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Digital Compositor - Expression of Interest

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in digital compositing within the visual effects industry. Proficiency in Nuke. Familiarity with Mocha or 3D tracking (a plus). Good understanding of photographic principles (light, color, reflections, etc.). Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Positive attitude, diligence, autonomy, attention to detail. Team spirit and willingness to contribute to the department's growth. Bonus: knowledge of Flow.

About the job

Please note: While we currently have no open positions, this posting allows you to express your interest in future opportunities.

The Digital Compositor is responsible for assembling visual elements of a visual effects shot to ensure artistic and technical coherence. This role involves various stages of the 2D pipeline to deliver believable, polished, and photorealistic images. The position requires precision, creativity, and a strong mastery of Nuke. The artist collaborates closely with supervision, production teams, and other departments, actively contributing to the final quality of projects.

Main Responsibilities

Mastery of Craft

  • Execute assigned digital compositing tasks accurately and efficiently, adhering to Rodeo FX standards.
  • Create masks (rotoscoping) and implement clean plate techniques, retouching, and technical rig removal.
  • Manage the entire 2D pipeline: pre-compositions, element synchronization, grain removal/addition, 2D tracking, compositing, color corrections, integration.
  • Apply appropriate methods and tools based on shot requirements.
  • Meet production priorities, deliverables, and deadlines.

Creative Quality

  • Seamlessly and realistically integrate 2D and 3D elements.
  • Maintain visual consistency of shots in line with the artistic vision of the project.
  • Collaborate with the supervisor and lead to enhance the visual aspects of shots.
  • Propose simple, elegant solutions to creative challenges encountered.
  • Adjust compositions to maximize visual impact.

Technical Quality

  • Deliver clean, optimized, and technically robust shots.
  • Identify and resolve technical issues independently.
  • Notify relevant departments of upstream problems.
  • Quickly apply feedback received.
  • Conduct rigorous quality control before submission.

Communication

  • Communicate clearly and regularly with production and the supervision team.
  • Share useful information to ensure smooth project progression.
  • Actively participate in daily reviews and follow-up meetings.
  • Maintain a constructive and calm demeanor, even under pressure.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues and other departments.

Learn, Share, and Evolve

  • Stay informed about new tools, techniques, and practices in the industry.
  • Test and adopt more effective methods throughout projects.

About Rodeo FX

Frequently recognized as one of Montreal's top employers and recipient of the 2022 Mercuriades award for Employer of the Year - Large Enterprise, Rodeo FX is a high-end creative company with over 15 years of experience providing visual effects, animation, and advertising services. Nominated for multiple Emmy® Awards for its work on series such as Stranger Things Season 4, The Witcher Season 2, and The Lord of The Rings: The Rings of Power Season 1, this Oscar®-winning independent studio employs nearly 900 artists across studios in Montreal, Quebec, Toronto, Los Angeles, and Paris. Rodeo FX partners with some of the world's leading storytellers, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros., and Sony, and has collaborated on advertisements for YouTube, NBC, and Apple. Current projects include Blue Beetle, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, and Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon.

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