation. The main difference lies in focus: Entry Level Cg Lighting Artists specialize in lighting and rendering, while Entry Level 3D Modelers focus on creating 3D assets. Candidates should choose based on their skills and interests in either lighting or modeling tasks.

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CC Light Adjunct Instructor

Buffalo, NY • On-site

Daemen University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.Purpose of RoleANIM 421 Advanced Lighting: This course will instruct students in the advanced lighting techniques needed to light their CG capstone films.QualificationsCandidate must have an excellent understanding of CG lighting techniques in Maya. Also knowledge of transferring and manipulating the rendered layers in NUKE. BFA in Animation a must.Qualifications Masters' degree required, ABD/Ph.D.preferred. Prior experience teaching undergraduate students required, with either teaching experience in an equivalent course or courses with similar content.
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