Associate VFX Producer

DNEG Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG Group is seeking an Associate Producer to manage large VFX feature films and ambitious TV series. You will work with producers, PMs and supervisors to plan, solve technical/creative challenges and structure daily workflows.

Responsibilities include running shows with producers, delivering weekly client reports, coordinating resources, mentoring juniors and ensuring timely asset delivery with strong communication across departments.

Qualifications

• High-end VFX feature film industry experience.
• Proven track record delivering sequences at Production Manager level or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Shotgun and related tooling.
• Excellent knowledge of VFX to make critical crew and resource decisions near delivery.
• Strong project management experience.
• Experience with Excel and MS Project (or similar).
• Experience in database work and coordinating with artists and clients.

Responsibilities

• Assist in running the show with the Producer, Production Manager and Supervisors.
• Plan day-to-day structure and establish milestones for the delivery.
• Prepare client weekly reports and compile regional weekly resource files.
• Mentor junior team members and support the wider production staff.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to optimise asset delivery and resourcing.
• In TV divisions, take lead on smaller shows under Executive Producer oversight.

Skills

VFX experience

Production management

Client management

Crew allocation

Project management

Shotgun knowledge

Communication

Tools

Shotgun

Excel

MS Project

Database tools

Job description

Key Purpose of the Job:

The Associate Producer role at DNEG is a rare opportunity in managing the largest VFX feature films and ambitious TV series, where we have two or more Line Producers. The role will see you working closely with the Producer, Production Manager and Supervisors to master an effective plan for the show, finding solutions to creative and technical challenges, and planning accordingly.

This role encompasses all responsibilities that a Production Manager would, with additional tasks and responsibilities. These will include client-facing duties, the client weekly report, checking and compiling regional weekly resource files and working closely with the Producer to establish the day-to-day structure for Production. Working with the Producer and VFX Supervisor, you will setup and run the show, guiding the Production Manager and show Production team to work in an effective way.

You will be working closely with the Line Producers, helping them define clear milestones for the delivery of assets, shots, temps and finals, and assist them with producing detailed shot schedules to track weekly progress. You will play a significant part in managing the wider production team not on a specific unit, mentoring junior members, troubleshooting any issues and generally creating a welcoming and productive environment where all can thrive.

If working within the TV division, you may have the opportunity to run a smaller scale show by yourself, with an Executive Producer overseeing. This is a rare and exciting opportunity offering an introduction to the Producer role at DNEG.

Excellent communication skills are essential for our Associate Producers as you will also be collaborating with a number of different people and departments to manage crew needs and create an effective approach for the visual effects work.

Must Have

• High-end VFX Feature Film industry experience
• Proven track record of delivering sequences at Production Manager or equivalent level
• Knowledge of Shotgun
• Excellent knowledge of VFX in order to make critical calls on crew allocations and resourcing, especially as the show nears delivery
• Project management experience
• Knowledge of Excel and MS Project (or similar)
• Experience in database work
• Experience in managing artists and clients

About You

• Passionate about film
• Clear in planning with artists, supervisors and clients
• Calm under pressure and capable of delivering to short deadlines
• A strong, clear communicator, leading teams with enthusiasm
• Organised and methodical in your approach to the work
• A positive, can-do attitude