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3/12

Mumbai, India Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Job Description VFX Trainer
Job Description
The youngest of all the ILM *** , the India studio leverages the expertise and technological know-how developed over 40 years at *** combined with the top artists and technicians in the region. Knowledge and culture flow freely *** ween the company's five *** and the global team shares tools and workflow allowing for seamless collaboration on all projects.
We are looking for a VFX trainer who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.
As a member of the Studio Talent Group the VFX Trainer is responsible for the design, development, and instruction of training courses for new and current employees in all global *** , with a focus on ILM's India studio.
What You'll Do

Deliver virtual technical training courses to ILM employees.
Create, evaluate and maintain technical documentation using Co *** uence.
Partner with studio leaders to understand technical training requirements.
Work closely with the Training Coordinator or to schedule and set up training.
Customize new starter technical training to meet the needs and goals of each trainee's assigned production.
Evaluate and report on trainee progress to the Director of Learning and appropriate department managers and production supervisors.
Develop curricula and documentation for Jedi Academy and entry-level talent, e.g. apprentices, graduates, interns, etc.

What We're Looking For

You are informed on the latest thinking on training and development methods and techniques.
You are skilled at fostering relationships across time-zones, providing global partners with an excellent level of service.
If needed, you have to step in and carry out shotwork as required by productions.
You are experienced with industry-standard 2D and/or 3D software packages (Maya, Katana, Nuke, Houdini, Photoshop) or proprietary equivalent.
You are familiar with the G Suite (Gmail, Docs, Drive).
You have knowledge of Linux, shell scripting, Python, and C/C++ (desirable).
You have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, computer visualization, or computer animation or related or you have equivalent industry experience.

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

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 *** Visual Effects (India) Private Limited , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/8

Product Manager

Shanghai, China Details

Full Time

Company Description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including *** , *** News, MS *** , *** , *** Sports, *** , *** Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and *** , our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. *** Universal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast *** Universal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Universal Products & Experiences globally drives expansion of the company's intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative physical and digital products, content, and consumer experiences. Along with franchise brand management, UP&E's core businesses include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms based on the company's extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination Entertainment, *** , and *** Universal cable and television. UP&E is a business segment of Universal Parks and Resorts, and part of *** Universal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Job Description

As aProduct Manager, you will work closely with gaming or digital content partners to utilize Universal IPs in developing gameproducts. You will be responsible formonitoringthe game production process at all stages, ensuring quality, progress and game content remains consistent with the original IPs and fully leverages its potential.

Help partners gain a deep understanding of licensed IP andmovieworldview, assist partners to *** ter combine gameplay and IP, and find a balance *** ween gameplay and IP brandmanagement
Collaborate closely with gaming or digital content partners to devise and execute game production plansand milestone schedules,ensuring on-time delivery and quality standards.
Communicate and collaborate with HQ and local team (Production/Creative/Marketing/Franchise/PR/VO) throughout the game production process, including providing organized assets and detailed context for content reviews.
Serve as a content supervisor, reviewing game design, storyline, and dialogue to ensure consistency with the essence and standards of the original IP and story.
Play game builds to test technical stability, game mechanics, user flow, and 'fun factor'.
Understand business requirements of project and adjust game development strategies accordingly to ensure smooth project execution.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

Minimum 5 years of experience in game production
Excellent communication and coordination skills, able to build and drive effective collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.
Fluent written and oral communication skills in both Chinese and English.
Have an in-depth understanding of game development processes and be able to effectively solve problems and tackle challenges with proactivity, creativity and agility.
Have in-depth understanding of China gaming market.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Excellent presentation skills in front of global stakeholders and external partners.
Must be able to travel. The role will require extensive travels across Greater China and/or international trips.

Desired Characteristics:

Having successful project/product experience will be preferred.
Strong interests in film and IPs, with the ability to understand and reflect the essence of the original IP.
Self-motivated professional with ability to work with team spirit
Experience of working in an international environment will be preferred

Additional Information

*** Universal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. *** Universal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/7

Producer/Director

Houston, TX Details

Full Time

ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM:

The Creative Services Department at Televisa *** is looking for a Commercial Producer to join our team! The successful candidate should be proud of the commitment of serving our local community.

