Hybrid Senior VFX Supervisor - Lead World-Class Effects

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive annual salary

Collaborate with world-class talent

Industry recognition opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in East London is seeking an experienced Senior VFX Supervisor to lead the visual effects division for film, television, and interactive media. You will manage a team of VFX artists, guide creative direction, and ensure artistic integrity while controlling budgets and schedules.

The role offers a hybrid work model blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility and opportunities to work with world-class talent on high-profile Arts & Entertainment projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in VFX supervision.
• Strong knowledge of the entire VFX pipeline and software.
• Experience managing budgets and production schedules.
• Excellent communication and client interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of visual effects production from pre-production to delivery.
• Collaborate with directors, producers and department heads on VFX strategy.
• Lead and mentor the VFX team to maintain high artistic and technical standards.
• Develop and manage budgets and schedules for projects.
• Troubleshoot technical and creative challenges within the pipeline.
• Approve VFX shots and sequences to meet requirements.
• Liaise with external vendors and studios on bids and deliveries.
• Stay current with advancements in VFX technology and workflows.
• Ensure seamless integration of VFX with live-action footage.

Skills

VFX supervision

Team leadership

Budget management

VFX pipeline

Maya

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film, Computer Graphics, or related field

Tools

Houdini

Nuke

ShotGrid

Job description

Placements24 in East London is seeking an experienced Senior VFX Supervisor to lead the visual effects division for film, television, and interactive media. You will manage a team of VFX artists, guide creative direction, and ensure artistic integrity while controlling budgets and schedules.

The role offers a hybrid work model blending in-office collaboration with remote flexibility and opportunities to work with world-class talent on high-profile Arts & Entertainment projects.