Compositor

5 Months ago • 6-8 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

Compositors seamlessly integrate all the layers or elements of a shot, including live-action and computer graphic elements. Compositors work closely with Visual Effects Supervisors and CG Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete visual-effects shots. Responsibilities: Working in collaboration with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots. Taking briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots. Integrating 2D, 3D and live action elements to high-end visual effects film standard. Meeting schedules and show deadlines. Ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines. Taking responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors. Balancing the creative and technical aspects of each shot. Working with a good knowledge of colour space principles.
Must have:
  • Excellent working knowledge of Nuke
  • Familiarity with stereo compositing
  • Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive and collaborative work ethic
  • Strong eye for detail, composition, colour and lighting
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
  • Understanding of colour space principles
Good to have:
  • Knowledge of practical lighting for photography
  • Working knowledge of the overall VFX pipeline
  • Experience in dealing and communicating with clients
  • Programming and coding experience and knowledge

Job Details

Job description

Compositors seamlessly integrate all the layers or elements of a shot, including live-action and computer graphic elements. 
Compositors work closely with Visual Effects Supervisors and CG Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete visual-effects shots.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Working in collaboration with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots
  • Taking briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots
  • Integrating 2D, 3D and live action elements to high-end visual effects film standard
  • Meeting schedules and show deadlines
  • Ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines
  • Taking responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors
  • Balancing the creative and technical aspects of each shot
  • Working with a good knowledge of colour space principles

Job requirements

 Essential Skills:

  • An excellent working knowledge of and production experience with Nuke
  • A familiarity with stereo compositing and working with multiple render passes
  • Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills
  • A pro-active and collaborative work ethic
  • A strong eye for detail, composition, colour and lighting
  • The ability to multitask, prioritise and problem solve
  • An understanding of colour space principles

Desirable Skills:
  • Knowledge of practical lighting for photography
  • A working knowledge of the overall VFX pipeline
  • Experience in dealing and communicating with clients
  • Programming and coding experience and knowledge


Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us. 

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Framestore combines talent and technology to reframe the possible in film, content, advertising and immersive experiences.

Founded in 1986, Framestore is now a global company of over 3,000 people across eight locations. We create pixel-perfect images for blockbuster films and TV, iconic advertising campaigns and innovative immersive projects.

Our portfolio of work is underpinned by an industry-leading expertise in VFX and has resulted in a multitude of awards including Oscars and BAFTAs as well as a record number of Cannes Lions awards, which all cement our position at the forefront of innovation.

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