Compositing Artist

Job summary

Create and deliver compositing shots for high-end commercial VFX projects, integrating CG and FX with live-action footage and performing keying, roto, cleanup, paint, and plate preparation. Develop or follow the established shot look, meet deadlines, communicate progress and blockers, and incorporate feedback through dailies.

Job details

Abyss Digital is looking for a skilled Middle-Senior Compositing Artist to join our compositing team and deliver high-quality shot work on VFX-heavy commercial projects. You will work under the guidance of the Compositing Lead, executing shots to match the established visual and technical standard — from CG integration and cleanup through to final pixel-perfect delivery. We are looking for someone with strong technical fundamentals, a sharp eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently within a structured pipeline while maintaining the highest visual quality. We are scaling our Warsaw unit to support growing international demand. This role is an opportunity to work on high-end projects and grow within a fast-moving studio. If you're ready to deliver exceptional comp work at a high level — reach out. Job Details — Occupations Full-Time, Freelance — Location Warsaw (On-Site / Remote) — Contract 6-12 months (with possibility of extension) — Language Responsibilities English required. Polish and/or Ukrainian (preferred) Middle Level - Execute compositing shots to match the reference look and quality standard set by the Art Director & Compositing Lead Senior Level - Define and develop the compositing look of shots, maintaining visual quality, realism, and consistency across the project. Integrate CG and FX elements with live-action footage to achieve seamless, photorealistic results Perform keying, roto, cleanup, paint, and plate preparation tasks Work with multi-pass CG renders and AOVs to achieve the desired look Deliver shots on schedule and communicate progress, blockers, and questions clearly Participate in dailies and incorporate feedback efficiently Requirements 3+ years experience as a Compositing Artist in VFX, film, or high-end commercial production Solid working knowledge of Nuke (industry standard required) Good understanding of compositing pipeline, industry standards, and working with AOVs / multi-pass renders Strong eye for photorealism, detail, and consistency across shots Experience compositing complex transitions and seamless shot-to-shot blends Ability to follow creative direction and replicate the established look accurately Good communication skills and team-oriented mindset Comfortable working under tight deadlines and managing multiple shots simultaneously Bonus: Experience or curiosity to explore AI-assisted compositing workflows Bonus: Familiarity with After Effects or other compositing tools Bonus: Matte painting or environment extension skills

What you’ll do

Create and deliver compositing shots for high-end commercial VFX projects, integrating CG and FX with live-action footage and performing keying, roto, cleanup, paint, and plate preparation. Develop or follow the established shot look, meet deadlines, communicate progress and blockers, and incorporate feedback through dailies.

Requirements

Requires at least 3 years of compositing experience and solid working knowledge of Nuke, compositing pipelines, AOVs, and multi-pass renders. Candidates should demonstrate photorealistic visual judgment, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to follow creative direction and manage multiple shots under tight deadlines.

Listed skills

• cleanup · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Compositing
• Nuke
• CG Integration
• FX Integration
• Keying
• Rotoscoping
• Cleanup
• Paint
• Plate Preparation
• AOVs
• Multi-Pass Rendering
• Photorealism
• Shot-to-Shot Blending
• Visual Consistency
• Matte Painting
• Environment Extension

Job areas

• Creative & Media
• Art & Design
• Technology

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