Photoreal VFX Compositor

thelab; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HOME in New York is seeking a talented Compositing Artist to deliver photorealistic final imagery by integrating live-action footage with CG, matte paintings, and VFX. You will work closely with CGI, lighting, and production teams to ensure visual continuity and production-ready results.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Visual Effects or related field, 3+ years in compositing for advertising or film, strong eye for color and lighting, and proficiency in Nuke, After Effects, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Animation, Digital Arts, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of professional compositing experience in advertising, VFX, animation, or digital production.
• Strong artistic eye for composition, lighting, color, and photographic realism.
• Deep understanding of digital photography, lens behavior, perspective, and visual continuity.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting production deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver seamless, photorealistic composites that combine live-action footage and CGI into final imagery.
• Maintain technical accuracy while preserving creative vision across projects.
• Collaborate with CGI, lighting, and production teams to ensure efficient delivery.
• Refine workflows and embrace emerging technologies and AI-enabled production tools.

Skills

Compositing

Color grading

Rotoscoping

Paint & cleanup

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Visual Effects, Computer Graphics, Animation, Digital Arts, or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Foundry Nuke

Adobe After Effects

Blackmagic Fusion

Mocha Pro

Job description

HOME in New York is seeking a talented Compositing Artist to deliver photorealistic final imagery by integrating live-action footage with CG, matte paintings, and VFX. You will work closely with CGI, lighting, and production teams to ensure visual continuity and production-ready results.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Visual Effects or related field, 3+ years in compositing for advertising or film, strong eye for color and lighting, and proficiency in Nuke, After Effects, and