Zoic Studios
BC, 2D Senior Compositor
Job Summary
This role is for a Senior Compositor specializing in Nuke, with responsibilities including integrating multiple layers into live action shots, performing tasks such as 2D tracking, matte extraction, and color grading. The candidate should have strong shot finishing skills and experience with CG integration within a production pipeline. Collaboration, artistic direction, and meeting deadlines are essential, along with proficiency in related software like Maya, Houdini, or Unreal. The position offers an opportunity to work on episodic streaming projects, either remotely or from the studio in Vancouver, with a focus on quality and technical excellence.
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2D Senior Compositor
This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.
This position is based in Vancouver. All applicants MUST reside in British Columbia, Canada.
About Zoic
Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.
Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team!
Why Join Zoic?
- We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio.
- We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques.
- We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry.
- We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds.
Position Overview
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.
• members. 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.
Additional information
- British Columbia Senior Employees Pay Range: $50 - $65(The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)
- Candidates MUST be located in British Columbia, Canada. At the moment this is a remote (work from home) position with the option of working within our studio.
- Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
- All remote positions require the candidate to have a reliable internet connection via ethernet and work on Pacific Standard Time.
- This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
- Due to the sheer volume of applications, we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.
Zoic Studios
A visual effects and animation studio creating content for film, television, and advertising industries.
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