VFX Producer

Description

Cinesite London is recruiting for a VFX Producer.

Key responsibilities:

The VFX Producer will be responsible for managing all aspects of the production for a given show. This will include bidding, scheduling, resource planning and managing the production budget. The VFX producer in collaboration with the VFX supervisor, will also be responsible for the timely completion of the visual effects work on budget and to the client and Cinesite’s expectation.

Partnered with the VFX Supervisor, the VFX Producer will manage the client relationship on a daily basis and ensure the highest standard of work is produced at all times

Experience and skill requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years experience as a VFX Producer on feature film projects in an established VFX facility
• A thorough understanding of VFX and post production processes and pipelines is essential
• Excellent people management, communication and organisational skills, as well as an exceptional eye for detail
• Capable of motivating and leading team with enthusiasm and clarity

Day to day responsibilities:

• Working with the VFX Supervisor and production management team to formulate project bids and breakdowns
• Creating and maintaining the overall production schedule and project databases
• Managing the client relationship and expectations in a diplomatic and professional manner
• Overseeing line producers and production coordinators to ensure the accurate production tracking of all shots through the pipeline to completion and client delivery
• Managing the day to day resource requirements of the team and project
• Overseeing all client deliverables and ensuring milestones are met successfully
• Producing internal progress and external client reports
• Monitoring the team’s performance and maximising their creative potential

Software requirements:

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel and Word) and Filemaker Pro
• Experience using Shotgun / FTrack or similar production management software

Accomplished vfx line producers / production managers / senior production coordinators may also be considered if they have 4+ years experience working on visual effects film productions.