Global VFX Production Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo FX in Montreal is seeking a VFX Production Manager to lead project scheduling and resource coordination across departments, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.

You will work closely with VFX Producers and clients, provide weekly status updates, and uphold Rodeo FX quality standards.

The role requires 8+ years in VFX/film production and fluency in French and English, with strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in VFX or film production.
• Minimum of 5 years as a VFX Project Manager.
• This position requires excellent spoken and written proficiency in both French and English.
• Excellent proficiency with the Google Suite and Microsoft Office Excel.
• Experience with Flow Production Tracking project management software.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines and budgets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including key milestones, priorities, and deliverables.
• Work collaboratively with the Producer to ensure the schedule and budget are met.
• Evaluate workload and adjust planning accordingly.
• Oversee the allocation of resources (team, equipment, tools) ensuring efficient management.
• Work with Department Heads and Supervisors to assign tasks to artists based on priorities and skills.
• Monitor the complexity of assigned tasks to ensure they align with initial estimates.
• Ensure rigorous follow-up with artists and production teams to identify and quickly resolve issues.
• Anticipate potential challenges and implement solutions to avoid delays.
• Participate in weekly production meetings to ensure effective project monitoring.
• Liaise with clients to provide clear and regular updates on project status.
• Prepare and deliver detailed weekly status reports.
• Participate in client approval meetings to ensure deliverables meet expectations.
• Ensure that the work delivered meets Rodeo FX's quality standards and client requirements.
• Coordinate the deliverable review and validation process, ensuring feedback is addressed effectively.

Skills

French & English

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Flow Production Tracking

Job description

Rodeo FX in Montreal is seeking a VFX Production Manager to lead project scheduling and resource coordination across departments, ensuring schedules and budgets are met.

You will work closely with VFX Producers and clients, provide weekly status updates, and uphold Rodeo FX quality standards.

The role requires 8+ years in VFX/film production and fluency in French and English, with strong organizational skills.