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📍 Creative Supervision – Sydney, AustraliaPosition at DNEG At DNEG, our Compositing Supervisors play a critical role in shaping the look and feel of a project. Assigned to a single show, you’ll work closely with the DFX and VFX Supervisors to lead the compositing team and deliver exceptional visual results. What You’ll Do Supervise and guide compositing artists, ensuring consistent methodologies and world-class quality. Solve technical challenges, design shot approaches, and set the creative benchmark for your team. Collaborate with other department supervisors to achieve the VFX Supervisor’s creative vision. Manage schedules, resources, and bids to deliver on time and within budget. Ensure compliance with color pipeline standards and client deliverables. Must Have Proven VFX industry experience as a 2D or Compositing Supervisor. Strong background working directly with VFX and DFX Supervisors. Experience leading and mentoring teams of 2D artists. Sharp creative eye with the ability to clearly brief and direct your team. Solid experience in production bidding and project management. Expertise in Nuke and a strong understanding of the overall VFX pipeline. Advanced knowledge of color workflows and deliverables. Nice to Have On-set supervision experience. Experience collaborating across global facilities. Track record of mentoring and developing junior talent. Experience across both film and TV projects. About You A proactive and adaptable leader. Strong communicator and collaborator. Calm under pressure with excellent problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and highly organised. The Role Permanent staff position Hybrid work model: minimum 2 days per week in our Sydney studio. Relocation required if you are not currently Sydney-based. About DNEG DNEG is one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies, known for delivering award-winning feature films, television, and multiplatform content. With more than 9,000 employees worldwide across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, we combine creative excellence with cutting-edge innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and will do our best to accommodate individual needs throughout the recruitment process.

At DNEG, our CG Supervisors are a cornerstone of project success. You will play a vital role in delivering world-class VFX by interpreting and implementing the creative vision of directors and VFX supervisors — all while keeping projects on schedule and within budget. DNEG, a global leader in visual effects and animation, is seeking a talented CG Supervisor to join our team in Sydney. As a CG Supervisor at DNEG, you are a cornerstone of project success, responsible for bridging the gap between artistic vision and technical execution. In this role, you will lead a team of artists to produce high-end CG assets and oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex VFX shots for high-profile feature films and episodic projects. You will act as a key advisor to VFX Supervisors and Directors, interpreting creative intent and managing technical production workflows to ensure that our work is not only world-class but also delivered on schedule and within budget. If you are an experienced leader with a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the global VFX pipeline, we invite you to help us create the impossible at our Sydney studio. Job Summary Details Detail Information Role CG Supervisor Studio DNEG Location Sydney, Australia (Hybrid) Experience Required Proven experience as CG or Sequence Supervisor Salary Range A$170,000 – A$220,000 (estimated) Key Focus VFX pipeline management, team leadership, shot delivery Core Software Maya (Expert), Industry-standard tools What You’ll Do Lead a team of artists in producing high-quality CG assets and setting up efficient shot pipelines. Oversee the creative and technical delivery of CG elements for shots throughout the project. Maintain clear, consistent communication between artists, production, and show leadership. Contribute to bidding and crew planning, and provide valuable feedback on pipeline improvements. Guide your team through both creative challenges and technical problem-solving, ensuring top-level results. What We’re Looking For Proven experience as a CG Supervisor or Sequence Supervisor on high-end live-action VFX projects. Strong creative eye and aesthetic judgment. Ability to interpret a client’s vision and effectively communicate it to internal teams. Skilled at pitching and presenting creative solutions to clients. Strong problem-solving skills, simplifying complex challenges into clear solutions. Thorough understanding of the end-to-end VFX pipeline. Background in collaborating with R&D teams to test, refine, and deploy new tools in production. Ability to thrive under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Expertise in Maya, with proficiency in other industry-standard software. About You Exceptional communicator and collaborator. Highly organised with a strong eye for detail. Recognised leader with proven motivational and mentoring skills. Technically sharp and creatively insightful. Self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive. Why Join DNEG? DNEG is home to some of the most talented artists and engineers in the industry. By joining us in Sydney, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that challenge the boundaries of what is possible in digital artistry. Global Impact: Work on award-winning content seen by millions of people worldwide. Collaborative Culture: We pride ourselves on combining world-class talent with an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workspace. Professional Growth: We are committed to your success, offering ongoing opportunities to influence our tools, workflows, and production culture. Inclusion: We believe our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating an equitable workplace and provide accommodations throughout the hiring process to ensure everyone has a fair chance to thrive.   About DNEG DNEG is one of the world’s leading VFX and animation companies, known for delivering award-winning feature films, television, and multiplatform content. With a global team of over 9,000 people across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, we’re proud to combine world-class talent with cutting-edge technology. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success. At DNEG, we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and will do our best to accommodate individual needs throughout the recruitment process. Are you currently working as a Lead or Supervisor in a VFX facility, and would you like to discuss the current production pipeline at our Sydney studio?