ABOUT YOU:

The Commercial Producer is responsible for the development and production of promotional content for news and commercials including TV, radio, digital and local events.

This is a hands-on position that requires the ability to write scripts, do camera work in studio and on field, edit video and audio, and manipulate design and motion graphics.

Candidates need to be well versed in conceptualization, storytelling and able to maximize usage of multi *** resources.

Applicants should be able to take a project from start to finish under minimal supervision, be social *** savvy and have knowledge of content production for online and digital outlets.

Most importantly, the perfect candidate should have good attitude, be proactive and work well in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

You will report to the Director of Operations.

YOU HAVE:

Associates Degree or equivalent exposure to TV Production, Communications or Digital *** preferred
2 years of production experience with different types of broadcast *** (video, audio and graphics)

Avid editing systems and *** management.
Adobe CC suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition)
Professional c *** orders and DSLRs (Canon, Panasonic and Sony).
Field production lighting, audio recording and gear.
Green screen and studio production environment.
iNews, VizRT and news gathering tools is a plus.
vCreative, Smartsheet or other workflow tools is a plus.
Knowledge in 3D animation with Cinema 4D is a plus
Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
PC and MAC computer skills.
Proficient in written and oral Spanish and English.
Ability to drive, stand, walk and sit for up to 8 hours.
Must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays.
Ability to Lift 50lbs

OUR BENEFITS:

Televisa *** believes that a happy, well-balanced employee is what makes our culture thrive. We offer a wide selection of perks and benefits including PTO; tuition reimbursement; wellness and employee support programs; 401K; and life and other insurance plans. This is all in addition to our comprehensive and competitive health benefits package featuring medical, dental and vision coverage options.

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Televisa *** is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to ensuring a diverse workforce by providing broad outreach to all qualified applicants regarding job vacancies at the station. Organizations that regularly distribute information about employment opportunities to job seekers or provide employment referrals that wish to receive notices of our job vacancies may do so by contacting Human Resources.

Please apply to: ***

*** is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/7

Editor

New York, NY Details

Full Time

Position Summary/Objective

The Creative Communications Department at *** operates within the corporate division, focusing on conveying the brand's message across various platforms. We collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure alignment with *** 's mission and values. Our work spans print, web, social *** , photography, and video while staying updated with current storytelling trends to engage audiences effectively. Our approach is driven by innovation and a commitment to delivering impactful content. We are a team dedicated to communicating *** 's message through modern storytelling techniques.

The Video Editor reports to the Creative Director and will be responsible for internal and external video content that is featured on websites, social *** and other marketing collateral.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Video editing and animation using Premiere Pro and After Effects.
Creation of promotional videos, tutorials, and sizzles for *** .com, social *** platforms, and annual reports (DE&I, Sustainability, etc.).
Script and storyboard development.
Providing creative direction and support, including notetaking during shoots.
Reviewing video footage and compiling highlights.
Pre- and post-production communication with leadership, stakeholders, and clients.
Ability to create long, medium and short length marketing materials for web and social *** .
Preferred additional experience with designing printed and digital materials such as brochures, invitations, flyers, signage, posters, and evites.

Desired Experience & Competencies

Strong organizational and communication skills.
Ability to thrive under multiple deadlines while maintaining a collaborative team spirit.
Fluency in Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
Proficiency in Adobe Audition, PowerPoint, Keynote, Adobe XD, and HTML coding for websites and email is highly desirable.
All applicants must provide a portfolio showcasing their work.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in video editing/animation and graphic design.

In accordance with applicable law, *** is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York City. The reasonable estimate, if hired in New York City, is $85,000-$100,000. Please note this information is specific to those hired in New York City. If this role is open to candidates outside of New York City, the salary range would be aligned to that specific location. A final decision on the successful candidate's starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education. *** provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and paid time off, employee assistance programs, and more.

