Compositor - VFX

FLEXIBILITY: Cinesite has transitioned to a flexible way of working, embracing workplace shifts spurred by the pandemic.

Going forward, we don’t see remote-working as something that needs to come to an end; we will be embracing it. Our aims are simply to work with the best talent, making the best VFX & animation. In short, the blended model of working-from-home mixed with working in the studio is here to stay! Full details of our flexible way of working plan can be found here https://www.cinesite.com/flexibility/

The Role: You should be motivated and well-organized, with the desire to work within a fast-paced team of highly-skilled and experienced artists.

DUTIES AND RESPONSABILITIES:

• Work with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots.
• Take briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots.
• Integrate 2D and live action elements to high-end visual effects standard.
• Work with CG renders, both lighting & FX where applicable.
• Meet schedules and show deadlines.
• Communicate clearly with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines.
• Take responsibility for workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors.
• Balance the creative and technical aspects of assigned shots.
  

We would like to hear from you if you have the following:

• Experience completing compositing tasks in Nuke.
• A good understanding of photographic principles and CG Compositing techniques is essential.
• Ability to demonstrate experience of working on high end projects within a film post-production environment.
• Familiarity with Linux and Windows Operating Systems.
• Excellent communication skills, the ability to work well in a team and a sound knowledge of post-production for films.
• Working experience on stereoscopic projects, either stereoscopic compositing or conversion of monoscopic footage to stereo, is advantageous but not essential.
• Knowledge of color space principles.
• The ability to work well within a team environment and take direction from Cinesite’s Producers and Supervisors as appropriate.

What can we offer?

Cinesite offers a positive, creative environment where the world’s leading animation and effects artists are encouraged and supported to develop and produce challenging, world leading, award winning work.

If you want to be part of the Cinesite story, please submit your application as an online submission via this website. If your candidacy is successful, you will be contacted shortly, if it is not retained for this position it will stay on file for future opportunities.