Hasta La Motion!

Lead Compositor

Location: China, Beijing

Job Summary:
Reporting to the VFX Supervisor the Lead Compositor is responsible for leading the team
of Compositors throughout the VFX process. The Lead Compositor is also responsible
for developing looks and compositing processes required for individual projects.
Works within a very collaborative team environment that encourages open communication and
knowledge sharing.

Job duties and Responsibilities:
– Participate in the bidding process estimating time and resources required for VFX shots.
– Allocate shots and tasks to appropriate compositing artists.
– Communicate and collaborate with the VFX Supervisor and other members of the VFX team.
– Develop looks and techniques required for each project.
– Seek out new techniques and processes which help to increase efficiency and enhance
the overall look of a shot.
– Collaborate with the VFX technical staff to develop and enhance pipeline tools.
– Act as a mentor and teacher to the more junior staff.
– Integrate CG and live action elements seamlessly with background plate.
– Enhancing, extending and duplicating elements in a photo-realistic manner.
– Work together with the VFX Supervisor and Senior VFX members scheduling staff
during production and also during downtime.
– Assist in covering the responsibilities of Senior VFX staff when required.
– Foresee, troubleshoot and communicate potential problems.
– Other duties as required.

Required Skills / Experience:
– 7+ years experience, preferably on feature films.
– An eye for composition, lighting and color with respect to photo-realistic integration.
– Ability to work and lead in a collaborative Team environment.
– Strong problem solving skills.
– Highly detail oriented.
– Demonstrated ability working with Shake, Nuke and/or Combustion.
– Strong communication skills, with the ability to take and apply direction.
– Effective individual time management skills with respect to sensitive deadlines.

Desired Skills:

– English speaking definitely an asset
– Fine Arts and or photography background a plus.
– Willing to relocate.

If you are interested in this position, please feel free to contact at technicolorbjhr@technicolor.com