Talent Manager

Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as the recently announced Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, Marvel Studios’ What If…?, Disney Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, as well as our production of Tales From Outer Suburbia by Sean Tan. 

We are seeking a Talent Manager to help shape and drive the employee experience across our Sydney-based 2D and CG teams. If you’re passionate about people, career development, and creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture, this is the role for you!

As a Talent Manager, you’ll oversee every stage of the employee lifecycle—from onboarding to offboarding—working closely with Producers, Departmental Leaders, and the People & Culture team to deliver an exceptional employee experience. Your responsibilities will include:

• Onboarding & Induction:
  Create engaging onboarding experiences to set new crew members up for success. Ensure seamless integration through regular check-ins, buddy support, and clear communication of responsibilities and expectations.
• Learning & Development:
  Assess skill gaps, deliver targeted training programs, and design career pathways that support professional growth and internal mobility.
• Talent Retention & Workforce Planning:
  Monitor crew contracts, identify high-potential talent, and develop strategies to retain top talent. Collaborate on succession planning to build a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Employee Engagement:
  Foster a culture of inclusion and engagement by implementing initiatives that promote satisfaction, well-being, and alignment with Flying Bark’s values.
• Recruitment & Contracting:
  Partner with Producers and Recruitment to attract and secure top talent. Manage visas, contracts, and relocation processes to ensure a seamless hiring experience.
• Performance Management:
  Support crew in achieving their best by addressing challenges professionally, conducting performance reviews, and managing grievances in collaboration with the People & Culture Manager.
• Offboarding & Alumni Engagement:
  Ensure respectful offboarding processes and maintain relationships with former employees to encourage potential rehires or advocacy for Flying Bark.
• Process Optimisation:
  Continuously refine and optimise crew lifecycle processes to enhance efficiency, engagement, and consistency in the employee experience.
• Employer Branding:
  Enhance Flying Bark’s reputation as an employer of choice through strategic branding, recruitment campaigns, and employee engagement initiatives.

This role is instrumental in fostering an environment where crew members feel supported, valued, and inspired to contribute to Flying Bark’s success

Skills & Experience 

We’re seeking someone with:

• A solid understanding of the animation, film, or creative industries.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Clear verbal and written communication abilities.
• A commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion.
• Empathy for employees and a balance of people-focus with business outcomes.
• The ability to adapt to changing needs and solve challenges effectively.

What do we do?

Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and CG production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
• Breakfast is served daily - on us!
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.
• Enjoy holistic wellbeing support through discounted health insurance with Bupa, financial wellbeing initiatives from our superannuation partner Media Super, and access to staff qualified in Mental Health First Aid.

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.