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Full Time Job

VFX Producer

The Mill

Chicago, IL 10-02-2021
 
  • Paid
  • Full Time
  • Mid (2-5 years) Experience
Job Description

The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in visual effects, creative technologies and content production Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class visual effects and video production.

We are a vibrant network of talented artists, producers, directors and creative technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

We are The Mill.

We create the extraordinary.

The ideal candidate for this role will have a minimum of 3 years experience in VFX post production. He/she will have an understanding of, and interest in, new trends and developments in Post Production and the wider field of Film and Television.

What you'll do:
• Prepare accurate and high detailed budgets and advising on both high end VFX and fast turnaround adaptation work.
• Plan, coordinate and lead projects from storyboard through to final delivery.
• Ensuring correct scheduling of sessions.
• Manage project negotiation and utilize all resources efficiently.
• Work alongside Leads and creative supervisors to track and manage projects.
• Manage resources and ensure a strong line of communication between teams and all support departments.
• Anticipate and communicate issues to supervisors or department heads.
• Oversee the execution of all masters and final client deliveries.
• Reconciling and billing all costs as per client requirements and internal standards.
• Answering client technical queries or liaising with operators or technical staff to obtain and provide requested information.
• Help to maintain a positive, upbeat and professional atmosphere to each project, being proactive and solution-orientated.
• Supervise and ensure quality control on all projects and give feedback to appropriate creative, production and operational personnel.
• Monitor and review project demands on creative artists and ensure that they have sufficient support staff and resources for each project.
• Provide ongoing line management during projects, managing the welfare of both creative and production teams.

Qualifications

What you'll need:
• 3-4 years minimum experience as a VFX Producer.
• Highly organized
• Exemplary time/project management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to prioritize conflicting tasks
• Able to remain calm and confident in a fast-paced environment
• Able to work within a team towards a common goal
• Understanding of common file formats and resolutions

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d23jx6-18-188-252-23-42 in your application.

Company Profile
The Mill

Technicolor is home to the world's premiere portfolio of visual effects brands, services, and creative innovations. With locations that span the globe, and service offerings tailored to the specific creative and storytelling needs of each project, we power premium content. Our diverse family of VFX brands includes: MPC, The Mill, MR. X, Mikros MPC Advertising, and Technicolor VFX. Each studio has their own unique approach to help storytellers create out of this world experiences.