Senior VFX Supervisor - Feature Film & Animation

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 400 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Health benefits

On-site studio in Mossel Bay

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior VFX Supervisor to lead the end-to-end VFX pipeline for blockbuster projects in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will partner with directors and producers to craft the visual strategy, oversee bids and schedules, and supervise on-set VFX requirements to ensure top-tier artistry.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in film VFX with 5+ years in senior leadership, deep knowledge of CG, compositing, lighting, and a proven track record on major features.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in visual effects for film with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record delivering high-quality VFX for major feature films.
• Extensive knowledge of CG, compositing, animation, lighting, simulation, and matte painting.
• Experience with VFX bidding, budgeting, and pipeline management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent extensive industry experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead and manage the entire VFX pipeline for feature film projects, from pre-production through final delivery.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to develop and refine the VFX creative strategy.
• Oversee bidding and budgeting for all VFX sequences, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Supervise on-set VFX requirements, including plate photography, motion capture, and data acquisition.
• Guide and mentor VFX supervisors and department leads (e.g., CG, Compositing, Lighting, Animation).
• Ensure seamless integration of live-action and CG elements, maintaining artistic and technical consistency.
• Review and approve VFX shots, providing clear and constructive feedback to artists and teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical and creative challenges throughout the production process.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in VFX technology and techniques.
• Represent the VFX department in production meetings and client reviews.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Team mentoring

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Film/CG

Outils

Industry software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious film production company renowned for its groundbreaking visual effects in blockbuster movies, is seeking an experienced Senior VFX Supervisor to join their team in **Mossel Bay, Western Cape**. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of visual effects production, from conceptualization and bidding to on-set supervision and final compositing, ensuring the highest levels of artistic quality and technical execution. You will collaborate closely with directors, producers, and department heads to translate creative visions into spectacular visual effects sequences. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of various VFX pipelines, extensive leadership experience, and a proven ability to manage complex projects and large teams. This is a unique opportunity to shape the visual destiny of major motion pictures and contribute to storytelling on a grand scale. You will be instrumental in pushing the creative and technical boundaries of visual effects, ensuring our client's films achieve unparalleled levels of realism and immersion. We are looking for a visionary leader with a passion for visual storytelling and a commitment to artistic excellence. Your expertise will be critical in delivering breathtaking visual effects that captivate audiences worldwide and solidify our client's reputation as an industry leader.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire VFX pipeline for feature film projects, from pre-production through final delivery.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to develop and refine the VFX creative strategy.
• Oversee bidding and budgeting for all VFX sequences, ensuring efficient resource allocation.
• Supervise on-set VFX requirements, including plate photography, motion capture, and data acquisition.
• Guide and mentor VFX supervisors and department leads (e.g., CG, Compositing, Lighting, Animation).
• Ensure seamless integration of live-action and CG elements, maintaining artistic and technical consistency.
• Review and approve VFX shots, providing clear and constructive feedback to artists and teams.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical and creative challenges throughout the production process.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in VFX technology and techniques.
• Represent the VFX department in production meetings and client reviews.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in visual effects for film, with at least 5 years in a VFX Supervisor or similar senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering high-quality VFX for major feature films.
• Extensive knowledge of all major VFX disciplines, including CG, compositing, animation, lighting, simulation, and matte painting.
• Strong understanding of camera, cinematography, and live-action production workflows.
• Experience with VFX bidding, budgeting, and pipeline management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet demanding deadlines.
• Familiarity with industry-standard VFX software and tools.
• A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail and visual aesthetics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or equivalent extensive industry experience.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement plans, and the opportunity to work on critically acclaimed films with cutting-edge technology.
• Employees benefit from a collaborative and dynamic work environment, significant professional development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to visually stunning cinematic masterpieces.
• This is a full-time, on-site position based in **Mossel Bay, Western Cape**, offering a unique studio experience in a scenic location.