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At *** UK, there's always more to the story. Join us as our Bookings Editor - Luxury Fashion, to start the next chapter in your career.

We're the UK's leading premium publisher, and the people behind iconic *** brands such as Cosmopolitan, Esquire, ELLE, Women's Health and Country Living. We've created a working environment that encourages everyone to pull together. We never stop looking for brave new ideas. We'll always try to develop and improve, we trust each other to do our best, and we have fun as we build on our heritage to make history.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Fashion Director, you will support the Bookings Director in the production and casting processes of all editorial main fashion, front of book, jewellery and beauty shoots across Esquire as well as ELLE and Harper's Bazaar, ensuring the smooth running of the bookings process. You will also help manage the Bookings Assistant with day to day workload.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to produce beauty, jewellery and any other FOB fashion shoots as requested, including sourcing models, crew and location.
• Ability to support on the production of main fashion shoots, as required.
• Ability to support on occasional cover shoots where casting is involved, as well as associated digital content.
• Ability to book travel, accommodation, and locations in the most efficient and economical manner, and in accordance with *** procedures.
• Ability to handle all paperwork and admin for shoots, including any necessary permits, insurance, and ensure all shoots meet any health and safety compliances as required.
• Responsible for sending out call-sheets as required, and where required, be the liaison *** ween all parties involved in every shoot to ensure clear communication on timings and logistics.
• Ability to commission talent according to the *** commissioning process by ensuring the correct rights agreements or contracts are sent out to photographers / videographers and agents as required.
• Prepared to go on set and assist with production where required.
• Prepared to conduct go-sees plus castings for shoots as required
• Ability to oversee the bookings assistant in ensuring budgets are up to date with accurate forecasts and actual spends, and invoices are processed and logged in a timely manner.
• Ability to work closely with the Editorial Business team to ensure accurate budget tracking, budget management and to ensure maximum cost efficiency at all times.
• Prepared to work on digital editorial content when needed, researching suitable models and new photographers to shoot online content, as well as working on production of these shoots.
• Ability to upload final images to the internal server and Censhare system, and ensure images are tagged with the correct rights and meta data on Censhare.
• To be an ambassador of *** UK and its values.
• You may be required to undertake such further duties as your skills, qualifications and experience allow and/or as may be assigned to you from time to time.

ABOUT YOU

• Relevant experience in editorial bookings and contacts with model agencies and creative talent agencies.
• In depth knowledge of Elle, Esquire and Harper's Bazaar, including contributing creative teams.
• Interest in fashion trends, models and up and coming creative talent.
• Keen be able to work as part of a creative team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Great attention to detail
• Ability to work to deadlines and multi-task.
• Experience with using a Mac computer, downloading and uploading images.
• Responsible for casting and booking all talent and contributors for Esquire main fashion. This will include sourcing the highest level of models, hair /make up, stylists etc for a luxury brand.
• Able to own all elements of shoot production for Esquire main fashion, including location searches, sourcing caterers and props for shoots, booking travel etc.
• Ability to work together with the Bookings Director on the casting and production of Bazaar and Elle main fashion shoots.

**** WE OFFER

At *** UK, you can choose from a huge range of perks and benefits that can help you learn well, work well and live well including:

• 25 days' holiday (with the option to buy up to 5 additional holiday days) - pro rated for part-time or fixed-term employees
• Hybrid working - Three days per week in the office
• Discounted gym membership
• Healthcare cash plan
• Spend a charity day with your favourite good cause
• Life assurance and pension scheme
• Regular socials and more!

There's more to your story than you imagine. And the next chapter begins right here.

*** UK is deeply committed to using our i *** uential brands to reflect the world we want to live in - one that respects, protects, represents and uplifts the voices and opinions of all people. As a business, we recognise the significant benefits of creativity, collaboration and innovation that comes with diverse teams. Not only is diversifying the voices in our organization the right thing to do, but it also helps us to make powerful and exciting content that can be enjoyed by many more people. This is why we're working to build a sense of true belonging within our business and foster a culture in which everyone feels heard.

