Visual effects supervisor

In the context of film and television production, a visual effects supervisor is responsible for achieving the creative aims of the director and/or producers through the use of visual effects. While it is a creative role, most supervisors posess a strong technical background and are capable of making informed decisions about the most efficient and effective technique to employ to solve the problem at hand.

Supervisors can be employed directly by a film production company or work for a visual effects company. Often there are several VFX supervisors on a project, although there is typically a senior VFX supervisor directing their efforts.

Specific responsibilities vary somewhat depending on the nature of the production, however most supervisors:

• Handle a VFX project from conception through to completion
• Manage and direct the technical, artistic, and production personnelle
• Possess a knowledge of various visual effects techniques with emphasis on camera set-ups and film knowledge with an eye for composition and camera work.
• Accurately predict timing and associated costs of project
• Collaborate on the bidding and negotiation processes

There is not a union for VFX Supervisors, however the Visual Effects Society is a prominent trade organization representing the interests of visual effects professionals.