Studio: The Embassy
Job Opening: Lead Compositor
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Type: Full-Time
Responsibilities:
- Complete project compositing and 2d project management, involving compositing of VFX/CG elements, look development and the creation and integration of motion graphics.
- Working with supervisors to aid in pitching and quoting for new work.
- Working closely with the compositing & pipeline supervisors to research, develop and implement new technology and creative ideas.
- Attending shoots and assisting supervisors with their duties.
- Participating in technical and creative calls with directors and clients.
- Managing, mentoring and training junior artists in your teams.
- Managing dailies within their team of artists.
- Occasionally attend studio in-person to meet with your team & supervisors
Qualifications & Skills:
- A minimum of 5-6 years VFX industry experience in feature film, TV series or Commercials is required. 1-2 years in a Lead type role.
- Advanced experience in compositing with Nuke for complex vfx projects.
- Good working knowledge of Hiero or other timeline based software.
- Basic knowledge of onset VFX supervision techniques.
- Advanced knowledge of cg and compositing pipelines and processes.
- Excellent knowledge of Nuke’s 3D system.
- Advanced understanding of colorspace pipelines.
- Solid knowledge of cameras, film resolutions, aspect ratios and lenses.
- Coding experience in Python is an advantage.
- Excellent grasp of the whole filmmaking process from pre through to post.
- Strong understanding of the vfx process, and ability to bid work accurately.
- Strong leadership skills with excellent people and communication skills.
- A strong creative eye with artistic and creative problem solving skills.
- Sound aesthetic with good understanding of timing, color, light and composition.
- A critical eye for detail and an interest in art, photography and above all else filmmaking.
- A team player with a great attitude. Dependable and flexible.
- Takes feedback and direction well.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while exercising close attention to detail.
