SFX Supervisor

J&T Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Technician in London to oversee SFX models and effects for productions. Candidates should have a UK driving license and experience in the industry. The role involves collaboration with producers and directors and ensures compliance with safety regulations, particularly concerning pyrotechnics. Salary range is £40,000 - £46,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior technician in the industry.
• Strong knowledge of materials, equipment, and SFX techniques.
• Understanding of safety requirements on and off set.

Responsibilities

• Break down scripts to identify required models and effects.
• Provide estimates and ensure work stays within budget.
• Discuss and plan effects shots with directors and cinematographers.

Skills

Full UK driving license

Experience as a senior technician

Knowledge of materials and SFX techniques

Understanding of safety requirements

Effective team collaboration

Problem-solving abilities

Job description

Overview

This is for our Client, who is an industry-leading company with over 35 years of experience.

Salary Range

£40,000 - £46,000 per annum

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Break down scripts to identify required models and effects, including pyrotechnics, and discuss these with the Producer, Director, and Production Designer.
• Provide estimates and ensure the work stays within the agreed budget.
• Participate in pre-production meetings to address requirements, with a focus on safety aspects.
• Assist the Production Manager in assigning a skilled team of technicians.
• Oversee and delegate the preparation, construction, and execution of models and effects.
• Liaise with relevant departments to address safety requirements and collaborate on props or costume needs.
• Ensure a qualified deputy is present on set when not available.
• Discuss and plan effects shots with directors and cinematographers, considering camera angles, lenses, and post-production requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety Executive (HSE) and COSHH regulations.
• Maintain detailed work records and supervise the work of technicians.

Additional Duties for Pyrotechnics

• Familiarity with regulations for packaging, transportation, and storage of pyrotechnics and explosives.
• Knowledge of various pyrotechnic materials, squibs, and fire effects equipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols related to pyrotechnics and fire effects on set.
• Manage pyrotechnic and fire effects in the absence of a senior designer.

Person Specification

Essential Skills and Experience

• Full UK driving license.
• Proven experience as a senior technician in the industry.
• Strong knowledge of materials, equipment, and SFX techniques.
• Understanding of safety requirements on and off set.
• Knowledge of camera angles, lenses, and post-production solutions.
• Effective team collaboration and communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience with materials and equipment used in pyrotechnic and fire effects.