Oferta de empleo | Line Producer

Proyecto
Madrid
Publicado hace 1 semana

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Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as Marvel Studios’ What If…? Disney Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, the recently announced Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Flying Bark’s own 200% Wolf, and many others.

*Madrid locals & Europeans open to relocation will be given priority, as we would need this candidate to start ASAP. Not open for remote work, must be based in Madrid.*

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Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Line Producer who is able to relate to and manage creatives as well as the client, who can problem solve, think ahead and look after the big picture. The Line Producer ensures the Program/s is completed within the budget and production schedule, while adhering to the highest of industry standards creatively and technically.

In doing so, ensuring the most effective use of technology and human resources are adopted. In managing the day to day operation of the Program/s, clear and high level communication channels are to be established and maintained with crew, management and the Client.

Here’s what we are looking for

High level experience (8+ years) in CG animation film production, animated series production or equivalent;
Previous experience as a Line Producer Role in CG animation film productions and/or animated series productions;
Experience with all parts of the animation production pipeline, from story department to final delivery in a professional production environment;
Experience with all aspects of production management, including schedule management, personnel and performance management;
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, MS Project or equivalent, and Autodesk Flow Production Tracking (Shotgrid).
Expert organizational skills;
Superior personnel management and team building skills;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to use positive tone and attitude to diffuse conflict, provide solutions, and cultivate a fun and productive working environment;
Ability to anticipate and deal with an ever-changing production environment;
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential material;
Ability to work well under pressure/deadlines;
Ability to pull together and focus diverse teams of artists;
Fluent in English and Spanish language, both written and verbal;
Having prior experience as an LP setting up a new studio is desirable;
Ability to travel;

Key Responsibilities

The Line Producer role will be split into three stages as follows:

Ensure to the best of your skill, ability and reasonable judgement that all production elements are completed within the approved production budget and according to the production schedule for the Program/s, reporting any potential overages to the Supervising Producer along with potential solutions to reduce risk;
Regularly check and balance the production crew plan and updated cost forecast, applying the “four eyes policy” to the checking of figures and formulas with the Supervising Producer or CFO;
Track and process fortnightly timesheets and invoices, in accordance with executed production employment agreements; Manage and reconcile the fortnightly cost report, working with the accounts team to ensure all costs to date are reported correctly and in accordance with the last pay run, and updating the estimate to complete to maintain a consistently accurate budget forecast;
Prepare a monthly cashflow report, working with the accounts team to ensure all Client invoices are paid in accordance with the cashflow schedule, and notifying accounts of any changes to the schedule that may impact on payments;
Ensure continual analysis is done on all aspects of the production planning to identify possible savings.

PRODUCTION AND CLIENT MANAGEMENT

Manage the day-to-day operations of the production team according to the production schedule and budget, reporting any potential production delays to the Supervising Producer;
Closely manage the expectations of the Client, ensuring a positive working relationship at all times, and elevating any potential issues (for the Client or the Production Company) to the Supervising Producer;
Maintain extremely professional communication (both written and verbal) with the Client, leading by example for all crew;
Work with the HR Manager to determine staffing needs and assist with the posting of employment ads and recruiting;
Work with production crew and the Client to establish efficient production workflows and processes for the Program/s;
Track software, hardware and seating requirements for upcoming crew, working closely with the tech team to ensure production needs are communicated well in advance of crew start dates;
Assessing which of the day to day decisions are of such priority or have such key production schedule or budget impact that they require elevation and discussion with senior management;
Ensure the production team is aware of and working to the Client delivery schedule in accordance with the Production Services Agreement;
Work with Supervisors to develop and distribute creative “kick off” packs for new artists, and department process packs for production crew to ensure all crew are aware of expectations for the creative and overall workflow;
Keep a thorough written record of any production delays caused by the Client, including late delivery of briefing materials, changes to briefing materials, delays in feedback turnaround and creative retakes called above agreed allowances. Identify which, if any, delays may warrant a Client Change Order and notify the Supervising Producer of any “high risk” ones;
Supervise and manage employees and contractors, ensuring they are working to quota and/or in accordance with their relevant job description and skill level, and conduct performance reviews as required with the HR Manager;
Establish and maintain a positive team working environment, promoting team building activities and a constructive, collaborative attitude toward problem solving;
Ensure all crew are inducted with the Non-Disclosure agreements and Code of Conduct upon commencement of employment, and consistently uphold and maintain the core statements in the Code of Conduct, setting a clear example for crew throughout production;
Conduct and lead weekly production meetings with key production crew to discuss both successes and concerns of the Program/s, ensuring agenda points, minutes and action points are drawn up and distributed to attendees;
Prepare and deliver written weekly production reports to the Client and senior management;
Meet with senior management as required to review progress of the Program/s;
Take on any production responsibilities when needed, such as, but not limited to department scheduling, taking meeting notes and managing the daily tasks for the supervising team;
Attend overseas trips to visit Clients or vendors as required for the production;
Maintain a close working relationship with other Line Producers, Producers and Executive Producers in the Production Company to ensure a collaborative company attitude across all projects.

LEGAL

Ensure that all contracts and agreements related to the Program/s are properly executed ahead of pay run and using the approved Program/s agreement template, such that the Production Company and the Client holds all copyright interest in the work created by the crew whether, employees, individual contractors or company contractors;
Work with the HR Manager and Business Affairs to ensure all employees are contracted in accordance with the Fair Work Act, Department of Immigration and other Australian federal laws;
Notify or discuss with the Business Affairs department of matters requiring or that may require copyright clearance. Ensure all copyright clearances provided by the Business Affairs department for all creative elements are then completed (in consultation and direction from the Business Affairs department);
Take all required steps to produce the Program/s in accordance with the requirements of the Production Services Agreement;
Adhere to and ensure the Program/s complies with relevant government requirements, including with respect to the PDV.
And all other duties and responsibilities as reasonably required by the Production Company.

What do we do?

Flying Bark Productions is a prolific independent producer of family-focused animated content. With studio locations in Sydney, LA, and Madrid, and partner studios all around the world, Flying Bark operates as a full-service production facility for award-winning original independent feature films and series as well providing world-class animation services for global clients.

Flying Bark continues to grow its world-class animation team across CG, 2D and CG/2D hybrid productions. With over 600 employees, Flying Bark has quickly become one of the most sought-after studios around the world for traditional frame-by-frame and CG animation. Flying Bark is wholly owned by media and theme park group Studio 100 which is headquartered in Belgium.

Flying Bark is known for producing iconic animated franchises such as Maya the Bee, Blinky Bill, and 100% Wolf, as well as world-class animation services for global clients, including Rise of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Nickelodeon), Monkie Kid (LEGO), Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur (Disney TV Animation), and What If…? (Marvel). Flying Bark is also currently working on an animated Stranger Things series for Netflix, as well as a highly anticipated traditional animated feature.

Why work with us?

We work on some pretty cool projects – check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/ We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a Kulture Klub dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar! If you love dogs as much as we do, you can bring them to work!

We have a full slate and plans for international expansion so there is always plenty of opportunity for career development. Our employees say our culture is the best they’ve ever experienced – everyone is welcome and celebrated! Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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