Senior VFX Compositor

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Remote position

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior VFX Compositor to join a leading visual effects studio in Queenstown. You will integrate live-action, CGI, and matte paintings to deliver photoreal final shots, collaborating closely with VFX supervisors and artists.

The role emphasizes color accuracy, lighting, and perspective, with a strong demo reel as evidence of skill. You will work on complex sequences, with opportunities to grow technical mastery in Nuke, scripting, and cross-disciplinary teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional VFX compositing experience.
• Expert proficiency in Nuke is required.
• Strong understanding of color, lighting, perspective, and camera projection.
• Experience with rotoscoping, keying, matte generation, and 2D/3D integration.
• Compelling demo reel showcasing your compositing skills is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality compositing of visual elements to create seamless and photorealistic final shots.
• Integrate CGI renders, live-action plates, matte paintings, and other assets using Nuke or similar software.
• Color correct and match elements to ensure visual consistency and photorealism.
• Implement camera tracking, rotoscoping, matte generation, and keying techniques as required.
• Collaborate with VFX supervisors, CG artists, and other compositors to achieve project goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to compositing workflows and rendering.
• Maintain efficient workflow and meet deadlines for assigned shots.
• Provide constructive feedback to junior compositors and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in compositing software and techniques.

Skills

VFX compositing

Nuke

Rotoscoping

Keying

Color theory

3D integration

Tools

Python scripting

TCL scripting

Job description

About the Role Our client, an award-winning visual effects studio renowned for its innovative contributions to film and television, is seeking a highly skilled Senior VFX Compositor to join their creative team in Queenstown . This role is instrumental in seamlessly integrating various visual elements, such as live-action footage, CGI, and matte paintings, to create photorealistic and visually stunning final shots. You will work on complex sequences, collaborating closely with VFX supervisors and artists to achieve the director's vision. The ideal candidate possesses an exceptional eye for detail, mastery of compositing techniques, and a deep understanding of color, light, and perspective to ensure seamless integration.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality compositing of various visual elements to create seamless and photorealistic final shots.
• Integrate CGI renders, live-action plates, matte paintings, and other assets using Nuke or similar compositing software.
• Color correct and match elements to ensure visual consistency and photorealism within shots.
• Implement camera tracking, rotoscoping, matte generation, and keying techniques as required.
• Collaborate effectively with VFX supervisors, CG artists, and other compositors to achieve project goals.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to compositing workflows and rendering.
• Maintain efficient workflow and meet deadlines for assigned shots.
• Provide constructive feedback to junior compositors and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in compositing software and techniques.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a VFX Compositor, with a strong focus on feature film or high-end episodic television.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality compositing work on complex shots.
• Expert proficiency in Nuke is mandatory; experience with other compositing software is a plus.
• Strong understanding of color theory, lighting, perspective, and camera projection.
• Experience with rotoscoping, keying, matte generation, and 2D/3D integration.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, TCL) is an advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• A compelling demo reel showcasing your compositing skills is required.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and exciting opportunities to work on visually spectacular projects in Queenstown . We provide a collaborative and innovative environment that encourages artistic growth and technical excellence. Join a team of passionate professionals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of visual effects. This remote position allows for flexibility while maintaining close collaboration with the team.