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Visualization Supervisor (Project Hire)
ExperiencedHybridContract
Location
Culver City, CA
Salary
$100k–$127k/yr
Experience
8+ years
Posted
Today
Job Description
Visualization Supervisor (Project Hire)
Location: Culver City, California
The Visualization Supervisorensures that a filmmaker’s vision is realized withinthe scope of work on a show.Overseeing all aspects of visualization, includingprevis,techvisandpostvis, the supervisorexhibitsthehighestlevel of leadership, project management, and creative direction while also workingalongside artists to design shots.Working with theVisualization Creative Director, the Visualization Supervisorassumes ownership overan entireshow anddrives the production of shotworkandsequences throughout the entire span of the production.
This role is expected to end on August 28th, 2026, with the possibility to be extended.
Responsibilities:
Ensure the overall tone of the work stays creatively consistent at every step and manages the scope of the work so that it stays within agreed upon schedule and budgetary limits.
Manageprevisshot making and editingsequencesbased onthe filmmaker’sideas,storyboardsand/or script pages to constructastorythat aligns with the filmmakers’ vision
Workclosely with filmmakers to interpret and drive implementing their creative notesandensure feedback from reviews is properly addressed
Overseepostvisualizationshot creationand work with production editorial to ensurevfxelements are integrated seamlesslyinto live action plates.
Overseeandideatewith department supervisors onasset development, mocap, and animation.
Foster strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and collaboration throughout the production process
Strategically manage resourcesand team schedules to promote efficiency andensuresuccessful delivery.
Supervise, train, and mentorteamto create a unified vision for projects
Work with production support to plan schedules, commit to deliveries, and inspire artists to deliver remarkable results
Run team creative reviews and represent your team in internal and client creative reviews to ensure feedback from reviews is appropriately addressed.
Essential Skills:
8+ years of experiencesupervising entire shows fromprevistopostvis
Extensive experience in shot and sequence generation with and without the use of storyboards and script
Acomprehensivefilm vocabulary of genre, shot design, sequence progression, camera moves, lighting styles, and acting choices based on years of film viewing, bothvfxdriven and practical.
A strong understanding of industry trends and techniques
3+ years Unreal experience
Artist and project management, with experience in scheduling,budgeting with producers, andquality control
Adobe After Effects compositingproficiency
Nuke Skills (a plus)
Camera trackingproficiencyusingPFTrack/Syntheyesor similar software
Qualifications:
Possess an eye forvisualdetail and understand the technical specifications for each project.
A highly proactive problem-solver,anticipatingpotential roadblocks and addressing them before they occur.
Understand cinematic language,cameraand lens packages
Possess aworking knowledgeof composition, colortiming, animation,and editing.
Original thinking and ownership over ideas
Maintainahigh standard of quality andoutput.
Understandoveralltone and purpose of a sequence within the context of a show andmaintaincontinuity.
Adapt quickly andembracechange
The anticipated base salary for this position is $100,469 to $126,916. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.
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