Senior Compositing Artist - Paw Patrol 3

Rodeo FX; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global CGI animation studio is seeking a Senior Compositing Artist who excels in Nuke and can manage complex shots. The ideal candidate will guide junior artists and contribute to a bilingual team atmosphere. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities are essential. This role includes collaboration with international partners and promotes creative strengths across a global platform.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of Nuke, including basic scripting.
• Strong artistic eye for detail and composition.
• Ability to motivate and share expertise with team.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of complex shots and sequences.
• Create visually compelling compositions.
• Guide and support junior and mid-level artists.

Skills

Expert knowledge of Nuke

Ability to handle multiple shots

Strong artistic eye for detail

Ability to propose creative solutions

Basic English skills

Tools

Nuke

ShotGrid

TCL

Python

Job description

Company Description

Mikros Animation is a global CGI animation creative studio. Providing filmmakers with top-tier animation and CGI services through a complete range of front and back-end creative services to bring unforgettable and stylized stories to life in every format, for every platform.

We provide end-to-end animation services, uniting industry-leading talent across our global network of creative studios located in Montreal and Paris.

We help filmmakers define and develop their vision from script to screen, making every project truly unique.

Job Description

The Senior Compositing Artist is a 2D/3D compositing expert, capable of handling complex shots while bringing strong artistic and technical value. They often serve as mentors within the team and are a key point of reference for other artists.

Production:

• Take ownership of complex shots or sequences

• Create visually compelling compositions while meeting technical requirements

• Anticipate and resolve technical and creative challenges independently

• Contribute to the improvement of departmental tools, templates, and workflows

• Actively participate in internal reviews and provide constructive input

Team Support & Collaboration:

• Guide and support junior and mid-level artists

• Communicate effectively with Leads, Supervisors, and other departments

• Help ensure visual consistency across shots

• Assist in onboarding new artists into the pipeline and studio culture

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Expert knowledge of Nuke, including basic scripting, AOV management, and 2D/3D integration

• Ability to handle multiple shots simultaneously under tight deadlines

• Motivation to learn, grow, and share expertise

• Strong artistic eye for detail, composition, and seamless integration

• Ability to propose creative solutions that meet production needs

• Solid experience in a structured production environment

• Ability to solve technical problems independently

• Basic English skills (spoken and written)

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Familiarity with scripting (TCL, Python)

• Experience with ShotGrid or similar tools

• Sensitivity to photography, composition, and color theory

• Comfortable working in a Linux/Unix environment

Additional Information

The person in this role will work closely with our Paris studio in a bilingual environment, as well as with international partners, talent, and clients. They will regularly interact with non-French-speaking stakeholders across various productions and strategic communications, in order to present and promote the creative and technical strengths of Mikros Animation on a global scale.

MIKROS ANIMATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Mikros Animation complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.