About the role
Role Overview
Framestore is a multi Oscar-winning creative studio collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process. The studio focuses on innovative creative solutions to support director visions and set new standards for visual effects in cinema. Compositors seamlessly integrate all layers or elements of a shot, including live-action and computer graphic elements, working closely with Visual Effects Supervisors and CG Supervisors.
Responsibilities
- Work in collaboration with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach to assigned shots.
- Take briefs and direction from Lead Compositors and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots.
- Integrate 2D, 3D and live action elements to high-end visual effects film standard.
- Meet schedules and show deadlines.
- Maintain ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines.
- Take responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors.
- Balance the creative and technical aspects of each shot.
- Work with a good knowledge of color space principles.
Requirements
- An excellent working knowledge of and production experience with Nuke.
- A familiarity with stereo compositing and working with multiple render passes.
- Excellent organization, communication and interpersonal skills.
- A pro-active and collaborative work ethic.
- A strong eye for detail, composition, color and lighting.
- The ability to multitask, prioritize and problem solve.
- An understanding of color space principles.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Knowledge of practical lighting for photography.
- A working knowledge of the overall VFX pipeline.
- Experience in dealing and communicating with clients.
- Programming and coding experience and knowledge.
Work Environment and Culture
- Employment Type: Hybrid.
- Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
- Inclusivity: Framestore is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from individuals of all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences.
- Accessibility: The Montreal studio has universal access, including step-free entry, accessible toilets, and quiet spaces. Accommodations are available for the application and recruitment process.
- Approach: Framestore does not use artificial intelligence to screen candidates; all applications are reviewed manually. The company emphasizes that requirements are guidelines rather than hard rules and encourages applicants with transferable skills to apply.