Compositor - Mid / Senior Level

Framestore Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Framestore Limited in London seeks a Compositor to blend 2D, 3D and live-action elements for high-end film visual effects. You will work closely with Compositing Leads and Supervisors to deliver shots that meet creative and technical standards.

The role emphasizes meeting schedules, maintaining clear communication with Production, and balancing creative and technical aspects of each shot using Nuke.

Qualifications

• Excellent working knowledge of and production experience with Nuke.
• Work with multiple render-passes.
• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• A pro‑active and collaborative work ethic.
• A strong eye for detail, composition, colour and lighting.
• The ability to multitask, prioritise and problem‑solve.
• An understanding of colour space principles.

Responsibilities

• Integrate 2D, 3D and live-action elements to achieve high-end VFX.
• Collaborate with Compositing Leads, Supervisors to determine best shot outcomes.
• Keep the project on track by meeting schedules and deadlines.
• Maintain open communication with Production.
• Balance creative and technical elements using Nuke.

Skills

Nuke

Render passes

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Colour & lighting

Problem solving

Job description

Please note: we can only consider UK-based candidates at this time. Please do not apply if you are not located in the UK. Start dates would be August 2026.

The multi-Oscar-winning creative Film & Episodic Studio, at Framestore has worked with some of the greatest storytellers in film today. Collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema.

Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible.

The Role

As a Compositor at Framestore London, you're not just blending images; you're part of a creative conversation. Work closely with Compositing Leads, Compositing Supervisors, as well as, VFX Supervisors to figure out the best way to bring assigned shots to life. Your responsibilities include integrating 2D, 3D, and live-action elements to achieve high-end film visual effects standards.

Additionally, you’ll be responsible for:

• Keeping the project on track by meeting schedules and project deadlines.
• Maintaining open lines of communication with Production.
• Balance the creative and technical elements of each shot, using your expertise in Nuke.

Job Requirements

• Excellent working knowledge of and production experience with Nuke.
• Work with multiple render-passes.
• Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• A pro‑active and collaborative work ethic.
• A strong eye for detail, composition, colour and lighting.
• The ability to multitask, prioritise and problem‑solve.
• An understanding of colour space principles.

Desirable Experience

• Knowledge of practical lighting for photography.
• Knowledge of the overall VFX pipeline.
• Experience in dealing and communicating with clients.
• Programming and coding experience and knowledge.

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.