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Lighting Designer Jobs in Quebec (NOW HIRING)

GenAI Designer

Montreal, QC · On-site +1

CA$93K - CA$104K/yr

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The Designer transforms trend insights and inspiration into distinctive pieces that reflect the identity of our exclusive collections while meeting the needs of our clientele. Responsibilities

Notre client de la région de Rivière-du-Loup est à la recherche d'un(e) designer d'intérieur d'expérience pour se joindre à son équipe dynamique. Les sources de bonheur * Un horaire de 30 à ...

Notre client de la région de Rivière-du-Loup est à la recherche d'un(e) designer d'intérieur d'expérience pour se joindre à son équipe dynamique. Les sources de bonheur Un horaire de 30 à 35 ...

Devenez Designer Graphique chez Reactif - Une Opportunité Créative et Inspirante ! Vous êtes passionné(e) par le design et souhaitez mettre votre créativité au service de projets innovants

Nous sommes à la recherche d'un/une designer intérieur: Le candidat/candidate est responsable de: - accueillir les clients chaleureusement et offrir un bon service à la clientèle; - évaluer les ...

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Nous sommes à la recherche d'un/une designer intérieur: Le candidat/candidate est responsable de: - accueillir les clients chaleureusement et offrir un bon service à la clientèle; - évaluer les ...

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Designer Position Summary The Designer is responsible for selecting and specifying construction projects from initial design through to order entry and the construction process. This is accomplished ...

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With close to 400 stores nationwide and collections designed right here at home, in Canada, we offer an exceptional customer experience. What drives us? A clear vision, unwavering commitment to our ...

Graphic Designer and Illustrator at Immiland Law Are you a creative and talented graphic designer looking for hands-on experience in a professional environment? Immiland Law, a renowned Immigration ...

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Lighting Designer information

What does a Lighting Designer do?

A Lighting Designer is responsible for creating the lighting scheme for theatrical productions, concerts, events, film, or architectural spaces. They work closely with directors, set designers, and other team members to establish the mood, focus, and atmosphere through lighting. Their role includes choosing lighting equipment, creating lighting plots, programming lighting consoles, and overseeing the setup and operation during performances. Lighting Designers use both creative and technical skills to enhance the visual impact of a production or environment.

What Is a Lighting Designer?

A lighting designer (LD) designs the lighting setup for a stage production. It’s your job to create a “light plot” that dictates when and where specific lighting is needed on stage. Your typical job duties involve determining areas the light is needed, creating light cues for lighting changes, and collaborating with lighting technicians and electricians. Other common responsibilities are to edit the plan during rehearsals. Some lighting designers also manage the lighting budget. The job doesn’t usually entail actually running the lighting during performances.

What are some common challenges Lighting Designers face when working on live events or productions?

Lighting Designers often work under tight deadlines and must adapt quickly to last-minute changes in production or creative direction. Coordinating with directors, set designers, and technical crews requires clear communication to ensure the lighting plan enhances the overall vision without causing technical issues. Balancing creative goals with practical constraints like budget, venue limitations, and safety regulations is a frequent challenge. Additionally, troubleshooting equipment or programming issues during rehearsals or live performances demands strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure.

What is the difference between Lighting Designer vs Lighting Technician?

AspectLighting DesignerLighting Technician
CredentialsOften requires a degree in lighting design, theater, or related field; certifications like CLD (Certified Lighting Designer) are commonTypically has technical training or certification in lighting technology or electrical work; may have hands-on experience
Work EnvironmentDesigns lighting plans for theaters, events, film, and architectural projectsSets up, operates, and maintains lighting equipment on set or stage
Employer & IndustryEmployed by theaters, production companies, architectural firms, or freelanceWorks for production companies, theaters, or as freelancers in live events and film

While both roles work with lighting, the Lighting Designer focuses on creating the overall lighting concept and plans, whereas the Lighting Technician handles the technical setup and operation of lighting equipment based on those designs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lighting Designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lighting Designer, you need a strong understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and spatial design, often supported by a relevant degree or training in theatrical or architectural lighting. Familiarity with lighting design software (such as AutoCAD, Vectorworks, or WYSIWYG), lighting control systems, and industry-standard fixtures is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective collaboration with directors and other design professionals are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure visually compelling, safe, and technically feasible lighting solutions that meet both artistic and practical project requirements.
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Lead Eclairage / Lighting Lead - TV Featurette

