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Head of Technical Directors

Job Description

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Head of Creative Operations, the Head of TD is responsible for day-to-day operations and long-term strategic management of the TD team. The Head of TD works closely with the VFX/CG Supervisors, show creative leadership (eg Asset Supervisors, 2D Supervisors) and HOD's to identify workflows and tools and to assess technical options.

Primary Responsibilities:

Managing the team:

• Manage the training and integration of new TD into the existing team in accordance with the global needs of the business
• Recruiting, cast and assign appropriate TD to the various projects
• Nurture technical ability, while ensuring balanced personal and professional development
• Assess performance of the team through appraisals (formal as well as informal), and manage career growth and promotions within the wider considerations of the company

Strategy and working standards:

• Have a compelling strategy and vision for the future of the department
• Keep up to date with industry developments and tools
• Ensure the department remains relevant in an ever changing global industry
• Work together with the Head of Creative Operations to ensure that Shows maintain a consistent workflow, pipeline and toolset that directly correspond to the established working practices across the company.
• Propose and oversee the development of new tools, workflows or techniques as required for successful and efficient delivery of shows
• Monitor workflow and techniques used in the team. Measure and report on issues and opportunities within agreed formats and timescales.
• Ensure that the quality of work remains to the high standards of our studios.
• Have a compelling strategy and vision for the future of the department

Planning, maintenance and delivery:

• Define broad priorities of the TD group
• Reviewing work of their team and ensuring good practices are in lines with Software standards
• Help the studios adapt the existing pipeline and tools to their new approach and operating as the front-line support for artists
• Work with the software department to initiate development of tools/workflows that are needed for the show
• Remain in close contact with Software and will be expected to conform to R&D operational and coding standards. TDs will remain informed of larger FEV initiatives and included in general R&D department meetings and presentations and align with Software on key projects
• Be part of the team that reviews and approves review the Blueprint when presented by the show CG Supervisor, working closely with them if any changes are required

Qualifications

Experience:

Years of proven leadership and management experience in a leading VFX company or associated industry

Attributes:

• Excellent analytical problem solving skills – you have the ability to look at a problem, break it down and deliver solutions. Desire to learn from others and to take on increasingly challenging work.
• Excellent communication skills – you need to relay your knowledge across the pipeline to ensure workflows follow your approved plan
• Team player approach with the ability to take direction/feedback
• Strong sense of team dynamics and a positive morale generating style
• Ability to successfully delegate and manage projects
• Able to manage a time-sensitive workload with an urgent and extremely organized manner
• Highly adaptable with the strong ability to work successfully under pressure
• Ability to motivate the team and inspire to get the best out of them
• Ability to prioritise and understand the severity of an issue
• Understand your weaknesses and knowledge gaps
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to cope with stressful situations and conflict with composure
• Ability to work in an inclusive and diverse organization

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Company Description

Moving Picture Company (MPC) is a global VFX studio with decades of storytelling experience across the feature film and episodic industries, with award-winning highlights including The Lion King, 1917, The Mandalorian, and Wandavision.

MPC’s global network of artists is constantly innovating to bring unimaginable ideas to life through cutting-edge technology and boundless creativity. Part of the Technicolor Creative Studios network, MPC continues to lead the visual arts industry, building authentic and long-lasting connections with audiences across screens worldwide.