Lead Virtual Production VFX Supervisor

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior VFX Supervisor with a specialization in Virtual Production to lead cutting-edge projects in Benoni, Gauteng. You will oversee both artistic and technical execution, ensuring seamless integration of real-world and digital elements.

You will guide the VFX team, coordinate with directors and DP, and drive real-time VFX on LED volumes using Unreal Engine or Unity. A strong leadership background and a solid portfolio in virtual production are essential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in VFX supervision with virtual production focus.
• Experience with LED volumes, real-time rendering, and in-camera VFX.
• Strong leadership and communication across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Film, CG, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the VFX team and oversee the virtual production workflow.
• Collaborate with directors, cinematographers, and production designers to realize the vision.
• Oversee real-time VFX using Unreal Engine/Unity on LED volume stages.
• Manage virtual cinematography tasks including camera tracking and lens calibration.
• Develop and maintain the VFX pipeline for asset integration and rendering.
• Ensure in-camera and post-production VFX quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges in a fast-paced production environment.
• Manage VFX budgets and schedules to meet delivery timelines.

Skills

VFX supervision

LED volumes

Unreal Engine/Unity

Motion capture

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Film/CG or related

Tools

Unreal Engine

Unity

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior VFX Supervisor with a specialization in Virtual Production to lead cutting-edge projects in Benoni, Gauteng. You will oversee both artistic and technical execution, ensuring seamless integration of real-world and digital elements.

You will guide the VFX team, coordinate with directors and DP, and drive real-time VFX on LED volumes using Unreal Engine or Unity. A strong leadership background and a solid portfolio in virtual production are essential.