Company: Peekaboo Animation

Peekaboo Animation is currently seeking a highly skilled and visionary Compositing Supervisor to spearhead the visual finishing of our latest high-profile series, The Triplets. As a boutique 2D studio with a global footprint, Peekaboo is dedicated to crafting content that balances pure entertainment with strong positive social values. This is a pivotal leadership role designed for an artist who thrives at the intersection of technical pipeline management and creative storytelling. As a Compositing Supervisor, you will be the final gatekeeper of quality, ensuring that every frame of animation meets our rigorous aesthetic standards while maintaining the heart and soul of the original designs. Job Overview: Compositing Supervisor Category Details Primary Keyword Compositing Supervisor Company Name Peekaboo Animation Project Working Title The Triplets Job Type Freelance / Contract Location Remote (Must be EU-Based) Primary Software Toon Boom Harmony (Node-Based) Contract Timeline ASAP – December 2026 Language Req. Spanish (Native/Bilingual) & English (Proficient) Compensation and Freelance Benchmarks At Peekaboo Animation, we value the expertise that a seasoned Compositing Supervisor brings to a production. Compensation is structured to be competitive within the European animation market, specifically tailored for senior-level freelance specialists. Estimated Day Rates & Monthly Benchmarks (EUR) Level Estimated Day Rate (Gross) Estimated Monthly Equivalent Lead / Supervisor €300 – €450 €6,300 – €9,450 Senior Specialist €250 – €350 €5,250 – €7,350 Note: As this is a freelance position, the final rate will be negotiated based on the candidate’s specific portfolio, years of experience, and tax residency within the EU. The Compositing Supervisor is responsible for their own equipment, software licensing (unless specified), and social security contributions. Detailed Job Description The Mission of the Compositing Supervisor The Compositing Supervisor at Peekaboo Animation serves as the bridge between the Animation Department and the final screen. You are responsible for the “final look” of the series. Your task is to take the raw 2D animation and background art and transform them into a cinematic experience for kids and youth audiences. You aren’t just managing nodes in Toon Boom Harmony; you are managing the emotional resonance of the scene. Whether it’s adjusting the lighting to evoke a specific mood or ensuring that complex camera moves feel natural and fluid, the Compositing Supervisor ensures the Director’s vision is realized to its fullest potential. Core Responsibilities Departmental Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of dedicated Compositors. You will be responsible for distributing tasks based on artist strengths and monitoring the progress of shots to ensure the production stays on schedule. Standardization: Establish and maintain robust compositing standards. This includes creating scene templates and enforcing strict naming conventions across multiple episodes to ensure that any artist can step into a scene and understand the workflow. Quality Control: Review every shot before final delivery. You will provide clear, constructive, and actionable feedback to your team, helping them elevate their technical and artistic skills. Hands-on Support: While this is a supervisory role, you will perform high-level compositing work on “hero” shots or complex sequences that require a senior touch. Workflow Documentation: Maintain and update the internal production wiki. As a Compositing Supervisor, you are expected to document best practices to ensure long-term pipeline stability. Problem Solving: Proactively identify and resolve technical glitches related to camera assets, FX integration, and lighting continuity before they become bottlenecks. Co-Production Liaison: Work closely with international partners to ensure visual style and quality are consistent across the entire project, regardless of where the animation is being executed. What We Are Looking For To excel as a Compositing Supervisor, you must possess: 5+ Years of Studio Experience: A proven track record in a professional animation studio environment, specifically focusing on 2D series production. Technical Mastery: Expert-level knowledge of Toon Boom Harmony, particularly its node-based compositing system. You must be able to debug complex rigs and scripts within the software. Secondary Software Proficiency: Solid skills in Adobe Photoshop and After Effects. Familiarity with DaVinci Resolve for final grading is a plus. Cinematic Understanding: A deep grasp of camera language, depth of field, parallax, and FX integration. You should know how to use digital tools to mimic traditional cinematic techniques. Language & Location Requirements EU Residency: Due to project requirements, you must be a freelancer currently based in the European Union. No exceptions will be made for this project cycle. Linguistic Skills: You must be a native or bilingual Spanish speaker to communicate effectively with the core creative team. English proficiency is required for international collaboration, and Catalan is considered a valuable asset. Workforce Diversity & Production Standards Peekaboo Animation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe that animation that carries “strong positive values” must be created by a team that reflects those values. 2D Animation Industry Trends (2025-2026) The role of the Compositing Supervisor has evolved significantly with the rise of hybrid workflows. As of 2026, over 65% of European 2D animation studios have moved to a permanent or semi-permanent remote model for senior talent. Peekaboo Animation embraces this shift, utilizing ShotGrid (Flow Production Tracking) to maintain a cohesive studio culture across borders. Why Join Peekaboo Animation? When you join Peekaboo as a Compositing Supervisor, you aren’t just another contractor; you are a key collaborator in a studio that has reached audiences in over 140 countries. Creative Hub: Based in the heart of Gràcia, Barcelona, our physical studio is a center of creativity, but our remote infrastructure is designed to make our off-site artists feel just as integrated. Stability through Diversity: Peekaboo is not just a production house. We are executive producers, book illustrators, and a global distribution arm. This multi-faceted business model provides a stable environment for our creators. Meaningful Content: We help kids enjoy their childhood. Every shot you supervise contributes to stories that inspire, educate, and entertain the next generation. Technical Requirements & Pipeline A successful Compositing Supervisor must be comfortable working within a modern digital pipeline: Version Control: Rigorous adherence to versioning within our server and production tracking software. Naming Conventions: Maintaining a “clean” pipeline to prevent data … Read more