Associate VFX Producer Sydney, Australia

DNEG; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DNEG in Sydney, Australia, seeks an Associate VFX Producer to lead production planning for major feature films and ambitious TV series. You will work closely with the Producer, Production Manager and Supervisors to devise effective show plans, solve complex creative and technical challenges, and ensure timely delivery.

You will set up and run the show, guide the production team, and manage client-facing duties and weekly reports.

Qualifications

• High-end VFX feature film industry experience.
• Proven track record delivering sequences at Production Manager level or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Shotgun for tracking work and assets.
• Excellent knowledge of VFX to make critical crew and resource calls.
• Experience in managing artists and clients, and coordinating with producers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run the show with the Producer and Supervisors.
• Coordinate client-facing duties and weekly reports.
• Compile regional weekly resource files and schedules.
• Establish day-to-day structure for Production with the Producer.
• Mentor junior team members and troubleshoot issues to keep on schedule.
• In TV, potentially run a smaller scale show under supervision.

Skills

High-end VFX experience

Delivery of sequences at Production PM

Knowledge of Shotgun

Excel / MS Project

Managing artists and clients

VFX knowledge for critical crew calls

Tools

Shotgun

Excel

MS Project

Job description

Associate VFX Producer Sydney, Australia

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
• Knowledge of Excel and MS Project (or similar)
• 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

About Us

We are DNEG, one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film,television, and multiplatform content. We employ more than 9,000 peoplewith worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles,Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali,Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

At DNEG, we fundamentally believe that embracing our differences is a vital component of our collective success. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse and inclusive work environment for our global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of background, experience or disability. Please let us know if you need any adjustments or support during the application process, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. We look forward to meeting you!