Remote peer reviewer for VFX research and production studies: compositing, simulation, virtual production, and pipeline analysis. Provide rigorous, practical feedback.
Job Description:
The Voltas publishes peer-reviewed work across Digital Design, Immersive Design, and Digital Art. We’re appointing reviewers for VFX.
Submissions may include: compositing research, simulation studies, production pipeline analysis, virtual production workflows, colour and imaging research, performance capture studies, and practice-based VFX research.
What you will do
- Assess originality and contribution to the field.
- Check study design and methods (including practice-based research and mixed methods).
- Check literature use and referencing.
- Review clarity of images/figures and whether they support the argument.
- Evaluate results, discussion, and whether conclusions follow from evidence.
- Flag ethical issues, conflicts, or missing declarations.
- Provide concise, constructive feedback for authors and editors.
- Recommend accept, revise, or reject (final decision sits with the editor).
What you need
- Advanced degree in VFX or a closely related field (or equivalent industry experience).
- Strong grasp of research ethics and review standards.
- Strong writing and the ability to give direct, usable feedback.
- Able to meet deadlines and keep reviews confidential.
- Willing to disclose your full name and affiliations to the publisher.
- Comfortable using online submission/review systems.
Working pattern
- Remote, freelance, per-review basis.
- Typical turnaround: 7 to 14 days (faster reviews available by agreement).
