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Compositor & Colorist Jobs in New York, NY at AbelCine
AbelCine, a leading technology provider for the broadcast, production, and new media industries, is seeking a skilled Compositor & Colorist for a temp-to-perm position with one of our key clients. This role is centered on green screen keying, high-end compositing, and final color correction for video and event content.
As a secondary responsibility, the ideal candidate will also contribute to text animation and motion graphic design, supporting a wide range of branded visual media across live events, video, and digital platforms.
This is a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative in-person role supporting visually ambitious, high-profile productions.
Key Responsibilities:
Primary – Compositing & Color Correction
Perform green screen keying and cleanup, ensuring clean mattes, realistic edges, and seamless integration between talent and digital environments.
Composite live-action footage with CG backgrounds, motion graphics, and other visual layers.
Apply color correction and grading using DaVinci Resolve or similar tools to ensure visual consistency, style alignment, and platform readiness.
Match multi-camera footage and balance lighting for continuity across shots.
Deliver final, polished visuals optimized for large-scale event screens, social media, and web distribution.
Secondary – Motion Graphics & Text Animation
Create dynamic text animations, lower thirds, title cards, and other motion graphics elements using After Effects.
Support the design team in animating brand assets and building visual elements for video content and presentations.
Ensure graphic elements adhere to brand guidelines while remaining visually fresh and engaging.
Production Support & Workflow
Collaborate with editors, designers, and producers to assemble final deliverables.
Prepare, export, and manage renders across multiple platforms and specs.
Maintain organized project files and naming conventions to support team collaboration.
Respond quickly to feedback and implement revisions with a high level of precision.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
5+ years of professional experience in compositing, keying, and color correction.
Mastery of:
Adobe After Effects (keying, tracking, animation)
DaVinci Resolve or equivalent color grading software
Adobe Premiere Pro and Photoshop
Demonstrated skill in:
Seamless green screen compositing and cleanup
Matching lighting, perspective, and motion between elements
Polished, professional-grade color finishing
A portfolio or reel showcasing green screen work and color correction.
Experience preparing content for live events and multi-platform distribution.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience creating animated typography and brand motion graphics.
Familiarity with 3D tools (Cinema 4D, Blender, Unreal Engine) for compositing integration.
Experience working with Disguise Designer or similar real-time playback tools.
Basic sound syncing and video finishing skills.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
Physical Effort:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a computer
Dexterity for using design tools and equipment
Ability to distinguish colors, fonts, and images
Ability to concentrate on detailed tasks
Occasional lifting of light equipment (e.g., printers, monitors)
Standing or walking for short periods, such as during meetings or presentations
Candidates must submit a digital demo for review. Applicants without demo samples will not be considered.
This is a temp-to-perm position with an estimated temporary period of around 3 months.
Standard working hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM.
The role is on-site at our client’s Midtown Manhattan location.
Compensation Range: $2,0000 – $2,500 per week.
AbelCine embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe the more inclusive we are, the better our company will be.
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Title: Compositor & Colorist
Company: AbelCine
Location: New York, NY
