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Head of Production needed for VFX studio in Adelaide, Australia. Must have strong leadership, project management and communication skills. Experience in visual effects and film business is essential. Excellent opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive production success.

Company Description

Exciting opportunities await in Australia! We're expanding our talent pool and inviting VFX professionals seeking their next career move or new opportunities to join us.

Please note that employment may be offered on a temporary (6-12 month contract) or permanent basis, depending on project requirements.

At MPC, we strive to grow a little more every day. We’re creative, passionate, and full of imaginative ideas. We foster a supportive studio environment where team members look out for each other, prioritize well-being, and act with responsibility, honesty, and integrity. 

We celebrate diversity and the strength it brings to us and our creative process, ensuring we deliver the most exceptional work on time. True collaboration and open communication are core values at every level of our organization, as they enable us to learn, grow and create outstanding moments for our clients.  

Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values mutual support, creativity, and excellence.

Job Description

The Head of Production is responsible for delivering shows within their own facilities and collaborating with other facilities. The HOP will drive the long-term success of the Production Department and effectively manage their team.  

 Primary Responsibilities 

  • Working as part of the film production team to implement viable digital production/vfx solutions for feature films and high concept TV shows 

  • Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, cross site teams and local creative and production teams 

  • Develop, implement, and oversee project plans and delivery schedules to ensure both internal and client deadlines are met 

  • Participate in weekly production resourcing meetings 

  • Anticipate artist and production bottlenecks before they happen 

  • Propose new and efficient ways to improve production workflow at Mr. X 

  • Overseeing turnovers, outputs and client deliveries - ensuring the highest level of quality control 

  • Research digital and live action production methodologies during the internal bidding stages of feature film and television productions 

  • Work closely with the HoVFX to create accurate bids & amp; change orders 

  • Communicate with producers, coordinators, creative and technical leads regarding directives and production requirements of specific projects 

  • Make strategic recommendations relating to staffing, company workflow and procedures as well as overall company direction. 

  • Create accurate weekly internal and client status and cost tracking reports 

  • Oversee and mentor the production team on a regular basis. 

Qualifications

 Key Skills 

  • Leadership skills – good use of initiative and decision-making; confidence and emotional intelligence; ambition, passion and creativity; detail orientated and a critical thinker who works well under pressure 

  • Project management skills – time and data management; highly organized and analytical; planning and scheduling 

  • Communication skills – ability to work with and inspire a team; clear, strong and concise verbal and non-verbal messaging 

  • People person – experience in mentorship and coaching, teamwork and training/supporting others 

  • Collaborative spirit – team player who is able to build relationships and resolve conflict; honest and adaptable 

  • Visual Effects and Film Business knowledge is required 

Additional Information

Behaviours:

  • Positive and professional
  • Strategic communicator
  • Strong negotiator
  • Works well under pressure
  • Self motivated
  • Strong work ethic
  • Solution driven

Measure of Success/Key Performance Indicators:

  • Achieving the expected bid margin
  •  Delivering the show on time and on budget
  • Cultivating a strong client working relationship

Technical Knowledge/Skills:

  • ShotGrid/Ftrack/File Maker Experience is preferred
  • Required outlook Management
  • Project Management Experience
  • P&L experience is required

About The Company

Technicolor Creative Studios is a creative technology company driven by one purpose: The realization of ambitious and extraordinary ideas. We inspire creative companies across the world to produce their most iconic work. Our award-winning teams of artists and technologists partner with the creative community across film, television, animation, gaming, brand experience and advertising to bring the universal art of storytelling to audiences everywhere. 


No idea is too ambitious for us to create to an incredibly high standard. Technicolor Creative Studios provides world class production expertise in Film, Episodic, Gaming, Advertising and Experiential Marketing. Our global network of studios includes The Mill, MPC, Mikros Animation and Technicolor Games. 

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