CG Spectrum’s Nuke VFX training program ignites creativity and enhances technical skills for a successful career as a compositor in the film industry.
In just 12 months, students master rotoscoping, digital painting, keying, scripting, and lighting techniques used by leading VFX studios worldwide. With unparalleled mentorship from industry professionals, students gain invaluable insights and the skills needed to excel in VFX compositing.
CG Spectrum offers personalised mentorship from experienced VFX professionals who have worked at some of the world's renowned studios – helping you to get ready for a job in the entertainment industry.
Our flexible online platform allows for studying from anywhere. Join today to unlock your full potential in VFX compositing.
This complete study pathway will prepare you for a career as a digital compositor in 1 year. Develop the necessary skill set and create impressive shots for your demo reel to show employers. These courses can be modular, or bundled for a discount.
Get a more hands-on education with mentorship from top film and game experts, an industry-approved curriculum and a thriving creative community cheering you on.
By giving you access to the most talented artists in the industry, we help you to become well connected, trained and prepared for life beyond school.
What you get when studying at CG Spectrum:
As an online school with students and mentors in 90+ countries, we're proud to bring the industry to you – wherever you are in the world!
Our commitment to job-outcomes and focus on career development has helped graduates find work at studios all over the world.
Master your skill set while getting expert feedback and support from your industry mentor in a live Q&A call each week. All CGS mentors are established artists with years of experience working on blockbuster films and top-rating TV shows at major studios.
Sean's worked at Walt Disney Animation, Technicolor VFX, and Sony on 100+ films and TV projects. Credits: Star Trek: Picard, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Avengers: Infinity War.
Dept. Head of Nuke Compositing
Known for Thor: Ragnarok
Brittany has 50+ film & TV credits to her name including three Star Wars films, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, Black Panther, Mad Max: Fury Road, Blade Runner 2049.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for Loki
Based in London, Josh has worked at MPC, ILM, and Double Negative on films like Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Ready Player One, The Jungle Book, The Martian, and Spectre.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom
Gen is an Oscar-nominated VFX Supervisor & Compositor who has worked at ILM, Mill Film, and Animal Logic. Credits: Love and Monsters, Doctor Strange, Star Wars: The Force Awakens and Mad Max: Fury Road.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for Love and Monsters
From Blue Sky to ILM, Method and MPC, Kasy's earned credits on dozens of projects including Kong: Skull Island, Ice Age, The Martian, X-Men: Days of Future Past and RoboCop and 47 Ronin.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for Kong: Skull Island
Jason is a Compositing Supervisor and Senior Compositor for TV. Credits: The Walking Dead, American Horror Story, Bones, Criminal Minds, Empire, Ozark, Prison Break, and The Tick.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for The Tick
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for The Flash
With a background in compositing, design, motion graphics, animation and 3D, Jai's work can be seen in Ant-Man and Wasp, Thor: Ragnarok, and Spider-Man: Homecoming.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part
Since scoring his first compositing role on Iron Man 2 for Double Negative, Joel's been nominated for two VES awards and worked as an Additional VFX Supervisor for The Mandalorian.
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for The Mandalorian
Mentor of Nuke Compositing
Known for Carnival Row
Our students create high quality work that speaks for itself. We provide you with the tools and resources to help you build a portfolio that gets noticed.
My only regret is that I didn't do it sooner!
My mentor helped me accelerate my learning with our weekly meetings. Once I completed the course, I was left with great portfolio pieces for my showreel and given free ongoing help by a Career Development Manager, who helped me polish my resume and LinkedIn profile to help kickstart my career.
CG Spectrum is my ideal way of learning.
With mentors active in the industry keeping you on track with industry proven skills and workflows, you know you're not wasting your time. You get what you put into this course and there isn't such thing as being too keen. I couldn't be happier with the progress and skills I've gained since starting.
Your mentors are there to help you succeed!
I've been studying for almost a year now and have had people reaching out to me for jobs, which I never thought I'd have! Your mentors will know the people you need to know to in order to help you get your foot in the door.
Picking CG Spectrum has been the best decision I have ever made.
My 1-on-1 compositing mentor was fantastic and I could not have asked for anything more so in tune with the VFX Industry. I have learned so much.
Along with learning Nuke, I learnt a lot about the industry.
I studied VFX Nuke Compositing in CG Spectrum. I really enjoyed it and got very good experience in Nuke. The syllabus and materials are excellent and give a strong foundation in Nuke. They have very professional instructors whose work is prominent in big blockbuster movies.
CGS was the most organized, polished-looking program to learn compositing.
In VFX, all of these skills change so much, so often, that getting taught by someone who is actively a pro in the field makes a whole lot of sense.
Discover free VFX compositing resources and articles to inspire you on your journey into the film and games industry.
What software do VFX compositors use?
VFX compositors use a variety of software depending on the project they're working on. However, there are some industry-standard programs such as The Foundry's Nuke and Adobe After Effects which also have powerful animation and effects tools. Other popular programs include Shake, and Flame.
What is the difference between FX and compositing?
The key difference between FX and compositing is that FX is the process of creating special effects for movies, TV shows, and video games, while compositing is the process of combining multiple images or elements to create a single image.
FX refers to visual effects that are added in post-production to create an effect that couldn't be captured during live-action filming. This could include adding computer-generated imagery (CGI), green screen effects, or using special software to simulate realistic environments.
Compositing is the process of combining multiple images or elements into a single image. This could include combining two or more live-action shots together, or adding CG elements into a live-action shot. In compositing, the term "layer" is used to describe each individual element that makes up the final image.
How do I start a VFX career?
Here are 9 tips to help you start a career in visual effects (VFX):
1. Get the skills and practice, practice, practice. Whether you take a course or self-study, you will need to know the latest techniques studios are using.
2. Build your portfolio and keep updating it.
3. Stay up-to-date with the latest software and technology used in the VFX industry.
4. Attend workshops, conferences, and other VFX events, and network with professionals in the field.
5. Apply for jobs, and share your VFX work regularly on your social channels.
6. Be open to relocating for the right job, if you can.
7. Be prepared to work hard, as deadlines are often tight in the VFX industry.
8. Have a positive attitude and be passionate about your work.
9. Don't give up! Keep growing your skills and applying for jobs. Pursuing a career in VFX can be challenging, but it's also extremely rewarding. Nothing like seeing your name in the credits!
Is compositing a good job?
Compositing is a great career choice for creative people with strong attention to detail. It is one of the most in-demand VFX jobs (90% of CG Spectrum's advanced compositing grads are now working in the industry).
Compositors need to be able to understand the big picture of a project and also be able to focus on the small details. They need to be able to work well under pressure and meet deadlines. They also need to communicate well with other members of the VFX team. If you have these skills and are interested in a career in VFX, then compositing may be an excellent job for you!