Compositor

Barnstorm VFX; Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta (CA, NY, GA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading visual effects studio in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Nuke Compositor for remote work. The role requires 5+ years in a photo-real VFX environment and advanced knowledge of Nuke. Responsibilities include integrating elements with production footage and collaborating with other departments under tight deadlines. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to high-quality work and artistic excellence. Competitive contract offering with local benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a photo-real VFX environment, preferably episodic.
• Advanced knowledge of Nuke.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Integrate elements with production footage using compositing techniques.
• Collaborate with other departments to complete tasks under tight deadlines.
• Deliver high-quality work and troubleshoot technical problems.

Skills

Nuke Compositing techniques

Problem-solving skills

Mocha

Silhouette

Ability to work quickly and accurately

Job description

Barnstorm is an Emmy and VES-nominated visual effects studio based in Los Angeles and operations in Vancouver, Montreal, NYC, Atlanta, London, and Hyderabad. We provide photo-realistic visual effects for a variety of episodic and select sequences in feature films. We pride ourselves in our artists’ talent and dedication to producing world-class visual effects.

Who You Are

You are an experienced Nuke Compositor ready to jump into an exciting studio environment with a wide variety of projects. You have an advanced knowledge of Nuke Compositing techniques and a firm photographic grasp of light, depth of field, distortion, and motion blur. You have a strong creative vision and want to contribute those skills to a growing team and company.

What You’ll Do

• Effectively and seamlessly integrate elements with production footage, using rotoscoping, keying, painting, tracking, and other compositing techniques
• Along with Leads, Supervisors, and other artists, collaborate with other departments to complete assigned tasks under tight deadlines and fast turnaround times.
• Deliver consistently high-quality work and troubleshoot technical problems on assigned shots.
• Strive for excellence in terms of aesthetic and technical work.
• Take direction from Compositing Supervisors, Leads and VFX Producers to execute clients' vision to the highest standards.

What You Bring

• 5+ years working in a photo real VFX environment; episodic experience preferred
• Advance knowledge of Nuke
• Mocha, Silhouette, experience preferred
• An ability to work with speed and accuracy in a high volume, fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving skills, resourceful and able to take on various levels of task responsibilities
• A thorough understanding of both feature film and television VFX production pipelines
• An ability to interpret supervisor and client notes quickly and independently

About This Role

This is a remote based role. Benefit plans are dependent on the local plan offering and employment status. Barnstorm VFX is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team that provides a meaningful work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Indigenous people, people of color, people of all genders or non-genders, and people with disabilities of all types are encouraged to apply. We thank everyone for their interest and application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Art/Creative
• Industries: Movies, Videos, and Sound