Chicago Launchpad Internship 2025 | Compositing

1 Week ago • Upto 1 Years • Miscellaneous

Job Summary

Job Description

Framestore Chicago is offering a 4-month paid internship in compositing (Nuke/Flame) for aspiring VFX artists. The internship provides hands-on experience in a production environment, with mentorship, regular work reviews, and involvement in the daily workings of the compositing team. Interns will work alongside experienced artists, participate in project reviews, and receive creative briefings. The program focuses on developing skills within the VFX pipeline. The internship runs from June 9, 2025, to September 26, 2025, with a hybrid work model requiring both on-site and remote work capabilities. The hourly rate is $21.
Must have:
  • Working knowledge of Nuke or Flame
  • Compositing portfolio showcasing creative work
  • Proactive and collaborative work ethic
  • Strong eye for detail, composition, color, lighting
  • Knowledge of practical lighting for photography
  • US work authorization
  • 40 hours/week availability
Perks:
  • Paid internship ($21/hour)

Job Details

Job description

Framestore Chicago is looking for the next generation of VFX talent with a passion for compositing (Nuke/Flame) to take part in a 4-month paid internship working in our award winning compositing team.


Our internship program is focused on developing the candidates skills in a production environment. You will be matched with a mentor who will provide instruction and regular reviews of your work, in addition to inclusion in the day-to-day workings of our Compositing team. You will work alongside experienced artists, attend project reviews, and take creative briefings.

The internship will start on June 9, 2025 and finish on September 26, 2025.

Deadline for applications is end of day (PST) March 31, 2025.

To apply for this internship please put together a cover letter and a portfolio demonstrating your experience in compositing and showing us your best work.


Internships will be conducted in a hybrid model. Please make sure you have internet access for your remote days and that you are within a commutable distance to the Chicago studio for onsite days. 


Internships are paid at $21 per hour. Candidates must have current work authorization for the USA and be available to work 40 hours a week. No financial relocation assistance will be offered.

Job requirements

  • A working knowledge of Nuke or Flame

  • A reel showing a wide range of shots and a creative eye

  • A pro-active and collaborative work ethic

  • A strong eye for detail, composition, color, and lighting

  • Knowledge of practical lighting for photography

  • A working knowledge of the overall VFX pipeline

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