Black Kite Studios
Nuke Compositor - Mid Level
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We are BLACK KITE we are the FUTURE
Black Kite is an independent creative studio offering world-class visual effects and design. We are a talent-first, technology-inspired studio.
Our community is home to a collective of world-class talent. A group of artists, creators, designers, producers, and technologists that have come together to make exceptional artistic visual content.
What is IMPORTANT to US
We are going to try new things and break some rules.
Our ethos is to build a creative community which has our people and our culture at its heart. We are a community born of the belief that great work should be accessible to all who seek it.
We believe in a community where people can develop and succeed, we believe in creating a sustainable studio model where we look after our people and inspire them to create the extraordinary.
We believe in taking good care of the environment. We are people who insist on living and working well. We don't just say it, we’re doing it!
The BLACK KITE CULTURE
We are creating a team of world-class talent, working with the best creative clients, and building an exciting future for everyone who is part of the Black Kite adventure.
We are a studio which has our people and our culture at its heart. We are proud of our people, our work, and our space. We are committed to developing a sustainable creative community.
We want to create an environment where trying new things is not only possible but exciting and different.
Our purpose is to make brilliant creative work that engages audiences and lives long in the memory. We love what we do, so we want to have fun while we’re doing it.
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The 2D ARTIST ROLE at BLACK KITE
As a 2D Artist at Black Kite, you are responsible for delivering creative excellence from pitch through to delivery, across a range of high-profile creative VFX projects. You work closely with VFX Supervisors and Leads to seamlessly integrate all layers or elements of a shot, including live-action and CG elements.
You will establish looks for visual effects shots, driving both the creative and technical approach. You have knowledge of a range of compositing techniques and workflows. You will collaborate with the VFX Team and Producers to deliver outstanding VFX work on time and on budget.
Your responsibilities include:
- Create outstanding creative VFX work!
- Seamlessly integrate live action and computer-generated elements into visual effects shots that realize the vision and creative direction of our clients.
- Develop visual solutions for a broad range of shots in collaboration with the VFX Supervisor and other artists.
- Use a wide range of compositing techniques and processes including but not limited to: 2D tracking, matte extraction, layering of elements, and colour grading to produce beautiful work.
- Collaborate and proactively communicate with the wider VFX team to ensure we deliver creative excellence at all times.
Why YOU?
- You have a history of delivering outstanding VFX work across Commercials, TV, or Film.
- You have strong working knowledge of Flame or Nuke and other industry-standard compositing software.
- You have a great eye and a problem-solving attitude.
- You are a team player and an excellent problem solver.
- You are ambitious and strive to deliver excellence at all times.
- You have a strong understanding of the whole VFX pipeline.
- You are keen to learn and always look for opportunities to expand your skills.
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Why US?
- We want you to grow with us and help us create a sustainable future for everyone who is part of the Black Kite family.
- We believe in talent, creativity, and innovation. We believe that Creativity is the differentiator, it sits at the very heart of everything we do and the reason why Black Kite was born.
- We back ourselves to grow and be the best, to always improve, but never lose sight of our values and principles. We care about our people.
- At Black Kite, we look out for each other and believe in doing things the right way. We place importance on a code of shared ethics and treating people fairly and with respect.
- We are committed to supporting you and your ongoing career development. We will work closely with you to establish your personal progression plan. You are never on your own.
- We believe in the power of teamwork and togetherness to achieve the extraordinary – Once a Kite always a Kite.
- We are big on ambition. We are excited about the future.
Black Kite Studios are committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of recruitment and employment regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marriage and civil partnership, race, religion or belief, gender identity, or disability (whether registered as disabled or not). If you would like to know more on how we approach equal opportunities, please let us know.
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