Compositor (General Submission)
About The Position
The VFX Compositor role requires creativity and high technical abilities. They will take direction from the VFX and Compositing Supervisors and will also be expected to work autonomously in a fast paced environment to deliver an extremely high level of work. The Compositor is often given the most complex and demanding shots to complete. They are expected to be comp generalists who can handle a wide range of comp tasks from start to finish including but not limited to compositing live action and CG, blue/green screen keying, camera tracking, photoreal CG integration, set extensions with matte painting projections, complicated removals, beauty work, and paint/rotoscoping.
Requirements
- The ideal candidate will bring advanced ability in all aspects of compositing in Nuke, integrating 2D, 3D and live-action elements to a high-end visual effects standard, and be a team player with a great attitude.
- They must be an independent problem solver, have clean and efficient script organization, be dependable and flexible, and must be able to take feedback and direction well with ability to understand and apply notes.
- A strong creative eye, artistic and problem-solving skills
- Sound aesthetic with good understanding of color, light and photography
- Extreme attention for detail
- Thorough understanding of compositing techniques
- Excellent people and communication skills
- Participate in creative and technical discussions
- Experience using Shotgrid
- Ability to work under tight deadlines
- Advanced knowledge of CG rendering and compositing multi-channel EXRs
- Excellent understanding of 2D and 3D tracking
- Highly proficient in using IBK, Primatte or Keylight
- Excellent knowledge of Nuke's 3D system
- Strong understanding of colorspace pipelines
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of other VFX software such as Maya, Mocha, or 3D Equalizer is a plus
Responsibilities
- The VFX Compositor will take instruction and direction from Leads and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots in the most efficient and fastest way possible.
- They are responsible for balancing the creative and technical aspects of each shot, and meeting task schedules and show deadlines.
- Have an excellent understanding of the broader VFX pipeline including color space, workflow and industry-standard script layouts.
- Ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines.
- Taking responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors.
Benefits
- The benefits for eligible part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week and full-time employees in the US include a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits and paid time off.
- The benefits for eligible project hires and part-time employees working less than 25 hours per week in the US include retirement, select insurance benefits, and where required by law, health benefits.
- For roles filled in Canada and other territories, local benefits plan offerings as adopted and amended from time to time will apply.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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