Freelance Compositor
Outpost VFX
About the Role
As a freelance compositor, you will be working alongside other members of the 2D team and will be responsible for delivering world-class level shots, combining live-action and CG elements, matching the vision and creative direction of the Visual Effects Supervisor throughout various high-end film and TV projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Working in collaboration with the 2D Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots
- Taking briefs and direction from Leads and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots in the best and most efficient way possible
- Balancing the creative and technical aspects of the assigned shots
- Ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines
- Taking responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback
- Meeting schedules and show deadlines
Requirements & Tech Stack
Required Skills
- Strong ability in all aspects of compositing in Nuke, integrating 2D, 3D and live-action elements to a high-end visual effects standard
- Strong eye for detail, composition, understanding of color and lighting
- Able to understand and apply shot notes
- Strong communication, organization, interpersonal skills
- A pro-active, collaborative and team-oriented work ethic
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve
Desirable Skills
- Working knowledge of the overall VFX Pipeline
- Knowledge about practical lighting and photography
- Experience using ShotGrid
- Experience using Linux
- TCL Expressions and Python

