Luma

Careers

We're a worldly bunch who believe the best way to create standout work is to have a whole lotta fun doing it. It all comes down to the people who make Luma what it’s all about—creating exceptional work with exceptional people.

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Melbourne

Australia

Vancouver

Canada

Los Angeles

United States

Current Positions:

Compositors, Mid to Senior Level

Melbourne

Luma Melbourne is hiring Mid to Senior Compositors to join our growing global team. Please note that candidates should be currently located within Australia for consideration. We offer a hybrid working model at our Melbourne studio.

You Can

Composite both digital and live action elements to create groundbreaking visual effects shots for feature films

Match colour, lighting and exposure of rendered CG or photographed elements with plate photography

Execute 2D and 3D Tracks, extract and integrate mattes, layer elements and grade colour

Grain and degrain when necessary along with paint fixes and rotoscoping

Understand stereo (3D) and anamorphic compositing in Nuke

Collaborate with fellow artists from other disciplines to meet challenging production deadlines

You Have

At least three years of experience in node based Compositing on feature films

A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer graphics or the equivalent combination of education and experience

An understanding of stereo (3D) and anamorphic compositing in Nuke

A proficiency in 3D multi-pass rendering techniques

A strong aesthetic eye for photo realism and color space concepts

Excellent communication and problem solving skills

A team oriented mentality with a 'get it done' attitude

An ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment

An ability to take direction and implement feedback with a positive attitude

Some Katana and Arnold experience (preferred but not required)

Come as you are. Luma is an equal opportunity employer.

Pluses

Lighting knowledge or experience is not a prerequisite, however there is an opportunity to learn Lighting, if desired.

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Expressions of Interest

Melbourne

Luma is an oscar-nominated creative studio that encompasses visual effects, original content, and venture capital with offices in Santa Monica, Melbourne and Vancouver. Our visual effects studio grants filmmakers access to award-winning artists, avant-garde technology, and custom tools to bring their extraordinary vision to life. We're a worldly bunch who believe the best way to create standout work is to have a whole lotta fun doing it. It all comes down to the people who make Luma Life what it’s all about—creating exceptional work with exceptional people. We're always looking for good people who might be a great addition to our culture, and who value the things we think are important. If that's you, we'd love to hear from you. If you don’t see the position you’re interested in listed on our website, please submit your expression of interest. We will reach out when opportunities come available. Thank you for your time and interest in Luma!

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Expressions of Interest

Vancouver

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FX Artist, Mid to Senior Level

Melbourne

Luma Pictures Melbourne is looking for Mid to Senior level FX Artists. Candidates must be located within Australia for consideration. We offer a Hybrid work model and welcome fully remote if you reside in Australia

You Can

Work autonomously to create realistic, directable simulations of any real world phenomena based on reference and brief

Autonomously develop directable, subjective (“magical”) effects based on concept art or brief

Improvise and work efficiently within the confines of available resources, show structure, and schedule as defined by Production Management

Take on a leadership role within the department by setting the bar for quality, providing guidance, and being a role model

Create well-organized tools, scripts, and set-ups to facilitate efficient or automated workflows that can be used by other members of the crew

Multitask and work productively in a high-pressure environment

Troubleshoot and solve problems proactively and resourcefully

Take direction well and implement feedback with a positive attitude

Interpret and transform abstract ideas into compelling effects

Use VEX and/or Python with high level proficiency to script custom tools and workflows

Collaborate effectively with fellow artists from other disciplines to meet challenging production deadlines

You Have

An ambitious desire for self growth, ownership, and collaboration

Expert level proficiency with Houdini

Intermediate level proficiency with Nuke

Advanced understanding of the mathematical and physical concepts related to Computer Graphics

Excellent communication skills

A strong aesthetic eye for effects performance as it relates to storytelling

Excellent time management and organisational skills

A solid work ethic and and a positive mindset

A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ solutions orientated attitude

A minimum of five years of experience as an FX artist in a VFX Production environment

A Bachelor’s degree in computer science or engineering or the equivalent combination of education and experience

A diverse range of experience in live action FX work demonstrable in a professionally presented demo reel

Come as you are. Luma is a committed equal opportunity employer

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Lighting Artist, Mid to Senior Level

Melbourne

Luma Melbourne is hiring Mid to Senior-level Lighting artists to join the team! The Mid to Senior Lighting artist is responsible for the Lighting and Rendering of CG objects and environments for VFX feature films. Please note that candidates should be currently located within Australia for consideration. We offer a hybrid working model at our Melbourne studio.

You Can

Create CG Lighting for integration of CG elements into Live Action

Create CG Lighting for full CG shots

Create lighting rigs to be used by other artists

Create tools and scripts to facilitate workflow

Develop methodologies for reduction of render time and improving quality of results

You Have

At least 5 years lighting experience on feature films

An extensive knowledge of Maya and Katana

An understanding of multi pass 3D compositing

A team player mentality with a ‘get it done’ attitude

Excellent time management skills

Strong organizational skills

A solid work ethic and a positive attitude

Pluses:

Knowledge of Renderman/Air/Arnold

Come as you are. Luma is an equal opportunity employer.

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Pipeline TD (Mid Level)

Vancouver

Luma is seeking a skilled python developer to collaborate with our production department, providing technical support and developing tools to enhance workflows. This role requires working in the Pacific West Coast time zone.

You Can

Mid level Python Experience

Solid understanding of VFX workflows

Development experience in at least 2 of the following: Nuke, Katana, Houdini

Work closely with stakeholders and provide technical support to production

You Have

At least a minimum of 3+ years industry experience

Previous experience with automation tools a strong plus

Previous experience with FTrack would be beneficial but not critical

In-depth knowledge of PyQT or PySide

Good UI design sense

Experience using databases

Expert problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Solid communication skills

Exceptional time management skills

Pluses

Experience with the following:

Linux

C/C++

Web development

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VFX Producer

Melbourne

The VFX Producer works closely with the VFX Supervisors and production teams in managing all aspects of a project. This involves planning and scheduling of facility resources, managing the visual effects team, liaising with the client, and maintaining strong relationships with the client and crew. Reporting to the Senior VFX Producer in Melbourne, Luma is looking to hire an energetic, organised and experienced Producer to join our growing team. Please note that candidates should be located within Australia for consideration.

You Can

Plan and schedule facility resources with the VFX Supervisor and Digital Production Manager

Ensure the progression of work is to the client's satisfaction

Communicate with clients, editorial, artists and in-house management

Create scheduling targets and supervise the daily assignment to individual artists

Work closely with the bidding team to establish scope of work and change orders

Maintain adherence to set Production contract standards

Act decisively to quickly provide clarity and direction from a mass of project data

Set and own client communication standards, adding value to the relationship through collaboration, providing assurance on all aspects of the project as required

Take action towards profit generation, and the promotion of Luma as a vendor and employer

Lead by example. Manage and mentor the visual effects and Production team, cultivating an environment of professionalism and accountability.

You Have

A minimum of 3 years VFX Producer experience across live action feature films.

A thorough knowledge of MS Office; particularly Excel (an understanding of Project is also beneficial )

Proven strategic and project management experience across all areas of visual effects

A thorough understanding of all aspects of the VFX workflow

Been capable of motivating and leading a large team with enthusiasm and clarity

High level problem solving skills

The ability to adapt to change

Extremely detail oriented, calm and well organised

Clear and methodical planning and communication with artists, supervisors and clients

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to operate with a high degree of professionalism and control within a pressurized, time-sensitive working environment

Knowledge of Ftrack or Shotgun preferred

Come as you are. Luma is an equal opportunity employer.

We offer a Hybrid work model.

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