Compositor - Jobs in Montréal, QC

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Company DescriptionMikros Animation is a global CGI animation studio located in Paris, Montreal, Los Angeles, Bangalore and London, dedicated to feature films and episodic content. Since its inception, Mikros Animation has always put creativity and CG artistry at the heart of its animation and production activities, allowing our artists to work across a great variety of stories with a high level of stylized craft. So far, Mikros Animation has contributed to ten released feature animations and to numerous high-quality animated series, for the world’s best-known animation studios, either as creative studio, line producer or executive producer. Mikros Animation has also produced more than 250 hours of programming, broadcast by notable channels including Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, TF1, France TV, Gulli, M6, Gloob, and Super RTL. Our animated episodic content airs and streams globally, in over 180 countries.At Mikros Animation, we believe great animation is about making real connections with real people. By partnering with filmmakers to unite their creative visions, with our industry-leading craftsmanship and artistry, we create characters that connect with audiences on an authentic and emotional level to bring powerful stories to life.Job DescriptionFollowing instructions from the Lead and Supervisor, the compositing artist is responsible for ensuring high-quality shots. He/she will integrate 3D scenes respecting technical rules and the artistic vision of the project. The Compositor is responsible for seamlessly integrating all layers and elements of a shot as well as shot finaling. The Compositor must have a strong artistic eye and be able to effectively communicate with the animation director, team supervisor and art director.Integrate all 3D elements and maintain continuity throughout a sequence using artistic and technical skillsPerform digital composition tasks at all production stages, including color correction, matte painting, relighting, etcWork with Lead and Supervisor to determine creative and technical approachesEnsure that the required retakes are considered and follow upMeet productivity and quota targetsPrepare elements for reviews via ShotgunMaintain good teamwork and team dynamicQualificationsCompositing experience on 4+ feature films with Nuke (animated feature films preferred)Strong knowledge of NukeExcellent artistic, design skills and a good eye for colorStrong knowledge of Houdini and/or MayaStrong knowledge of compositing workflow and application interfaceAble to collaborate, take direction positively, work well within a team, solve technical challenges and thrive under the pressure of tight deadlinesExperience with Katana/ Arnold is a plusAdditional InformationPlease click here to review our privacy notices for job applicants.If you require assistance applying, please reach out to talent@thefocus.com and we'll be happy to assist.TECHNICOLOR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERTechnicolor complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.