Producer, 3D

Description

About Us

DHX Studios is recognized worldwide for our diverse original properties and our work on some of the top brands in children’s entertainment. But we create more than just animation. We build worlds and experiences across all platforms from TV and games to online and mobile. Our staff dig into a wide variety of projects, from action to comedy and preschool to tween, and they get to enjoy awesome benefits and company events while they’re at it. With some of Canada’s top artists, writers and producers on our team, our studios are bursting with creative energy. So what are you waiting for? Come join us!

About the Position

We are currently seeking a Producer to apply their considerable experience and expertise in the production of a 2D animated TV series! This includes overseeing all aspects of production planning for animation – from scripts, voice records, storyboards, animation and post-production through delivery to broadcasters. You must have strong knowledge of the 2D animation and production process which will aid in establishing strategies for meeting key deliverables and milestones, and additional experience with Flash is a definite asset.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and defining the production plan - including schedules, budgets and all deliverables in collaboration with the Director of Production to facilitate delivery on the creative vision of the series
• Advising on budgets and monitoring financial reports
• Evaluating scripts to assess and assign cost of creative production
• Identifying and implementing the production resources necessary to support the project
• Conducting meetings with team leads to assess day to day project requirements and ensure continued progress
• Flagging potential problems and proactively designing and seeking solutions to fix them, ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met
• Partners with talent development to determine and advise on crew needs
• Inspiring, motivating and maximizing communication amongst the creative team

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Production Management for animated productions, including at least 3+ years of experience on 2D animated projects
• 2+ years of experience as Producer for animated productions
• Thorough knowledge of 2D Animation and the production pipeline, including pre-production and post-production
• Exceptional communication skills and the diplomacy to balance the creative expectations with the financial resources available
• Driven, innovative, strategic and solution focused
• Strong leadership skills, and the ability to work well with a diverse creative team