Compositing Supervisor
Compositing Department Supervisor Status: Non-Exempt Classification: Full time
Purpose of the job
The Compositing Supervisor has 8+ years of overall compositing experience (including at least 6 years in a Lead or Supervisory capacity) and a strong command of Nuke software. They are responsible for managing a team of Compositors and Leads to create final approved composite images meeting or exceeding client expectations. The Compositing Supervisor guides their team in both creative and technical aspects - including advanced color management, scripting, cross-departmental pipelines, and AI/ML workflows - to deliver work on time and on budget for the project.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
- Assists Producer in bidding and scheduling work for the Compositing team.
- Evaluates staffing needs, conducts skill gap analysis, and collaborates on proactive team-building
and talent acquisition strategies with the Producer and Manager.
- Reviews and interviews potential candidates with the Department Supervisor and Manager.
- Determines technical approaches, pipelines, and color management standards (including ACES
and OpenColorIO workflows) for compositing on assigned shows.
- Establishes direct technical workflows and cross-departmental dependencies with DI / Color
Grading, Editorial, Digital Matte Painting , FX, and CG Lighting teams.
- Evaluates, tests, and oversees Machine Learning & AI Toolsets (such as neural network training
for roto, keying, and element extraction) to optimize workflows while maintaining studio IP and creative quality standards.
- Contributes directly to 2D pipeline development and automates repetitive tasks using basic to
intermediate scripting (e.g., Python, TCL, Nuke Gizmo/BlinkScript development).
- Oversees compositing look development, delegating to appropriate Leads or Senior Compositors.
- Attends Dailies, walkthroughs, and production meetings, acting as the primary representative
speaking on behalf of the compositing team.
- Acts as the key point person between Production, DFX, CG Supervisors, and the Compositing
crew.
- Assigns shots, monitors progress, and works with Production to assess required task durations.
- Ensures adherence to streaming and feature film delivery specs, color timing, and sequence
continuity.
- Identifies problems, implements effective technical solutions, and performs quality control on all
composites.
- Composites shots of any level of complexity as needed or as time allows.
- Provides long-term departmental mentoring, professional guidance, and in-depth crew evaluations
to the Artist Manager.
- Manages project wrap-out, including documentation, element archiving, and participation in show
Post-Mortems.
Education and/or Experience Required
- Minimum 8+ years of overall compositing experience, with at least 6 years in a Lead or
Supervisory capacity across film, episodic, or advertising.
- Expert-level understanding of Nuke compositing software. Python/TCL scripting and
gizmo/BlinkScript development is a plus.
- Deep expertise in modern color management frameworks (ACES and OpenColorIO / OCIO) and
color space conversions.
- Comprehensive understanding of cross-departmental VFX pipelines (CG, FX, DMP, Editorial, DI)
and streaming/feature film delivery specs.
- Experience with AI/ML-driven toolsets and modern 2D workflow optimizations.
- Understanding of photography, composition, lighting, color theory, and motion.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities, proactive team-building skills, and exceptional communication
abilities.
- Dependable under pressure with high attention to detail and strong time management.
Working Conditions and Environment/Physical Demands
- Fully remote working environment, with optional work from office as needed.
- Hours for this position are based on normal working hours but will require extra hours pending
production needs. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. Digital Domain 3.0, Inc management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs. Compensation Range: $120,000 CAD to $230,000 CAD per year. The posted range describes the minimum to maximum range for this job description in the provinces of British Columbia. The range is posted in accordance with applicable law. The range for this same position may be lower or higher in the provinces of British Columbia. Offered base pay is contingent on internal equity, as well as the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other factors. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Digital Domain commits to a work environment free from unlawful discrimination where all employees are treated equally with dignity, respect and on the basis of individual experience and potential, without regard to any personal classifications protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of DD's values as a company. Our goal is to increase the attraction, retention, and advancement of women, persons of color, indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, individuals who identify as LGBTQ2S and all under-represented groups in skilled occupations within the entertainment and technology sectors. Building a diverse and inclusive workplace is critical to the success of our business and the well-being of our people. It drives innovation, new ideas, and most importantly, a safe and collaborative environment for you. We invite you to join us on this journey to help us better represent the world we live in, at the places we work, and to create a space where each individual feels comfortable bringing their whole self to work.