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Job Position(s): Production Assistant - VFX
Project Type: Various Projects
Job Date: Full Time
Compensation: Paid - Salary
Union Status: Non-Union

 

Job Description:

FLEXIBILITY: Cinesite has transitioned to a flexible way of working, embracing workplace shifts spurred by the pandemic.

Going forward, we don’t see remote-working as something that needs to come to an end; we will be embracing it. Our aims are simply to work with the best talent, making the best VFX & animation. In short, the blended model of working-from-home mixed with working in the studio is here to stay! Full details of our flexible way of working plan can be found here

VFX Production Assistant

The role: as VFX Production Assistant you will play a pivotal part in supporting the Production & Supervision show team. You will aid in the smooth running & organisation of the show by providing support in managing the daily calendar, client sends and material that is received. You will work closely with our DSA & Editorial teams to ensure the material is tracked, packaged & sent correctly alongside liaising with the Show Production team to track targets & sends for the day.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Managing & updating the Production calendar
  • In collaboration with the Production team, track & manage any required sends for the day
  • Alongside the DSA and Editorial team, package up client sends correctly, ensuring submission forms are accurate & correct and material is being sent in accordance to the required tech specs
  • Track all incoming material, ensuring it is downloaded in a timely manner, that the material is reviewed by the Production & Supervision team & it is ingested into the correct location
  • Manage any show tracking documents such as submissions & material received so there is a log of all incoming/outcoming material
  • Setup client reviews, in house or remote so that all material is prepared & loaded
  • Support in dailies & client reviews by taking notes or calling in artists as required
  • Manage internal playlists, review material & ensure all client feedback is added to the Production database & shared with the team

    • SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Proactive problem solver
  • Helps maintain a positive working environment
  • Strong collaborator and team player
  • Able to work independently whilst identifying areas where support is required
  • Ability to work under pressure in a calm and constructive manner
  • Pays meticulous attention to detail
  • Clear & confident communicator
  • Able to prioritise conflicting tasks whilst able to successfully manage their workload
  • Knowledge in Excel alongside a proficient understanding of formulas & pivot tables
  • Self motivator that is able to use their initiative to resolve issues

    • Any of the following experience is a great advantage:

  • Understanding of the VFX or post-production pipeline
  • Previous experience working in a post-production environment

    • What can we offer?

    Cinesite offers a positive, creative environment where the world’s leading animation and effects artists are encouraged and supported to develop and produce challenging, world-leading, award-winning work.

    If you want to be part of the Cinesite story, please submit your application as an online submission via this website. If your candidacy is successful, you will be contacted shortly, if it is not retained for this position it will stay on file for future opportunities.

    FLEXIBILITY: Cinesite has transitioned to a flexible way of working, embracing workplace shifts spurred by the pandemic.

    Going forward, we don’t see remote-working as something that needs to come to an end; we will be embracing it. Our aims are simply to work with the best talent, making the best VFX & animation. In short, the blended model of working-from-home mixed with working in the studio is here to stay! Full details of our flexible way of working plan can be found here

    VFX Production Assistant

    The role: as VFX Production Assistant you will play a pivotal part in supporting the Production & Supervision show team. You will aid in the smooth running & organisation of the show by providing support in managing the daily calendar, client sends and material that is received. You will work closely with our DSA & Editorial teams to ensure the material is tracked, packaged & sent correctly alongside liaising with the Show Production team to track targets & sends for the day.

    KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Managing & updating the Production calendar
  • In collaboration with the Production team, track & manage any required sends for the day
  • Alongside the DSA and Editorial team, package up client sends correctly, ensuring submission forms are accurate & correct and material is being sent in accordance to the required tech specs
  • Track all incoming material, ensuring it is downloaded in a timely manner, that the material is reviewed by the Production & Supervision team & it is ingested into the correct location
  • Manage any show tracking documents such as submissions & material received so there is a log of all incoming/outcoming material
  • Setup client reviews, in house or remote so that all material is prepared & loaded
  • Support in dailies & client reviews by taking notes or calling in artists as required
  • Manage internal playlists, review material & ensure all client feedback is added to the Production database & shared with the team

    • SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Proactive problem solver
  • Helps maintain a positive working environment
  • Strong collaborator and team player
  • Able to work independently whilst identifying areas where support is required
  • Ability to work under pressure in a calm and constructive manner
  • Pays meticulous attention to detail
  • Clear & confident communicator
  • Able to prioritise conflicting tasks whilst able to successfully manage their workload
  • Knowledge in Excel alongside a proficient understanding of formulas & pivot tables
  • Self motivator that is able to use their initiative to resolve issues

    • Any of the following experience is a great advantage:

  • Understanding of the VFX or post-production pipeline
  • Previous experience working in a post-production environment

    • What can we offer?

    Cinesite offers a positive, creative environment where the world’s leading animation and effects artists are encouraged and supported to develop and produce challenging, world-leading, award-winning work.

    If you want to be part of the Cinesite story, please submit your application as an online submission via this website. If your candidacy is successful, you will be contacted shortly, if it is not retained for this position it will stay on file for future opportunities.

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