VFX 2D Creative Retouch Artist

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly skilled VFX 2D Compositor and retouching Artist with exceptional Photoshop expertise, strong visual artistry, and a good understanding of photographic principles to join our creative imaging team. Working closely with our VFX teams, you’ll be responsible for compositing not only render passes into final images, but also Ai generated elements, photography and more. Your role will be central to shaping the final look of our work bringing together technical precision, artistic judgement, and photographic believability, in order to elevate high-end bespoke CG stills imagery to final delivery quality. This is a highly creative position for someone with a great eye for color, light, composition, and realism, and a passion for visual storytelling. A strong understanding of photography, lensing, perspective, and composition is essential for achieving believable, high-end photorealistic imagery. While the role is primarily focused on 2D compositing, an interest in 3D workflows and CGI is highly valued and any experience in 3D will be a significant bonus. Our core focus is product visualisation, particularly automotive, complemented by a diverse range of other product and advertising work. 

Key Responsibilities

• Composite CGI render passes into high-quality final imagery using Adobe Photoshop.
• Collaborate closely with CGI and 3D artists to achieve creative and technical objectives.
• Apply advanced colour grading, retouching, and visual effects to enhance realism and impact.
• Use photographic knowledge (lighting, lensing, depth of field, perspective) to guide compositing decisions.
• Incorporate AI workflows and techniques where they add clear value, improving efficiency and streamlining production.
• Bring strong artistic judgement and compositional awareness to every image.
• Interpret creative briefs and translate them into compelling visual outcomes.
• Maintain exceptional visual quality while meeting deadlines.
• Contribute to look development and visual style across projects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Advanced mastery of Photoshop for compositing, retouching, and image finishing.
• Strong understanding of colour management, colour theory, and visual consistency across outputs.
• Excellent knowledge of photography principles, including lenses, lighting, perspective, and composition.
• Exceptional artistic eye for detail, realism, and visual balance.
• Proven experience compositing CGI render passes (AOVs, layers, mattes, etc.).
• Familiarity with tools such as Nuke, After Effects, or similar compositing software.
• Understanding of CGI pipelines and collaboration with 3D teams.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to work autonomously as well as within a team

Nice to Have

• Experience with 3D software (3DS Max, Maya, C4D, Houdini, etc.).
• Background in automotive or product visualization. 
• Knowledge of lighting, shading, and rendering workflows.
• Passion for emerging tools and visual trends in CGI and VFX.

Why work here: 

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact 

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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