In accordance with applicable law, *** is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role if hired in New York State. The reasonable estimate, if hired in New York State, is $85,000-$100,000. Please note this information is specific to those hired in New York City. If this role is open to candidates outside of New York State, the salary range would be aligned to that specific location. A final decision on the successful candidate's starting salary will be based on a number of permissible, non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to skills and experience, training, certifications, and education. *** provides a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays and paid time off, employee assistance programs, and more.

About Us

*** is a leading global, diversified *** , information and services company with more than 360 businesses. Its major interests include ownership in cable television networks such as *** , HISTORY, Lifetime and *** ; global financial services leader Fitch Group; *** Health, a group of medical information and services businesses; transportation assets including CAMP Systems International, a major provider of software-as-a-ser *** solutions for managing maintenance of jets and helicopters; 33 television stations such as ****-TV in Boston and ****-TV in Sacramento, California, which reach a combined 19% of U.S. viewers; newspapers such as the Houston Chronicle, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany, New York); more than 300 magazines around the world, including Cosmopolitan, ELLE, Men's Health and Car and Driver, and digital services businesses such as iCrossing and ****A; and investments in emerging digital entertainment companies such as Complex Networks. To learn more about *** , visit *** .com.

*** is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/6

Senior Creative Designer (2-year Contract)

Lantau Island, Hong Kong Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Job Responsibilities:

Develops and communicates creative concepts and aesthetic ideas for theme park attractions, resorts interiors and/or other themed entertainment venues, under the direction of the Creative Lead
Works in collaboration with other team members in developing ideas
Provides concept direction for designing show models/sets/scenic elements, through the use of paint, sketching, storyboarding and/or computer art
Takes work from concept to development in production and field installation by working digitally in the computer on 3-D models, sketching or through non-traditional applications
Leads the creative team in the development of designs, contributing final art for production and assists with color design
Works on projects of high complexity for a larger scope, from concept to completion
Demonstrates the ability to communicate creative concepts using multiple mediums
Be Assigned to multiple projects which may include "Blue Sky" design studio, scenic illusions, and various capital authorized projects
Has ability to lead large projects through to design intent level and art direct their fabrication, with approval from the Creative Lead.
Be strong source of ideas during brainstorming sessions, contributing thumbnail sketches and other methods for capturing ideas.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor Degree in Arts, Fine Arts or related design field. Bachelor Degree in Theater, Animation, Architecture or Environmental Design preferred.
Minimum 12 years of relevant working experience, preferably in arts trainings, theatrical designs, interior designs, environmental designs or entertainment.
Ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment, including architecture, interior design, area development, etc.
Accomplished artistic visual and conceptual skills, including a talent for quick concept sketches as well as fully rendered paintings, drawings, storyboards, 2D digital painting, 3D modeling/sculpting.
Superior design and concept visualization skills supported by practical experience.
Proficient in digital creative mediums, for example Photoshop, Painter, Illustrator, 3D Studio Max, Maya, Z-Brush, Sketch Up, etc.
Strong demonstrated ability to conceptualize themed interior design and communicate design ideas. Strong creative concept design, layout and sketching skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated commitment to producing high quality work.

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About Hong Kong *** land Resort:

Hong Kong *** land Resort brings unforgettable, culturally distinctive *** experiences for guests of all ages and nationalities. Hong Kong is home to the fifth *** Resort in the world. The city's landscape and vibrant, diverse culture has inspired our Imagineers to create a variety of entertainment that is unique to Hong Kong *** land Resort.

Hong Kong *** land consists of the following seven themed areas: Adventureland, Fantasyland, Grizzly Gulch, Main Street U.S.A., Mystic Point, Tomorrowland and Toy Story Land. These areas feature themed attractions, entertainment and interactive experiences, restaurants, merchandise shops and refreshment stands. Additionally, there are daily parades and nighttime events. The Resort has three theme resort hotels: Hong Kong *** land Hotel, *** Explorers Lodge and *** 's Hollywood Hotel.