📍 Creative Supervision – Sydney, Australia Position at DNEG DNEG, a global powerhouse in visual effects and feature animation, is seeking a visionary Animation Supervisor to join our team in Sydney. As one of the world’s leading studios, we are responsible for crafting award-winning content for the biggest feature films and streaming series on the planet. We are looking for an experienced leader to help maintain our reputation for excellence by guiding our talented animation department. In this role, you will be the creative and technical bridge between directors, VFX supervisors, and our animation team. You will lead, inspire, and mentor artists ranging from junior levels to leads, ensuring that every project captures the director’s vision with world-class performances. If you are an industry veteran with a passion for high-profile creature and character work, this is your chance to shape the future of visual storytelling within a collaborative, globally connected environment. At DNEG, our Animation Supervisors play a key role in maintaining our reputation as a leader in live-action VFX and feature animation. Working closely with the Head of Animation, you’ll lead and inspire a team of talented artists — from juniors to leads — ensuring world-class creative results. What You’ll Do Collaborate with directors, VFX Supervisors, and Animation Leads to bring characters and creatures to life while maintaining continuity across projects. Supervise, mentor, and guide your animation team, ensuring they understand and deliver the director’s vision. Partner with the Build and Rigging departments to confirm models and rigs meet animator needs for control, usability, and performance. Act as the key contact for animation-related requests from other departments. Provide valuable input to improve DNEG’s pipeline and workflow, working closely with our R&D and Pipeline teams. What We’re Looking For 10+ years of CG experience on high-profile live-action and full CG feature films. Proven leadership experience managing and delegating tasks within creative teams. Strong technical knowledge of CG animation tools and workflows. Confident communicator, with experience working directly with clients and directors. Excellent problem-solving skills in 3D space, with the ability to anticipate and resolve challenges. A team-oriented leader who is also a mentor, adaptable, and highly motivated. The Role Permanent staff position Hybrid work model: at least 2 days per week in our Sydney studio. Relocation support available for candidates outside Sydney. Job Summary Details Detail Information Role Animation Supervisor Studio DNEG Location Sydney, Australia Model Hybrid (Min. 2 days/week in-studio) Experience Required 10+ years in CG/VFX/Feature Animation Salary Range A$160,000 – A$200,000 (approx.) Contract Permanent Staff Position   About DNEG DNEG is one of the world’s leading VFX and animation companies, creating award-winning content for feature films, television, and multiplatform entertainment. With over 9,000 employees across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia, we’re proud of our global presence and collaborative culture. We are committed to building a workplace that is equitable, diverse, and inclusive. Everyone should feel they belong at DNEG, and we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. If you need adjustments during the application process, we’ll do our best to support you. Why Join DNEG? DNEG is a home for the world’s most ambitious creators. With a workforce of over 9,000 employees globally, we offer the resources of a major studio while maintaining a community-focused, collaborative culture. Global Impact: Your work will be seen on the biggest screens in the world. Growth: We are committed to your professional development, offering clear paths for career progression and ongoing training. Supportive Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that provides the best of both worlds—in-studio collaboration and the flexibility of remote work. Inclusion: We are committed to an equitable and diverse workplace. We believe that everyone belongs at DNEG and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Relocation Support: We provide relocation assistance for candidates moving to the Sydney area.   How to Apply Ready to lead the animation team at DNEG Sydney? Application: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a link to your current demo reel/portfolio via the DNEG Careers page. Portfolio Focus: Your reel should highlight your leadership roles on large-scale feature films and your ability to craft complex creature or character performances. DNEG Talent Team: If your profile matches our needs, a member of our recruiting team will contact you to discuss your experience and the project opportunities currently available in our Sydney studio.