The multi-Oscar-winning creative Film & Episodic studio, at Framestore has worked with some of the greatest storytellers in film today. Collaborating with directors and producers across the complete filmmaking process to help design, plan and create beautiful images, we focus on finding innovative creative solutions to support their vision and set new standards for visual effects in cinema.
Framestore combines talent and technology to bring life to everything we create. Driven by creativity and inspired by the future, we set out every day to reframe the possible.
About the role
The Environment Supervisor at Framestore plays a crucial role in both the creative and technical aspects of a film or episodic production. Reporting to the CG Supervisor, VFX Supervisor, and Producer, this role encompasses developing and enhancing techniques, fostering team growth through structured development, and defining lead artist roles and responsibilities.
Working closely with the Department Manager and production teams, the Environment Supervisor facilitates artist and resource scheduling. In collaboration with the Head of Department (HOD), they provide artistic and technical guidance to the team for both CG and DMP, while establishing show-specific and departmental standards and techniques.
Client interaction is also a key responsibility, where the Environment Supervisor represents Framestore's technical and creative capabilities. They are responsible for the daily management of leads, artists, and TDs on specific shows, as well as designing and building pipeline tools and workflows for other artists to utilize.
What you’ll do:
Work with VFX/CG Supervisor and with HOD to explore and create the look of an environment for a film to a Client’s requirements and specifications
Provide clear direction to all environment/DMP artists, provide reference and art direction help, setting clear objectives, monitoring process, progress and results
Work closely with Producers, Supervisors, Artists, and other necessary departments in creating high quality VFX
Work with the department manager to ensure the project is crewed efficiently
Have a good working relationship with all the other departments within Framestore and work on ideas and solutions at a holistic level
Evaluate the creative requirements of a project, determine the technical implications, and make high-level operational decisions. (e.g. balance between third-party tools vs. proprietary development, and selection of specific technical methodologies)
Collaborate with software teams when new development are required on a show
Determine, modify and maintain the most effective and efficient technical approach and workflow possible
Conduct reviews to be final quality control on all deliveries of shots prior to VFX Supervisor and Client review
What we’re looking for:
Extensive production and supervision experience in a similar or relevant position, with the ability to ensure artists’ work is of a high standard both artistically and technically
Good technical understanding of CG pipelines and the ability to specify efficient workflows and identify additional tools required
Good knowledge of Extensive experience in look development and final lighting
Holistic knowledge of the generalist environment pipeline with good knowledge of 2D and DMP, 2.5D and projection techniques, 3D modelling, texturing, compositing, rendering and optimization of the workflow
Working knowledge of 3D renderers and Nuke
Experience in engaging Production Leadership and Teams so as to be aware of and enable the team to meet production schedules and budgets
Coding experience in Python
You might also have:
Experience with other render packages
Proven creative ability and artistic flair
Application Process
To apply, please complete the linked application form or submit your resume and portfolio to recruiters@framestore.com with the subject line: Environment Supervisor - Montreal
Accessibility Statement
Our Montreal studio has universal access, with step-free entry, accessible toilets, and quiet spaces available. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace for everyone and continue to improve accessibility to ensure all employees feel supported.
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The requirements listed in our job descriptions are guidelines, not hard and fast rules. You don’t have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If your skills are transferable and you feel like the role is right for you then we encourage you to apply. Applying gives you the opportunity to be considered for this role or for other roles that we might have coming up.
Framestore is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. We aim to encourage and support all of our current and future employees to achieve their potential. No individual will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us.
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