Hybrid VFX Supervisor & Pipeline TD - Lead Visual Effects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package (R)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Generous vacation and leave

Hybrid work model in Stellenbosch

Arts & Entertainment industry exposure

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Senior VFX Supervisor & Pipeline TD to lead the VFX pipeline from concept to final delivery. This hybrid role combines studio collaboration with remote flexibility and requires strong technical leadership and a proven track record in cutting-edge VFX workflows.

You will oversee asset creation, troubleshooting, and optimization across departments, driving best practices, tool development, and timely project execution in a vibrant Arts &

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in Visual Effects with supervisory or lead technical roles.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating VFX supervision and pipeline development.
• Proficiency in Maya, Houdini, Nuke and After Effects.
• Solid programming/scripting experience (Python, C++, MEL) for tooling.
• Deep understanding of 3D animation, simulation, rendering, and compositing.
• Experience leading teams and delivering projects on time.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics, Digital Media, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire VFX pipeline from asset creation to final compositing.
• Lead and mentor the VFX team with technical guidance and artistic direction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain efficient VFX workflows and tools.
• Collaborate with directors, producers, and department heads to achieve the project vision.
• Troubleshoot complex technical issues within the VFX pipeline.
• Ensure quality and consistency of all deliverables.
• Stay current with emerging VFX technologies and best practices.
• Manage project timelines and resources for the VFX department.
• Work with IT and software teams to enhance pipeline capabilities.
• Present VFX solutions and progress to stakeholders.

Skills

VFX supervision

Pipeline development

Leadership

Python scripting

C++ scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Graphics

Tools

Maya

Houdini

Nuke

After Effects

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking an experienced Senior VFX Supervisor & Pipeline TD to lead the VFX pipeline from concept to final delivery. This hybrid role combines studio collaboration with remote flexibility and requires strong technical leadership and a proven track record in cutting-edge VFX workflows.

You will oversee asset creation, troubleshooting, and optimization across departments, driving best practices, tool development, and timely project execution in a vibrant Arts &