To date, Hong Kong *** land Resort has welcomed millions of Guests. Since 2006, Hong Kong *** land has ranked among the top five most popular places to visit in Hong Kong, according to the Hong Kong Tourism Board's annual Statistical Review.

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 HK *** land Mgnt Ltd , which is part of a business we call Hong Kong *** land Resort .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/5

Effects Supervisor

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Effects Supervisor is primarily responsible for leading a team of Effects Artists and Leads. This role works as a hands-on collaborator with the VFX and CG Supervisor to ensure that all delivered shots maintain ILM's rigorous standards and support the creative vision of the show.

What You'll Do:

Designs and creates complicated FX animation, procedural simulation, dynamic simulation, particle and fluid systems, and rigid body simulations.
Light and render FX elements and produce composites to showcase ideas
Develops and implements new techniques quickly and debugs complicated problems
Sets the standard by continually improving the efficiency, speed, and the quality of the team's output
Provide constructive and consistent creative and technical oversight and feedback on a shot and sequence level to the team
Partners with other discipline leadership in determining various cross department solutions, improvements and collaboration.
Coaches and guides the team of Effects artists to execute quality performance for the project.
Works with Production to bid, schedule, and cast shotwork.
Responsible for guiding the overall effects and simulations are on delivered schedule and budget.
Partners with Talent Management to provide artists with performance feedback, guidance, mentoring, resolving performance issues and maintaining positive morale amongst the crew.
Attends all relevant meetings to promote effective communication throughout the production team.

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Graphics or equivalent work experience.
Expert in Houdini software, and knowledge and experience in Python, Hscript or Mel
10+ year's production experience, also with experience in a leadership role in film visual effects
Proficiency with Linux, Unix,
Produced effects smoke, fire, explosions, water, clouds, steam, particle
Demonstrable experience of mentoring and developing artists
Strong communication skills to present to supervisors and mentor the artist team
Can develop small scale, show specific tools for non-FX TDs and other FX TDs

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At *** /ILM we believe that diversity, inclusion and belonging are integral to our company. We are at our best when our people at all levels reflect the vast life experiences of our audiences, and we thrive when ideas and decisions from all are valued and represented. If you are passionate about the role, but don't fit every criteria of the posting, we encourage you to still apply. We want to hear your story .

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

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 ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

3/2

Senior Instructional Designer, Scripps Journalism Journey Initiative (remote)

Home Office Ohio, Details

Full Time

The *** *** Company is seeking a Senior Instructional Designer, r esponsible for understanding business strategic goals designing and developing effective, experience focused learning solutions and materials across the organization. This position will work closely with the Lead Spec, Learning and Development, subject matter experts (SME's), graphics team, and external vendors. The position will report to the Sr. Director of Learning and Leadership Development.

**** YOU'LL DO:

Analyzes requests to understand root of training need and apply instructional design and cutting-edge development principles to produce engaging and innovative learning programs to drive achievement of company objectives, and our values-based culture.
Manages the on-time and quality correct delivery of your scope of training, including successful fulfillment of activities involved in the planning, design, development, implementation, delivery, maintenance, and innovation of training and development programs.
Work with Lead Spec, Learning and Development and or SME's to identify target audiences training needs and develop plans to meet these needs.
Establishes strong partnerships and interactions with management, peers, functional technical leads, company SMEs, and other stakeholders. Gains the cooperation of others as needed.
Designs and develops eLearning courses, instructor-led training programs, video learning, and certification content.
Creates assessments and support measurement strategy.
Leads working teams, and work groups to enable the successful delivery of targeted outcomes.
Proactively monitors all phases of work and identifies issues quickly, develops and executes solutions.
Facilitates, delivers, and provides training and/or presentations as needed.

