Overview

Position Title: CG Talent Manager

Department: Production

Reports to: Executive-in-Charge (Vancouver Studio)

Status: Full-time (40 hours/week), Indefinite

Classification: 0112

Date: April 25, 2018

Position Summary

As a crucial component of the Talent Management Group, the CG Talent Manager is responsible for managing up to 100 CG artists across a portfolio of disciplines, including casting, career development, performance management and resource scheduling. ILM is looking for an exceptionally talented, committed and seasoned Talent Manager with a passion for delivering unparalleled client service.

Primary Responsibilities

·       Manages a portfolio of artists, and as needed, provides support / back-up for other CG Talent Managers;

·       Develops and maintains current and future resource need models as required based on input from show project teams and other sources;

·       Communicates pro-actively with show project leaders and creative supervision regarding overall project requirements, crewing needs (start / end dates) and project milestones, anticipating and flagging challenges as required;

·       Maintains overview of crew utilization using proprietary resource management system;

·       Facilitates continuous feedback cycle through project mid- and post-mortems, end-of-show and annual performance review processes; gives timely, actionable and constructive feedback as needed to help CG artists grow and improve to meet specific objectives or long-term career goals;

·       Collaborates with Recruitment function to define and meet current and future talent acquisition goals;

·       Collaborates with Human Resources function to establish and maintain competitive employee engagement strategy (compensation, terms of employment)

·       Represents and nourishes studio culture through thoughtful, transparent and focused leadership.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the Executive in Charge (Vancouver Studio).

Job Requirements

Education/Experience

·       Bachelor’s degree or higher in Film Production, HRM, or Communications

·       Minimum of five years’ experience in an artist management / resource management function in post-production visual effects, animation or gaming

Required Skills/Competencies

·       Understanding of CG terminology, and a thorough understanding of the processes and disciplines involved in CG post-production

·       Demonstrates awareness of up- and downstream needs of stakeholders, including Production, CG Artists, and support teams (Recruitment, HR)

·       Focus on strategic approach with the ability to address unexpected challenges in stride; calm, “can-do” attitude with an emphasis on collaborative communication.

·       Anticipates risks / challenges and pro-actively develops alternatives with key stakeholders

·       Proven analytical skills, effective scheduling and time management abilities

·       Excellent administrative, organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skills (written and verbal)

·       Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with a diverse range of personality types, perspectives and talents

Salary & Benefits

This is a full-time, indefinite position offering three weeks’ paid vacation, health and dental benefits including MSP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and contributory RRSP participation after a qualifying period. Our studio offers a free on-site fitness centre. Expected salary range is ­­­$72,000 – $118,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

To Apply
Please email a copy of your resume to Marilou Sayco (apply-ilmvan@ilm.com).

 

No Solicitation

Business Address & Work Location

Suite 400-21 Water Street

Vancouver, BC V6B 1A1