Company Description
As a company founded and run by an artist, it’s our mission to provide talented artists with the freedom and resources they need to deliver quality work and to thrive in a fun and creative environment.
Job Description
The Associate VFX Producer acts as the right-hand to the VFX Producer, helping to ensure proper management of the budget and production schedule for every show for which they are responsible.
This includes working with the VFX Supervisor and other Supervisors to establish and communicate plans and milestones for each project, communicating with clients on changes and closely following project budgets.
Main Responsibilities
- Assist the VFX Producer with the evaluation of costs for potential projects with bid preparation;
- In conjunction with Project Managers, assist in the preparation and maintenance of project plans, including scheduling, planning on-set supervision, overtime budgets, etc.;
- In conjunction with the VFX Producer, follow-up on the progress and efficiency of projects, keeping a thorough tracking of the schedule and budget, ensuring Shotgun is up to date at all times. Ensure it is in line with the initial quote, the project plan and that it meets client requirements;
- Assist the VFX Producer in maintaining regular communication with the client on the status of projects. Ensure the maintenance of ongoing positive and collaborative working relationships with clients;
- Responsible for planning, coordination and follow-up on any special client requests (ex. trailers, screenings, etc.);
- Maintain regular communication with the VFX Supervisor and the VFX Coordinator on all necessary information relating to work in progress, identify any potential issues and propose solutions;
- Attend turn-over meetings. Note any issues and follow-up with clients to ensure their satisfaction;
- Coordinate mid and post-mortem meetings and assessments. Follow-up on any areas for improvement;
- Maintain documentation of all projects in Shotgun ensuring that data is accurate and that the production pipeline is followed;
- Assist with the preparation of project budgets, budget targets (days of work), as well as other types of projections or special reports. Assist with regular monitoring of budgets, analyzing deviations and discuss any discrepancies with the VFX Producer or the relevant team. Seek solutions to keep projects on time and within budget. Forecast scheduling and budgeting issues along with client changes that may arise.
- Assist the VFX Producer with bids for new shots or client changes throughout the project all while ensuring respect of deadlines and budgets;
- Positively represent Rodeo FX within the VFX and related communities, both locally and in the worldwide market, to further grow the company’s reputation as an industry leader.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 8 years of production experience in visual effects;
- Fluent in English, written and spoken. Functional french (or willingness to learn);
- Excellent knowledge of GSuite and Microsoft Office;
- Strong knowledge of Shotgun project management software;
- Excellent knowledge of the VFX Production process from concept to delivery;
- Excellent organizational and planning skills;
- Excellent sense of prioritization and respect of deadlines and budgets;
- Must be available for occasional international travel.
Additional Information
- Full-time, Permanent Contract;
- 5 paid sick days;
- 2 additional statutory holidays in the winter holidays;
- Group Insurance, access to Dialogue online support and to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- RRSP with employer contribution;
- Discounts with Bixi, Nautilus Plus and many more local businesses.
Diversity is a core value at Rodeo FX. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive and equitable work environment where diversity is celebrated and valued. We believe every member on our team enriches our work by exposing us to a broad range of ways to perceive and interact with the world, identify challenges, and to design and deliver projects.
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