2D Lead/ Compositing Supervisor - Advertising

Framestore; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Framestore is seeking a Compositing Supervisor in London to lead a team and ensure high-quality work across various projects. Applicants should have over 8 years of experience, be an expert in Nuke, and possess strong leadership abilities. This hybrid role involves collaboration and creative problem-solving in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in compositing across a broad range of content.
• Expert user of Nuke and other compositing software.
• Proven artist management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of compositors on specific projects.
• Hands on compositing shots to a finished standard.
• Balance the creative and technical aspects of each shot.

Skills

Team leadership

Hands-on compositing

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Tools

Nuke

Compositing Software

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Framestore brings together world-class producers, artists, and technologists to craft visually striking work across , , and productions. Our teams blend creative ingenuity with cutting-edge technology to deliver high-end visual effects, immersive storytelling, and premium content for global clients, brands, and broadcasters.

About the role

The Compositing Supervisor plays a key role in driving the compositing work on a project, overseeing the compositing team and the quality of the work. Working closely with the project’s Visual Effects Supervisor / Creative Director, CG Supervisor and Producer the Compositing Supervisor communicates, supervises and delegates the compositing needs of the project(s) to the compositing team.

This role would be a Compositing Supervisor in our Advertising, Episodic & ImmersiveLondon team with a focus on our projects.

The Compositing Supervisor leads by example and maintains a hands-on compositing role, but also takes on project specific duties including monitoring shot and overall project progress. The overall aim for the Compositing Supervisor is to build and lead a team that is motivated and enthusiastic, where there are opportunities for each compositor to learn, grow and produce great work.

Key to this role is an interest in working on a broad range and variety of projects, each with different challenges but all sharing the aim of producing the quality of work that Framestore is well known for.

This role would be working on a hybrid work model with some days in office and some days remote, ideal candidates will be based within a commutable distance to our London office.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor a team of compositors on a broad range of specific projects

Brief/mentor junior/mid/senior level talent and cast shots appropriately

Take responsibility for the quality of the work of the team as a whole

Hands on compositing shots and sequences to a finished standard

Work proactively and collaboratively with all other VFX and support departments

Work closely with the production team to bid and schedule work

Attend client reviews and lead daily reviews with the compositing team

On set VFX supervision for (but not limited to) 2D based projects

Balance the creative and technical aspects of each shot/sequence

Solve any difficult technical and artistic compositing challenges

Colour pipeline management and 2D workflow as it integrates with DI, CG and DMP

Critical eye for detail and a beautiful compositing showreel

Deep understanding of film VFX processes and pipeline

8+ years experience in compositing across a wide variety of content including film, advertising and episodic.

Expert user of Nuke plus other compositing software

Able to work well under pressure

Proven artist management and leadership skills

Experience recruiting and building up a 2D team

Highly organised

Proven ability to work collaboratively with other departments

Lighting photography core skills

On set VFX supervision experience is a plus

Accessibility Statement

Our London studio is fully accessible, with step-free entry, accessible toilets on all floors, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to supporting disabled colleagues and providing an inclusive workplace for everyone.

Application Process & Deadline

To apply, please complete the linked application form or email your resume and portfolio to with the subject line: [Compositing Supervisor - Advertising, London].

Application Deadline: Friday 4th July 2025

We review all applications manually and do not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let us know—we are happy to accommodate your needs.