Nuke Compositor Motion Designer Advertising

Please note that this posting is an expression of interest only and is not an active role at this time.

We are always happy to connect with talented candidates for future opportunities. We are open to different types of collaboration including permanent temporary and freelance contracts.

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The Nuke Compositor / Motion Designer produces high-quality visual work for advertising branded content and experiential projects. Combining strong Nuke compositing expertise with motion design Photoshop and broader 2D capabilities the artist contributes to a range of creative and technical assignments throughout production.
Working closely with Creative Directors VFX Supervisors producers and other artists the person translates creative briefs and feedback into polished visual solutions that meet established creative technical and delivery standards.
This hybrid role is intended for an artist whose primary expertise is Nuke compositing and who is also comfortable contributing to motion design graphic animation image manipulation and other 2D production needs.
This Expression of Interest is not associated with an immediate confirmed opening. Initial opportunities may be offered on a freelance or project-based contract basis with the potential for longer-term contracts or regular employment as production needs evolve.

Key Responsibilities:

Compositing and Visual Effects

• Create high-quality 2D compositing work using Nuke.
• Integrate live-action footage CG renders photographic assets and graphic elements into cohesive final images.
• Perform keying tracking cleanup paint rotoscoping colour adjustments and other compositing tasks as required.
• Maintain visual consistency in lighting colour perspective depth and continuity.
• Identify and resolve creative and technical compositing issues.
• Deliver polished work that supports the creative vision and quality standards of Rodeo Ads.

Motion Design and 2D Content Creation

• Create adapt and animate graphic elements based on creative briefs and visual references.
• Prepare retouch and manipulate visual assets using Photoshop and other relevant tools.
• Contribute to titles typography transitions screen graphics and other animated visual elements.
• Adapt creative work for different formats durations platforms and delivery specifications.
• Apply strong principles of design composition timing and animation.
• Move effectively between compositing motion design and general 2D assignments according to production needs.

Creative Collaboration and Problem-Solving

• Collaborate with Creative Directors VFX Supervisors producers and artists to determine the appropriate visual and technical approach.
• Interpret creative briefs concepts storyboards references and client feedback.
• Participate in creative reviews and production discussions.
• Implement internal and client feedback accurately and efficiently.
• Propose practical solutions that balance creative quality schedules and production constraints.
• Remain adaptable as project requirements priorities and creative direction evolve.

Production and Delivery

• Plan and organize assigned work according to production schedules and priorities.
• Communicate progress dependencies challenges and potential delivery risks to the appropriate stakeholders.
• Maintain organized project files Nuke scripts and visual assets in accordance with established workflows.
• Follow technical specifications naming conventions and version-control practices.
• Review work before submission to ensure that deliverables meet project requirements.
• Manage multiple assignments and iterations in a fast-paced production environment.
• Contribute to improvements in production workflows tools and working practices.
• Foster a collaborative respectful and solutions-oriented working environment.
• Stay informed about emerging visual trends production methods and technologies relevant to the role.

Qualifications :

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• Relevant professional experience in visual effects compositing advertising post-production motion design or a related creative-production environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Nuke.
• Strong knowledge of 2D compositing principles and production workflows.
• Experience in motion design and graphic animation.
• Proficiency with Photoshop.
• Knowledge of After Effects or other motion-design software is considered a strong asset.
• Experience integrating live-action footage CG renders and graphic elements.
• Strong understanding of composition colour lighting perspective timing and visual storytelling.
• Strong creative and technical problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work across different visual styles formats and project types.
• Strong organizational communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and deliver quality work within established deadlines.
• Professional demo reel or portfolio demonstrating strong Nuke compositing and broader motion-design or 2D capabilities.
• Experience in advertising commercials branded content or experiential projects is considered an asset.
• Knowledge of Flame real-time production interactive content or emerging creative technologies is considered an asset.
• Excellent command of English spoken and written.
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Additional Information :

Diversity : At Rodeo FX diversity is a core value. Were committed to creating an inclusive equitable workplace where different perspectives are embraced. Every team member brings unique insight that strengthens our creativity challenges our thinking and helps us deliver better work.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract