Senior Compositing Artist (VFX)

TL;DR

Senior Compositing Artist (Nuke): Creating high-quality digital composites for feature films, television, and commercials with an accent on photoreal VFX and visual consistency. Focus on advanced 2D/3D tracking, matte extraction, and mentoring junior artists to maintain high production standards.

Location: Hybrid (Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand)

Company

A dynamic VFX studio known for delivering exceptional photoreal work across film and television.

What you will do

• Lead the creation of high-quality digital composites from brief to final delivery.
• Perform advanced 2D/3D tracking, matte extraction, element layering, and color grading.
• Execute digital matte painting and professional roto/paint work.
• Collaborate with the VFX Supervisor and Compositing Lead on look development and shot aesthetics.
• Mentor junior artists and contribute to pipeline development and process documentation.

Requirements

• 5+ years of compositing experience in feature films, television, or commercials.
• Advanced Nuke skills, including Gizmos, Groups, script optimization, and template setup.
• Strong grasp of cinematography, photography, and color science principles.
• Proven ability to interpret creative notes and execute visual intent.
• Effective communication and time management skills under production pressure.

Nice to have

• Basic Python scripting knowledge.

Culture & Benefits

• Culture built on kindness, curiosity, teamwork, and creativity.
• Varied and challenging projects across a wide range of media.
• Regular team events and a supportive social environment.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for all staff and contractors.

Hiring process

• Currently seeking expressions of interest for the studio's professional network.
• Submission of a professional reel and CV for future project matching.