Compositeur.trice - VFX -- Compositor - VFX

Cinesite-Montreal • Montreal, QC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Cinesite is an international visual effects and animation studio with over 30 years of experience in the film and television industry. We take pride in producing cutting-edge, award-winning works. We operate as a collective, where excellence, expertise, and creativity are valued by all. The compositor is part of the 2D department of the VFX division and reports to the Head of 2D. They are responsible for creating the final image of a frame, shot, or VFX sequence combining live action footage, matte paintings, CG elements to appear as one cohesive image and shot.

Requirements

• Previous experience of several years with Nuke is essential.
• Experience in a variety of compositing tasks such as keying, CG integration, set extensions.
• A good understanding of photographic principles and CG Compositing techniques is essential.
• Ability to demonstrate experience of working on high-end projects within a film post-production environment.
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to work well in a team and a sound knowledge of post-production for films.
• Strong knowledge of color space principles.
• The ability to work well within a team environment and take direction from Cinesite’s Producers and Supervisors as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in scripting (python) is an asset
• Working experience on stereoscopic projects, either stereoscopic compositing or conversion of monoscopic footage to stereo, is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Compositing Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots.
• Take briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and Compositing Supervisor to execute assigned shots.
• Integrate 2D, 3D, and live action elements to high-end visual effects film standard.
• Perform a variety of tasks: keying (blue screen, green screen), CG integration, set extensions, working on edges, look dev of shots, clean up, some simple rotoscopy or tracking if needed.
• Meet schedules and show deadlines.
• Communicate clearly with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines.
• Take responsibility for workload, time management, and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors.
• Balance the creative and technical aspects of assigned shoots.

Benefits

• Flexibility: We have fully embraced hybrid work, offering our employees the flexibility to work from home, at the studio, or alternate between the two (with exceptions).
• Employee support program
• Telemedicine platform (Dialogue)
• Inflow program (ADHD)
• Personal days
• A floating celebration day to honor what makes you unique
• Equipment and materials for both office and home
• Access to cultural and well-being activities (yoga, massage)
• Discounts with various partners

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed