Industrial Light & Magic
Lead Compositor - ILM London
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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.
- Be accountable and responsible for the morale of the people on your show; be forthcoming with expectations of those on your show.
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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.
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As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. 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.
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