Senior VFX Supervisor & Compositor - Lead Photorealism

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement savings

Industry software access

Conferences & development

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Senior VFX Supervisor and Compositor to lead the visual effects pipeline for feature films, TV, and high-end commercials. You will supervise creative execution from concept to final composite, ensuring seamless integration of digital assets with live-action footage.

The ideal candidate combines mastery of Nuke, After Effects or Fusion with a deep understanding of Maya or Houdini, strong lighting, color, and camera knowledge, and proven leadership to guide a

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Compositor and VFX Supervisor in film/television.
• Mastery of compositing software such as Nuke, After Effects, or Fusion.
• Strong understanding of 3D rendering principles, software (e.g., Maya, Houdini), and render passes.
• Proficiency in color correction, rotoscoping, keying, and motion tracking.
• Excellent knowledge of film grammar, lighting, perspective, and camera principles.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a collaborative Durban environment.
• A portfolio showcasing high-quality compositing and VFX supervision work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire visual effects pipeline from pre-production planning through to final delivery.
• Lead and mentor a team of VFX artists, providing clear creative direction and technical guidance.
• Expertly composite visual elements, ensuring photorealism and seamless integration with live-action plates.
• Collaborate closely with directors, producers, and clients to understand and achieve their creative vision.
• Develop and implement efficient workflows and methodologies for VFX production.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and provide innovative solutions.
• Manage project schedules and ensure timely delivery of all VFX assets.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in VFX technology and software.
• Review shots, provide constructive feedback, and approve final composites.
• Contribute to bidding and planning for new projects, assessing technical feasibility and resource requirements.

Skills

Senior Compositor

VFX Supervisor

Nuke

After Effects

Fusion

Maya

Houdini

Color correction

Rotoscoping

Keying

Motion tracking

Camera principles

Leadership

Tools

Maya

Houdini

Nuke

After Effects

Fusion

Job description

Placements24 in Durban seeks a Senior VFX Supervisor and Compositor to lead the visual effects pipeline for feature films, TV, and high-end commercials. You will supervise creative execution from concept to final composite, ensuring seamless integration of digital assets with live-action footage.

The ideal candidate combines mastery of Nuke, After Effects or Fusion with a deep understanding of Maya or Houdini, strong lighting, color, and camera knowledge, and proven leadership to guide a