Senior Compositor at Scanline VFX

London, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Visual Effects, FilmIndustries

Requirements

  • 4+ years live-action feature film or episodic compositing experience
  • Expert Nuke Skills and knowledge of compositing workflows
  • General understanding of 3D computer graphics, including modeling, lighting, and animation
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills; Ability to take direction positively and communicate effectively
  • Traditional art, photography, and film background (preferred)
  • Python, Blinkscript, or C++ experience (preferred)
  • Nuke particle experience, 360 VR or Array Compositing experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate closely with other Compositors and the Compositing Lead/Supervisor to establish looks and/or follow set style direction
  • Demonstrate a solid understanding of light, shadow, color, and shape to solve design and other visual challenges for key shots
  • Receive and implement feedback swiftly and effectively while maintaining production guidelines
  • Ensure shots are delivered to the highest standard and on schedule through effective teamwork and superior problem-solving skills
  • Share knowledge, techniques, and mentor fellow compositors to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment
  • Understand and be adept at troubleshooting complex compositing scripts and escalating issues as needed
  • Utilize and share core knowledge of 2D image manipulation processes such as tracking, color correction, depth of field, retiming, warping, and photographic optical effects to achieve photorealistic composites

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

NukeCompositingPythonBlinkScript3D Modeling3D Lighting3D AnimationTrackingColor CorrectionDepth of FieldRetimingWarping

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary for the Senior Compositor position?

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Is this a remote position or is there a specific location required?

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What skills are required for the Senior Compositor role?

The role requires 4+ years of live-action feature film or episodic compositing experience, expert Nuke skills and knowledge of compositing workflows, and a general understanding of 3D computer graphics including modeling, lighting, and animation. Outstanding organizational and time management skills, ability to take direction positively, and effective communication are also essential.

What is the company culture like at Scanline VFX?

Scanline VFX encourages a collaborative and inclusive environment where great ideas come from everyone, actively promoting team members to ask questions and present ideas. They seek explorers open to testing, learning, and iterating.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Compositor role?

Strong candidates will have 4+ years of live-action compositing experience, expert Nuke skills, 3D knowledge, and soft skills like organization and communication. Preferred qualifications include traditional art/photography/film background, Python/Blinkscript/C++ experience, and specialized Nuke skills like particles or 360 VR compositing.

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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