Mid-Senior Compositor

1 Month ago • 2-6 Years

Job Summary

Job Description

DNEG seeks Mid to Senior Compositors to collaborate with VFX and 2D Supervisors. Responsibilities include compositing live-action and computer graphic elements, from blue/green screen extractions to complex CG integration. The role involves client reviews, daily sessions, adhering to production methodologies, and creative problem-solving. Mid-level requires 2+ years' experience, while Senior requires 6+ years' experience in high-end VFX for feature films using Nuke. Both roles demand a strong eye for color, composition, and technical finishing, with a proven ability to manage complex shots.
Must have:
  • 2+ years (Mid)/6+ years (Senior) VFX experience
  • Nuke expertise
  • Photography/lighting knowledge
  • High-end compositing showreel
  • Excellent color, composition skills
Good to have:
  • Roto/Prep Artist experience
  • Look development experience
  • Mentoring junior artists (Senior)

Job Details

Description

Position at DNEG

Compositors at DNEG work closely with VFX Supervisors and 2D Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete a visual effect shot, including live-action and computer graphic elements.

The work will vary from blue/green screen extractions to complex CG integration. Taking part in client reviews and daily sessions, our Compositors follow production methodologies and develop creative approaches to problem-solving while also performing all aspects of composite FX design.


Mid Compositor

Must Have

  • Minimum of 2 years VFX industry experience as a compositor on high end live-action feature films
  • Experience using Nuke
  • A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lightingShowreel demonstrating a wide range of high-end work including plate-based compositing, set extensions, FX and CG integration all finished to a high standard.
  • Must demonstrate a good eye for colour, composition and technical shot finishing and a proven ability to manage the complexity of work across multiple mid-level shots

Nice to Have

  • Experience as a Roto and Prep Artist
  • Look development experience

 Senior Compositor

Must Have

  • Minimum of 6 years VFX industry experience as a compositor on high-end live-action feature films
  • Experience using Nuke
  • A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lighting
  •  Showreel demonstrating a wide range of high-end work including plate-based compositing, set extensions, full CG shots, and FX and CG integration all finished to a high standard.
  • Must demonstrate a good eye for colour, composition and technical shot finishing and a proven ability to manage the complexity of work across multiple Senior level shots.

Nice to Have

  • Experience as a Roto and Prep Artist
  •  Deep compositing
  • Look development experience
  • Experience mentoring junior artists

About You

  • Critical eye for details
  • Strong communicator
  •  Professional
  •  Proactive
  • Team orientated
  • Adaptable
  • Calm under pressure

 


About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

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About The Company

DNEG is a world-leading visual entertainment services company for the creation of feature film, television, and multiplatform content, with worldwide offices and studios across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.

 

DNEG’s critically acclaimed work has earned the company seven Academy Awards® for Best Visual Effects and numerous BAFTA, Primetime EMMY® Awards and VES Awards for its high-quality VFX work. 


Visit www.dneg.com for DNEG’s current and upcoming projects on behalf of Hollywood and global studio and production company.

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