Compositing Artist – Team Lead – Supervisor

Company: AB VFX INC.
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Location: Navi Mumbai
Job Description:

Company Description

Job Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned VFX Compositing Supervisor

to lead our compositing team and maintain the highest quality standards across all projects. This role demands a strong artistic eye, exceptional technical skills, and proven leadership experience. The ideal candidate will guide both the creative and technical execution of visual effects shots and ensure efficient team performance throughout the post-production pipeline.

Key Responsibilities:

Comp Supervision:

  • Supervise the compositing team on a daily basis—set priorities, assign tasks, and manage shot delivery timelines
  • Mentor and guide junior/mid-level compositors with constructive feedback and creative direction
  • Collaborate closely with the VFX Supervisor and production team to interpret the visual goals of each project

Creative & Technical Excellence:

  • Review, critique, and approve compositing work to ensure seamless integration of all elements (2D/3D, live action, matte painting, etc.)
  • Solve complex shot challenges related to color grading, lighting continuity, chroma keying, rotoscoping, grain matching, etc.
  • Maintain compositing consistency and fidelity across sequences and projects

Project Management & Pipeline Integration:

  • Interface with production to forecast team requirements, track milestones, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery
  • Provide technical direction for compositing workflows, color pipeline, render passes, and troubleshooting
  • Ensure that compositing tools and techniques follow industry best practices

Key Skills & Requirements:

  • Minimum 7 years of compositing experience, with at least 2-3 + years in a supervisory/lead role
  • Expert-level Nuke proficiency (mandatory; showreel must demonstrate high-end feature/episodic work)
  • Deep understanding of VFX production pipelines, rendering passes, stereo/anamorphic workflows, and plate integration
  • Strong artistic eye for photorealism, lighting, depth, and color composition
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate creative direction into actionable steps
  • Experience in both 2D and 3D compositing techniques, including multi-pass CG integration
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and an analytical mindset

Software Proficiency:

  • Nuke (Expert Level)
  • After Effects (Basic Knowledge Preferred)
  • Shotgun / Ftrack (for tracking and team coordination)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Background in photography or cinematography is a plus
  • Experience working on international feature films, streaming content, or high-end commercials
  • Familiarity with Silhouette, Photoshop, or other VFX tools is a bonus

Work Environment:

  • On-site availability is mandatory
  • Must be willing to work in rotational shifts based on production needs
  • Must be team-driven, adaptable, and calm under pressure

 

To Apply:

Send your updated CV and portfolio/showreel to

hr@abvfxstudios.com with the subject line:

Application – VFX Compositing Supervisor

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Navi Mumbai for a Compositing Artist – Team Lead – Supervisor. The role involves supervising a team of compositing artists, ensuring the delivery of high-quality visual effects, and maintaining the artistic direction of projects. Responsibilities include project planning, reviewing and providing feedback on compositions, troubleshooting technical challenges, collaborating with other VFX departments, and mentoring junior artists. The candidate will also ensure deadlines and client expectations are consistently met while maintaining studio quality standards.

Qualifications

  • Expertise in compositing software such as Nuke or similar tools, with a strong portfolio demonstrating professional experience in visual effects.
  • Proven leadership skills, including team management, project scheduling, and mentorship.
  • Strong understanding of VFX workflows, color grading, and photo-realistic compositing.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize compositing pipelines.
  • Attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Familiarity with 3D techniques, including rendering and match-move integration, is an advantage.
  • Experience working on feature films, TV shows, or commercials is preferred.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in visual effects, digital media, or a related field is a plus.

Posted: March 25th, 2026