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.

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A Hybrid working model We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Flame Artist (Finishing Editor) do at WPP Production? Flame Artist is a top-tier VFX and finishing specialist who uses Autodesk Flame to lead high-end visual effects, conform, color grade, and final deliverables for commercials, film, and digital media . They act as the final gatekeepers of quality, managing client expectations in high-pressure, client-supervised sessions.

Responsibilities

Supervised Sessions: Lead in-studio or remote sessions with directors, agency creatives, and producers, translating live feedback into instant visual changes. Advanced Compositing & Finishing: Perform complex 2D and 3D compositing, beauty retouching, rig removal, and CGI integration. Conforming & Mastering: Manage the timeline from offline edit to final master, ensuring color continuity, frame rates, and resolution standards are met for broadcast and web.

Project Bidding & Scoping: Collaborate with executive producers and creative directors to break down scripts, bid VFX projects, and devise time/cost-effective pipelines. Team Mentorship: Oversee junior artists and assistant Flame artists, delegating tasks and reviewing their work for quality control before final delivery.

Qualifications

Expertise in Autodesk Flame: Mastery of node-based and timeline environments, Matchbox shaders, Action, and Batch workflows. , DaVinci Resolve). Codecs & Color Spaces: Deep understanding of digital video formats, HDR/SDR pipelines, LUTs, and various encoding standards.

[ 1 ] Cross-Software Literacy: Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (After Effects, Photoshop, Premiere) for asset creation and offline prep. [ 1 ] Soft Skills Client-Facing Diplomacy: Exceptional communication skills to manage client revisions under tight deadlines while maintaining a positive creative environment. Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot technical and creative hurdles on the fly during live sessions.

Attention to Detail: Meticulous eye for detail regarding color, edge blending, tracking, and final QC (Quality Control) #LI-Hybrid #LI-PD1 The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range as listed below.

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Compensation

varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and

Benefits

package, click here for more details. US Pay Range $125,000 — $295,000 USD Why work here: At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale.