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Scattermesh

Senior VFX Compositor

Herndon, VA · On-site

Job Summary Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced VFX Compositors to work across client projects on a full time basis in Herndon, VA. The role requires a skilled ...

Scattermesh

Senior VFX Compositor

Herndon, VA · On-site

Job Summary Scattermesh is expanding its team and we are looking to hire experienced VFX Compositors to work across client projects on a full time basis in Herndon, VA. The role requires a skilled ...

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Senior C/C++ Linux Engineer

Philadelphia, PA

$123.60K - $163K/yr

Familiarity with Wayland protocols and compositor-client architecture * Experience with Git-based version control and CI/CD pipelines (Bitbucket, GitLab, etc.) * Strong understanding of Linux system ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

New York, NY

$153.20K - $189.30K/yr

... senior, high-trust team. We'd love to see depth in two or more of the following: * Browser engine internals (Chromium/Blink, Gecko, WebKit), particularly the graphics, compositor, or rendering ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$164.90K - $203.80K/yr

... senior, high-trust team. We'd love to see depth in two or more of the following: * Browser engine internals (Chromium/Blink, Gecko, WebKit), particularly the graphics, compositor, or rendering ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

New York, NY · Remote

$143.30K - $177.10K/yr

... senior, high-trust team. We'd love to see depth in two or more of the following: * Browser engine internals (Chromium/Blink, Gecko, WebKit), particularly the graphics, compositor, or rendering ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

San Francisco, CA · Remote

$143.30K - $177.10K/yr

... senior, high-trust team. We'd love to see depth in two or more of the following: * Browser engine internals (Chromium/Blink, Gecko, WebKit), particularly the graphics, compositor, or rendering ...

Parallelz

Principal Graphics Engineer

Santa Clara, CA

$164.40K - $203.20K/yr

... senior, high-trust team. We'd love to see depth in two or more of the following: * Browser engine internals (Chromium/Blink, Gecko, WebKit), particularly the graphics, compositor, or rendering ...

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How much do senior compositor jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior compositor in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Compositor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Compositor, you need advanced skills in digital compositing, color grading, and a strong understanding of visual effects pipelines, typically supported by a degree in visual effects or related experience. Expertise in industry-standard software such as Nuke, After Effects, and Photoshop, as well as familiarity with 3D integration, is essential. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective collaboration set outstanding Senior Compositors apart. These skills ensure the seamless integration of visual elements, maintain high production quality, and support efficient teamwork in demanding post-production environments.

How does a Senior Compositor typically collaborate with other departments during a VFX project?

As a Senior Compositor, you'll work closely with departments such as 3D, lighting, roto/paint, and production to integrate visual elements seamlessly. You'll often receive assets from 3D artists and lighters, ensuring that rendered elements match the live-action footage in terms of color, lighting, and perspective. Effective communication and feedback are crucial, as you'll review shots, provide notes, and sometimes mentor junior compositors. Collaboration tools like ShotGrid and regular dailies help maintain alignment across the team, resulting in polished final shots that meet the director's vision.

What are Senior Compositors?

Senior Compositors are experienced visual effects (VFX) professionals who combine multiple elements such as live-action footage, computer-generated imagery (CGI), and other assets to create final, seamless images for movies, television, and commercials. They are responsible for ensuring that all visual elements blend together realistically, matching color, lighting, and perspective. Senior Compositors also lead teams, mentor junior artists, and collaborate closely with directors and other departments to achieve the creative vision of a project.
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Infographic showing various Senior Compositor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 29% Temporary, and 29% Contract. Highlights an 71% In-person, and 29% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,287 per year, or $38.6 per hour.

Compositor, Sr (General Submission)

Company 3 / Method Inc.

New York, NY • On-site, Remote

$59.23 - $88.85/hr

Temporary

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

This general submission posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration only; not for an existing opening. We anticipate this role may be open in the near future. If you wish to be considered for this potential opportunity, please submit your resume. When a position becomes available, you may be contacted by our Talent Acquisition team. The Company will only contact applicants who are selected for further consideration about potential future opportunities.
Business Unit: Curated
Position: Compositor, Sr
Location: New York, NY (Remote)
*Pay Range: $59.23 - $88.85 USD hourly
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Compositor role requires creativity and high technical abilities. They will take direction from the VFX and Compositing Supervisors and will also be expected to work autonomously in a fast paced environment to deliver an extremely high level of work.
The Compositor is often given the most complex and demanding shots to complete. They are expected to be comp generalists who can handle a wide range of comp tasks from start to finish including but not limited to compositing live action and CG, blue/green screen keying, camera tracking, photoreal CG integration, set extensions with matte painting projections, complicated removals, beauty work, and paint/rotoscoping.
MAIN DUTIES:
The Senior Compositor will take instruction and direction from Leads and VFX Supervisors to execute assigned shots in the most efficient and fastest way possible. They will balance the creative and technical aspects of each shot. They will meet task schedules and show deadlines. Other duties include:
  • Have an excellent understanding of the broader VFX pipeline including color space, workflow and industry-standard script layouts.
  • Ongoing communication with Production and Leads regarding schedules and deadlines.
  • Taking responsibility for own workload, time management and notes/feedback actions required by Supervisors.

WHAT YOU BRING:
The ideal candidate will be an expert in all aspects of compositing in Nuke, integrating 2D, 3D and live-action elements to a high-end visual effects standard. They will be a team player with a great attitude and an independent problem solver. They will take feedback and direction well with ability to understand and apply notes. They will bring experience with sound aesthetic with a good understanding of color, light and photography. The ideal candidate will also bring the following:
  • Clean and efficient script organization / dependable and flexible.
  • A strong creative eye, artistic and problem-solving skills / extreme attention for detail.
  • Thorough understanding of compositing techniques.
  • Excellent people and communication skills.
  • Participate in creative and technical discussions.
  • Experience using Shotgrid.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • Advanced knowledge of CG rendering and compositing multi-channel EXRs.
  • Excellent understanding of 2D and 3D tracking.
  • Highly proficient in using IBK, Primatte or Keylight.
  • Excellent knowledge of Nuke's 3D system.
  • Strong understanding of colorspace pipelines.
  • Experience with mocha, photoshop, other photo editing software is a plus.
  • Experience with Python scripting preferred.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Company 3, including its various business units and family of brands, provides a full range of Creative Services for content creators, including conceptual design, pre-vis, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, color grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.
Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3:
Creativity has diversity at its core. We celebrate the value of each unique experience by being dedicated to fostering the most diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self.
It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Please inform the Company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or otherwise need any accommodation or support in order to participate in the application process.
*The listed pay range represents the lowest to highest range that we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the range may be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, local currency exchange rates, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, applicable law, and business or organizational needs.
The benefits for eligible part-time employees working 25 or more hours per week and full-time employees in the US include a comprehensive package of health, retirement, and insurance benefits and paid time off. The benefits for eligible project hires and part-time employees working less than 25 hours per week in the US include retirement, select insurance benefits, and where required by law, health benefits. For roles filled in Canada and other territories, local benefits plan offerings as adopted and amended from time to time will apply.
The above compensation and benefits information is provided in accordance with various state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The Company's recruitment processes will also be conducted in accordance with applicable law as adopted and amended from time to time.
Both external and internal candidates can apply for this general submission posting through the Company's Career Page.

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