Compositing Artist (Starting in January 2027 / 4-week contract)

Reel FX; Montreal; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Reel FX Animation (Montreal) is seeking a Compositing Artist to render and composite layers to finalize images under the supervision of the CG Supervisor and Creative Director.

You will perform technical work supporting shot compositing, follow creative direction, and collaborate with surfacing, lighting, and look development to ensure photoreal results. A fine arts degree or equivalent and at least one year of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in fine arts or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Compositing Artist.
• Proficiency with high-end compositing software.
• Experience with linear workflows and color management (ACES/OCIO).
• Strong portfolio demonstrating photorealistic compositing.

Responsibilities

• Support shot compositing using a variety of tools.
• Implement creative direction for compositing as directed by the Supervisor.
• Flag potential timing or delivery issues to the Supervisor.
• Composite rendered layers, including look, color, rotoscoping, and effects.
• Integrate CG elements into live-action plates.
• Collaborate with surfacing and lighting to ensure proper material responses.

Skills

Compositing

Color correction

Rotoscoping

CG integration

Linear workflows

Education

Fine arts degree or equivalent

Tools

Nuke

Katana

Job description

Reel FX Animation (Montreal)

Job Summary

We're excited to be back in our Montreal studio Tuesday thru Thursday... come join us! Under general supervision of the CG Supervisor and the Creative Director the artist is responsible for rendering layers, and compositing those layers to create the final image.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical work in support of shot compositing using a variety of tools.
• Follow the creative direction of the production from a compositing standpoint as communicated by the Supervisor.
• Identify to the Supervisor problems that compositing could potentially present with respect to timelines and delivery schedules.
• Performing compositing operations with the rendered layers created, including overall look and feel, color correction, extractions, rotoscoping, and other compositing effects as needed.
• Integrate CG elements into live-action plates/elements .
• Work with surfacing, look development, and lighting artists to ensure materials respond convincingly under compositing integration.

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in fine arts or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Compositing Artist (or equivalent)
• Thorough knowledge of high-end compositing software, Katana, Nuke
• Strong demonstration of composition and color
• Thorough knowledge of node based compositing systems
• Demonstrable ability to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas
• A portfolio or reel demonstrating photorealistic compositing, including CG integration into live-action footage where relevant.
• Familiarity with linear workflows and color management, including ACES/OCIO.

This job description is not meant to be all inclusive. Employees may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Please note that Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada will be treated in priority. Only the selected candidates will be contacted. Please note that you may be asked to provide references.