Compositing Artist Resume Example

Compositing Artist · The Mill

New York, NY · 2020 - 2023

• Led compositing efforts for 15+ high-profile commercial campaigns for global brands, increasing client satisfaction scores for visual quality by 20%.
• Integrated complex CG elements and live-action footage, achieving seamless photorealism in 95% of assigned shots for broadcast and online media.
• Optimized Nuke workflows and pipeline efficiencies, reducing average shot turnaround time by 15% across multiple projects.
• Mentored junior artists on best practices and technical challenges, enhancing overall team productivity by 10%.

Junior Compositing Artist · FuseFX

New York, NY · 2017 - 2020

• Successfully completed over 300 shots across 5 major episodic TV series (e.g., Netflix, HBO), consistently meeting weekly delivery quotas with 98% accuracy.
• Performed complex keying, rotoscoping, and paint fixes on challenging green screen footage, improving visual fidelity by 25%.
• Collaborated effectively with CG and lighting departments to ensure smooth integration of assets, contributing to the on-time delivery of all assigned sequences.
• Developed custom Nuke Gizmos that automated repetitive tasks, saving an estimated 5 hours per week across the compositing team.

BFA in Film and Animation, Visual Effects Concentration · Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT)

Rochester, NY · 2013 - 2017

• Graduated with a GPA of 3.8/4.0, earning Dean's List honors for 6 semesters.
• Completed thesis project focused on photorealistic CG integration and environmental effects.

Compositing Artist · Nexus Visual Works

Atlanta, GA · 2022 - Present

• Led compositing efforts on 150+ complex shots for high-profile streaming series and feature films, achieving final approval with an average of 1.5 revision cycles per shot.
• Developed and optimized Nuke scripts for procedural effects and pipeline efficiency, reducing render times by up to 20% on key sequences.
• Collaborated closely with CG, Lighting, and Art departments to ensure seamless integration of CGI elements, enhancing realism across diverse shot types.
• Mentored junior artists in advanced rotoscoping, keying, and plate clean-up techniques, improving team productivity by 10%.
• Contributed to look development for key sequences, achieving specific aesthetic goals under tight deadlines.

Junior Compositing Artist · Stellar VFX Studios

Atlanta, GA · 2020 - 2022

• Executed rotoscoping, keying, and wire/rig removal for over 300 shots across multiple commercial and television projects.
• Performed meticulous plate clean-up and dust busting, preparing complex footage for final integration.
• Assisted senior artists in shot finaling, ensuring technical and aesthetic quality met production standards.
• Learned and applied advanced compositing techniques in Nuke, contributing to the successful completion of 5 major projects.
• Maintained organized project files and followed strict naming conventions, contributing to a smooth production pipeline.

Motion Graphics Designer / Video Editor · Creative Spark Agency

Atlanta, GA · 2018 - 2020

• Produced and edited over 75 promotional videos and animated explainers for diverse corporate clients, resulting in a 25% increase in client engagement metrics.
• Designed and animated intricate motion graphics using Adobe After Effects and Cinema 4D, enhancing visual appeal for digital campaigns.
• Managed end-to-end video production lifecycle, from concept development and storyboarding to final delivery and client feedback.
• Achieved a 95% on-time project completion rate across all assignments, managing multiple simultaneous projects.
• Developed custom visual templates, reducing design time for recurring projects by 15%.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Digital Media · University of Georgia

Athens, GA · 2014 - 2018

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.8/4.0
• Focused coursework in visual effects, 3D animation, and interactive design
• Awarded 'Best Student Film' for short animation project at UGA Film Festival