Senior VFX Compositor — Master Photoreal Final Shots

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Cutting-edge VFX software

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Senior VFX Compositor to lead final-stage visual effects for high-end projects. You will blend live-action, CGI, and matte paintings into photorealistic shots, collaborating with VFX supervisors to achieve creative vision.

The role requires 5+ years of feature/TV experience, expertise in Nuke, strong color theory, keying, rotoscoping, and a solid demo reel. On-site in Stellenbosch offers a dynamic studio environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a VFX compositor, with feature film or high-end television experience.
• Expert proficiency in Nuke or equivalent industry-standard compositing software.
• Strong understanding of color theory, lighting and perspective for compositing.
• Experience with green/blue screen keying, rotoscoping, 2D/3D tracking and matte painting integration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Demo reel showcasing high-quality compositing work required.
• Degree in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Seamlessly integrate CGI elements, matte paintings, and other assets into live-action footage.
• Perform complex compositing tasks including keying, rotoscoping, color correction, and matte manipulation.
• Collaborate with VFX Supervisors and CG Supervisors to meet aesthetic and technical standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve compositing issues while maintaining quality and efficiency.
• Manage shot workflows and adhere to project deadlines.
• Develop creative solutions for challenging compositing tasks and contribute to tool development.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior compositors.
• Stay current with industry trends, software updates, and advancements in compositing technology.

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, seeks a Senior VFX Compositor to lead final-stage visual effects for high-end projects. You will blend live-action, CGI, and matte paintings into photorealistic shots, collaborating with VFX supervisors to achieve creative vision.

The role requires 5+ years of feature/TV experience, expertise in Nuke, strong color theory, keying, rotoscoping, and a solid demo reel. On-site in Stellenbosch offers a dynamic studio environment.