Freelance CGI Producer

Manifest; Chicago (IL); Híbrido; USD 96.000 - 124.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Manifest is seeking a Freelance CGI Producer for up to 40 hours per week through the end of Q4 2026. The role is hybrid, on-site in Chicago 2x per week, with an hourly range of $70.00–$90.00.

You will manage 3D production from handoff to delivery, coordinate post schedules, and liaise with creatives, clients and freelancers to keep timelines and budgets on track. Must have 7+ years CGI production experience and deep post-pipeline knowledge; strong communication and organizational skills are

Formación

• 7+ years of CGI production experience in studios, post houses or agencies.
• Strong knowledge of 3D terminology and the full post pipeline.
• Experience managing client and agency feedback and approvals.
• Ability to work on-site 2x per week in Chicago.

Responsabilidades

• Produce 3D work from asset handoff through final delivery, managing schedules and budgets
• Build and manage post schedules and resourcing, including booking freelance 3D artists and compositors and coordinating render capacity against delivery deadlines
• Serve as the main point of contact for creatives, producers, and clients during post, running review and approval cycles on 3D and composite work
• Manage client feedback rounds, translating notes into clear, actionable direction for artists
• Track asset flow between 3D, compositing, editorial, color, and finishing
• Coordinate render management, file naming, versioning, and archiving

Conocimientos

CGI production

Project management

Client coordination

Post-production workflows

Herramientas

Render management tools

Descripción del empleo

At Manifest, our work is fueled by data, ignited by creativity and driven by results. We are a proudly independent, full-service agency represented by diverse talents, backgrounds and expertise, and we have one goal: to deliver breakthrough ideas and brand experiences that drive emotional connections and measurable impact.

We’re looking for a Freelance CGI Producer for up to 40 hours per week from now until the end of Q4 2026. This role will be dedicated to our biggest client and is hybrid 2x week on site in Chicago. The range for the hourly rate $70.00 - $90.00.

Responsibilities

• Produce 3D work from asset handoff through final delivery, managing schedules and budgets
• Build and manage post schedules and resourcing, including booking freelance 3D artists and compositors and coordinating render capacity against delivery deadlines
• Serve as the main point of contact for creatives, producers, and clients during post, running review and approval cycles on 3D and composite work
• Manage client feedback rounds, translating notes into clear, actionable direction for artists
• Track asset flow between 3D, compositing, editorial, color, and finishing
• Coordinate render management, file naming, versioning, and archiving

Requirements

• Availability to freelance for up to 40 hours per week as needed from now until the end of Q4 2026.
• Based in the Chicago area, with availability to work on-site 2 x week
• 7+ years of CGI production experience at a studio, post house, or agency
• Strong working knowledge of 3D terminology
• Understanding of the full post pipeline
• Experience managing client and agency relationships through feedback and approvals
• Comfortable with production tools
• Calm, organized, and clear communicator, especially when timelines compress

Manifest is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Manifest recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnicity, national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other protected groups covered by federal, state or local laws.