Compositor - Senior Level

Framestore Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully accessible studio

Job summary

Framestore London is seeking an experienced Compositor to blend 2D, 3D and live-action elements to bring assigned shots to life. You will work closely with Compositing Leads, Supervisors and VFX teams to maintain high-end visual effects.

Your role will balance creative and technical aspects using Nuke, while keeping schedules on track and communicating with Production to ensure smooth delivery of shots.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Nuke in production handoffs.
• Experience working with multi-pass workflows.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with teams.

Responsibilities

• Integrate 2D/3D and live-action elements to create high-end VFX.
• Meet project schedules and deadlines to keep shows on track.
• Communicate openly with Production and Supervisors throughout the shot pipeline.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Collaboration

Proactive

Detail-oriented

Tools

Nuke

Render passes

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 October 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.

Application Process

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.