I'm Nandhu RC, a senior/lead compositor with 15+ years in feature-film VFX, specializing in shot ownership, sequence continuity, and delivering solid results under pressure. I've led artists across multi-shot sequences, reduced iteration, and fortified schedule and team health. I'm comfortable working with modern ML tools and AI-assisted pipelines, while anchoring decisions in human judgment and accountability for final visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments, balancing quality, schedule, and creative intent.…

Nandhu RC

I'm Nandhu RC, a senior/lead compositor with 15+ years in feature-film VFX, specializing in shot ownership, sequence continuity, and delivering solid results under pressure. I've led artists across multi-shot sequences, reduced iteration, and fortified schedule and team health. I'm comfortable working with modern ML tools and AI-assisted pipelines, while anchoring decisions in human judgment and accountability for final visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments, balancing quality, schedule, and creative intent.…

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I’m Nandhu RC, a senior/lead compositor with 15+ years in feature-film VFX, specializing in shot ownership, sequence continuity, and delivering solid results under pressure. I’ve led artists across multi-shot sequences, reduced iteration, and fortified schedule and team health.

I’m comfortable working with modern ML tools and AI-assisted pipelines, while anchoring decisions in human judgment and accountability for final visuals. I thrive in collaborative environments, balancing quality, schedule, and creative intent.

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Malayalam
Fluent
Hindi
Advanced
Tamil
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior/Lead Composer at Flo VFX
July 1, 2025 - Present
Own complex shots from turnover to final, ensuring creative intent, lookdev, technical stability, and continuity while reducing late-stage iteration. Acted as first escalation point for compositing issues, providing clear diagnosis, ETAs, and fix strategies. Developed sequence templates, shot modules, and reusable setups to reduce iteration. Dedicated weekly time to pipeline optimization and automation to improve team efficiency.
Senior/ Lead Composer at Flo VFX
July 1, 2025 - Present
Own complex shots from turnover to final; reduce late-stage iterations; optimize pipelines and support team health.
Freelance Compositor at Flo VFX
July 1, 2025 - Present
Senior / Lead Compositor on feature film & episodic work within large-scale studio pipelines; collaborating across CG, lighting, and production to deliver final shots to studio standards.
Senior Composer at ILM
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Owned complex shots with high creative and technical demands; flagged continuity and integration risks early to protect sequence integrity; maintained consistent delivery during high-pressure phases while supporting team well-being.
Senior Composer at ILM (Industrial Light & Magic)
June 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025
Owned high-demand shots, identified risks early, supported team wellbeing, and maintained delivery quality.
Senior Compositor at Industrial Light & Magic
June 1, 2024 - June 1, 2025
Senior Compositor on high-profile projects, contributing to shot work across effects, lighting, and color for large-scale productions (e.g., 2025 Superman, Tron: Ares).
Senior Composer at DNEG
July 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Developed sequence look and delivered red complex hero shots; navigated pipeline challenges in a newly established facility with out compromise to quality; acted as stabilising presence during technical and schedule uncertainty.
Senior Compositor at DNEG
July 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024
Senior Compositor on major titles (e.g., Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Avatar: The Way of Water); responsible for CG integration and look development in collaboration with lighting and CG.
Senior Composer at Weta FX
July 1, 2022 - May 31, 2023
Delivered complex shots under tight schedules, mentored artists, and supported pipeline quality.
Senior Compositor at Wētā FX
July 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Senior Compositor on high-end projects (e.g., Masters of the Air, Transformers: Rise of the Beasts, Avatar: The Way of Water); contributed to shot work and pipeline coordination.
Composition Supervisor at Outpost VFX
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Plan and strategize compositing sequences across sites in collaboration with 2D and VFX Supervisors; owned sequence look development, neutrals, and final quality control; identified pipeline gaps and implemented workflow improvements; participated in departmental hiring and delivered accelerated training for new joiners.
Composer Supervisor at Outpost VFX
April 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022
Planned and strategized sequence composition across sites; owned look development and quality control; trained new hires.
Compositing Supervisor at Outpost VFX
April 1, 2022 - June 1, 2022
Compositing Supervisor on feature and episodic work; oversaw shot work across teams and maintained delivery standards.
Lead Compositor at Moving Picture Company
December 1, 2018 - March 1, 2022
Lead Compositor across feature and episodic pipelines; managed heavy shot loads and collaboration with CG, lighting, and production (e.g., 2019–2024 titles).
Senior Compositor at Moving Picture Company (Bengaluru)
July 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Senior Compositor working on major projects; contributed to high-end visual effects across multiple sequences.
Lead Compositor at MPC
July 1, 2016 - March 1, 2022
Led compositing teams across multi-shot sequences from look development through final delivery; allocated shots, briefed artists, and conducted reviews to maintain consistency and schedule; established sequence neutrals and look benchmarks to reduce downstream rework; performed quality control and continuity checks across sequences; delivered compositing training sessions through MPC Academy during production downtime.
Lead Composer at MPC (Moving Picture Company)
July 1, 2016 - March 31, 2022
Led composition for multi-shot sequences, established LookDev, tech stability, and delivery.
Senior Compositor at Anibrain
December 1, 2014 - June 1, 2016
Senior Compositor on feature projects; contributed to shot work and look development.
Mid Level VFX Compositor at Prime Focus World
October 1, 2013 - November 1, 2014
Mid Level VFX Compositor on multiple projects; played a key role in shot integration and timing within the pipeline.
Junior Digital Compositor at Prism & Pixels VFX Studio
May 1, 2011 - October 1, 2013
Junior Digital Compositor for South Indian films, commercials, and international stop-motion projects; contributed to compositing and plate integration.
VFX Artist at Anibrain / Prime Focus World / Prism & Pixels VFX Studio / Ultra Rays 3D
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2016
Progressive responsibility from Junior to Senior across live-action, CG, and stereo pipelines.
VFX Artist / Compositor at Anibrain, Prime Focus World, Prism & Pixels VFX Studio, Ultra Rays 3D
January 1, 2011 - June 30, 2016
Progressive responsibility from junior to senior across live-action, CG, and stereo pipelines.
Stereo Roto Prep Artist at Ultra Rays 3D Technology Pvt. Ltd.
January 1, 2011 - April 1, 2011
Roto prep for stereoscopic projects; supported stereo pipeline with roto and prep work.
Freelance Generalist at Trivandrum, India
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Motion Graphics, Photographer (Freelance)
Freelance Generalist at Self-Employed
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Motion graphics, compositing, and photography work for projects in Trivandrum, India.

Education

Diploma, Digital Compositing For Films at Clusters College For Media & Design
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Advanced Diploma, 3D Animation at Adhunik School Of Animation
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
BSc Mathematics at Kerala University (Distance Education)
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2011
Associate of Science (AS), Biology at St. Xaviers HSS Peyad
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009
Diploma in Digital Compositing for Films at Clusters School of Digital Arts SFS Point, Near AIR, Vazhuthacaud, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Animation Engineering at Adhunik School of Animation Cherunniyoor Towers, Vanchiyoor, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2010
HSC, Science at St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2009
Diploma in Digital Compositing for Films at Cluster School of Digital Arts, SFS Point, Near AI R, Vazhuthacaud, Trivandrum, Kerala 695014, India
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Animation Engineering at Adhunik School of Animation, Cherunniyoor Towers, Vanchiyoor, Trivandrum, 695038, India
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010
HSC, Science at St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Trivandrum, Kerala, India
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2009

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Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other

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