Motion Graphic Designer (GFX)
The BlockSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, Post-ProductionIndustries
Requirements
- Minimum ten (10) years of VFX post-production experience
- Previous experience as a CG or Comp Supervisor, Senior Department Supervisor, or Sequence Supervisor on a minimum of three (3) to five (5) high-end feature films
- Excellent creative eye and aesthetic judgment
- Ability to sell creative solutions and ideas to clients and VFX Supervisors
- Ability to reduce complex problems to their most simple solutions
- Thorough understanding of the complete VFX pipeline
- Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
- Expert in Maya, Nuke, Houdini, and/or Clarisse, and proficient in other industry-standard software
- Strong creative eye with a deep sense of composition, realism, and cinematic language
- Broad technical expertise across both 2D and 3D workflows (compositing, lighting, FX, simulation, rendering, environments, animation)
- Proven ability to lead supervisors and senior artists, inspiring trust and accountability
- Excellent communication skills; able to “translate” between creative direction and technical execution
- Skilled in decision-making: balancing creative vision with production constraints
- Big-picture mindset
Responsibilities
- Translate the VFX Supervisor’s creative direction into actionable plans for internal teams
- Provide feedback and approvals across sequences/shots, ensuring consistency and quality
- Guide technical decisions on pipeline, FX methodologies, and rendering strategies
- Oversee the daily work of CG, Comp, and other departments on the show to ensure smooth execution
- Anticipate and resolve workflow issues across departments
- Balance creative ambitions with schedule, budget, and technical feasibility
- Identify creative, technical, or resourcing risks early and partner with producers to mitigate them
- Ensure delivery of highest-quality work to the client through rigorous internal reviews
- Align show decisions with Eyeline's broader operational goals
- Partner with Heads of 2D/3D, pipeline, and TDs to maintain global standards while adapting workflows for show needs
- Implement strategies that improve efficiency, consistency, and scalability across projects
- Monitor progress against milestones and escalate risks early
- Mentor and develop leads and supervisors, reinforcing standards of supervision
- Act as the anchor of the show supervision team, ensuring collaboration and cohesion
- Represent the supervisory team in communication with production
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience is required for the DFX Supervisor role?
Candidates need a minimum of ten years of VFX post-production experience and previous experience as a CG or Comp Supervisor, Senior Department Supervisor, or Sequence Supervisor on at least three to five high-end feature films.
What technical skills are required for this position?
Expertise in Maya, Nuke, Houdini, and/or Clarisse is required, along with proficiency in other industry-standard software and a thorough understanding of the complete VFX pipeline.
What are the key soft skills needed for the DFX Supervisor?
An excellent creative eye and aesthetic judgment, ability to sell creative solutions to clients and VFX Supervisors, and the ability to reduce complex problems to simple solutions are essential.
What is the employment type for this role?
This is a regular employment position.
What makes a strong candidate for the DFX Supervisor position?
Strong candidates will have 10+ years of VFX experience on high-end features, prior supervisory roles, expertise in key tools like Maya and Houdini, and proven leadership in aligning creative and technical teams under pressure.
Scanline VFX
Provides visual effects and real-time production
About Scanline VFX
Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.
Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.
Differentiation
Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.
Upsides
Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.
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