Visual Effects Artist

3 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Framestore Full time
Compositor Job Description

Framestore's Melbourne studio is seeking an experienced Compositor to join their team. As a Compositor, you will be responsible for seamlessly integrating all elements and layers of a shot, whether live action or computer generated.

This role requires candidates to be based in or willing to relocate to Melbourne, Australia.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Collaborate with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots
  • Integrate 2D, 3D, and live action elements to high-end visual effects film standard
  • Take briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots
  • Communicate with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines
  • Manage own workload, time management, and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors
  • Balance creative and technical aspects of each shot
  • Work with a good knowledge of colour space principles
  • Hold a degree or diploma aligning to the position
  • Have at least 2 years of previous experience working in a film VFX pipeline
  • 5 years of full-time work experience will substitute formal qualifications if none are available
  • Have a strong understanding of contemporary compositing techniques
  • Demonstrate talent for the seamless integration of live action and CG source
  • Have a strong eye for detail, composition, colour, and lighting
  • Work within a production pipeline and display strong creative approaches and problem-solving
  • Be fluent in Nuke and/or other node-based compositing software
  • Have a critical eye for detail, composition, colour, and lighting
  • Be able to consistently produce work of a high standard and accept and enact feedback
  • Be flexible and able to work within timelines – ability to reasonably estimate time and evaluate scope for jobs
  • Be able to quickly interpret supervisors' briefs and devise effective solutions

Framestore is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We aim to create an inclusive and supportive work environment that allows our employees to thrive.



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