Senior VFX Artist, Doc Feature (Equity Partnership)

BlockReel; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity partnership

Post-production suite access

Flexible hours

Job summary

BlockReel seeks a Senior VFX Artist for an upcoming independent documentary feature based in Toronto, ON. Post-production is expected to run 3–4 months with flexible hours; equity partnership opportunities are offered.

The role focuses on motion graphics, compositing, clean-up, and subtle visual enhancements, blending archival footage with new sequences while maintaining authenticity and high production value.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio in documentary or high-end factual content.
• Reel showcasing best work required.
• Ability to work independently within a small core team.

Responsibilities

• Create motion graphics and visual effects for documentary sequences.
• Perform compositing and clean-up to polish visuals.
• Integrate effects while maintaining authenticity and production value.
• Collaborate with a small team and adapt to flexible hours.

Skills

Motion graphics

Compositing

Clean-up

Visual effects

After Effects

Nuke

Tools

After Effects

Nuke

Job description

Senior VFX Artist, Doc Feature (Equity Partnership)

We are seeking a Senior VFX Artist for an upcoming independent documentary feature, based in Toronto, ON. This is a critical role for our project, with post-production commencing in mid November 2026. This isn't a typical talking-head doc; it's a visually driven exploration of forgotten historical events, blending archival footage with new, artfully crafted sequences. We need someone who can help us elevate the visual storytelling, bringing a subtle yet impactful layer of polish and creative enhancement to the final film. We are looking for an artist to join our core team, contributing their expertise and vision. Your key responsibilities will include motion graphics, compositing, clean-up, and subtle visual enhancements. We are looking for a creative problem-solver who can integrate visual effects into a documentary context, maintaining authenticity while adding production value. We need someone who can work independently and collaborate effectively within a small, dedicated team. You should have a strong portfolio demonstrating your experience with documentary or high-end factual content, or projects with a similar aesthetic. Proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., After Effects, Nuke) is essential. A reel showcasing your best work is a must. This is an equity partnership opportunity, reflecting our collaborative spirit and commitment to bringing this film to life. We anticipate about 3-4 months of focused post-production work, with flexible hours. While we have a post-production suite available, bringing your own workstation and software is a plus.

Budget Range

Equity partnership