Compositing Artist - Talent Pool for Future Opportunities (Freelancer)

FOLKS

About The Position

FOLKS is building a talent pool of professionals who may be considered for future Compositing Artist opportunities. There are currently no open positions for this role; the posting is intended to anticipate potential hiring needs. The freelance opportunities are open to candidates located anywhere in Latin America. Candidates based in Colombia who are interested in employment opportunities are directed to apply through the corresponding posting without “Freelancer” in its title. Working with Lighting, FX, DMP, Roto & Prep, Production, and Compositing teams across multiple locations, the Compositing Artist helps deliver final composited images for episodic television and feature productions while maintaining artistic and technical quality. The role includes advanced compositing and CG integration, look development, technical troubleshooting, workflow improvement, and providing guidance to other artists. FOLKS is part of the Pitch Black network and works across global studios. Pitch Black states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace and recruitment experience.

Requirements

Significant experience in a professional VFX production environment focused on compositing.
Expert knowledge of Nuke.
Strong experience with Mocha.
Strong Python scripting skills for tool development and workflow automation.
Solid understanding of CG integration, render passes, and compositing workflows.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced production environment.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience leading sequences or small teams.
Experience collaborating across sites or globally.
Experience contributing to pipeline, R&D, or workflow development initiatives.
Knowledge of Mantra render passes and AOV workflows.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality final composites for complex shots and sequences.
Execute advanced CG integration, keying, color correction, and image finishing.
Lead compositing work on hero shots and key sequences.
Establish the look of sequences through look development and key-shot work.
Manage complex plate seams and the integration of multiple elements.
Develop gizmos, templates, and workflow improvements for the team.
Troubleshoot technical and pipeline-related issues in collaboration with other departments.
Maintain continuity, integration quality, and technical standards across sequences.
Mentor artists and provide technical guidance to local and global teams.
Participate in dailies and communicate feedback, risks, and production constraints clearly.
Contribute to workflow optimization through scripting, documentation, and automation initiatives.