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Hi, I’m Thomas Conrad Jr., a Senior Visual Effects Composer based in Queens, New York. I have over 14 years in the VFX industry, specializing in advanced compositing techniques, green screening, 3D tracking, and CG integration. I am proficient in Nuke X, Mocha, and Shotgun, and have a proven track record delivering high-quality visual effects for feature films, TV shows, and commercial projects.
I excel at solving complex visual problems by ensuring seamless integration of CG and 2D elements into live-action footage and maintaining continuity across shots and sequences. I am committed to meeting tight deadlines and budgets while upholding the highest standards of visual excellence.
Experience Level
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Senior Nuke Composer at Crafty Apes VFX
January 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025Senior Nuke Composer on major projects including Star Trek Discovery, 21 Bridges, Dreamland, LA's Finest, If Beale Street Could Talk, and I Am Not Okay With This. Specialized in 3D tracking, 2D tracking, keying, roto, particle effects, and CG composites. Ensured consistent looks across multiple shots for continuity and quality.
Senior Freelance Nuke Composer at FuseFX
March 1, 2018 - September 27, 2025Scene cleanup, crew and equipment removal for NBC's Crossbones. Created 2.5D matte paintings from stills, integrated CG water, and keyed greenscreens. Worked on NBC's Crossbones.
Senior Freelance Nuke Composer at Perception NYC
February 1, 2014 - September 27, 2025Worked on Captain America 2: Winter Soldier. Established looks and solved design and effects for key VFX shots. Created HUD displays, 3D tracking, 2D tracking, and keying.
Senior Nuke Composer at MPC
September 1, 2015 - September 27, 2025Worked on The Revenant, The Martian, and Goosebumps. Specialized in integrating CG elements, stereo particles, and seamless scene stitching. Ensured visual consistency across complex sequences.
Freelance Nuke Composer at Methods Studio
January 1, 2014 - September 27, 2025Worked on Foxcatcher, Almanac, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Calvin Klein. Keyed, tracked, matte painted, and composed CG elements.
Lead Composer/3D Generalist at KBS+
September 1, 2013 - September 27, 2025Created 3D scenes, lighting, animation, rendering, and composing.
Lead Composer at The Molecule
January 1, 2014 - September 27, 2025Promoted to lead composer, executing all composing elements. Worked on TV shows including Elementary, Smash, Royals, Deception, and Borgia.
Senior Nuke Composer at Crafty Apes VFX
December 31, 2023 - September 27, 2025Led and contributed to high-profile VFX shots for projects including Star Trek Discovery, 21 Bridges, Dreamland, LA's Finest, If Beale Street Could Talk, and I Am Not Okay With This. Specialized in 3D tracking, 2D tracking, keying, roto, particle effects, and CG composites. Ensured consistent looks across multiple shots for continuity and quality.
Nuke Composer (Freelance) at Freelance / Self-Employed
March 31, 2018 - September 27, 2025Scene cleanup, crew and equipment removal for NBC's Crossbones. Created 2.5D matte paintings from stills, integrated CG water, and keyed greenscreens. Worked on NBC's Crossbones and other freelance projects.
Senior Freelance Nuke Composer at Perception NYC
February 28, 2014 - September 27, 2025Worked on Captain America 2: Winter Soldier. Established looks and solved design and effects for key VFX shots. Created HUD displays, 3D tracking, 2D tracking, and keying.
Senior Nuke Composer at MPC
September 30, 2015 - September 27, 2025Contributed to The Revenant, The Martian, Goosebumps. Specialized in CG integration and shot consistency across sequences.
Freelance Nuke Composer at Method Studios
January 31, 2014 - September 27, 2025Worked on Foxcatcher, Almanac, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Calvin Klein. Keyed, tracked CG elements, and composed shots for integration.
Lead Composer / 3D Generalist at KBS+
September 30, 2013 - September 27, 2025Created 3D scenes, lighting, animation, rendering, and compositing. Integrated 2D and 3D elements in Nuke and contributed to NBC's Crossbones.
Lead Composer at The Molecule
December 31, 2014 - September 27, 2025Promoted to lead composer, executing all composing elements. Worked on TV shows including Elementary, Smash, Royal Pains, Deception, and Borgia.
Nuke Composer at New Line Cinema (Client Side)
February 28, 2025 - September 27, 2025Reviewed, spotted and assisted with bidding of shots; leveraged 14 years of VFX experience to quickly identify problems and generate positive, scope-conscious solutions.
Senior Nuke Composer at Assembly
August 31, 2023 - September 27, 2025Project: Mr and Mrs Smith. Worked with the team to establish consistent looks between shots for continuity of effects; performed 2D, 3D and planar tracking of elements across sequences; integrated 3D elements into real-world footage for car chases and gunfights.
Senior Nuke Composer at Crafty Apes VFX
January 1, 2023 - September 27, 2025Worked on major projects including Star Trek Discovery, 21 Bridges, Dreamland, LA's Finest, If Beale Street Could Talk, and I Am Not Okay With This. Specialized in 3D tracking, 2D tracking, keying, roto, particle effects, and CG composites. Ensured consistent looks across shots and mentored junior talent; collaborated with VFX supervisors.
Senior Freelancer Nuke Composer at FuseFX
March 1, 2018 - September 27, 2025Scene cleanup, crew and equipment removal for NBC's Crossbones. Created 2.5D matte paintings from stills, integrated CG water, and keyed green screens. Worked on major TV franchises to bring shots under budget and on time.
Senior Freelance Nuke Composer at Perception NYC
February 1, 2014 - September 27, 2025Projects including Captain America 2: Winter Soldier. Established looks and solved design and effects for key VFX shots. Created HUD displays, 3D tracking, 2D tracking, and keying.
Senior Nuke Composer at MPC
September 1, 2015 - September 27, 2025Projects including The Revenant, The Martian, and Goosebumps. Specialized in integrating CG elements, stereo particles, and seamless scene stitching. Ensured visual consistency across complex sequences.
Freelance Nuke Composer at Method Studios
January 1, 2014 - September 27, 2025Projects including Foxcatcher, Almanac, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Calvin Klein. Keyed, tracked, matte painted, and composited CG elements. Integrated 2D and 3D elements in Nuke; generated particles in Nuke and Maya.
Lead Composer / 3D Generalist at KBS+
September 1, 2013 - September 27, 2025Created 3D scenes, lighting, animation, rendering, and compositing. Integrated 2D and 3D elements in Nuke; generated particles in Nuke and Maya.
Education
Associate of Occupational Studies in Digital Animation and Visual Effects at DAVE School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Courses in Color Theory, Perspectives, 3D Design, Typography, and Art History at Auburn University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Occupational Associate's Degree at DAVE School (Digital Animation and Visual Effects)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Coursework in Color Theory, Perspectives, 3D Design, Typography, and Art History at Auburn University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Associate's Degree in Digital Animation and Visual Effects at DAVE School
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Coursework in Color Theory, Perspectives, 3D Design, Typography, and Art History at Auburn University
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2003Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services
Collection of shows and films I’ve worked on in my 15 years.
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