VFX Production Manager

General Summary
The VFX Production Manager is responsible for the VFX department’s operational strategy, overseeing day-to-day operations, and managing departmental staff. This position works with department leadership to identify work assignments, create reports, and manage resources. As the management representative for the department, this position works closely with Human Resources, Recruiting, Finance and Producers on all relevant matters. 

Job Functions 

• Supervise the day-to-day operations of the VFX production office by working closely with creative supervisors in VFX to create and manage show bids and staffing plans, and mentor production supervisors and coordinators. 
• Oversee VFX scheduling and task management, and work closely with creative supervisors in VFX to stay on schedule and budget during production. 
• Oversee tracking of production quotas and actuals, and create weekly department reports for Head of VFX Production and Producers. 
• Oversee daily communication across VFX and other studio departments to ensure production priorities, objectives and changes are properly communicated, understood and coordinated. 
• Report regularly to Head of VFX Production, Producers and Accountants regarding any unanticipated resource requirements and/or expenses. 
• Oversee department resources including personnel, software, hardware, and facilities. 
• Oversee VFX hiring and act as point of contact for Head of VFX Production and Recruiting.  
• Act as point of contact for Post-Production Supervisor and Editorial regarding all department deliverables. 

Qualifications 

• 7+ years’ experience in a production management role in feature film visual effects with strong understanding of live action visual effects workflows. 
• General understanding of techniques and methods for a stop motion animated film.  
• Knowledge of project management software (MS Office). 
• Experience with ShotGrid production tracking and asset management database software. 
• Clear planning, problem solving and analytical skills; organized and methodical in approach to work.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills, great attitude, and work ethic.  
• Adaptable and capable of re-prioritizing according to evolving project goals.   
• Demonstrated experience with motivating, mentoring, and leading teams with enthusiasm.
• Calm and personable under pressure and when working toward tight deadlines within a production driven environment. 

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; stand; sit; use hands to operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear both in person and by telephone. The employee must lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. 
• Work environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee works under typical office conditions and is exposed to variable indoor temperatures. The noise level is usually quiet or moderate.  

Location 
On-Site in Hillsboro, OR.

Salary 
Salary is commensurate with skills and experience.

Disclaimer 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. 

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