VFX Supervisor (6 month Fixed Term Contract)

Company Description

Harbor is a leading global production and post-production company specialising in creative and technical services for the film, television, and advertising industries. We work with some of the world's leading movie studios and advertising agencies and collaborate with award winning filmmakers to create outstanding motion pictures that captivates audiences and tells compelling stories across all visual platforms.

At Harbor, we value talent, artistry, and innovation. Harbor was founded on the principle of protecting creative intent of filmmakers by bringing all disciples under one roof for an elevated creative experience. This cross collaboration across film craft is what sets us apart and is the core of our work and the reason for our existence. We are committed to continuous growth and improvement, while staying true to our principles and values. The well-being of our team is a top priority, and we strive to create a supportive and respectful environment. At Harbor, we know that teamwork is essential to achieving extraordinary results. We are driven by ambition, and excited about the possibilities that the future holds.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated VFX Supervisor to join our team to contribute to our continued growth and success. The VFX Supervisor will oversee a team of artists and operators both in house, freelance and with third party vendors.

The VFX Supervisor will assign and critique their team's work, but above all provide creative and operational leadership. The ideal candidate will be highly visually creative with an excellent knowledge of visual effects techniques and the software and hardware they operate. The VFX Supervisor is expected to supervise VFX shoots and therefore must have a strong understanding of onset VFX supervision protocol, techniques and best practices. The VFX Supervisor must also have the confidence and ability to manage clients, coordinating and guiding them through a group creative process, often with a great deal of diplomacy to achieve a result which is satisfactory to all.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary creative and technical point of contact for VFX managing large and complex feature and HETV projects under tight deadlines
• Working with Producers to acuratley bid projects from scripts and storyboards
• Engaging in calls and meetings with directors and creatives from picth to delivery
• Lead the planning and execution of all VFX work, from pre-production through post and delivery
• Oversee VFX budgets, schedules and resource planning in collaboration with the production team
• Building on their strong client base by sourcing and developing relationships with creative talent and clients
• Approve and give constructive critique on shots, providing clear creative direction to artists and vendors
• Working closely with the leadership and technology teams to research, develop and implement new technology and creative ideas
• Working collaboratively with other members of the Compositing team and other VFX departments and locations.
• Other responsibilities, as needed and required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Train new staff and mentors junior artists
• Work closely with the operations and production teams to oversee the daily workflow of the department

Qualifications

• Advanced Experience in Compositing with Nuke and/or Flame for complex VFX projects
• An advanced understanding of the full VFX pipeline; from the initial detailed bidding process, concepting and R&D, through to full multi format deliveries
• Ability to work under tight deadlines with strong problem-solving skills
• Innate understanding of client needs
• Strong understanding of on-set VFX supervision protocol and best practices
• Provide effective leadership with enthusiasm across variety of projects
• Communication skills and the ability to set clear expectations for clients
• A strong creative eye with artistic and technical skills
• Strong aesthetic with good understanding of color, light and photography
• A team player with a great attitude who is dependable and flexible
• Takes feedback and direction well
• Exercises close attention to detail
• Advanced technical knowledge of Flame and/or Nuke for conform and deliverables
• Advanced knowledge of CG rendering and compositing multi-channel EXRs
• Advanced understanding of 2D and 3D tracking
• Highly proficient in using IBK, Primatte, Keylight or other keyers
• Excellent knowledge of Nuke and/or Flame's 3D system
• Advanced understanding of colorspace pipelines
• Strong knowledge of cameras, film resolutions, aspect ratios and lenses
• Experience leading client facing jobs with VFX Supervision

Travel Requirements:

• May be required to travel for VFX Supervision on-set

Additional Information

Diversity and inclusion is a core part of who we are at Harbor Picture Company. We're

committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, celebrates and supports our

wonderfully diverse employee group - whatever their age, gender identity, race, sexual

orientation, physical or mental ability or ethnicity. Diversity and inclusion doesn't just fuel our

creativity and innovation, it brings us closer to our people and audiences. We will continue to

strive to create a culture and environment where everyone feels empowered and more

importantly comfortable enough to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed

to providing reasonable adjustments for employees with disabilities and for candidates in our

application process. If you need assistance or adjustment due to a disability, please contact us.