Amsterdam — Senior VFX Compositor

20th Century Studios · Tasks: reflection removal, glass replacement, object tracking, person removal
Tools: After Effects, Mocha Pro, Photoshop

Scope: Multiple complex shots involving crew and camera reflection removal in eyeglasses and a mirrored curio cabinet, as well as intricate person removal in a theater scene. Tasks included removing objects from a mirrored cabinet for clean reflections during a long camera move, then replacing and tracking them back in, and digitally removing a modern set photographer from a period audience.

Solution: Stabilized and tracked reflections over time to maintain accuracy during camera movement, seamlessly replacing objects in the cabinet. For the theater shot, composited an amalgam of audience members to replace the photographer, carefully retiming clapping and gestures to preserve natural motion and avoid repeated patterns. All replacements maintained perspective, lighting, and interaction with surrounding actors.

Outcome: Delivered flawless composites that preserved the realism of reflective surfaces and the integrity of period set dressing. Subtle timing adjustments and precise person replacement enhanced the believability of the scene without drawing attention to the VFX work.