Senior Compositor: Seamless 2D/3D Live Action CG

Framestore Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Framestore Limited in Melbourne, Australia is seeking an experienced Compositor to seamlessly integrate live action and CG elements in high-end VFX shots. You will work with the Compositing Supervisor and VFX team, take briefs, and deliver polished results within production schedules.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a film VFX pipeline, a strong grasp of contemporary compositing techniques, and fluency with node-based software such as Nuke.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years previous experience working in a film VFX pipeline.
• A strong understanding of contemporary compositing techniques.
• Demonstrated talent for the seamless integration of live action and CG source.
• A strong eye for detail, composition, colour and lighting.
• Work within a production pipeline and display strong creative approaches and problem solving.
• Fluent in Nuke and/or other node-based compositing software.

Responsibilities

• Working in collaboration with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots
• Integrating 2D, 3D and live action elements to high-end visual effects film standard
• Taking briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots
• Ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines
• Taking responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors
• Balancing the creative and technical aspects of each shot
• Working with a good knowledge of colour space principles

Skills

Nuke

Compositing

Color management

Workflow

Problem solving

Job description

Framestore Limited in Melbourne, Australia is seeking an experienced Compositor to seamlessly integrate live action and CG elements in high-end VFX shots. You will work with the Compositing Supervisor and VFX team, take briefs, and deliver polished results within production schedules.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a film VFX pipeline, a strong grasp of contemporary compositing techniques, and fluency with node-based software such as Nuke.