Please note: This is for a 3 month contract staring mid - to late July 2024, due to the nature of the contract length we cannot consider candidates outside for the UK at this time. Please only apply if you live in the UK and can come to the studio 1-3 days a week. The Integrated Advertising Division in London are looking for a Lead/Senior Compositor to work across Advertising, Episodic & Immersive.
Compositors seamlessly integrate all the layers or elements of a shot, including live-action and computer graphic elements. Compositors work closely with Visual Effects Supervisors and CG Supervisors to composite the numerous elements that complete visual-effects shots.
Responsibilities:
1. Working in collaboration with the Head of 2D and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots
2. Giving briefs and direction to the team with the aid of the VFX Supervisors in order to ensure the appropriate execution of shots
3. Training and mentoring of more junior artists
4. Integrating 2D, 3D and live action elements to high-end visual effects tv/film standard
5. Meeting schedules and show deadlines
6. Ongoing communication with Production and the team regarding schedules and deadlines
7. Taking responsibility for the teams' workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors
8. Balancing the creative and technical aspects of each shot
9. Working with a good knowledge of colour space principles
Essential Skills:
10. An excellent working knowledge of and production experience with Nuke
11. Experience in a similar position within Episodic or film VFX
12. A familiarity with stereo compositing and working with multiple render passes
13. Previous experience leading or mentoring a team
14. Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills
15. A pro-active and collaborative work ethic
16. A strong eye for detail, composition, colour and lighting
17. The ability to multitask, prioritise and problem solve
18. An understanding of colour space principles
19. A working knowledge of the overall VFX pipeline
Desirable Skills:
20. Knowledge of practical lighting for photography
21. Experience in dealing and communicating with clients
22. Programming and coding experience and knowledge
23. Experience working on episodic/long form projects.
24. On-set experience.
Our Commitment
Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities, and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.
Application Process
To apply, please complete the linked application form or submit your resume and portfolio to careers@ with the subject line: [Lead Compositor - Advertising, Episodic & Immersive - London].
Application Deadline
Monday 1st July 2024