Hybrid Freelance CGI Producer — 3D & Post Lead (Chicago)

Manifest; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

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

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Skills

CGI production

Project management

Client coordination

Post-production workflows

Tools

Render management tools

Job description

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