Senior VFX Supervisor (Remote)

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive pay

Prestigious projects

Global team

Cutting-edge tech

Job summary

World-renowned Visual Effects Studio in South Africa seeks a Senior VFX Supervisor to lead and oversee the VFX pipeline from pre-production to final delivery, ensuring artistic integrity and high quality. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from any location while staying connected to Pretoria.

You will collaborate with directors, producers, and internal VFX teams, manage budgets and schedules, supervise on-set when required, and guide artists through complex workflows using

Qualifications

• 10+ years in visual effects production
• 5+ years in supervisory role
• Experience on feature films or high-end TV
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage VFX teams on feature film/TV projects.
• Define visual style and technical approach with directors/producers.
• Oversee the entire VFX pipeline from prep to post-production.
• Provide creative and technical guidance to artists and supervisors.
• Review and approve VFX shots to meet quality standards and vision.
• Manage client communications and set expectations for deliverables.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Conduct on-set supervision as required for specific shots.

Skills

VFX supervision

Team leadership

Budget management

Maya/Houdini/Nuke

Tools

Maya

Houdini

Nuke

Arnold

RenderMan

Job description

Our client, a world-renowned visual effects studio with a strong presence in the film and television industry, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior VFX Supervisor to join their innovative team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute your expertise from any location. As a Senior VFX Supervisor, you will be instrumental in overseeing the visual effects pipeline from pre-production through to final delivery, ensuring the highest standards of quality and artistic integrity. You will collaborate closely with directors, producers, and the internal VFX teams to bring spectacular visual concepts to life. This role demands exceptional artistic vision, technical proficiency, and strong leadership skills, all while contributing to groundbreaking projects that originate from our studio's connection to Pretoria.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage visual effects teams on feature film and television projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery.
• Collaborate with directors and producers to define the visual style and technical approach for VFX sequences.
• Oversee the entire VFX pipeline, including concept development, storyboarding, pre-visualization, on-set supervision, and post-production.
• Provide creative and technical guidance to VFX artists, supervisors, and coordinators.
• Review and approve all VFX shots, ensuring they meet the highest quality standards and align with the director's vision.
• Manage client communications and expectations regarding VFX progress and deliverables.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and develop innovative solutions throughout the production process.
• Conduct on-set supervision as required for specific shots or sequences.
• Stay current with industry advancements in VFX technology, software, and workflows.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in visual effects production, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Extensive experience overseeing VFX for major feature films or high-end television series.
• Strong understanding of various VFX software and pipelines (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Nuke, Arnold, RenderMan).
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
• Excellent understanding of cinematography, digital filmmaking, and live-action integration.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to articulate complex technical and artistic concepts clearly.
• Experience with real-time rendering and virtual production techniques is a plus.
• A portfolio showcasing a wide range of high-quality VFX work is essential.
• Must be comfortable working independently in a remote environment with excellent self-discipline and communication.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious, award-winning film and television projects.
• Collaborative and innovative international team environment.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and software.
• Contribute to visually stunning productions from anywhere, with ties to the creative energy of Pretoria.