Senior VFX Editor
Job Summary
Job Description
As the Senior VFX Editor, you will oversee and manage the editorial process for VFX shots, ensuring the correct integration of visual effects and leading a small team of VFX editors. You will manage the ingest, conform, and organization of VFX plates and assets, track shot progress, and collaborate with production teams. You will also ensure color consistency and handle turnovers while troubleshooting challenges. This role requires technical expertise and leadership, working on-site at the Milan studio.
Must have:
- 5+ years of VFX editing experience.
- Advanced knowledge of Hiero, Davinci Resolve, and Nuke.
- Strong understanding of VFX pipelines.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Proficiency in color management.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects.
4 skills required
Job Details
Senior VFX Editor - Milan (On-site)
22DOGS, a VFX company with studios in Milan and Tenerife, is seeking an experienced Senior VFX Editor to join our growing team in Milan. You’ll have the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborating with creative and production teams across multiple high-profile projects. This role offers a unique chance to be at the heart of the VFX pipeline, ensuring the seamless integration of visual effects into live-action footage while leading a small editorial team.
Overview
As the Senior VFX Editor, you will play a key role in managing the editorial process for VFX shots, working closely with VFX Supervisors, Producers, and artists. In addition to handling technical workflows, you will also lead and mentor a small team of VFX editors, ensuring high standards and efficient processes across the board. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical expertise and leadership skills, and you will be based on-site at our Milan studio.
As the Senior VFX Editor, you will play a key role in managing the editorial process for VFX shots, working closely with VFX Supervisors, Producers, and artists. In addition to handling technical workflows, you will also lead and mentor a small team of VFX editors, ensuring high standards and efficient processes across the board. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical expertise and leadership skills, and you will be based on-site at our Milan studio.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage the entire VFX editorial process, ensuring all visual effects elements are correctly integrated and up-to-date with the latest edits.
- Lead and mentor a small team of VFX editors, providing guidance and support to ensure quality and productivity.
- Manage ingest, conform, and organization of all VFX plates, assets, and sequences.
- Track the progress of VFX shots throughout the pipeline, updating shot lists and ensuring accuracy in deliverables.
- Collaborate with production and editorial teams to align VFX shots with the current cut of the film or episode.
- Ensure color consistency, resolution, and frame rate accuracy across all shots and sequences.
- Handle turnovers, shot reviews, and prepare temp versions of VFX shots for internal and client presentations.
- Maintain detailed and organized shot files, ensuring proper naming conventions and metadata management.
- Troubleshoot editorial challenges and work with artists and production teams to resolve any technical issues that arise.
- Provide support for internal reels, marketing materials, and any additional editorial requirements for the studio.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a VFX Editor in film, TV, or high-end commercials.
- Advanced knowledge of editorial tools such as Hiero, Davinci Resolve, Nuke
- Strong understanding of VFX pipelines and post-production workflows.
- Excellent attention to detail, especially in managing shot lists, file organization, and version control.
- Proficiency in color management, frame rates, and resolution workflows.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
- This role is on-site at our Milan studio.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a creative, innovative, and international team.
- Lead a talented editorial team on high-profile projects.
- Work in a cutting-edge VFX environment at our Milan studio.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to support a growing team in the VFX industry, we want to hear from you!
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