Lead Eclairage / Lighting Lead - TV Featurette

Bardel Entertainment

Montreal, QC

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Re-posted 25 days ago


Job description

NOTRE HISTOIRE

Depuis plus de 35 ans, Bardel Entertainment ne cesse de grandir et d'evoluer, tout en restant fidele a ses racines creatives et a l'art de l'animation. Notre quete d'idees nouvelles, de techniques innovantes et de technologies de pointe est guidee par la conviction qu'ensemble, grace a la creativite et a la collaboration, tout est possible ! Si vous souhaitez faire partie d'un environnement qui vous encourage a experimenter, apprendre et contribuer a des projets passionnants, rejoignez-nous.

OUR STORY 

For more than 35 years, Bardel Entertainment has been growing and evolving, yet at our core, we remain grounded in the creative roots of the craft of animation.  Our pursuit of fresh ideas, techniques, and technologies is driven by the belief that together, through creativity and collaboration, we can accomplish anything!  If you want to be part of an environment that empowers you to experiment, learn, and contribute to exciting projects, come and join us.

Le Lead du Lighting est responsable de diriger les equipes de lighting et de compositing afin de delivrer le look souhaite et la qualite visuelle d'un long metrage d'animation. Ce role assure la continuite de la vision artistique tout au long de la production, tout en gerant les defis techniques et de production. 

Responsabilites:
  • Superviser l'equipe de lighting afin d'atteindre le style visuel souhaite pour le long metrage d'animation, en respectant la direction artistique du projet.
  • Assurer et maintenir la qualite, la coherence et la continuite de l'eclairage a travers tous les plans du film.
  • Collaborer etroitement avec le Superviseur CG pour evaluer la faisabilite technique des designs d'eclairage, en proposant des solutions adaptees aux contraintes de production, tout en respectant la vision du realisateur.
  • Participer a la repartition des taches en concertation avec le Realisateur et le Superviseur CG, en tenant compte des competences et des forces de chaque artiste afin d'optimiser le flux de travail.
  • Revoir regulierement le travail des artistes lighting, fournir des retours constructifs, et valider les plans avant soumission au Realisateur.
  • Guider et encadrer l'equipe lighting pour atteindre le look souhaite, en equilibrant les exigences artistiques avec les contraintes de production (temps, budget, ressources).
  • Collaborer avec les departements connexes (compositing, FX, surfacing, layout, etc.) pour assurer une integration harmonieuse de l'eclairage dans les plans finaux.
  • Identifier et resoudre les defis techniques et creatifs lies a l'eclairage, en garantissant des resultats de haute qualite au service de la narration et de l'emotion.
  • Garantir la continuite visuelle des sequences, en veillant a la coherence du style d'eclairage sur l'ensemble du film.
  • Travailler avec la gestion de production pour s'assurer du respect des delais et du budget, et proposer des ajustements si necessaire pour maintenir les objectifs de production.
  • Developper et superviser le pipeline de lighting : methodologies, outils, planning, ressources et assignations.
  • Maintenir une documentation claire et a jour pour l'equipe lighting et les autres departements concernes.
  • Assurer une communication fluide au sein de l'equipe et avec les autres departements impliques dans la production.
  • Participer activement a l'amelioration continue des procedures, outils et workflows pour optimiser l'efficacite et la qualite du departement lighting.
  • Fournir des retours reguliers sur les performances des artistes lighting et les accompagner dans leur developpement.
  • Participer au processus de recrutement des artistes lighting, en collaboration avec les ressources humaines et la production.

The Lighting Lead is responsible for leading the lighting and compositing teams to deliver the desired look and visual quality of an animated feature film. The role ensures the continuity of artistic vision throughout the production, while also managing technical and production challenges. 

