Temp - Compositor

Role Summary: MSG Sphere Studios is looking for Compositors to join a groundbreaking post-production department based in Los Angeles. As the content delivery team for the MSG Sphere projects, we strive to deliver world-class content at an unprecedented scale on the largest LED screens ever made. Compositors will develop groundbreaking techniques to integrate VFX into high frame rate content at extremely large resolutions. This role requires experience working in Nuke specifically working on full dome, VR, 360º/180º, or other spherical content. Additional VFX skills desired would include rotoscoping, 3d tracking, paint, object removal, retiming, upscaling, transcoding. This position requires a good understanding of ST Maps and other image warping techniques, color and coordinate space transformations, camera & lens artifacts, as well as an ability to debug problems in sync, rolling shutter, parallax, and the effects of compression and filters on image quality. An enthusiasm for working with others to solve problems and develop innovative solutions to unique creative demands is essential. Specific Functions/Activities Summary:

• Follow all established technical approaches and provided compositing templates to complete all 2D work in a way that adheres to the defined processes and meets required quality.
• Assist in the establishment and refinement of pipeline and protocols for working, monitoring, reviewing, and delivering content that meets Sphere’s color and resolution requirements.
• Take direction from the Compositing Supervisor and work with the other Compositors and digital artists on other teams to maintain team cohesion and a collaborative working environment

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience working as VFX compositor in feature film, television or special venue.
• Nuke expertise, with adaptability across other potential 2D software such as Resolve, Fusion, Silhouette, etc.
• Previous experience working with large format and/or VR projects a plus.
• Experience stitching, working with Cara toolset and/or Mistika VR a plus.
• An expressed interest in new technology and innovation
• Positive attitude and proven track record in problem solving as part of a team.
• Software agnosticism a plus, with some levels of fluency in adjacent software like AfterEffects, Premiere, PTGui, basic 3D software, a definite bonus

Education: At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here. Company Overview: Sphere Entertainment Co. is a premier live entertainment and media company. The Company includes Sphere, a next-generation entertainment medium powered by cutting-edge technologies to redefine the future of entertainment. The first Sphere venue is currently under construction in Las Vegas. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, which operates two regional sports and entertainment networks, MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, as well as a companion streaming service, MSG GO, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming. More information is available at www.sphereentertainmentco.com. EEO Statement: At MSG we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required.