Job Posting Title:
Compositor - ILM VancouverReq ID:
10152559Job Description:
This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.
Compositors combine live action and computer generated elements into visual effects shots that realize the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The Compositor helps maintain the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client.
We are looking for a creative who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, team-oriented mentality and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.
What You’ll DoAlongside Compositing Supervisor and VFX Supervisor, evaluates creative and technical approach for assigned shots
Performs all tasks associated with the Compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, layering of elements, and colour grading on moderately difficult to very difficult shots
Maintains the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work
Ability to work collaboratively with artists from other disciplines
At least 3 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education
Strong knowledge of Nuke
Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and colour
Ability to work gracefully under pressure to meet deadlines
Strong sense of composition, colour and design
Demo reel + shot breakdown required
Ideal candidate has strong fine arts foundation skills, such as photography and photographic lighting
Nice to have:
Familiarity with using Unix systems
Ability to write Nuke gizmos and/or plugins
Python and/or C++ experience
Feature Animation experience
As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.
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Job Posting Segment:
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ILM VancouverPrimary Job Posting Category:
Compositing - StudiosEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Vancouver, BC, CanadaAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-05-27Skills Required
- At least 3 years relevant professional VFX experience
- College level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR 5 years relevant experience in lieu of education
- Strong knowledge of Nuke
- Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and colour
- Demo reel + shot breakdown required
- Familiarity with using Unix systems
- Ability to write Nuke gizmos and/or plugins
- Python and/or C++ experience
- Feature Animation experience
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