Expressions of interests are now open for a Head of Assets to join the award-winning team at Rising Sun Pictures.
Employment period: This is a long-term position, ASAP start.
Location: Adelaide, Australia. This position is open to Australian and international applicants. Visa and relocation assistance is available if required.
Position Overview:
Heads of Department (HODs) are primarily accountable to ensure appropriate governance for the VFX disciplines they oversee. They oversee the hiring, performance, recognition and promotion of artists. Working in conjunction with their discipline Supervisors they ensure that the artists have all the tools and knowledge required to produce work of the highest calibre and they prioritise and inform the technology direction.
They will work closely with other studio level heads within creative, production and sales to scope, bid and plan for the execution of work up front.
Responsibilities:
Studio related
* Propose effective approaches to projects to maintain competitive offers
* Work with department management to ensure that artists are effectively utilised on all projects
* In conjunction with peers and Department Supervisors, create and maintain best practices
* Proactively anticipate, communicate and address workflow and technology issues
* Promote and maintain a high-quality creative output
* Partner with production teams to maintain a culture of collaboration.
Department Development
* Keep abreast of new techniques and technologies. Share knowledge with others.
* Collaborate with 3D pipeline developers on tools and processes. Gather requirements from artists and Department Supervisors and prioritise development efforts in order to deliver on the company strategic goals.
* Ensure artists have access to high quality training material. Support supervisors to organize, structure and give training to artists.
* Prepare and document workflows and best practices, organize them so that they are easily accessible to staff.
Team Leadership
* Cultivate positive and collaborative team spirit.
* Address interpersonal conflicts directly and positively.
* Participate in the hiring, integration and performance evaluations of staff.
Required skills and experience:
* Demonstrated experience in creating exceptional VFX.
* Possess exemplary people management skills including excellent communication, time management, organisation and delegation skills.
* Demonstrate care and empathy for the team, your goal is to empower others and support and drive the team to achieve their best work.
* Exhibit an understanding of the big picture goals of the company, department and projects.
* Lead by example, including demonstrating a willingness to give and receive feedback, collaborate with others to share techniques, ideas and contribute to a positive working environment.
Those closely matching this job description will be contacted for further information.
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