Job Summary:

The Director of Cinematography - Layout plays an integral role in the production team. They are responsible for supervising and delivering all aspects of cinematography, from animatic through the final film output. The Director of Cinematography - Layout will oversee a team of artists working together to capture the impression of the Director's vision through the camera including environment asset creation. This is a regular, full time, staff position that will be located at our Vancouver, BC studio. Please note that relocation eligibility may be determined based on role and individual circumstance.

Role Specifics

• Work with the Director, VFX Supervisor, and Director of Cinematography - Lighting to realize their vision to define and implement the Cinematography style and practices for the show.
• Supervise a Layout Team composed of layout artists in creating the world that is specified by the Director.
• Supervise the creation of the camera rig and lens packages to be used for the show.
• Maintain functional parity *** ween Layout, Animation, and Lighting.
• Direct the continuing maintenance and streamlining of the Layout process.
• Develop and maintain portions of the environment bibles, specifically in relation to the technical implementation of pertinent characteristics.
• Work closely with the Animation Team to ensure the successful collaboration, handoff, and execution of environments and cameras.
• Partner with the Director of Cinematography - Lighting, following all shots from conception to completion.
• Partner with the Editor and editorial department to ensure that the Director's cinematic vision is captured.

Strategy

• Responsible for consumability and efficiency of deliverables into downstream departments.
• Drives department processes, bidding, and reviews .
• Determines resource needs and collaborates with studio, show, and department leadership in finding staffing solutions.
• Analyzes and determines cost implications of requests and strategizes on solutions in partnership with show leadership.

Leading People

• Creates an inclusive and safe work environment by carefully managing sensitive information, making rooms feel open and comfortable, creating space for everyone to have a voice, and addressing bias when it occurs.
• Sets the creative and technical vision/expectations for the supervisors, leads, and department. Responsible for seeing that vision through to completion.
• In tight conjunction with the Production Management and AM, inspires and motivates the supervisors, leads, and department. Responsible for the tone and morale of the department.
• Contributes to the overall craft and leadership development of supervisors, leads, and department through setting expectations, delivering consistent constructive feedback, recognition, and accountability.

Collaboration

• Creates, models, and supports a collaborative work environment within the team and *** ween departments on the show.
• Identifies solutions and compromises in partnership with other department leaders utilizing a holistic view to meet show vision.

Communication

• Provides regular updates to show leadership on the progress, health, and direction of the team.
• Keeps the team informed with context for show related changes and updates.

Studio Stewardship

• Studio Culture- Actively fosters an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment so every employee can contribute at the highest levels.
• Technology, Tools, and Workflow - Engages in the creation and execution of technical standards, pipeline conventions, and workflows to support the department, show, and studio.
• Department Stewardship - Partners closely with peers and the Artist Manager to support an environment of creativity, trust, and innovation. Actively involved in assessment, casting, hiring, and overall growth of artists.

Recommended Experiences

• Minimum 4 years of leadership experience that demonstrates a strong ability to lead and mentor others.
• Demonstrated history of problem solving and project management skills.
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to **** standards, pipeline, tools, and workflows as they relate to discipline(s) you would be leading.
• Understanding of the disciplines/craft which you would be leading.
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Art, Illustration, Cinema Studies, Computer Graphics, Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience as a Layout Supervisor, Sequence Supervisor, CG Supervisor, or similar role in CG Animation and/or Visual Effects production.
• Experience with camera rigs and mechanics and a strong understanding of lens effects.
• Experience in doing previs, providing a blueprint, prior to production crews starting.
• Strong understanding of the principles of cinematography and animation.
• Strong knowledge and technical understanding of digital pipeline issues.
• Strong knowledge of each of the following technical areas:
• Maya®
  
  • 3D Modeling and Rigging
  • 3D Texture painting and mapping techniques
  • Animation principles
  • The Unix/Linux environment
• Skill in the following areas is desired:
  
  • DSequencer
  • Traditional drawing, painting, design and/or sculpture
  • Knowledge of anatomy, kinematics and physical behaviors

The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$178,500 to C$231,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Animation *** :

Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, *** Animation *** is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. *** Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to our 62nd animated feature, Wish, releasing November 2023. Among the studio's timeless creations are Pinocchio, Sleeping Beauty, The Jungle Book, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Encanto.

About *** :

*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with *** Animation *** Vancouver Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** Animation *** .