Senior Compositor

Senior Compositors at DNEG collaborate with VFX and 2D Supervisors to assemble visual effects shots, integrating live-action and computer-generated elements. This role involves tasks from blue/green screen extractions to complex CG integration. Compositors participate in client reviews, apply production methodologies, and develop creative solutions, ensuring the final output is technically sound and aligns with the client's aesthetic vision and continuity.

Must Have

• Minimum of 5 years VFX industry experience as a Compositor
• Experience using Nuke
• A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lighting
• Excellent communication skills
• A good eye for composition and understanding of color
• Ability to deliver work by deadlines

Good to Have

• Experience with Linux systems
• Python and/or expression scripting
• Lookdev experience

Perks & Benefits

• Unionized position
• Covered by a collective agreement between DNEG and IATSE
• Benefits from conditions set out in the collective agreement

Description

Position at DNEG

Senior Compositors at DNEG work closely with VFX Supervisors and 2D Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete a visual effects 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 VFX design. They ensure that final work is technically sound and maintain the continuity and aesthetics of the client’s vision.

Must Have

• Minimum of 5 years VFX industry experience as a Compositor
• Experience using Nuke
• A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lighting
• Excellent communication skills
• A good eye for composition and understanding of color.
• Ability to deliver work by deadlines

Nice to Have

• Experience with Linux systems
• Python and/or expression scripting
• Lookdev experience

About You

• Pro-active
• Team orientated
• Adaptable
• Calm under pressure

Please note that this is a unionized position and will be covered by a collective agreement between DNEG and IATSE, in the coming months. As a unionized employee, you will be required to join the union and will benefit from the conditions set out in the collective agreement. Union dues will be required once the collective agreement is in place.

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).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!