Compositor

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc.

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Vancouver, BC, Canada Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 28, 2026 Last posted May 28, 2026
Job description

Job Posting Title:

Compositor

Req ID:

10109255

Job Description:

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.

Compositors combine live action and computer generated elements into visual effects shots that realize the vision and creative direction of the client and Visual Effects Supervisor. The Compositor helps maintain the aesthetic integrity and technical quality of the final image delivered to the client.

We are looking for a creative who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, team-oriented mentality and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.

What You’ll Do

  • Alongside Compositing Supervisor and VFX Supervisor, evaluates creative and technical approach for assigned shots

  • Performs all tasks associated with the Compositing process, including 2D tracking, matte extraction, layering of elements, and colour grading on moderately difficult to very difficult shots

  • Maintains the overall look, colour balance, and quality for assigned shots and sequences to create uniformity in all finished work

  • Ability to work collaboratively with artists from other disciplines
     

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 3 years relevant professional VFX experience and at least a college level diploma in computer graphics, fine arts, design, or photography, or related field; OR at least 5 years relevant professional VFX experience in lieu of education

  • Strong knowledge of Nuke

  • Strong aesthetic skills in judging photo-realism and color

  • Ability to work gracefully under pressure to meet deadlines

  • Strong sense of composition, color and design

  • Demo reel + shot breakdown required

  • Ideal candidate has strong fine arts foundation skills, such as photography and photographic lighting

  • Nice to have:

    • Familiarity with using Unix systems

    • Ability to write Nuke gizmos and/or plugins

    • Python and/or C++ experience

As part of your application please submit a demo reel, shot breakdown, or equivalent showcasing your work. A current resume is required.

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$100,300 to C$128,300 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

ILM Vancouver

Job Posting Primary Business:

ILM Vancouver

Primary Job Posting Category:

Compositing - Studios

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-06-13
About this role

Summary

Combine live action and CG elements, ensure visual quality, work under pressure, collaborate with artists.

Job title

Compositor

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

visual effects

Location requirements

Vancouver, BC, Canada; hybrid work allowed

Salary

C$100k–C$128k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

nukecolorcomposition

Preferred skills

unixpythonc++gizmos

Specializations

compositingcolor gradingphoto-realismdigital imaging
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Hybrid City
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