At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead creative compositing projects and guide your team to achieve stunning visual effects.
- Company: Join ILM, a leader in innovative filmmaking and visual effects.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on collaboration and creativity.
- Why this job: Be part of a passionate team creating groundbreaking films that inspire audiences worldwide.
- Qualifications: Strong Nuke knowledge and experience in VFX pipeline; leadership skills are a plus.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Lead Compositor - ILM London
Position Summary We are looking for a Lead Compositor who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.
The Lead Compositor is responsible for providing creative and technical guidance for assigned shots, collaborating with other departments as well as maintaining the overall quality for shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work.
The Lead will be accountable and responsible for the morale of the people on your show as well as being forthcoming with expectations of those on your show.
Applicants must be available to commence employment in October 2026.
What You'll Do
- Work with the Compositing Supervisor and Visual Effects Supervisor to evaluate the creative and technical approach for assigned shots.
- Work with Production in the estimation of schedules, and in staffing requirements including assessing individuals' skills and delegating work appropriately.
- Maintain the overall quality (look, colour balance) for shots and sequences.
- Independently provide solutions to technical and aesthetic problems, with minimal direction.
- Empower team members to collaborate inclusively, build community and a sense of belonging.
- Being accountable and responsible for the morale of the people on your show; being forthcoming with expectations of those on your show.
What We're Looking For
- Strong knowledge of Nuke.
- Familiarity with using Linux systems.
- Ability to write Nuke gizmos and/or plugins is a plus.
- Composed and able to work graciously under intense time pressure.
- Have a deep understanding of the general VFX pipeline.
- Previous experience in look development and sequence supervision is beneficial.
- Collaborating within, across and outside your show, and using situational awareness to make timely decisions for your show with the studio and the company in mind at all times.
A current resume is required.
This role is Hybrid, which means the employee will be required to work a minimum of 2 days on-site per week at a Company designated location, and occasionally from home.
- Job Posting Segment: ILM London
- Job Posting Primary Business: ILM London
- Job Posting Primary Job Posting Category: Compositing - Studios
- Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: London, United Kingdom
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Lead Compositor - ILM London employer: 9151 ILM (UK) Ltd.
At ILM (UK) Ltd., we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that encourages creativity and innovation. As a FaceSwap VFX Supervisor, you will not only lead cutting-edge projects in a hybrid work environment but also have ample opportunities for professional growth and mentorship within a globally renowned team. Our commitment to employee development and collaboration ensures that you will thrive in your role while contributing to groundbreaking visual effects.
