Compositor

6 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

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Job Details

Job description

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

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