**** YOU'LL NEED:

BS/BA in related discipline preferred or equivalent years of experience.
Generally, 5+ years' experience developing / designing e-learning and blended training programs working with subject matter experts during analysis, design, and development to produce quality training materials within established time frames preferred.
Generally, 2+ years of experience with demonstrated success and increasing responsibility in learning and development including instructional design preferred.

**** YOU'LL BRING:

Strong project management skills and the use of multiple learning modalities will be necessary to manage and design engaging programs
Experience in program management, performance improvement, and leadership development preferred
Experience with a Learning Management System preferred
Experience incorporating multiple *** elements into learning programs including audio, video, animation, simulation, and self-developed graphics preferred
Exceptional consultative skills with high level of empathy towards the clients' business problems.
Knowledge of adult learning, instructional design and distance and hybrid learning theories and methodologies
Demonstrate a focused, organized, and systematic approach to accomplishing tasks and achieving goals
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with a project team, cross-functions and with outside vendors.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-moving environment and to meet project deadlines
Proficient use of, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office, and/or equivalent development tools required

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If you are a current *** employee, please do not apply on this site. Please access our internal career site at Worklife > My Info > View Open Positions at *** .

*** ' COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At *** , we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person's diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. *** leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at *** .com .

ABOUT *** :

The *** *** Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified *** company focused on creating a *** ter-informed world. As one of the nation's largest local TV broadcasters, *** serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of more than 60 stations in 40+ markets. *** reaches households across the U.S. with national news outlets *** News and Court TV and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Defy TV, Grit, ION Mystery and Laff. *** is the nation's largest holder of broadcast spectrum. *** is the longtime steward of the *** National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, *** ' long-time motto is: "Give light and the people will find their own way."

As an equal employment opportunity employer, The *** *** Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

2/28

Animator

San Francisco, CA Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

*** Animation is the creator of the Emmy award winning animation series Star Wars: The Clone Wars, as well as Star Wars Rebels, Star Wars Resistance and Star Wars: The Bad Batch is looking to hire an Animator to join our team.

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work onsite in our San Francisco office and occasionally from home.

The primary role of an Animator, is to support the Animation Director in the execution, and delivery of animated shot production. They need to have a thorough knowledge of the classical animation principles, and a strong grasp of an animation pipeline. The ideal candidate would be both an outstanding animator, and be able work with higher level direction. They should possess strong communication skills, a great work ethic, and be able to work well as part of a team

What You'll Do

Create high quality character animation utilizing the classic principles.
Need to be able to create believable characters and physicality of motion whether biped, quadruped, or any other type of creature.
Work closely with the Animation Director and colleagues to develop animation cycles and animate key emotional or technical performances
Work with the Animation Director and Supervising Director to help set the style, and look of the animation for key characters
Consistently meet deadlines without sacrificing animation quality.
Communicate as requested with external vendor to aid in development of any animation related tasks.
Present completed shots to Animation Director for notes and/or final approval and address any notes given to achieve final approval
Communicate with Animation Coordinator, and other production colleagues for due dates on all internal shot production.
Will be asked to help polish and take in progress animation shots from our clients to the next level of performance.
Test out new rigs to make sure that characters and vehicles are able to attain the high quality performances that we need.
Test new software and methods of working to make sure we keep up to date with the latest animation technology.
When requested, attend meetings with internal (ILM/ADG) and external studio development teams
Work with the Animation Supervisor to collect footage of past episodes (CW/Rebels) to aid in current episode with any animation related tasks.
Research, collect, and catalog reference imagery and videos as requested by Animation Supervisor that pertains to upcoming episodes and Animation Kickoffs
Attend after hours animation kick-off meetings with overseas vendors as requested
Attend animation dailies and assist production if needed to prepare the daily session

What We're Looking For

3+ years experience working as an animator on feature films, episodic television, or games.
Demonstrated professional character animation experience in the entertainment industry. Showing command of weight, timing, and posing through key frame animation.
Strong understanding of classic animation principles, as well as to create the full range of performances from the dramatic and powerful to the subtle.
Experience in animating creatures, vehicles, and machinery.
Proficient with lip-sync and facial animation.
Familiarity with rigging of characters. Knowledge of modeling is a plus.
Excellent communication, time-management, and organizational skills are a must.
Expert knowledge of various software applications. Maya is a necessity. Technical expertise is a plus.
Must be able to communicate to the animation crew and production team accurately and effectively.
You have a Bachelor's Degree in [Film, Art, Animation] or related or you have gained that experience by working in our industry.

