Freelance Compositing Artist — VFX for Episodic & Feature

Pitch Black Creative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitch Black Creative is seeking a mid-level VFX compositor in New York to integrate CG characters, keying, and color grade shots for episodic projects. You will self-check for edge quality, continuity, and render performance while collaborating across time zones and teams.

The role requires proven Nuke/Mocha experience, basic Python scripting, and the ability to guide junior artists, with strong communication across global studios. Applicants should be prepared for a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Junior: foundational knowledge of CG integration, keying, and colour grading; familiarity with Nuke and Mocha; strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn
• Mid-Level: proven compositing experience in VFX production; solid proficiency in Nuke and Mocha; basic Python scripting; ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines
• Both: strong communication skills, comfort working across time zones, and (a plus) experience with RV or similar playback tools

Responsibilities

• Integrate CG characters, FX elements, and 2D elements into plate photography
• Pull keys, despill, and perform edge work for bluescreen/greenscreen shots
• Apply colour correction and grading to match plate lighting and continuity
• Self-QC your work for edge quality, stable mattes, grain, and frame-to-frame continuity before submitting
• Troubleshoot common comp and pipeline issues, escalating to Pipeline/TDs when needed
• Present work in dailies and respond to supervisor feedback
• Mid-Level: work independently on moderately complex shots, tech check others' work, troubleshoot Nuke scripts and render performance, and script in Python to streamline repetitive tasks
• Mid-Level: provide guidance and technical support to junior artists

Skills

CG integration

Keying

Colour grading

Attention to detail

Learning eagerness

Tools

Nuke

Mocha

RV

Python scripting

Job description

Pitch Black Creative is seeking a mid-level VFX compositor in New York to integrate CG characters, keying, and color grade shots for episodic projects. You will self-check for edge quality, continuity, and render performance while collaborating across time zones and teams.

The role requires proven Nuke/Mocha experience, basic Python scripting, and the ability to guide junior artists, with strong communication across global studios. Applicants should be prepared for a fast-paced environment.