VFX for Commercial

BlockReel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

BlockReel is seeking a Senior VFX Artist to join a visually driven commercial project shooting in Los Angeles for about three weeks. You will lead from concept to final composite, creating photoreal elements and integrating CGI with live action.

Proficiency with Nuke, After Effects, and 3D packages (Maya or Houdini) is essential, with a strong portfolio of commercial VFX and flexibility to meet tight deliverables.

Qualifications

• Strong portfolio demonstrating commercial VFX experience.
• Proficiency with Nuke, After Effects, and 3D software (Maya or Houdini preferred).

Responsibilities

• Create photorealistic elements.
• Perform rotoscoping and tracking.
• Create matte paintings.
• Integrate CGI with live-action footage.

Skills

Nuke

After Effects

Maya

Houdini

Rotoscoping

Tracking

Matte Painting

CGI Integration

Portfolio

Tools

Nuke

After Effects

Maya

Houdini

Job description

We\'re looking for a talented Senior VFX Artist to join an independent production for a dynamic, visually driven commercial project shooting in Los Angeles. This spot will feature high-energy product integration with some really cool environmental effects, aiming for a polished, premium feel that highlights innovation. We need someone who can tackle complex visual effects from concept to final composite, working closely with the director and post-production team to bring our vision to life. Key responsibilities include creating photorealistic elements, rotoscoping, tracking, matte painting, and integrating CGI with live-action footage. We expect candidates to have a strong portfolio demonstrating their commercial VFX experience, excellent proficiency with Nuke, After Effects, and 3D software (Maya or Houdini preferred), and a keen eye for detail. This is for approximately 3 weeks of work, starting around mid September 2026, with flexible hours as needed to hit deliverables. We\'ll be providing all necessary software licenses and project assets. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a high-impact commercial that will see wide distribution.

Budget Range

$2000-3000/week