Senior VFX Supervisor (Film & Television)

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Annual leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a Senior Visual Effects (VFX) Supervisor to oversee all VFX for feature films and high-end TV, ensuring seamless integration with live-action work. You will liaise between production and studios, manage budgets, and guide a diverse team of artists.

The role requires a deep understanding of the entire VFX pipeline, on-set supervision to post-production, and a track record of delivering visually compelling work within deadlines.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in VFX with 5+ years in a supervisory role.
• Proven track record supervising VFX for major features or TV.
• Deep knowledge of the VFX pipeline from pre-vis to compositing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of visual effects production from concept to delivery.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to define the creative VFX vision.
• Supervise on-set VFX operations and capture required data.
• Liaise with VFX vendors and manage workflows and deliverables.
• Develop and manage budgets and schedules within financial constraints.
• Provide technical and artistic guidance to the VFX team.
• Review and approve VFX shots for quality and consistency.
• Troubleshoot technical or creative challenges in the pipeline.
• Stay current with emerging VFX tech and workflows.
• Contribute to bidding and proposals for new projects.

Skills

VFX leadership

Team management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Film, Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, or related field

Tools

Maya

Houdini

3ds Max

Nuke

After Effects

RenderMan

Arnold

V-Ray

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading production house based in the heart of Cape Town 's thriving creative hub, is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Senior Visual Effects (VFX) Supervisor. This role is critical to overseeing the execution of all visual effects for our feature films and high-end television series, ensuring seamless integration with live-action footage and adherence to the director's vision. You will be the primary liaison between the production team and the VFX studios, managing budgets, schedules, and creative deliverables. We are looking for an individual with a deep understanding of the entire VFX pipeline, from pre-visualization and on-set supervision to post-production compositing and rendering. The ideal candidate will possess strong artistic sensibilities, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to inspire and guide a diverse team of artists. This is an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to visually stunning cinematic experiences in one of the world's most beautiful cities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of visual effects production for assigned projects from conception to final delivery.
• Collaborate closely with directors, producers, and department heads to define and achieve the creative vision for VFX.
• Supervise on-set VFX operations, ensuring all necessary data (camera information, lighting, lens details) is captured.
• Liaise with internal and external VFX vendors, managing relationships, workflows, and deliverables.
• Develop and manage VFX budgets and schedules, ensuring projects are completed on time and within financial constraints.
• Provide technical and artistic guidance to VFX artists and supervisors.
• Review and approve VFX shots, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to project requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any technical or creative challenges that arise during the VFX pipeline.
• Stay current with emerging VFX technologies and workflows, recommending innovative solutions.
• Contribute to the bidding and proposal process for new projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the VFX industry, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully supervising VFX for major feature films or television series.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the entire VFX pipeline, including modeling, texturing, animation, lighting, rendering, and compositing.
• Expertise in 3D software packages (e.g., Maya, Houdini, 3ds Max), compositing software (e.g., Nuke, After Effects), and renderers (e.g., RenderMan, Arnold, V-Ray).
• Strong understanding of camera technology, cinematography, and practical effects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to think critically and solve complex problems under pressure.
• Experience managing large teams and external vendors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• A keen eye for detail, composition, and visual storytelling.

Benefits

• This role offers a highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Our client provides a comprehensive medical aid package, a generous annual leave allowance, and access to continuous professional development opportunities.
• You’ll be working in a state-of-the‑art facility in beautiful Cape Town , collaborating with a passionate and talented team.
• This is a fantastic chance to shape the future of visual storytelling in the film and television industry.