286 Lighting jobs in the United Kingdom

Lighting Designer (Bespoke / Luxury)

£35,000 - £40,000 + Progression + Training + Private Healthcare Scheme + 24 Days + Bank Holidays + Christmas Shutdown + Company Events

London

Are you a lighting designer, who is proficient in AutoCAD, looking to join a leading lighting consultancy that boasts clients across Europe, North America and Asia, and offers an enhanced holiday package?

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Our Lighting Artists are responsible for lighting shots in Houdini using Arnold. The role focuses on delivering final renders that integrate seamlessly into comp, with attention to visual quality, render efficiency, and scene cleanliness.

Responsibilities:

• Shot Lighting: Light shots in Houdini using SOP-based workflows and Arnold.
• Look Matching: Match lighting style, mood, and continuity based on references or templates.
• Integration: Ensure renders hold up in comp by reviewing slap comps and render passes.
• Problem Solving: Address missing data, render issues, or workflow inconsistencies. Support the shot with problem-solving and strong integration across departments.
• Collaboration: Work closely with comp, layout, and FX to align lighting with shot needs. 
• Optimisation: Keep scenes efficient and caches manageable for farm submission. Deliver noise free renders that match the creative direction of the show and that are production-ready.
• Scene Organisation: Maintain clean lighting scenes with clear naming and version control. 
• Feedback: Respond to notes from leads and supervisors quickly and effectively. Be open to feedback and work iteratively to reach final quality.
• Communication: Keep the team updated on progress and flag blockers early.
• Proactivity: Prioritise tasks effectively, keep meetings and contributions concise, and respect others' time. Work independently on briefs while maintaining team alignment and standards.

What we are looking for:

• Proficient in Houdini (SOP-based lighting workflows) and Arnold rendering.
• Good understanding of light, shadow, colour, and photorealism.
• Solid grasp of AOVs, render settings, and scene management.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with USD/LOPs workflows in Houdini.
• Experience with render troubleshooting and lighting automation.
• Karma familiarity is a plus.
• Excellent communicator, sharing information clearly and actively listening 
• Strong time management, ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and escalate delays in a timely manner.
• Adaptable to change with the ability to stay focused and maintain a positive attitude.
• Driven to make things better with flexibility to change course when needed.
• Positive energy, focusing on results and having a positive impact on those around you.
• Self awareness and an ability to resolve and diffuse problems treating others with kindness and respect.
• Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work well with others.
• 3–4 years in VFX or a related field.

In return we offer:

• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• 2 paid volunteering days per calendar year
• Hybrid working
• Company pension and life insurance
• Medicash healthcare cover
• A calendar full of wrap parties and other social events

Hours and location

Our core hours are 9.30am to 6.30pm or 10am to 7pm Monday to Friday.

We have a great office in Old Street where you would be based. This is an hybrid role where you would be required to work in the studio a minimum 2 days a week.

To apply

You need to have a current and full work permit for the region that you’ll be working in. Please disclose if you need sponsorship support to be able to work for One of Us. 

Supermassive Games have produced some of the most recognisable and compelling storytelling titles in the world of AAA games. The BAFTA-winning Until Dawn , the cinematic masterclass of The Dark Pictures Anthology , the multi-award winning The Quarry , the action-packed rollercoaster horror VR titles Switchback VR and Rush of Blood to the world of Little Nightmares , and many more!

Time and time again, our incredibly talented and passionate team have delivered games that strike fear into all that dare to play. And we have no plans to stop there! Alongside growing the Dark Pictures universe in new and exciting ways, we have several unannounced, and suitably thrilling, projects!

And so, as we move into new genres and grow our studio, our hunt for talent continues!

Join the Supermassive Games team and create your own story.

We’re looking for a Lighting Artist to join us here at Supermassive Games…

In this role you’ll be:

Taking ownership of the lighting of environments and characters for one of our games, ensuring that it meets the art direction requirements of the game whilst adhering to any technical restrictions.

This role will be based in one of our three central Guildford offices - each a short distance from the main train station. We’re passionate about the collaborative environment here at Supermassive Games where we work to a hybrid model in many of our roles. We are truly a diverse and international business of more than 40 different nationalities from around the globe, providing sponsorship and relocation assistance to those that require it (speak to one of our recruiters for more info).

This role will be based in one of our three central Guildford offices - each a short distance from the main train station. We’re passionate about the collaborative environment here at Supermassive Games where we work to a hybrid model in many of our roles. We are truly a diverse and international business of more than 40 different nationalities from around the globe, providing sponsorship and relocation assistance to those that require it (speak to one of our recruiters for more info).

Requirements

The main responsibilities will be:

• Taking game scenes and lighting them to both a creative and technical brief.
• Help to drive narrative story telling through effective use of colour, light and mood. Using lighting to help convey emotional experiences.
• Working closely with the art team to improve workflows and processes.
• Collaborating with other disciplines such as 3D modelers and VFX artists, graphics programmers and level designers to create great AAA game experiences.

Experience and skills that would best suit this position:

• At least 3 years of experience as a lighting artist or equivalent senior artist role, working on at least one AAA title.
• In-depth understanding and practical experience of lighting in either real-time gaming engines or in high-end CGI productions
• A strong portfolio of work which demonstrates the ability to work with both realistic and stylised lighting/visual styles.
• An excellent understanding of composition and colour theory
• Experience using Unreal Engine would be an advantage, but not a necessity.
• Unreal Engine, or similar (UNITY, CryEngine, Frostbite, etc.)
• Maya
• Baked and real-time lighting techniques in modern game engines.
• Working knowledge of rendering engines such as Renderman, VRay, Mental Ray or Arnold would be useful.
• Compositing and colour grading experience is preferred.

