Manager, Graphics Operations
About The Position
We are Wild Card Born in Hollywood , we know what stories move audiences – and how to bring brands into the action. We connect brands with global markets, crafting high-impact experiences through a blend of creativity and data on screen, in-game and beyond. Every moment is an opportunity to build genuine connections, because everyone wants to be part of a great story. Purpose Wildcard is seeking an experienced Manager, Graphics Operations for our Motion Graphics department. Candidates must have professional experience in working with a Motion Graphics team, preferably within the movie marketing industry. Must have a positive can-do attitude, be proactive, possess strong interpersonal communication skills, be able to take initiative, as well as, manage time within a fast-paced environment where deadlines and challenges constantly evolve. Post-Production experience is a must!
Requirements
- 4+ years of professional experience in a Graphics department within the theatrical and streaming marketing industry
- Experience producing and/or supervising motion graphics campaigns for a wide range of clients in the entertainment/advertising/streaming market
- Hands on knowledge of graphic design, animation, and finishing
- Advanced knowledge of broadcast and film standards and post-production workflow
- Comfortable with and interested in staying up to date on new technology
- Ability to analyze and negotiate challenging timelines
- Self-motivated, team player
- Problem-solving skills with the desire to inspire and mentor a diverse team
- Maintain high creative standards
- Exceptional leadership skills, earns respect of team by example
- Level headed, functions well under pressure
- Excellent communicator (both written and verbal), able to give direction to artists and/or producers
- Knowledge and experience with After Effects, Cinema 4D, and post-production workflow
- Willing and able to work demanding hours to meet deadlines
Nice To Haves
- Candidates with artist contacts within the trailer industry strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Support Head of Graphics in managing a team and prioritizing resources on a daily and weekly basis.
- Communicate proactively with Producers and Stakeholders outside of the department on status of active and ongoing requests.
- Anticipate and forecast incoming jobs, schedule resources accordingly to deliver assets to meet client deadlines.
- Optimize most efficient use of resources by prioritizing daily, weekly and monthly assignments for design and production teams.
- Maintain efficient workflow using internal tools, and work with the Operations team to develop and institute improvements and additional tools.
- Actively manage scheduling of freelance/on-demand talent based on needs of department and company.
- Work with the Head of Graphics to evaluate and improve upon department operations, seeking feedback and cooperation within and outside of the department.
- Track resources in Asana on multiple, simultaneous projects to ensure load leveling, utmost efficiency, cost effectiveness, and superior creative solutions.
- Onboard, train and provide on-going support to Graphics Producers & Coordinators to maintain a high quality bar for execution.
- Inspire creativity and excellent work habits.
- Liaise with HR on freelancer onboarding process.
- Oversee freelancer POs / Invoices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
