Bilingual VFX Production Assistant - ReelShort NY (Contractor)

Crazy Maple Studio; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the entertainment industry is seeking a VFX Production Assistant to support the VFX Producer and ensure smooth operations for visual effects in various projects. This role involves project coordination, administrative support, and communication facilitation between teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for visual effects, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment. Join a dynamic team dedicated to creating engaging mobile gaming experiences and visual storytelling that captivates audiences worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch your career in the exciting world of visual effects.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in film or visual effects.
• Previous production environment experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planning and execution of visual effects for productions.
• Assist VFX Producer with administrative tasks and manage VFX assets.

Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Passion for Visual Effects

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in film, animation, visual effects, or a related field

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Company Overview:

Crazy Maple Studio is a fast-growing company based in the Bay Area and Los Angeles, focusing on mobile gaming, reading, and streaming. We are proud to have a global team that drives our innovation and success across diverse markets.

Our flagship platform, ReelShort, is the #1 vertical streaming app in the U.S., with over 3 million DAU, delivering bite-sized episodic content that keeps viewers hooked. Other standout products include Chapters, where users shape immersive stories across drama, fantasy, and romance, and Kiss, a platform for consuming and creating serialized romance.

Position Overview:

The VFX Production Assistant works closely with the VFX Producer. They will provide essential administrative and logistical support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the visual effect aspects of our upcoming projects. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for visual effects in film, television, or other media productions.

Responsibilities:

1. Project Coordination:
   1. Coordinate the planning and execution of visual effects for productions, ensuring all phases from pre-production to final delivery are handled efficiently.
   2. Prepare and distribute visual effects breakdowns to relevant stakeholders to outline the VFX needs and timeline.
2. Administrative Support:
   1. Assist the VFX Producer and team with administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and organizing digital files and documents.
   2. Manage the delivery and distribution of VFX assets and elements among internal and external stakeholders, ensuring they meet quality standards and deadlines.
3. Communication Facilitation:
   1. Serve as a liaison between production teams and the VFX department to ensure effective communication and collaboration throughout the VFX process.
   2. Facilitate smooth transitions with post-production teams, overseeing the delivery of final VFX shots and communicating any necessary revisions.
4. On Set Supervision:
   1. Provide on-set supervision for visual effects as directed by the VFX Producer and VFX Supervisor, ensuring that the visual effects are executed as planned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in film, animation, visual effects, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Previous experience working in a production environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other standard office software.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced production environment, with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Passion for visual effects and a desire to pursue a career in the entertainment industry.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.
• Familiarity with the VFX pipeline is a plus.
• Must reside or willing to relocate to New York City.

Benefits:

Compensation: This contractor position offers a monthly rate ranging from $3,000 to $3,500.

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

Crazy Maple Studio, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.