Benefits

The Perks of being a Supermassive Superstar are:

• 25 Days Annual Leave (3 of which are used when we close the studio for our end of year break)
• Private Medical Insurance (BUPA)
• Life Assurance (6 x annual salary)
• Quarterly Profit related Bonus
• Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Income Protection
• Enhanced Family Leave (maternity and paternity pay)
• Generous staff referral scheme
• Discount Card for food and drink at our local pub

We are seeking a Patination & Finishing Technician to join our well-regarded manufacturing business, specialising in fireplaces, lighting and related products, based in Mitcham. The successful candidate will join our skilled team responsible for the finishing, patination, and wiring of our lighting collection, delivering work to the high standards our brand is known for.

You will be responsible for ensuring lighting orders are completed in accordance with the workshop's schedule and performance targets. This includes taking proper care of all tools and equipment in use, and contributing to a clean, well-organised, and safe working environment.

• Carrying out the chemical patination and finishing of metal components in our lighting range, including painting, gilding, hand-colouring, polishing, and assembling designs.
• Managing your workload efficiently in line with the lighting workshop's schedule to ensure deadlines are met, and updating your manager as each task is completed.
• Reporting any problems promptly to your manager, and where suitable, taking steps to mitigate or resolve issues to maintain client satisfaction.
• Ensuring all orders are completed accurately and to workshop targets.
• Labelling all finished items clearly with the correct order numbers.
• Working closely with the Head of the Lighting Workshop to maintain tidy, organised and safe storage for lighting components and materials.
• Following all electrification procedures precisely.
• Maintaining all tools and machinery, ensuring regular cleaning, care, and safe storage when not in use.
• Preparing, storing, and disposing of chemicals safely in accordance with safety regulations.

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ideally experienced with metal work, basic wiring, or using tools
• Lighting experience in preferred but not essential
• Patinating experience is preferred but not essential

• Salary circa 26k
• Bonus scheme (likely 5% throughout the year) 1 Paid in July, 1 paid in December
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible hours 08:00-16:00 Monday-Friday (37.5 hours)
• Overtime available at a rate of 1.5 times

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

We are seeking a Patination & Finishing Technician to join our well-regarded manufacturing business, specialising in fireplaces, lighting and related products, based in Mitcham. The successful candidate will join our skilled team responsible for the finishing, patination, and wiring of our lighting collection, delivering work to the high standards our brand is known for.

You will be responsible for ensuring lighting orders are completed in accordance with the workshop's schedule and performance targets. This includes taking proper care of all tools and equipment in use, and contributing to a clean, well-organised, and safe working environment.

• Carrying out the chemical patination and finishing of metal components in our lighting range, including painting, gilding, hand-colouring, polishing, and assembling designs.
• Managing your workload efficiently in line with the lighting workshop's schedule to ensure deadlines are met, and updating your manager as each task is completed.
• Reporting any problems promptly to your manager, and where suitable, taking steps to mitigate or resolve issues to maintain client satisfaction.
• Ensuring all orders are completed accurately and to workshop targets.
• Labelling all finished items clearly with the correct order numbers.
• Working closely with the Head of the Lighting Workshop to maintain tidy, organised and safe storage for lighting components and materials.
• Following all electrification procedures precisely.
• Maintaining all tools and machinery, ensuring regular cleaning, care, and safe storage when not in use.
• Preparing, storing, and disposing of chemicals safely in accordance with safety regulations.

• Previous experience in a similar role
• Ideally experienced with metal work, basic wiring, or using tools
• Lighting experience in preferred but not essential
• Patinating experience is preferred but not essential

• Salary circa 26k
• Bonus scheme (likely 5% throughout the year) 1 Paid in July, 1 paid in December
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible hours 08:00-16:00 Monday-Friday (37.5 hours)
• Overtime available at a rate of 1.5 times

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Our Construction client is recruiting for a Street Lighting Supervisor role in Hillingdon, London.

As an Electrical supervisor, you will assume responsibility for overseeing activities and resources to ensure site safety and compliance, all while upholding the highest standards of excellence, productivity, and performance.

Your pivotal role contributes significantly to upholding high-quality street lighting services in West London

Prioritising client and customer satisfaction, adherence to quality and safety standards, and profitability. Planning, programming, and leading a team of operatives, you will cultivate a positive work environment, fostering outstanding performance. You will have the ability and experience

REQUIRED CRITICAL SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS

• Previous experience in Street Lighting projects ideally term service contracts

• Results-oriented with a commitment to on-time, on-budget project delivery.
• Input into programming and scheduling skills, including annual programme development
• and associated budgeting.
• Commercial acumen and understanding of Profit and Loss (P&L).
• Adaptability to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of team supervision and high performance, capable of instructing and motivating teams.
• Experience working under NEC Contracts desirable
• Proficiency in supervision principles, including budgeting, cost control, and safety.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders.
• In-depth understanding of health and safety regulations, especially responsibilities under
• Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Self-motivated with effective motivational skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Hold a SSSTS Card
• CSCS card & CITB SMSTS.
• A valid driver's licence.
• Prioritise Safety, Delivery, commercial aspects, and Client and customer excellence.

If you feel you have the right skills and experience, please apply straight away!

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in-house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in-house contracts.

Join our Street Lighting team in Abingdon as a Highways Lighting Operative, and play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical solutions-supporting installations, repairs, planned maintenance, and new projects.

You will execute all works in a safe manner, with responsibility for your own personal safety and other personnel.

About you

• Safe Isolation / G39
• SWQR Qualification
• MEWP Operator
• ECS H&S Test
• First Aid (Appointed Person)
• Manual Handling
• Preferable registration to Highways Electrical Level 3 NVQ

If your past experience doesn't match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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