ABOUT US
VisualCreatures (VC) is an artist-focused VFX/animation company and creative R&D field lab that partners with storytellers to deliver their creative vision through the efficient use of cutting-edge creative technology and techniques. VC specializes in using—and advancing—the next generation of virtual and real-time production technologies to more efficiently deliver upon large-scale premium animation and VFX-driven feature, episodic, commercial, and interactive productions. The company is built upon a cloud-based, real-time production pipeline that flows seamlessly from shot production to animation. As an AGBO subsidiary, VC is well positioned to play a key role in AGBO’s Universe strategy by providing pre-visualization, digital asset creation/management/utilization, post-production, and virtual production services across the AGBO slate.
We are currently seeking an Executive Producer – Cinematics & Animation to join the team at VisualCreatures. We are in a period of rapid development and it’s a very exciting time as we further expand, leveraging our Unreal Pipeline for visualization, VAD and final pixel. The Executive Producer will develop and oversee all real time business at the studio. This includes but is not limited to, establishing and nurturing client relationships, supervising budgets and financial status of projects, project oversight and client management.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- With Company Founders and President, develop and execute long-term Company growth plans designed to achieve measurable strategic and financial outcomes.
- With Company President, establish regular reporting with the accounting team and annual budgets.
- Has an entrepreneurial and proactive approach and enjoys converting opportunities to push both creative and business success, with an eagerness to develop new and lasting relationships.
- Progress in-depth knowledge of clients (new and existing) including client’s business strategy, financial goals & metrics, challenges, and opportunities that add value to identify the best opportunities for VisualCreatures growth and create actionable steps to achieve growth.
- Ensure the mutual and continued success of the clients and VisualCreatures by offering clients a trusted, direct line to VisualCreatures while also meeting annual revenue targets.
- Represent the entire range of VisualCreatures’ creative solutions and technological capabilities to the client.
- Exceptional team management, communication & networking skills, and enjoys presenting the offer.
- Meets with clients early on for all projects to establish and/or renew relationships (together with Creative Director and/or Supervisor).
- Prepare sales strategies and proposals.
- Ability to create and deliver effective presentations.
- Works with the show producers and production accountant to provide studio management with early, consistent, and accurate cost/actuals reporting.
- Attends weekly show status meetings and presents cost/actuals for assigned shows.
- Serves as a point of escalation for clients.
- Identify and evaluate industry shifts and new market trends as related to the client/company.
- Responsible for bidding projects, budgets, schedules, and strategy for delivering shows on time and on budget. Evaluates estimated costs and schedules for projects. Knowledge of project resourcing.
- Key participant in discussions around improving efficiency and cost competitiveness.
- Attends weekly show status meetings and presents cost/actuals for assigned shows.
- Work collaboratively with various internal teams to create effective solutions.
- Problem-solves across shows to maximize efficiency of crew across multiple projects.
- Manages client conflict and expectations while supporting show leadership.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
- 10+ years hands-on digital production experience and minimum of 5 years experience in senior capacity in performance capture management.
- At least 5 years experience working in a senior level client facing role at a studio, streamer, or production company.
- Extensive network of contacts within the VFX/post community.
- Ability to leverage existing contacts and build new relationships that broaden and strengthen VisualCreatures reach within the entertainment community.
- Proven problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional presentation skills, both verbal and written, including the development of visual presentations and pitch decks.
- Proven track record in bidding and client management.
- Must have a specific understanding of visual effects techniques, scheduling and throughput.
- Strong production and technology knowledge required.
- Proven track record of fiscal responsibility.
- Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
- Must be a compelling communicator with the ability to influence others.
Covid-19 Update: VisualCreatures is currently working hybrid (with our new offices located in downtown Los Angeles next to AGBO).
In compliance with California law, we are disclosing the compensation range for this role, $150,000.00 – $175,000.00 per year.
The job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent to this position.
Due to the requirements of this position, VisualCreatures requires as a condition of employment for this role that a candidate be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. If a candidate is offered this position with VisualCreatures, such offer is contingent on the candidate providing proof of full vaccination status by his or her start date. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, VisualCreatures will consider reasonable accommodations to a candidate’s inability to vaccinate due to disability or religious belief, but VC’s consideration of potential reasonable accommodations does not guarantee employment.
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