Compositor - Series

Sony Pictures Animation; Los Angeles (CA); Hybride; USD 85 000 - 103 000; Plein temps

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Union benefits

Résumé du poste

Sony Pictures Animation in Los Angeles is seeking a Compositor for an upcoming Series. The role is union-covered and involves compositing shots under the guidance of the Compositing Supervisor and contributing to comp tests for environments and characters.

Base salary range is $62.22/hr to $75/hr, with benefits per the collective bargaining agreement. Responsibilities include maintaining visual consistency across sequences, helping with paint-overs for the Partner studio, and participating in

Qualifications

• Comfortable with the 3D environment of Nuke, integrating stock footage into a 3D space.
• Strong understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and cinematography.
• Experience managing render pipelines and optimizing workflows for large-scale animation or VFX projects.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues.

Responsabilités

• Ensure artistic vision alignment and cohesive look across sequences.
• Assist with paint-overs and notes for the Partner studio as directed by the Compositing Supervisor.
• Review and participate in LRC dailies with the Compositing Supervisor and partner studio.
• Complete internal retakes and shot polishing under supervision.

Connaissances

Nuke

Lighting theory

Color theory

Cinematography

Render pipelines

Troubleshooting

Storytelling

Color read

Outils

Nuke

Description du poste

We are looking for a Compositor for an upcoming Series at Sony Pictures Animation.The Compositor will be responsible forcompositing shots under the guidance of the Compositing Supervisor. They will also be responsible for comp tests for environments and characters. This is a union-covered position.

Sony Pictures Animation is an animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. We pride ourselves on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process, and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure artistic vision alignment and consistency of shot across sequences, maintaining a cohesive look despite varying sequences or environments
• Working under the direction of the Comp Supervisor, occasionally help with paint-overs and notes needed to provide direction to the Partner studio
• Along with the Compositing Supervisor, review and participate in LRC dailies from the partner studio
• Complete internal retakes and shot polishing under the direction of the Compositing Supervisor

Qualifications:

• Being comfortable with the 3D environment of Nuke, integrating stock footage plates into a 3D environment
• Strong understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and cinematography, with the ability to translate artistic concepts into technical execution
• Experience managing render pipelines and optimizing workflows for large-scale animation or VFX projects
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose creative solutions
• A portfolio showcasing a range of lighting and compositing work, with an emphasis on animated series or similar projects
• A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail in creating visually compelling animation
• Strong understanding of layering, character, and environment for clear readability. Managing multi-AOV compositing techniques and a strong eye for detail and color theory

The anticipated base salary for this position is $62.22/hr to $75/hr. This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.

Sony Pictures Animation is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or other protected characteristics.
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