CG Supervisor – London

Milk VFX; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Creative collaboration environment

Equal opportunities employer

Exposure to high-profile projects

Job summary

A leading visual effects studio is seeking a CG Supervisor to uphold high technical standards and collaborate with VFX Supervisors across departments. This role involves managing workflows, ensuring the quality of CG work, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate has significant experience in VFX, expertise with software like Houdini and Maya, and strong leadership skills. The position allows for a collaborative environment in delivering ambitious visual content, supporting diverse applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable expertise in industry-standard software for VFX.
• Deep expertise in VFX production workflows and asset management.
• Proven experience in managing teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction of CG work and ensure high-quality output.
• Develop and oversee production schedules and workflows.
• Conduct final quality control reviews on all deliverables.

Skills

Expertise in Houdini

Proficiency in Maya

Knowledge of Nuke

Experience with Arnold

3D modeling skills

Understanding of VFX production pipelines

Problem-solving ability

Job description

The CG Supervisor reports to the VFX Supervisor and works closely with the Production Team. The role is responsible for upholding the group’s stringent technical standards across all assets and delivered shots, ensuring they align with the client’s creative vision.

This role involves directing project work across departments and managing the technical artists’ needs across multiple sites. Key duties include developing and organising workflows based on the standard pipeline, establishing defined objectives, and closely monitoring the process, progress, and results. The CG Supervisor also conducts final quality control reviews on all deliverables before they proceed to the VFX Supervisor and client.

Additionally, the CG Supervisor collaborates with the Heads of VFX to draft precise briefs detailing pipeline requirements and technical development.

This role is available at either our London or Barcelona Studio.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Technical Direction

• Collaborate with VFX Supervisors and production leadership to define and implement technical and creative solutions.
• Drive the visual and technical integrity of CG work, ensuring it meets the company’s high-quality standards.
• Supervise and guide the team in creating assets, shots, and sequences that align with the project’s creative vision.

Production Management

• Develop and oversee production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of assets and sequences.
• Communicate effectively with production teams to manage resources, identify potential risks, and troubleshoot bottlenecks.
• Ensure consistent and efficient workflows by monitoring shot continuity, grain continuity, and quality control standards.
• Work with department leads and pipeline developers to refine workflows and ensure seamless integration across departments.
• Provide strategic input on pipeline development, contributing to ongoing improvements in tools, processes, and methodologies.
• Mentor team members, fostering their technical and artistic growth through regular feedback and guidance.
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive recommendations for career development.
• Lead by example, inspiring a collaborative and solution-oriented team culture.

Quality Control & Problem Solving

• Spot‑check individual artists’ work, providing detailed feedback to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot technical and creative challenges, escalating issues as necessary to keep projects on track.
• Serve as a key technical expert, offering insights to both individual projects and broader facility needs.

Requirements

Technical Skills

• Demonstrable expertise in industry-standard software, including but not limited to Houdini, Maya, Nuke, and Arnold.
• Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience across the majority of 3D disciplines, such as modeling, rigging, texturing, look‑development, layout, environments, creature‑effects (FX), lighting, and general FX.
• Deep expertise in VFX production pipelines and workflows, encompassing asset management, efficient rendering resource utilisation, camera and set data work processes.
• Ability to problem‑solve complex technical challenges and implement robust solutions.

Experience & Expertise

• Proven experience in a CG Supervisor or similar role within the VFX industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams, lead projects, and deliver high‑quality CG work on time and on budget.
• Extensive knowledge of visual effects techniques, including modelling, texturing, animation, lighting, and FX.

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams.
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, solutions‑oriented approach to problem‑solving.

About Milk

Milk, a part of Phantom Media Group, is an Oscar, BAFTA, and Emmy Award‑winning visual effects studio founded by creatives and powered by innovation.

Since 2013, we have built a global reputation for delivering visually ambitious work across film and episodic projects, blending creative vision with technical excellence.

From expansive environments to photoreal characters and creatures, we bring bold stories to life. Our credits include Good Omens, Fantastic Beasts, The Martian, and The Witcher, with recognition that includes multiple BAFTA Television Craft Awards, an Emmy for Sherlock, and the 2016 Academy Award for Ex Machina, awarded to co‑founder Sara Bennett, the first woman in 20 years to win in the VFX category.

With a global team, an agile pipeline, and a spirit of creative collaboration, we work closely with filmmakers to realise their vision. In our world, imagination has no limits.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We believe diverse perspectives make our work stronger, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and identities.