Lighting Intern, DreamWorks Animation, Summer 2026

Summer 2026 Feature Lighting Internship: 

• Applications close: March 16, 2026 at 11:59pm PT

• Program Dates: June 8 - August 14, 2026

• Time Commitment: Full-Time (40 hours per week required)

• Format: In Person

Responsibilities: “What would you say you do here?”

• Works closely with CG Supervisor and Lead Lighter to achieve the visual target for assigned shots or lighting tasks and address all lighting notes.

• Responsible for taking shots to completion.

• Works well with others and fosters a good working atmosphere. 

• Troubleshoots creative and technical issues as they arise.

• As needed, organizes and documents any lighting tools, scripts, or processes.

• Collaborates with other departments for timely integration of elements into assigned shots.

• Manages individual shot load based on the schedule to meet timelines.

• Attends dailies, lighting launches and any other team or department meetings as required.

• Responsible for informing CG Supervisor of any shot issues.

• Participates in the testing of new technologies as required.