Highly motivated and solution-oriented creative with over 12 years of experience working on Hollywood feature films/ high-end episodic TV series. Proficient in managing schedules and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

Siew Jia Yi

Highly motivated and solution-oriented creative with over 12 years of experience working on Hollywood feature films/ high-end episodic TV series. Proficient in managing schedules and communicating with internal and external stakeholders.

Available to hire

Highly motivated and solution-oriented creative
with over 12 years of experience working on
Hollywood feature films/ high-end episodic TV
series.
Proficient in managing schedules and
communicating with internal and external
stakeholders.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Compositor / Roto/Paint Department Supervisor (Roto/Paint) at Mini Engine Visual Effects Inc
May 1, 2026 - Present
Supervises Roto/Paint across various projects, providing cost estimates and assigning tasks to internal resources and outsourced vendors. Ensures quality via final QC before handoff to downstream departments. Collaborates with other departments and external vendors to meet deadlines. Develops and streamlines workflows to improve department efficiency and creates structured training/onboarding programs for new hires and team leads. Notable credits include Skeleton Crew (Emmy Awards 2026).
Compositor at Dandelion Studios Pte Ltd
February 1, 2026 - Present
Compositing of TV commercials broadcast in South-East Asia. Integrated AI tools/workflow into the VFX pipeline and provided consultation services on managing feature film and episodic VFX projects.
Training Executive at Dandelion Studios Pte Ltd
February 1, 2026 - Present
Coordinated and delivered training programs across the organization, mentored staff, and contributed to talent development.
Roto/Paint Artist (Digital Painting & Roto) at Image Engine Design Inc
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2025
Supervises Roto/Paint work across projects and provides cost estimates. Coordinates task distribution and ensures timely delivery by aligning with internal teams and external facilities/vendors. Develops tools to improve workflow efficiency and conducts training/tutorials in English and Mandarin for different facilities.
Senior Roto/Paint Artist at Image Engine Design Inc
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2025
Supervised roto/paint across projects, provided cost estimates, assigned tasks to internal resources and outsource vendors, and conducted final quality control checks before handing work to downstream departments. Collaborated with other departments and outsource vendors to ensure projects were delivered on time. Developed and streamlined work processes to increase efficiency; participated in training plans for new hires and team leads. Notable projects included Star Wars: Mandalorian (Season 3), Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, Tron: Ares, and Dune: Prophecy.
Specialist / Roto/Paint Supervisor at Industrial Light and Magic (LucasFilm)
June 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Works on high-end episodic/feature VFX workflows with Roto/Paint responsibilities for notable productions including Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, Tron: Ares, and Dune: Prophecy (Season 1).
Roto/Paint Artist at Industrial Light and Magic (Disney)
June 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Led roto/paint tasks across projects and collaborated with multiple departments to ensure high-quality outputs. Notable projects included The Rings of Power, Marvel’s Eternals, Space Jam - A New Legacy.
Roto/Paint Supervisor (Roto/Paint) at BaseFX
December 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Supervises Roto/Paint across multiple projects and provides cost estimates for facilities in Malaysia and China. Develops workflow-improvement tools. Delivers training and tutorials in English and Mandarin for cross-facility teams.
Senior Roto/Paint Artist at BaseFX
December 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020
Supervised roto/paint across projects; provided cost estimates for facilities in Malaysia and China; developed tools to improve workflow and increase efficiency. Delivered training and tutorials in English and Mandarin for different company facilities.
Roto/Paint Artist at BaseFX
October 1, 2016 - September 1, 2018
Supervised roto/paint across projects and developed tools aimed at improving workflow and increasing departmental efficiency. Provided training and tutorials in multiple languages (English, Mandarin) for different company facilities.
Double Negative (Roto/Paint work) at Double Negative
May 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016
Engaged in VFX production work as part of the Roto/Paint/visual effects pipeline (details not specified).
Roto Artist at Double Negative
May 1, 2015 - April 1, 2016
Performed roto/paint tasks across projects and collaborated with teams to ensure quality and pipeline efficiency.
Training Executive at BaseFX
January 1, 2012 - December 1, 2013
Training-focused role supporting onboarding and skill development for VFX pipeline teams (details not specified).
Ground Based Air Defense Officer (National Service) at Singapore Armed Forces (Ground Based Air Defense)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012
Military/national service experience as an officer (details not specified).

Education

Diploma in Games Design and Development at ACP Computer Training School Pte. Ltd
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Diploma in Games Design and Development at Nanyang Polytechnic
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Specialist Diploma in Visual Effects at Nanyang Polytechnic
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
at Singapore Polytechnic
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
at Ground Based Air Defense Officer (National Service)
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services