Sony Pictures Animation · 3 days ago
Compositing Supervisor - Series
Los Angeles, California, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$3,055/wk - $3,300/wk
5+ years expSony Pictures Animation is an animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series. The Compositing Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the lighting and compositing work done by vendor partners on television CG animated series, ensuring visual consistency and high-quality output while collaborating with various creative leads.
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Responsibilities
Ensure artistic vision alignment with the creative leadership (e.g., Art Director, Showrunners)
Supervise a team of lighting and compositing artists, providing creative direction, feedback, and mentorship to ensure high-quality deliverables
Design and execute complex lighting setups for 2D or 3D animated scenes, optimizing for mood, atmosphere, and narrative impact
Oversee compositing workflows, including layering, color correction, effects integration, and final shot assembly, ensuring seamless visual continuity
Ensure consistency of lighting and compositing across episodes, maintaining a cohesive look despite varying sequences or environments
Review and approve lighting and compositing shots for quality control, ensuring they meet broadcast standards and creative expectations
Coordinate with post-production teams to ensure a smooth handoff of assets for final editing and delivery
Stay current on industry trends and emerging technologies with the Global VFX Supervisor to enhance production efficiency and visual quality
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Animation, Film, Visual Effects, a related field, or equivalent professional experience
A minimum of 5 years of experience in lighting and compositing for animation or visual effects, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role
Proven expertise in industry-standard software, such as Nuke, Maya, Arnold, Blender, Houdini, After Effects, or equivalent tools
Strong understanding of lighting principles, color theory, and cinematography, with the ability to translate artistic concepts into technical execution
Experience managing render pipelines and optimizing workflows for large-scale animation or VFX projects
Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience mentoring teams and fostering collaboration in fast-paced production environments
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose creative solutions
Strong communication skills to liaise with directors, animators, and other department leads to ensure cohesive project execution
Familiarity with TV animation production schedules and the ability to deliver high-quality work on schedule
A portfolio showcasing a range of lighting and compositing work, with an emphasis on animated series or similar projects
A passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail in creating visually compelling animation
Preferred
Knowledge of scripting (e.g., Python, MEL) to automate workflows or customize tools is a plus
Benefits
This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement.
Company
Sony Pictures Animation
Sony Pictures Animation engages in the development and production of computer-generated features for Sony Pictures Entertainment.
51-200 employees
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