Lead Stereo Compositor

7 months ago


Vancouver, Canada The Embassy Full time

**Are you a well-rounded Lead Stereo Compositor who is passionate about working on upcoming film, television and advertising projects? **The Embassy is hiring for a Lead Stereo Compositor to join their team**

**About The Embassy**

The Embassy is a Canadian, Oscar-nominated production house, specializing in live-action production, post-production, and animation for feature films, television, and commercials. We are an independent creative studio with expertise in visual effects and production. Located in the heart of Vancouver’s Digital District, we work with global production companies, agencies and brands, in film, television and advertising.

**Award-Winning**

We have crafted award-winning visual effects for the world’s most recognized brands and film franchises. Our work has received accolades including Oscar nominations and numerous VES, Cannes, D&AD, Clio & ADCC awards.

**About You**

You are an experienced Lead Stereo (3D) Compositor with an in-depth understanding of how to break down compositing scripts for stereo conversion into Nuke Minicomp and final render. You are able to lead a small team of Stereo (3D) Compositors independently. You have the confidence and ability to interact with clients, often with a great deal of diplomacy to achieve a result which is satisfactory to all. In this regard you are a great all-rounder, with the ability to complete smaller, less complex projects on your own.

**Your Role**
- Perform all tasks associated with the stereo conversion process: incorporating roto, matte extraction, layering of elements, depth grading, compositing, painting and cleanup, and QC.
- Break down compositing scripts for stereo conversion
- Assisting supervisors with their duties.
- Participating in technical and creative calls with directors and clients.
- Managing, mentoring and training junior artists in your teams.
- Managing dailies within their team of artists.
- Occasionally attend studio in-person to meet with your team & supervisors

**Your Qualifications**
- A minimum of 5-6 years VFX industry experience in feature film, TV series or
Commercials is required. 1-2 years in a Lead type role.
- Experience as a Lead in Stereo Conversion is required.
- Advanced experience in compositing with Nuke for complex vfx projects.
- Advanced knowledge of cg and compositing pipelines and processes.
- Excellent knowledge of Nuke’s 3D system.
- Advanced understanding of colorspace pipelines.
- Solid knowledge of cameras, film resolutions, aspect ratios and lenses.
- Strong leadership skills with excellent people and communication skills.
- A strong creative eye with artistic and creative problem solving skills.
- Sound aesthetic with good understanding of timing, color, light and composition.
- A critical eye for detail and an interest in art, photography and above all else filmmaking.
- A team player with a great attitude. Dependable and flexible.
- Takes feedback and direction well. Ability to work under tight deadlines while exercising close attention to detail.

**We Offer**
- A fun and collaborative environment
- Emphasis on work/life balance
- Ample cross-training opportunities

**Salary Range**: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour.

**The Embassy Visual Effects Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.


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