Manager, Post Production Animation

Job Description

Manager, Post Production - Animation (Series)

At Netflix Original Animation, we want to revolutionize the animation industry by telling global stories in diverse formats, with teams that represent our audiences and leverage cutting edge technologies to bring these stories to the screen.
Our Original Animation Post Production team is seeking an experienced (10+ years) manager to join the revolution. This role is based out of our new Burbank animation hub, and will manage owned, partner-managed, and licensed titles.

High level responsibilities include reviewing and approving post budgets and schedules, communicating and tracking show deliverables, connecting studio cross functional teams with relevant partners, show staff, and vendors, and advocating for Netflix production tools and technology initiatives.

DESCRIPTION

The north star for this position is to create an environment where Netflix's animation community and partners feel at home, well informed, and connected to our amazing studio. The person in this role will make great efforts to build meaningful relationships, set clear studio expectations up front, and evaluate regional vendor workflows and delivery capabilities.

TEMPERAMENT

People who excel on this team are positive, kind, self-motivated, flexible of thought and able to juggle multiple responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and leadership. We value people who are creative problem solvers, exercise informed judgement, have the curiosity to seek out alignment, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Budget and Schedule
• Review creative materials and discuss intent with the content team.
• Review (and sometimes prepare) and lock show post budgets and schedules.
• Provide relevant notes and analysis to internal stakeholders.
• Track, manage, and inform key stakeholders of ongoing post related costs and schedule updates.

Project Setup and Management
• Lead or assist with search and hire of key show post staff and vendors.
• Connect studio partners, relevant show staff, and post vendors with internal technology and delivery teams to communicate technical requirements and troubleshoot any areas of concern.
• Onboard, train, and provide support for external partners with regards to Netflix's digital production tools.

Content Management
• Provide review access to appropriate stakeholders.
• Schedule and attend Netflix screenings, previews, and premieres in conjunction with the Screenings team.
• Consult on remote creative review and approval workflows.

Partner, Vendor, and Editorial Talent Relations
• Develop amazing relationships with Netflix's studio partners.
• Cultivate relationships with animation studios so they can understand and support Netflix's best practices.
• Curate regional post vendor lists, and develop deep knowledge of their workflows, bandwidth, strengths, and gaps.
• Build relationships with the regional freelance editorial and post supervisor communities.

QUALIFICATIONS
• 10 Years + as an experienced Post Production Supervisor on a freelance or staff basis having worked with medium and high budget studio series with major production companies
• Ability to handle a fast paced environment supervising numerous projects in various states of production (from development through delivery)
• Extremely knowledgeable on current post production delivery specs and workflows
• Familiar with current animation production technology trends and workflows
• Team-player who operates well in a fast paced team-oriented setting
• A problem solver who is interested in thinking outside the box and working cross functionally to support both the show and the Netflix team.
• Ability to be discrete and maintain confidential information
• Understanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly
• Willingness to continue learning to ensure understanding of current and progressive post process
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multitask
• Proficiency in Google Apps suite
• Knowledgeable in Avid Media Composer/NEXIS, Adobe Premiere, Syncsketch, Moxion, Toon Boom, After Effects, and Maya
• BA/BS Degree or equivalent experience

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