Compositor

Job Description:

Please note that this job advert is for an expression of interest only and not an active job vacancy.

The Compositing plays a key role in driving the overall direction of the 2D department . The quality of the compositing work and an overview and development of the 2D pipeline across film, TV and digital projects. Working closely with the Visual Effects Supervisor

Responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for the quality of the work of the team as a whole
• Composite shots and sequences to a finished standard
• Work proactively and collaboratively with all other VFX and support departments
• Work closely with production to bid and schedule work
• Attend client reviews and lead daily reviews with the Compositing team
• On set VFX supervision for (but not limited to) 2D based projects
• Balance the creative and technical aspects of each shot/sequence
• Solve any difficult technical and artistic compositing challenges
• Colour pipeline management and 2D workflow as it integrates with DI, CG and DMP
• Take a leadership role in guiding the longer term goals of the 2D department, covering both building up a team of Compositors as well as 2D pipeline development,

Requirements:

Essential Skills:

• Deep understanding of film VFX processes and pipeline
• Several years of experience in Compositing predominantly in film or TV and commercials
• Expert user of Nuke plus other compositing software
• Critical eye for detail and a beautiful compositing showreel
• Able to work well under pressure
• Proven artist management and leadership skills
• Highly organised
• Solid negotiation skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with other departments
• Lighting photography core skills
• On-set VFX supervision experience