Supervisors - VFX Supervisor

Position:         VFX Supervisor

Location:         UK

Facility:           Crafty Apes

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Crafty Apes is a high-end visual effects boutique with a strong foothold in features and episodic television.  We are looking for a VFX Supervisor with experience in managing VFX teams (in-house and on-set preferred), the quality of the VFX work, and the continuity on a variety of shows and/or features. They will be well connected with local clients in episodic and feature productions and will support the Executive Producer expand our client base, managing existing relationships, driving sales efforts, and fostering the growth of a new generation of sales.  This is a one-year contract position with the potential to become permanent.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• The production of VFX on the show that is assigned.
• Communicate and delegate the VFX needs of the show to the team in order to ensure that the quality of work is of the highest of standards.
• Communicate the Director’s feedback and delegate appropriate tasks to artists.

• Develop workflow and pipeline strategies in order to ensure proper workflow methodology for all artists.
• Manage both hands-on operation of a workstation as well as the administration duties, including mentoring artists, monitoring shot progress, monitoring show resource usage and capacity planning, and gauging deliverables with Production and Management.

• Display a thorough understanding of the process combined with relevant artistic skills.
• Competent user of 2D/3D software (Nuke, Maya, etc.) with a proven track record delivering photo-real work with quick turnarounds.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage many shots at once in order to meet show deadlines.
• Collaborate with the VFX Producer on tasks such as budgeting, planning and client relations.
• Flag overages and conceptual changes that would affect the VFX Bid.
• Be available for in-person launches and reviews, scouts, and meetings both locally and including travel.
• Be on-set as needed to act as a liaison between the clients, producers, and/or directors while establishing strong client confidence.
• Conduct artist reviews- both written and verbal.
• Maintain a highly professional demeanor and level of diplomacy.
• Support Executive Producer build and maintain existing relationships with clients.
• Support Executive Producer foster new relationships with potential clients.
• Support Executive Producer generate leads and drive sales.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proven experience with in-house and on-set VFX Supervision.
• Expert knowledge in leading and training teams of VFX artists.
• Excellent communication skills, artistic skills, problem solving skills and time management.
• Excellent client management skills.
• Proven ability to communicate creative and technical thoughts and ideas.

• High level of experience in an episodic television and/or fast paced environment.
• Strong understanding of VFX technologies.

Crafty Apes LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.