Compositor - Netflix Animation Studios

Netflix Animation Studios Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NAS benefits

Mental health support

Retirement programs

Paid leave and time off

Job summary

Netflix Animation Studios Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Compositor to bring directors’ and production designers’ visions to life for animated features. You will develop key looks, collaborate with the Lighting Department and Supervisors, and mentor junior teammates.

This hybrid Sydney role requires a strong look-development background, deep colour theory understanding, and expert use of Nuke. You’ll work across sequences, ensure continuity, and help push innovative pipelines in a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of compositing experience in animated or live-action VFX feature films or high-end series.
• Expertise in look development for shows, sequences, and specific shots and / or FX.
• Strong knowledge and production experience using Nuke.
• Strong understanding of CG elements, including AOVs, render layers, and other components.
• Deep understanding of colour theory and ability to apply it to create striking images.
• Competence in designing and troubleshooting complex tools and workflows.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, balancing quick turnarounds with long-term quality.
• Keen attention to detail and an aesthetic sensibility.
• Strong communication skills and ability to organize and prioritize work across multiple areas.
• Willingness to mentor.

Responsibilities

• Develop key looks in collaboration with the Lighting Department and Production Designer while maintaining continuity throughout sequences.
• Collaborate with the Compositing Supervisor to realize the vision of the shots.
• Work independently to create look setups scalable to several shots.
• Tackle tasks with excellent artistic skills and a keen eye for colour and deadlines.
• Design and develop innovative tools, pipelines, and techniques to enhance workflows.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and meet deadline pressures while solving technical challenges.
• Mentor junior and mid-level compositors and share knowledge.
• Communicate professionally and maintain confidentiality across the team.
• Stay committed to learning and improving knowledge in filmmaking and digital production processes.

Skills

Communication

Compositing

Look development

Colour theory

Tool/workflow design

Python scripting

Mentoring

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Multitask management

Tools

Nuke

Job description

Job Summary

A Compositor on our animated feature films brings the Director's and Production Designer's vision to life. They seamlessly combine render layers from lighting to craft visually stunning images that captivate audiences. By collaborating with diverse teams, they tackle the most complex compositing shots and play a pivotal role in shaping the look of specific effects, shots, and sequences.

What You’ll Do

• Develop key looks by in collaboration with the Lighting Department and Production Designer while maintaining continuity throughout sequences
• Work closely with the Compositing Supervisor to help realize the vision of the shots
• Work Independently to create look setups which can be scaled to several shots
• Proactively tackle tasks and meet productivity and quota targets with excellent artistic skills and a keen eye for colour
• Design and develop innovative tools, pipelines, and techniques to enhance compositing workflows
• Collaborate effectively within a team, taking direction well, and thriving under deadline pressures while solving technical challenges
• Mentor junior and mid-level compositors, fostering a knowledge-sharing culture and providing solutions to visual problems
• Communicate professionally and diplomatically, maintaining confidentiality and respecting all team members
• Stay committed to learning and improving knowledge in filmmaking, animation, and digital production processes

What You’ll Need

• Over 5 years of compositing experience in animated or live-action VFX feature films or high-end series
• Expertise in look development for shows, sequences, and specific shots and / or FX.
• Strong knowledge and production experience using Nuke
• Strong understanding of CG elements, including AOVs, render layers, and other components
• Deep understanding of colour theory and skill in applying it to create visually striking images
• Competence in designing and troubleshooting complex tools and workflows
• Excellent problem-solving skills, capable of balancing quick turnarounds with long-term quality
• Keen attention to detail and an aesthetic sensibility
• Strong communication skills and the ability to organize and prioritize work efficiently across multiple areas
• A willingness to mentor
• Understanding of creative and technical project requirements and ability to design procedures and techniques accordingly
• Strong knowledge of related areas such as Lighting, with the ability to take direction and implement briefs effectively
• Proficient in working with different colour spaces to ensure accurate colour representation across various platforms, viewing and working environments
• Knowledge of Python and scripting for workflow optimization is a plus

This role is based out of Sydney, Australia.

Hybrid Role (Minimum of 3 days a week in the office).

• NAS benefits can include medical/dental/vision plans, mental health support, retirement programs, and family-forming benefits, paid leave of absence programs, and paid time away programs to be used for vacation and sick paid time off.

Inclusion is a Netflix value and we strive to host a meaningful interview experience for all candidates.

If you want an accommodation/adjustment for a disability or any other reason during the hiring process, please send a request to your recruiting partner.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and celebrate diversity, recognizing that diversity builds stronger teams.

We approach diversity and inclusion seriously and thoughtfully.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.

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