What you'll be doing:   

  • Lead the lighting and compositing teams to deliver the expected and desired visual style of the feature film. 
  • Ensure and maintain the quality and consistency of lighting and compositing across all shots in the film. 
  • Collaborate with the CG Supervisor to assess the technical feasibility of designs, suggesting production-friendly solutions to uphold the director's vision while considering the technical constraints of the project. 
  • Consult with the Director and CG Supervisor to assign tasks to artists based on their individual skills, strengths, and experience, ensuring optimal workflow and creativity. 
  • Review the work of artists regularly, providing feedback and approving shots for submission to the Director. 
  • Direct and guide the lighting and compositing teams to achieve the desired look, balancing artistic requirements with productivity and budget constraints, in close collaboration with production management. 
  • Oversee the compositing process, ensuring that all visual elements (lighting, effects, and CG assets) are seamlessly integrated and meet the artistic and technical standards of the film. 
  • Solve complex technical and creative challenges in lighting and compositing, ensuring high-quality outputs that enhance storytelling and emotion. 
  • Manage shot continuity and maintain consistency in look across sequences, ensuring that the film's visual language is preserved. 
  • Work with production management to ensure the team stays on schedule and within budget, making adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines. 
  • Develop and oversee the Lighting & compositing workflow, resource requirements, methodologies, tools, schedules, and work assignments. 
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation for the team and other supervisors. 
  • Keep the team informed of project-related updates and developments. 
  • Enhance procedures and tools for production optimization. 
  • Serve as the primary liaison for interdepartmental communication. 
  • Provide constructive feedback to each artist regarding their performance. 
  • Actively engage in the process of selecting new artists. 

Requirements

Qualites recherchees : 

  • Au moins 5 ans d'experience dans le domaine de la production et connaissance approfondie des differentes plateformes logicielles. 
  • Au moins 3 ans d'experience dans un role de leadership, sur un projet entierement anime ou hybride. 
  • Experience de la production dans Katana, Blender, Renderman et de la composition dans Nuke.
  • Solide comprehension des techniques et principes traditionnels d'eclairage et de composition. 
  • Solide experience technique et capacite a apprehender rapidement de nouveaux programmes et systemes. 
  • Haut degre d'autodirection et forte ethique de travail. 
  • Connaissance d'UNIX et des scripts shell. 
  • Capacite a planifier et a executer des scenes d'eclairage 3D complexes, notamment en travaillant avec des calques et des passes, en effectuant des compositions complexes et en optimisant les scenes et les rendus. 
  • Solides competences en matiere de communication (ecrite, verbale et interpersonnelle). 
  • Solide comprehension artistique de l'eclairage et de la composition. Une liste des taches effectuees pour chaque prise de vue doit etre fournie. 

What you'll bring:  

  • 5+ years production experience with strong working knowledge of various software platforms.  
  • 3+ experience in a leadership role on a fully animated or hybrid features.  
  • Production experience in Katana, Blender, Renderman and compositing in Nuke is a requirement.  
  • Strong understanding of traditional lighting and compositing techniques and principles.  
  • Solid technical background with ability to grasp new programs and systems quickly.  
  • High degree of self-direction and strong work ethic.  
  • Knowledge of UNIX and shell scripts.  
  • Ability to plan and execute complex 3D lighting scenes including working with layers and passes, doing complex comps and optimizing scenes and renders.  
  • Strong communication skills (written, verbal and interpersonal).  
  • Demo reel should display a firm artistic understanding of Light and Composition. A shot breakdown listing jobs performed for each shot is required. 

Benefits

Echelle de salaires : $2,000 - 2,300 CAD par semaine

L'echelle de salaires indiquee reflete nos attentes actuelles pour ces postes a la date de publication de cette annonce. Votre offre de salaire finale prendra en compte plusieurs facteurs cles, y compris votre formation, vos qualifications, certifications, experience, competences, localisation geographique, ainsi que les besoins et exigences de l'entreprise.

Un environnement de travail flexible, une assurance sante et bien-etre etendue des le premier jour, et un programme de contrepartie pour les REER ne sont que quelques-uns des avantages offerts. Pour plus de details, consultez notre site web.

Si cela vous semble correspondre, qu'attendez-vous ? Envoyez-nous votre candidature !

Pay Range: $1,800- 2,000 CAD per week  

This salary range provided reflects our current expectations for these roles as of this posting's date. Your final salary offer will consider various key factors, including your education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographical location, as well as the needs and requirements of the business. 

Flexible work environment, Extended Health and Wellness from day 1, RRSP matching are just some of the benefits. For more details, check out our website.