Provide ongoing support to ensure the highest productivity of the overall production with focus on Production Team and Supervisors
Manage workflow to balance production schedule and employee resources
Communicate artist and resource requirements to the Producer to ensure the most cost effective and efficient production
Tracking actual days vs. bid days on all disciplines and flagging concerns
Responsible for watching over the day-to-day operations of the show within the facility
Work with the VFX Producer to determine milestones to create and maintain the project schedule; ensuring department supervisors and coordinators are aware of these and adhere to them
Understand elements impacting departments to foresee/prevent challenges in schedule
Participate in client meetings as needed
Communicate with external vendors for outsourcing purposes
Work with the Technical Assistant Supervisor to manage render farm usage
Work with the VFX Producer to support bidding processes
Work with the VFX Producer and Central Production Manager to manage and allocate personnel resources in a multi-show environment
Manage, mentor and empower Production Coordinators and Production Assistants in their respective roles
Effectively manage facility resources such as the review theatre, boardroom, and other technical resources
Other duties and responsibilities consistent with your position may be assigned to you from time to time
Requirements
5+ years’ experience in film, television or animation as a Project Coordinator/Manager
Must be extremely knowledgeable in database management, scheduling, and production workflow process
Proven experience with project management and/or Supervisory experience
Ability to train and coach production staff
Proven ability to confidently lead a show with the support of the Producer and VFX Supervisor.
Benefits
Extended healthcare from day 1, premiums 100% covered by Image Engine