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Double Negative Visual Effects

Summary

DNEG is seeking Compositors for their VFX team who will work closely with VFX Supervisors and 2D Supervisors to composite live-action and computer graphic elements. The job requires following production methodologies, developing creative approaches to problem-solving, and performing all aspects of composite FX design. The job has three levels: Junior, Mid, and Senior Compositor, each with different experience requirements. The ideal candidate should have a critical eye for details, be a strong communicator, professional, pro-active, team-oriented, adaptable, and calm under pressure. DNEG is a leading visual effects and animation company with worldwide offices and studios.

Job description

Position at DNEG

Compositors at DNEG work closely with VFX Supervisors and 2D Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete a visual effect shot, including live-action and computer graphic elements.

The work will vary from blue/green screen extractions to complex CG integration. Taking part in client reviews and daily sessions, our Compositors follow production methodologies and develop creative approaches to problem-solving while also performing all aspects of composite FX design.

Junior Compositor

Must have

  • Minimum of 1-year VFX industry experience as a compositor on live action feature films or TV series
  • Experience as a Roto and Prep Artist
  • Experience using Nuke
  • A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lighting
  • Showreel demonstrating a range of work including plate-based compositing, set extensions, FX and CG integration

 

Mid Compositor

Must have

  • Minimum of 2 years VFX industry experience as a compositor on high end live-action feature films
  • Experience using Nuke
  • A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lighting
  • Showreel demonstrating a wide range of high-end work including plate-based compositing, set extensions, FX and CG integration all finished to a high standard.
  • Must demonstrate a good eye for colour, composition and technical shot finishing and a proven ability to manage the complexity of work across multiple mid-level shots


Nice to have

  • Experience as a Roto and Prep Artist
  • Look development experience

 

Senior Compositor

Must have

  • Minimum of 6 years VFX industry experience as a compositor on high-end live-action feature films
  • Experience using Nuke
  • A knowledge and interest in photography and practical lighting
  • Showreel demonstrating a wide range of high-end work including plate-based compositing, set extensions, full CG shots, and FX and CG integration all finished to a high standard.
  • Must demonstrate a good eye for colour, composition and technical shot finishing and a proven ability to manage the complexity of work across multiple Senior level shots.


Nice to have

  • Experience as a Roto and Prep Artist
  • Deep compositing
  • Look development experience
  • Experience mentoring junior artists


About You

  • Critical eye for details
  • Strong communicator
  • Professional
  • Pro-active
  • Team orientated
  • Adaptable
  • Calm under pressure


About Us
We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 10,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

Location: Sydney, Australia

Country: Australia

Date found: 2023-05-21

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