Lead Compositor

Scanline VFX Inc; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning leader in the visual effects industry is seeking a Lead Compositor to set the standard for high-quality composite shots in feature films and episodic shows. This role requires expertise in Nuke and a strong background in compositing workflows, with a focus on collaboration and leadership. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and creativity, working on exciting projects that push the boundaries of visual effects. If you are passionate about filmmaking and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in live-action feature film or episodic compositing.
• Advanced skills in Nuke and knowledge of compositing workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead compositing efforts to set high-quality standards for visual effects.
• Collaborate with production teams to achieve project goals.

Skills

Nuke

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Collaboration

Python

C++

Compositing Workflows

3D Computer Graphics

Education

5+ years in Compositing

Traditional Art or Photography Background

Tools

Shotgrid/Flow

Nuke Particle

Job description

As a Lead Compositor, you will lead by example, setting the standard for high-quality composite shots in feature film or episodic shows. Your expertise in Nuke and feature film production will ensure continuity and consistency across sequences.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Production and other Creative teams to achieve the goals of the project
• Establish sequence looks for key visual effects shots
• Solve high-level show technical and creative challenges
• Recognize knowledge gaps and actively collaborate with the team to find solutions
• Build and maintain templates to support other artists
• Collaborate with other compositors to share knowledge and techniques
• On-the-box compositing of complex shots (live action sourced and/or full CG)
• Ensure continuity and consistency across sequences and shots
• Utilize and share core knowledge of 2D image manipulation processes such as tracking, color correction, depth of field, retiming, warping, and photographic optical effects to achieve photorealistic composites

Qualifications

• 5+ years live-action feature film or episodic compositing experience
• Advanced Nuke skills and knowledge of compositing workflows
• Advanced understanding of 3D computer graphics, including modeling, lighting, and animation
• Excellent leadership, organizational and time management skills
• Experience using Shotgrid/Flow or other VFX Production tracking software
• Ability to engage in positive collaboration and communicate effectively
• Traditional art, photography, and film background (preferred)
• Python, Blinkscript, or C++ experience (preferred)
• Nuke particle experience (preferred)
• OCIO/ACES Color Config and management experience (preferred)
• 360 VR or Array Compositing experience (preferred)

About Us

Scanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Munich (will cease to operate by year's end), Seoul, and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry.

We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.

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Powered by Netflix

Netflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.

Come as you are

We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.

We will only consider applicants based in British Columbia, or those willing to relocate.