Compositor (Freelancer)

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
• strong keying skills, with the ability to extract clean mattes, manage edge quality and deliver seamless output
  
  

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
• A working knowledge of the Hollywood pipeline is a must.
• Should have minimum of 5+ years of experience
  
  

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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