Compositing Supervisor

Knack Studios; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading post-production facility in Chennai is seeking an experienced Compositing Supervisor. This role requires over 10 years in the VFX industry, where you will lead a team to deliver high-quality compositing. Essential skills include expert knowledge of Nuke and a strong portfolio showcasing leadership capability. You will mentor a team, troubleshoot challenges, and ensure adherence to project standards. This position is full-time, on-site, with opportunities to work on diverse and complex projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience in compositing within the VFX industry.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising compositing teams and managing large-scale projects.
• A strong portfolio showcasing photorealistic compositing and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all compositing activities from look development to final delivery.
• Collaborate with the VFX Supervisor and other leads to meet creative and technical goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of compositors, providing clear feedback.
• Review, critique, and approve shots to ensure visual storytelling standards.
• Troubleshoot complex creative and technical challenges using Nuke.
• Work with production to estimate shot bids and manage schedules.

Skills

Expert-level knowledge of Nuke

Familiarity with After Effects

Deep understanding of 3D passes and AOVs

Strong leadership skills

Proactive solution-oriented mindset

Familiarity with Python scripting

Experience using production tracking tools

Education

Diploma or Degree in VFX, Animation, or a related field

Job description

About Us

Knack Studios is a full-service post‑production facility focused on transforming creative visions into cinematic experiences. Led by filmmakers and powered by cutting‑edge technology available for the first time in South India, we have become a preferred destination for post‑production services. In just 7 years, we’ve successfully delivered over 850 projects across Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada industries. Our headquarters in Chennai spans over 20,000 sq. ft. across two secure facilities, with a new 6,000 sq. ft. space opening soon in Hyderabad. Our services include Sound, Color Grading, and Visual Effects, offering clients an end‑to‑end creative pipeline.

Position

Compositing Supervisor

Location: Chennai (On‑Site)

Experience: 10+ Years

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Compositing Supervisor to lead our compositing department. This role demands strong artistic and technical capabilities, exceptional leadership, and a solid understanding of visual storytelling and the VFX pipeline. The ideal candidate will drive the compositing team toward delivering photorealistic, high‑quality shots while collaborating closely with internal departments and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all compositing activities from look development to final delivery.
• Collaborate with the VFX Supervisor, CG Supervisor, and other leads to meet creative and technical goals.
• Lead and mentor a team of compositors, providing clear feedback and nurturing growth.
• Review, critique, and approve shots to ensure consistency, quality, and visual storytelling standards.
• Troubleshoot complex creative and technical challenges using Nuke and related tools.
• Ensure proper adherence to naming conventions, color pipelines, and project standards.
• Work with production to estimate shot bids and manage schedules and budgets.
• Attend client reviews, interpret feedback, and ensure timely delivery of notes.
• Contribute to the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of the compositing team.

Skills & Attributes

• Expert‑level knowledge of Nuke; familiarity with After Effects and Blackmagic Fusion is a plus.
• Deep understanding of 3D passes, AOVs, deep compositing, and stereo workflows.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to maintain compositing quality across a large team and multiple sequences.
• Proactive and solution‑oriented mindset with attention to detail in lighting, color, and integration.
• Familiarity with Python scripting in Nuke is a plus.
• Experience using production tracking tools like ShotGrid, Kitsu, etc.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in VFX, Animation, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience in compositing within the VFX industry.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising compositing teams and managing large‑scale projects.
• A strong portfolio showcasing photorealistic compositing and leadership capabilities.

Preferred Qualities

• Calm under pressure with a practical and solution‑driven approach.
• Strong artistic sensibility and understanding of cinematography and visual storytelling.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Proactive in identifying workflow improvements and driving technical innovation.
• Passionate about mentoring, continuous learning, and elevating team performance.