Asset Production Manager

Who we are: 

Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 13 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our latest IP; Digital Circus, has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come.

Role Information: 

Glitch Productions is seeking an experienced Asset Production Manager to lead our asset creation process. In this role, you will oversee the asset production pipeline from design through to modelling and surfacing, manage the asset team, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality 3D models, textures, and environments. 

The Asset Production Manager plays a key role in maintaining the creative integrity of our projects while optimizing workflows and resources. You'll collaborate closely with Directors, artists, and technical teams to align on goals, resolve bottlenecks, and foster a collaborative, productive culture.

Your duties will include:

Team Leadership & Communication

• Provide strong people management and communication, offering direction, support, and resources for your team to perform at their best.
• Lead department meetings, daily stand-ups, check-ins, and facilitate communication across departments to resolve issues and streamline processes.
• Oversee training and development plans to foster a collaborative and creative environment.
• Organise Director reviews alongside other department to streamline feedback and approval.

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Lead, plan and manage schedules for the Asset, Environment, and Design departments to align with production timelines and delivery goals.
• Allocate resources effectively to stay within scope, delivery timelines and budget.
• Prepare status reports and data for review by the Line Producer and stakeholders.
• Provide project progress reports, identifying risks, bottlenecks, and solutions to keep production on track.

Pipeline & Quality Control

• Supervise and collaborate with team leads and production coordinators to define asset requirements and make production decisions.
• Identify and resolve potential production bottlenecks promptly, and track progress against timelines.
• Monitor asset quality, ensuring adherence to artistic direction and technical standards.
• Lead the implementation and communication of new tools and pipelines to improve department workflows.

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Coordinate team needs and resources with external departments, such as Marketing and Merchandise, to align production goals across the business.
• Organise Director reviews alongside other department heads to streamline feedback and approval.

A successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Animation, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in asset production management within the animation or gaming industry.
• Strong knowledge of 3D modeling, texturing, and environment-creation processes.
• Familiarity with industry-standard software (e.g., Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, Unreal Engine) and production management tools (e.g., ShotGrid, Asana, SyncSketch, Google Suite).
• Demonstrated experience leading teams through change, helping teammates resolve obstacles, clear bottlenecks, and successfully deliver tasks.
• Ability to make informed decisions, manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Keen eye for detail, assuring delivery meets both artistic and technical standards.

Bonus Skills:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and time management skills.
• An understanding or experience with the arts, animation, gaming, and/or ‘internet nerd’ culture.
• Be extremely organized and have a strong work ethic.
• Engaging personality and willingness to learn.
• Positive, go-getter attitude with a passion for making things.

What we offer:

• A competitive starting salary with reviews every 6 months.
• A flexible work arrangement and schedule, with options for work from home and flexi-hours.
• A casual and fun office environment where individual input is valued.
• Regular work functions and free entry to conventions and events.
• Close to public transport in the heart of Parramatta CBD.
• Paid for gym memberships.
• Regular company breakfasts/lunches.
• A diverse team that values independent input and career development.

Our values

Glitch Productions has an art-first mindset. Regardless of which team we’re in, every single team member’s core mission is to create the best art possible, and delight our audience that has given us so much. We achieve this mission through our values:

Passion: First and foremost, every team member has a passion for the work we do and why we do it. It’s what allows us to contribute our creative energy, pitch new concepts, and give everything we make a personal touch that resonates with our fans.

Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room, to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology, we have always had a focus on innovation and new ideas. We always try to push the boundaries of our industry and keep things fresh and exciting for both the team and our audience.

Teamwork: Animation takes a big team of incredibly talented people and everyone is always ready to pitch in and lend a hand. We believe that our diversity and range of skills are what allows us to create works none of us could do on our own.

Integrity: Our integrity is the heart of our core mission. It’s what allows us to do right for our projects and for each other. 

At Glitch Productions, we’re passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our values as a creative studio.

We hire based on skills, passion and potential, and celebrate the diverse perspectives that make our team stronger. We welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, educational backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

Simply put, if you’re a good person and share our passion for animation, we want to hear from you!