Compositor (All Levels) - ILM London

Disneyland Hong Kong; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company is seeking a Compositor to blend live-action and CGI in visual effects. The role involves collaborating with supervisors, performing tasks like 2D tracking and colour grading, and ensuring visual quality. Ideal candidates possess strong knowledge of Nuke and aesthetic skills. This is a fixed-term hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 1 day on-site per week, offering a creative environment within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage tight deadlines effectively.
• Proficient in using Nuke for compositing tasks.
• Demonstrated strong aesthetic judgement in visual effects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with supervisors for creative direction.
• Execute compositing tasks including 2D tracking and colour grading.
• Ensure aesthetic integrity and quality of final images.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Strong knowledge of Nuke

Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism

Strong sense of composition, colour and design

Familiarity with using Unix systems

Job description

We are looking for Compositors who embody the creative talent and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.

This is a fixed-term contract for up to six months. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

Position Summary

The Compositor combines live-action and computer-generated elements into visual effects shots that realise the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The Compositor is ultimately responsible for the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client.

What You’ll Do:

• Work with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach for assigned shots;
• Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, layering of elements, and colour grading on moderately difficult to difficult shots;
• Maintain the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work;
• Work collaboratively with Artists from other disciplines.

What We’re Looking For:

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong knowledge of Nuke
• Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo‑realism and colour
• Strong sense of composition, colour and design
• Familiarity with using Unix systems

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 1 day on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.