Freelance Opportunity: Mid-Level Compositors at 22DOGS

Step into the world of high-end visual effects, where the final layer of magic—the seamless blend of lighting, live-action footage, matte paintings, and CGI—brings cinematic stories to life. At 22DOGS , with cutting-edge studios based in Milan, Italy , and Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain , we pride ourselves on pushing the limits of digital artistry through creative collaboration and technical innovation.

We are currently looking for talented, driven Mid-Level Compositors to join our team on an immediate freelance basis. Whether you prefer the flexibility of working remotely or want to join us on-site at our sun-drenched studio in Tenerife, this role offers an incredible opportunity to shape modern VFX—with the exciting potential to transition into a permanent staff role within our expanding global studios.

Job Summary : Mid-Level Compositor

Specification

22DOGS

Mid-Level Compositor

Freelance Remote (with options for on-site relocation to Tenerife or Milan)

Immediate availability to start; eligible to work in the EU; fluent in English

Freelance (Project-Based, with potential for permanent conversion)

€35,000 – €50,000 per year (approx. pro-rata based on contract terms, $\approx$ $37,800 – $54,000 USD / Year equivalent)

Role Overview: Weaving Elements into Seamless Masterpieces

As a Mid-Level Compositor at 22DOGS, you will serve as a crucial pillar in our final finishing pipeline. Your core mission is to take multi-pass computer-generated imagery, live-action plates, visual effects elements, and color data, integrating them flawlessly to create believable, emotionally resonant shots for commercial and cinematic projects.

Working side-by-side with our leads, supervisors, and technical directors, you will balance aesthetic eye with technical problem-solving. Whether you are tackling intricate blue/green screen keying, 2D/3D camera tracking, rotoscoping adjustments, color grading matching, or multi-pass node setups, your work will ensure that every frame meets our rigorous studio standards of visual excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Shot Integration: Seamlessly combine disparate elements—including live-action footage, CG layers, matte paintings, and atmospheric effects—into unified, photorealistic composite shots.
• Technical Problem Solving: Troubleshoot complex multi-pass script setups, managing node trees efficiently and resolving technical rendering or tracking artifacts.
• Color & Lighting Balance: Match black levels, grain profiles, color spaces, and light interactions across plates to achieve absolute visual continuity.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner closely with 3D generalists, lighting artists, and pipeline supervisors to ensure smooth data hand-offs and quick iterations.
• Deadline Management: Maintain high output quality while managing your daily milestone targets under fast-paced production deadlines.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Professional Tenure: Proven professional experience operating at a Mid-Level Compositor capacity within VFX, commercial, or episodic production environments.
• Immediate Availability: Must be ready to jump onto active projects immediately upon contract finalization.
• Language Proficiency: Full professional fluency in English (written and verbal) for seamless daily cross-studio communication.
• Legal Work Status: Strict requirement to possess valid legal eligibility and working permits within the European Union (EU).
• Artistic & Technical Eye: A sharp understanding of compositing fundamentals—including edge integration, rotoscoping, multi-pass grain management, vector warping, and spatial awareness.

Flexible Work Models at 22DOGS

We understand that great artists thrive under different lifestyle conditions. We offer flexible execution paths for this role:

1. Freelance Remote: Collaborate on a project basis from the comfort of your own home office anywhere within the EU.
2. Relocation to Tenerife or Milan: Pack your bags and join our vibrant on-site teams at our creative hubs in Milan or our sun-drenched studio in Tenerife.
3. Permanent Potential: Exceptional freelance contributors will have the exciting opportunity to transition into long-term, permanent staff positions as our studios continue to expand.

Why Join 22DOGS?

Choosing to collaborate with 22DOGS means stepping into an environment that deeply values your artistic voice and technical growth:

• Cutting-Edge Projects: Tackle diverse, visually striking projects that challenge your compositing skills and expand your professional portfolio.
• Inspirational Locations: Experience the unique cultural energy of Milan or the inspiring, coastal creative community of Tenerife.
• Collaborative Ecosystem: Work alongside an international network of passionate artists, supervisors, and innovators who push creative boundaries every single day.

How to Apply

If you are a talented compositor ready to make an immediate impact and looking for a collaborative home with global reach, we want to hear from you today!

Please send your updated resume, professional showreel, and availability details immediately to our recruitment team. Bring your compositing vision to 22DOGS and help us craft extraordinary visual experiences!

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