3D Lighting Internship - Spring 2026

So you want to be a Compositor?

Are you passionate about animation and visual effects? Do you want to gain hands-on experience in a creative and fast-paced environment? Qvisten Animation is excited to present the opportunity to join our talented Houdini Lighting team through our internship program spring 2026!

As a 3D Lighting Artist, you set up the lighting of fully cg animated shots and sequences, with the intention of achieving the visual mood and style set forth by the director. You are also responsible for following up the rendering of your own shots. The 3D Lighting Intern reports to the Light Supervisor.

• Creatively light and render all the elements in an animated scene, ensuring that the established style of the project is respected and shot continuity is maintained
• Produce well under pressure, work in short timeframes, manage time and schedules efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality

Expectations

• Currently pursuing a degree/diploma in VFX, Animation, Media Arts, or related field

• Eagerness to learn and take direction, as well as contribute creatively

• Strong interest and understanding of the classic principles of light and color.

• Familiarity with Houdini (experience with others like Maya is a plus)

• A keen eye for detail and aesthetics

• Ability to work well in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

Qvisten is the leading animation studio in Norway and Scandinavia, with a reputation for creating compelling characters and stories across all platforms. Established in 1994, the studio has grown from a small attic with a few people, to a company with over 80 employees from all over the world, picking up a shelf full of Amandas, a Thea award, and many more along our journey!

At Qvisten we award and value both creativity, new technology and innovation. We use many different techniques at our studio, and we are always open to trying out new things - 3D, 2D, Unreel, Stop-Motion, AR, VR and different combination techniques. We make content for all platforms. 

We look for people who have expertise, passion, enthusiasm and attention to detail. We value and support a positive work environment here at the office, with several arrangements and events throughout the year. At Qvisten, you will be working alongside a diverse group of talents from around the world, creating stories and characters that inspire and engage the younger generations for years to come. 

OUR VISION:

To create positive, formative experiences for children and families by sharing stories with heart and humour that will remain with them for life