VFX Project Manager - Senior

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Rodeo FX Bengaluru is seeking a senior VFX Production Manager to lead scheduling, resourcing and delivery for high-end projects across our global network. You will work with the VFX Producer and production teams to ensure plans stay on track and budgets are met.

You will coordinate with department heads, manage priorities, report weekly on status, and help shape workflows and culture in our new India studio, joining a growing global hub.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a VFX Project Manager role in a VFX or 3D animation studio environment.
• Experience on high-end feature film and/or episodic productions is preferred.
• Excellent proficiency with Google Workspace (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.

Responsibilities

• Schedule planning and management: develop and manage detailed project plans with milestones, priorities, and deliverables.
• Resource allocation and coordination: oversee allocation of resources (team, equipment, tools) and assign tasks based on priorities and skills.
• Production monitoring and problem solving: follow-up with artists and production teams to identify issues and implement solutions.
• Client communication and follow-up: liaise with clients for status updates and participate in client approval meetings.

Skills

VFX project management

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Flow Production Tracking

Time management

Communication

Tools

Flow Production Tracking software

Job description

Rodeo FX is an award-winning creative company offering services in visual effects, animation, advertising and experiential. We partner with some of the world's leading storytellers and entertainment companies, including Netflix, HBO, Disney, Marvel, Amazon Studios, Warner Bros. and Sony.

In 2026, Rodeo FX opened its newest studio in Bengaluru, expanding our global network across Canada, the United States, Europe and India. Located in International Tech Park Bengaluru, the new 40,000-square-foot studio is designed to accommodate up to 400 artists and supports both Rodeo FX and Mikros Animation.

Our Bengaluru team is fully integrated into Rodeo FX's global pipeline, collaborating with artists, supervisors and production teams across our international studios on incredible projects.

We're now building the senior creative and technical leadership for this studio. Joining us at this stage means having the opportunity not only to contribute to world-class projects, but also to help shape the team, workflows and culture of a growing global hub.

Job Description

VFX Production Managers work in tandem with a VFX Producer on a project and are responsible for the project schedule. They oversee the work of VFX Production Coordinators on their daily follow-ups to ensure the schedule stays on track. In collaboration with the VFX Producer, they ensure that the project is properly resourced and for the right duration.

Main Responsibilities

Schedule Planning and Management

• 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.

Resource Allocation and Coordination

• 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.

Production Monitoring and Problem Solving

• 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.


• Client Communication and Follow-up


• 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.

Quality Control and Deliverables Management

• 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.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a VFX Project Manager role in aVFX or 3D animation studio environment, preferably on high-end feature film and/or episodic productions.


• Minimum of 8years of experience in VFX or film production.


• 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.

Additional Information

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