Lead Compositor (VFX) — Nuke Expert & Mentor

HellaGoodAudio; United States; Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible remote work structure

5 paid sick/personal days

2 additional statutory holidays

Group Insurance

RRSP with employer contribution

Discounts on local services

Descrizione del lavoro

Rodeo FX is seeking a Compositing Lead to guide a team of artists in creating photorealistic VFX composites. You will supervise, mentor and review work, ensuring creative and technical alignment with project goals and client vision.

Responsibilities include directing complex shots, coordinating with the production team, and developing tools to improve workflows. Strong communication and deadline discipline are essential.

Competenze

• Minimum of 3 years experience as Compositing Artist, within the VFX industry.
• Excellent knowledge of Nuke software.
• Knowledge of Shotgun.
• Proficiency in photographic shooting including knowledge of color, lighting, perspective and composition.
• Excellent sense of prioritization and respect of deadlines.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and act as a positive role model and mentor.

Mansioni

• Compositing on simple to complex shots at various stages of production including pre-comps, lineups, 2D tracking, 2D effects, keying extractions, integration and color correction.
• Resolve visual, artistic and technical issues when possible or pass on information to the appropriate department.
• Ensure the consistency of the final composition of the elements of a visual effects shot.
• Harmonize the creative and technical aspects of each shot.
• Integrate the 2D and 3D elements to produce photorealistic images that meet Rodeo's quality standards.
• Work closely with the Compositing Supervisor and Production to find creative and technical solutions and approaches that meet project requirements and deadlines.
• Participate in the creation of tools for their speciality, test tools, and ensure documentation.
• Oversee the work of a team of artists on a show, demonstrating expert skills and a positive attitude.
• Plan and assign tasks to team members in collaboration with production.
• Provide feedback on artist’s work to ensure it meets quality standards and client vision.
• Communicate with Production Team regarding artists needing more work; may assist in finding alternate tasks.
• Mentor team members by providing training and sharing knowledge; report training needs to Head of Department.
• Participate in mid & post mortem reviews and annual reviews with Head of Department.
• Keep Production informed of status, issues and potential solutions.
• Ensure deadlines are met and advise if delays are possible.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the specialty and monitor latest tech advances.

Conoscenze

Mentoring

Deadline management

Team leadership

Color & lighting knowledge

Calm under pressure

Strumenti

Nuke

Shotgun

Descrizione del lavoro

Rodeo FX is seeking a Compositing Lead to guide a team of artists in creating photorealistic VFX composites. You will supervise, mentor and review work, ensuring creative and technical alignment with project goals and client vision.

Responsibilities include directing complex shots, coordinating with the production team, and developing tools to improve workflows. Strong communication and deadline discipline are essential.