Company DescriptionMikros Animation is a global CGI animation creative studio. Providing filmmakers with top-tier animation and CGI services through a complete range of front and back-end creative services to bring unforgettable and stylized stories to life in every format, for every platform.We provide end-to-end animation services, uniting industry-leading talent across our global network of creative studios located in Montreal and Paris.We help filmmakers define and develop their vision from script to screen, making every project truly unique.Job DescriptionThe Senior Compositing Artist is a 2D/3D compositing expert, capable of handling complex shots while bringing strong artistic and technical value. They often serve as mentors within the team and are a key point of reference for other artists.Production:Take ownership of complex shots or sequencesCreate visually compelling compositions while meeting technical requirementsAnticipate and resolve technical and creative challenges independentlyContribute to the improvement of departmental tools, templates, and workflowsActively participate in internal reviews and provide constructive inputCollaboration:Guide and support junior and mid-level artistsCommunicate effectively with Leads, Supervisors, and other departmentsHelp ensure visual consistency across shotsAssist in onboarding new artists into the pipeline and studio cultureQualificationsExpert knowledge of Nuke, including basic scripting, AOV management, and 2D/3D integrationAbility to handle multiple shots simultaneously under tight deadlinesMotivation to learn, grow, and share expertiseStrong artistic eye for detail, composition, and seamless integrationAbility to propose creative solutions that meet production needsSolid experience in a structured production environmentAbility to solve technical problems independentlyBasic English skills (spoken and written)Nice-to-Have Skills:Familiarity with scripting (TCL, Python)Experience with ShotGrid or similar toolsSensitivity to photography, composition, and color theoryComfortable working in a Linux/Unix environmentAdditional InformationThe person in this role will work closely with our Paris studio in a bilingual environment, as well as with international partners, talent, and clients. They will regularly interact with non-French-speaking stakeholders across various productions and strategic communications, in order to present and promote the creative and technical strengths of Mikros Animation on a global scale.MIKROS ANIMATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Mikros Animation complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.
