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DNEG Animation is a world-class animation studio that crafts captivating worlds and compelling characters through beautiful animation. Our studio is fuelled by the passion and talents of our global crew, and through them we are delivering an exciting slate of major new projects, such as The Angry Birds Movie 3, The Cat in the Hat, and Bad Fairies.
We thrive on diverse styles of animation, from complex graphic novel adaptations to beautifully stylised films. Each project is driven by our team's expertise in the craft of animation and we believe every role plays a huge part in the success of our shows.
Join a team where the only 'house style' is quality and work alongside some of the best talent in the business to help bring iconic characters and unique worlds to life. Stories that we are honored to be a part of include The Garfield Movie, Nimona, Under the Boardwalk, Entergalactic, and Ron's Gone Wrong.
Always striving to further the art of animation, we are currently in production on a number of major animated features and are looking for new talent to join our incredible team. If you thrive on collaboration and the creative energy it provides, together we will create spectacular visuals and breathe life into unforgettable characters and enchanting animated worlds.
The DNEG Animation Pipeline Operations Manager is responsible for operational execution of the pipeline support teams and resource management for the Animation Technology department. The Pipeline Operations Manager focuses on the optimisation of the development and support process, defining Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and providing regular progress reports to the AnimTech and show leadership.
The Pipeline Operations Manager reports to the Program Manager and works collaboratively with the Associate Technology Operations Manager in providing consistent and global coverage for the DNEG Animation Technology team. Collaborating closely with the Head of Pipeline of DNEG Animation on resource casting decisions and supporting career growth plans and opportunities for the Pipeline TDs and ATDs.
The Pipeline Operations Manager partners with the resource management team at DNEG Animation to provide and receive regular updates regarding resource management procedures and policies.
Responsibilities
- Oversee pipeline show support teams.
- Collaborate with Head of Pipeline on staffing and casting decisions for the support teams.
- Develop and maintain triage and prioritisation process for the support teams.
- Develop and maintain reports for support activity.
- Oversee the training and mentorship program in collaboration with the Head of Pipeline.
- Responsible for resource management questions, including contracts, visas, vacation/holidays, performance reviews.
- Field HR related questions in alignment with the resource management team.
- Provide staffing requirements and CS updates to DNEG Animation leadership.
- Track new hire candidates from screening, to interviews and the onboarding process.
- Accountable for maintaining the triage and test release rotas.
- Accountable for responding to weekend work requests.
Must Have
- Excellent people management, conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Previous experience managing teams in development or production environments.
- Demonstrates organisational skills, including a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent teamwork - ability to assemble and motivate teams and work effectively with others.
- Strong problem solving skills.
- Project management - proven ability in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Strong written & verbal communication to effectively communicate with people at all levels.
- Proven team leader with strong motivational qualities.
