Skydance offers a dynamic, inclusive, and ever-evolving culture where innovative ideas are welcomed, and growth fostered. The partnership between unique creativity and technological advancements are demonstrated within each pillar of the company. At the heart of it all is a commitment to boldly entertaining and relevant storytelling.
While all Animation studios look to hire people who are creative and hard-working, Skydance Animation is specifically looking for pioneers who seek to push the limits of what the world's most collaborative art form can achieve, and to give those pioneers the space and the resources to build a new studio that's doing something different.
The ShotGrid Production Manager will report to the Head of Production and will be the primary point of contact for SDA and SAM (Skydance Animation Madrid) ShotGrid users with regard to ShotGrid implementation for feature animation workflows. The ShotGrid Production Manager will act as the single point of contact to production for those users bases regarding requirements, schedule, and targets for ShotGrid configuration, implementation, prioritization, and training. The ShotGrid Production Manager will collaborate with the workflow team and Studio leadership to implement changes to the priorities they set.
ResponsibilitiesManage ShotGrid requests from production and supervisorsCollaborate with, provide requirements, and manage priorities for the Production Technology teams on the implementation of any pipeline needs in relation to ShotGridWork with ShotGrid stakeholders, including film production teams and studio management, to develop standardized workflows and best practicesManage ShotGrid fields and templates for tracking and reportingCreate high level views of data used for forecasting and pulling data from ShotGrid for production teams and studio leadershipDocument new features and maintain existing documentation for production workflows as they relate to ShotGridCandidate should have a working knowledge of the ShotGrid in VFX/animation production. Must be a clear and effective communicator, able to assess and support the needs of the studioWork with several different projects and unify them into a ShotGrid with common tools to maintain consistency throughout the studioCommunicate and build consensus across shows when global changes to ShotGrid are neededCreate documentation regarding the use of ShotGrid toolsBe on the lookout for opportunities to improve user experiences and remove complexity to help teams be more productiveFacilitate training sessions and workshops to ensure all team members are proficient with ShotGrid, enhancing overall team capability and project executionActively engage in cross-departmental communications to understand the full scope of production needs and how ShotGrid can be optimized to meet those demandsRequirementsBA/BS preferredA solid understanding of feature film production workflows5 years of management experience in a feature or TV animation workflow with direct experience influencing ShotGrid adoption, modification, and implementationCandidate should have a working knowledge of the ShotGrid in VFX/animation productionMust be a clear and effective communicator, able to assess and support the needs of the studioStrong computer skills, including ShotGrid, Excel, and MS OfficeExperience with ShotGrid API for custom tool development is a plus, providing a technical edge to streamline production processesDemonstrated superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsThe ability to work flexible hours is necessarySkydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.
Skydance is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We welcome and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Diversity in the workplace is not just a commitment, it is who we are and a reflection of what makes our world special.
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