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Matthias Lowry

Matthias Lowry

Burton,New Brunswick

Summary

Creative Compositor with 18+ years of experience as a compositor. Passionate about developing characters that bring stories to life. Proficient in Nuke and Photoshop and focused on completing projects with accuracy and artistic skill.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Compositor

Gneiss VFX
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Stayed current on industry trends, software updates, and new techniques through continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Achieved optimal shot composition through close collaboration with directors, cinematographers, and editors.
  • Evaluated images and sequences for technical quality and aesthetic integrity prior to final submission.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines through effective communication with supervisors, producers, and other artists.
  • Created visually stunning sequences using a combination of 2D and 3D elements for film and television productions.
  • Enhanced visual effects quality by seamlessly integrating computer-generated imagery and live-action footage.

Lead Compositor

VFX Legion
04.2020 - 02.2023
  • Mentored junior artists, fostering their growth in technical skills and artistic sensibilities.
  • Enhanced visual effects quality by seamlessly integrating computer-generated imagery and live-action footage.
  • Improved project turnaround times by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
  • Developed custom tools and scripts to automate repetitive tasks, increasing overall efficiency within the team.
  • Balanced workload efficiently between multiple projects while adhering to strict creative guidelines set forth by clients.
  • Created visually stunning sequences using a combination of 2D and 3D elements for film and television productions.

Lead Compositor

Lux VFX
09.2019 - 04.2020
  • Leading a team of 5 compositors with a wide range of experience
  • Participating in Interviews
  • Helping and guiding my team to achieve an efficient shot turnover, raising their performance and quality without missing our predefined deadlines.
  • Balanced workload efficiently between multiple projects while adhering to strict creative guidelines set forth by clients.
  • Improved project turnaround times by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
  • Maintained consistency of finished work through careful adjustment of color balance.
  • Mentored junior artists, fostering their growth in technical skills and artistic sensibilities.

Lead Compositor

Hydraulx
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Leading a team of 17 compositors
  • Participating in Interviews
  • Helping and guiding my team to achieve an efficient shot turnover, raising their performance and quality without missing our predefined deadlines.
  • Balanced workload efficiently between multiple projects while adhering to strict creative guidelines set forth by clients.
  • Improved project turnaround times by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing deadlines.
  • Maintained consistency of finished work through careful adjustment of color balance.
  • Created sequences under tight deadlines and seamlessly integrated with other components.
  • Liaised with other departments to discuss ideas and create unified goals.

Senior Compositor

FuseFX
09.2017 - 05.2019
  • Compositing mid to complex VFX shots on multiple TV shows.
  • Collaborated with the production team to establish a consistent visual style for various projects.
  • Supported the development of a positive and collaborative work environment by actively engaging with team members during meetings and project discussions.
  • Developed custom tools and scripts to automate repetitive tasks, increasing overall efficiency within the team.
  • Stayed current on industry trends, software updates, and new techniques through continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Balanced workload efficiently between multiple projects while adhering to strict creative guidelines set forth by clients.
  • Created visually stunning sequences using a combination of 2D and 3D elements for film and television productions.

Sequence Lead Compositor

Zoic Studios
05.2011 - 09.2017
  • Supervising a team of 5-9 artists
  • In charge of 80-120 shots per episode with a tight deadline of approximately 2 weeks
  • Responsibilities include creating a working template to ensure shot consistency, delegating workload to ensure the fastest turnaround, and helping and guiding my team to achieve an efficient shot turnover; raising their performance and quality without missing our predefined deadlines.
  • Stayed current on industry trends, software updates, and new techniques through continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Established an organized file management system for easy access to assets across multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines through effective communication with supervisors, producers, and other artists.

Compositing Mentor

Think Tank Training Center
08.2012 - 01.2015
  • Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support.
  • Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
  • Guided mentees in overcoming challenges by sharing personal experiences and offering practical advice.
  • Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
  • Assisted mentees in developing self-confidence and positive self-image.
  • Offered constructive feedback on mentee progress, enabling them to refine their skills and enhance their potential.
  • Monitored mentee performance consistently, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting mentorship approaches accordingly.

Primary Compositing Instructor

Think Tank Training Center
06.2012 - 01.2015
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
  • Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.

Education

GED -

Coquitlam Open Learning
Coquitlam, BC
07.2021

In Nuke And Houdini -

Vancouver Film School
Vancouver, BC
01.2006

Diploma in Visual Effects -

Vancouver Film School
Vancouver, BC
01.2006

Skills

  • Adobe Photoshop

  • Post-Production Management

  • Green screen compositing

  • Motion Graphics Design

  • Visual Effects

  • Node-Based Compositing

  • Unreal Engine

  • VFX Supervision

  • CG Integration Expertise

  • Da Vinci Resolve

  • Compositing Pipeline Development

  • Camera Projection

Websites

Accomplishments

  • Animex International Festival of Animation and Computer Games: Second place for VFX
  • Canadian Awards for the Electronic and Animated Arts (CAEAA): Nominated for “Best Visual Effects in Animation or Video Game”
  • Rhythm and Hues Scholarship: “Honorable Mention” winner 2006
  • VFS Scholarship

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
German
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Senior Compositor

Gneiss VFX
10.2022 - 10.2023

Lead Compositor

VFX Legion
04.2020 - 02.2023

Lead Compositor

Lux VFX
09.2019 - 04.2020

Lead Compositor

Hydraulx
05.2019 - 09.2019

Senior Compositor

FuseFX
09.2017 - 05.2019

Compositing Mentor

Think Tank Training Center
08.2012 - 01.2015

Primary Compositing Instructor

Think Tank Training Center
06.2012 - 01.2015

Sequence Lead Compositor

Zoic Studios
05.2011 - 09.2017

GED -

Coquitlam Open Learning

In Nuke And Houdini -

Vancouver Film School

Diploma in Visual Effects -

Vancouver Film School

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