Description
Job Title: VFX Producer Responsibilities:
The VFX Producer is responsible for complete oversight of the show(s) visual effects budget and schedule, partnering with the internal R&H VFX Supervisor on all aspects of producing the highest quality visual effects for the project. This position also acts as the primary liaison, in collaboration with the R&H VFX Supervisor, between Rhythm & Hues and the client VFX team --including the show side VFX Producer and VFX Supervisor.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
- Reviews client materials (scripts, storyboards, and pre-vis) with VFX Supervisor and technical supervisors in order to generate visual effects breakdowns and bid
- Oversees client correspondence and acts as primary liaison with all client side parties
- Supports VFX Supervisor in client reviews and facilitates feedback to client
- Identifies potential production problems and works with VP of Production and VFX Supervisor to ensure creative decisions can be completed within budget and on schedule
- Responsible for the management of client turnover schedules
- Works with VP of Production to ensure proper scheduling and allocation of crew and digital resources within the budget
- Schedules and manages facility deliveries, including trailers and other special requirements; communicates changes to VP of Production and studio management team
- Works with Production Accountant to manage all aspects of show budget, including accurate projections, and weekly EFC reporting
- Approves all show budget costs
- Monitors changes to scope of work, including shot turnover re-bidding; maintains documentation for all changes and issues client change orders as needed
- Mentors Production staff and participates in show performance appraisal process and post-mortems
Qualifications: Education and/or Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in film, art, communications or related field
- 5+ years experience in production management or supervisor role for feature film visual effects required
- Demonstrated organizational, project management and leadership skills
- Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications required; experience with production tracking software and asset management software a plus
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high pressure environment
Local candidates only please. Please submit resume and salary history when applying. Due to the high volume of submissions we will be unable to reply to all candidates, we will reach out to qualified candidates appropriately.