Senior VFX Artist - Digital Compositing

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior VFX Artist specializing in digital compositing for our Mossel Bay studio. You will seamlessly integrate CGI, live-action footage, and mattes, ensuring photorealistic results through advanced tracking, keying, and color grading.

You will mentor juniors while collaborating with directors and CG supervisors on high-profile projects. The role combines in-office collaboration with some remote work, offering opportunities for growth in a dynamic, award-winning

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in VFX compositing for film or television.
• Portfolio showcasing high-quality compositing work across various project types.
• Expert proficiency in Nuke, Fusion, or After Effects.
• Solid understanding of color theory, lighting, lens characteristics, and photographic principles.
• Experience with 2D and 3D compositing workflows and motion tracking.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex digital compositing tasks, blending CGI, matte paintings, and live-action elements.
• Color correct and balance shots for photorealism and consistency.
• Implement motion tracking, rotoscoping, and keying techniques effectively.
• Collaborate with CG supervisors, look development artists, and other VFX staff.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges in compositing.
• Ensure shot quality aligns with project specs and directorial intent.
• Stay updated with latest VFX software and techniques.
• Mentor junior compositors and contribute to shot reviews.

Skills

Digital compositing

Color theory

Photographic lighting

2D/3D workflows

Motion tracking

Rotoscoping

Keying

Matte generation

Strong communication

Tools

Nuke

Fusion

After Effects

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading visual effects studio based in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking a highly skilled Senior VFX Artist specializing in digital compositing. This role is critical for seamlessly integrating visual effects elements with live-action footage to create believable and compelling imagery for film and television. You will work on challenging projects, collaborating with a talented team of artists and directors to achieve the highest standards of visual fidelity. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional technical proficiency in compositing software, a keen artistic eye for detail, and a strong understanding of photographic principles and light. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to award-winning productions within the thriving arts and entertainment sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex digital compositing tasks, seamlessly blending CGI, matte paintings, and live-action elements.
• Color correct and balance shots to ensure consistency and photorealism.
• Implement motion tracking, rotoscoping, and keying techniques effectively.
• Collaborate closely with CG supervisors, look development artists, and other VFX artists to achieve the desired final image.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to compositing.
• Ensure shot quality and consistency according to project specifications and directorial intent.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in VFX software and compositing techniques.
• Mentor junior compositors and provide technical guidance.Participate in shot reviews and contribute to the creative problem-solving process.
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in VFX compositing for film or television.
• A strong portfolio showcasing high-quality compositing work across various project types.
• Expert proficiency in compositing software such as Nuke, Fusion, or After Effects.
• Solid understanding of color theory, lighting, lens characteristics, and photographic principles.
• Experience with 2D and 3D compositing workflows.
• Knowledge of motion tracking, rotoscoping, keying (chroma, luminance), and matte generation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work under pressure.
• A passion for visual effects and the film/entertainment industry.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid, and retirement fund contributions. This hybrid role provides the flexibility to balance work from home with in-office collaboration at our Mossel Bay studio. Employees benefit from a supportive and creative team environment, opportunities for professional growth through training and workshops, and the chance to work on high-profile international projects within the Western Cape region. We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance and encourage participation in team activities and industry events.