Our Vancouver, BC location is interested in hearing from Senior Compositors for a Short Term Contract, starting ASAP.

The Nuke compositors will have strong shot finishing skills for a variety of episodic streaming projects across different services. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled using Nuke within a production pipeline with strong CG integration capabilities.

Must be able to collaborate well within a small team and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. Compositors will take direction from the VFX and Compositing Supervisors.

Responsibilities:

• Integrate multiple layers and/or elements into live action shots.
• Perform all tasks associated with the compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, 2.5D camera projection, layering of elements, Nuke 3D workflow and color grading on moderately difficult to difficult shots. 
• Maintain the overall look, quality and color balance for all assigned shots and/or sequences.
• Maintain clean and efficient script organization.
• Work within the pipeline of the show/company.
• An updated reel with your most up to date work (that can be released) and shot breakdown for our supervisors to review.
• Strong knowledge of Nuke Compositing and experience with medium and large scale productions a plus.
• Eye for color and composition.
• Ability to take artistic direction and not afraid to ask questions or gain clarity. 
• Proactively communicate with Supervisors and Production to ensure all necessary individuals and departments are aware of shot status and potential issues. 
• Address internal/external notes from supervisors and clients.
• Work with Production to ensure internal and external deadlines and deliveries are met within assigned hours.  
• Attend dailies and other meetings as required.
• Attend and contribute to interviews and recruiting events as requested. 

Qualifications:

• Proficient in Nuke
• Knowledge of projection, 2.5D camera projection, matte painting integration, CG integration, Nuke 3D workflow, EXR integration, rig removal
• Knowledge and experience in 3D multi-pass rendering techniques and color space concepts
• Working knowledge of Maya, Houdini and/or Unreal a plus
• Expert eye for color and composition
• Ability to take artistic direction and take shots to final.
• Works well with tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Highly organized
• Problem solving capabilities with a “solution-driven” attitude.
• Strong attention to detail and follow through.
• Experience in fast-paced environment
• Past experience mentoring junior artists.

Bonus points

• Python/scripting experience.
• Familiarity using Shotgun/Shotgrid.