AI/VFX Generalist

Story Co; San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 100.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Story Co in the SF Bay Area seeks an AI/VFX Generalist who blends strong compositing with hands-on use of generative tools. You will create, integrate, and refine visual effects across projects, leveraging AI where it improves results.

You will work closely with directors, editors, and motion designers, applying technical skill and creative judgment to each frame. Base salary is $100,000–$130,000, depending on experience.

Formación

• Portfolio demonstrating VFX and compositing across multiple styles.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Nuke, or Blender.
• Hands-on experience with generative AI tools (Runway, Sora, ComfyUI).
• Based in SF Bay Area or willing to relocate.
• Ability to complete a trial project.

Responsabilidades

• Composite and integrate VFX elements across project types.
• Use AI tools to support cleanup, generation, and image enhancement.
• Create assets with generative video and image tools when needed.
• Collaborate with directors, editors, and motion designers throughout post-production.
• Evaluate emerging tools and recommend improved approaches.
• Keep files organized and manage workflow through final delivery.

Conocimientos

Strong portfolio

Collaboration

Herramientas

After Effects

Nuke

Blender

Runway

Sora

ComfyUI

Descripción del empleo

Great stories start with extraordinary people.

We’re bringing together exceptional creative talent to tell the stories of people shaping the future. Work alongside people who raise your standards, champion your ideas, and give you room to do the best work of your career.

Story inspires science. Science makes story real.

Your Story

We're hiring an AI/VFX Generalist who combines strong compositing skills with hands-on experience in generative tools. You'll work across Story's projects to create, integrate, and refine visual effects, using AI where it helps the team achieve a better result. You'll collaborate closely with directors, editors, and motion designers, bringing both technical skill and creative judgment to the finished frame.

Responsibilities:

• Composite and integrate VFX elements across different project types and visual styles.
• Use AI tools to support cleanup, generation, and image enhancement.
• Create assets with generative video and image tools when the project calls for them.
• Collaborate with directors, editors, and motion designers throughout post-production.
• Evaluate emerging tools and recommend approaches that improve the work.
• Keep files organized and manage your workflow through final delivery.

Requirements:

• Strong portfolio demonstrating VFX and compositing across multiple styles.
• Proficiency in After Effects, Nuke, and/or Blender.
• Hands-on experience with generative AI tools such as Runway, Sora, or ComfyUI.
• Ability to complete a trial project.
• Based in the SF Bay Area or willing to relocate.
• Degrees not required. Your work speaks for itself.

Bonus:

• A strong foundation in traditional VFX techniques.
• An experimental mindset and patience for testing multiple approaches.
• Fast problem-solving when a shot needs a different technique.
• Curiosity about emerging tools paired with judgment about when to use them.
• A collaborative approach to making effects feel natural within the story.

Compensation:

The base salary range for this role is $100,000 – $130,000. Your final offer will depend on your experience, skills and level.

Compensation Range: $100K - $130K