Studio: Rodeo FX
Job Opening: Compositing Artist
Location: Montreal, QC, Canada
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Compositing on simple to complex shots at various stages of production including pre-comps, lineups, 2D tracking, 2D effects, keying extractions, integration and color correction;
- Resolve visual, artistic and technical issues when possible or pass on information to the appropriate department (modelling, texture, 3D lighting, etc.);
- Ensure the consistency of the final composition of the elements of a visual effects shot;
- Harmonize the creative and technical aspects of each shot;
- Integrate the 2D and 3D elements in order to produce photorealistic images that meet Rodeo’s high quality standards;
- Work closely with the Compositing Supervisor and Lead to find creative and technical solutions and approaches that enhance shots, while meeting project specifications and deadlines;
- May participate in the development of tools and techniques for the department;
- Perform quality control on shots before they are submitted for review/approval, ensuring all technical and creative standards are met, and promptly apply notes received;
- Keep Production and the project team informed of the status of work, issues to be resolved, ramifications of problems encountered and recommend potential solutions;
- Ensure deadlines are met, advising the project team promptly if delays could be expected.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience in a similar position, within the VFX industry;
- Excellent knowledge of Nuke software;
- Proficiency in photographic shooting including knowledge of color, lighting (reflection, refraction, shadows), perspective and composition;
- Excellent sense of prioritization and respect of deadlines.