The hiring range for this position in San Francisco is $86,800-$112,200 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 bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** :

*** is a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production. In addition to its motion-picture and television production, the company's activities include visual effects, audio post-production and cutting-edge digital animation, interactive entertainment software, and the management of the global merchandising activities for its entertainment properties including the legendary STAR **** and INDIANA JONES franchises. *** Ltd. is headquartered in northern California.

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 Ltd. LLC , which is part of a business we call *** .
*** Animation Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

2/24

Senior Manager, Residuals

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

We are currently seeking a highly motivated, proactive, and experienced Senior Manager to join the *** Global Residuals team. This position is a key member in our residuals department and will interact with various departments such as Labor, Production Finance, and Business Affairs to facilitate residual payments.

Responsibilities include:

Plan, forecast, and initiate monthly and quarterly payments
Review talent set ups and other work performed by analysts
Coordinate and communicate with outsourced residuals partner to ensure timely set ups as well as timely processing of triggers, revenues, and payments
Support audit requests for both external, guild, and internal audits
Work with our outsourcing partner and internal Financial Reporting Group to ensure accurate and timely journal entries are booked
Review monthly and quarterly residual payments with Senior Director or delegate and ensure questions are addressed as needed
Work with guilds to resolve various claims that arise, escalating to Senior Director as needed
Participate in and/or lead all aspects of testing and implementation of various system enhancements and as part of larger ERP and Residuals system projects

Basic Qualifications

6+ years of related industry experience required.

Additional Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred, a focus in Accounting, Finance, or related area a plus
A strong understanding of Residuals
Ability to interpret and apply talent contracts and/or collective bargaining agreements
Self-starter, proactive, and analytical
Possess critical thinking skills to troubleshoot issues
Strong oral and written communication skills
Able to multitask and ability to manage time effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong Excel knowledge to create and maintain various analytical spreadsheets
Good interpersonal and managerial skills for leading a team and interacting with other internal and external guilds
Excellent project management and record tracking skills
Strong technical and analytical skills

Founded in 1912, *** Pictures works with talented filmmakers to produce and distribute entertainment around the world. The film studio's iconic logo has opened some of the most successful and beloved films in cinematic history, including timeless classics such as The Godfather, Chinatown, Forrest Gump and Titanic; and blockbuster franchises such as Star Trek, Transformers, Mission: Impossible and Sonic the Hedgehog. Recent, innovative, break-out films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Arrival, Rocketman, and A Quiet Place have added to *** 's film legacy. With a beautiful 65-acre lot in the heart of Hollywood, a worldwide network of offices and a culture of engagement, *** Pictures' passionate employees ensure the studio continues to deliver creativity and innovation to a dynamic industry. *** Pictures controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including *** Pictures, *** Animation, and *** Players. PPC operations also include *** Home Entertainment, *** Pictures International, *** Licensing Inc., and *** Studio Group. *** Pictures is a subsidiary of *** , which connects with billions of people worldwide through its global brands including *** , *** , *** Network, *** , *** , *** and streaming ser *** *** +.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $96,300.00 - 130,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable, as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position is bonus eligible.

***

*** is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At *** , the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. *** is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access. *** as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [Please reply using Staff Me Up]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Nearest Major Market: Los Angeles

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2/9

Art Director

Burbank, CA Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).

The CW is both a top broadcast TV network in the U.S. and a fast-growing, ad-supported streaming service. With a network that reaches 100% of U.S. television households and a streaming footprint on all major platforms, The CW reaches audiences at scale on both linear and digital television. The CW streaming ser *** is available for free to consumers and is home to the latest episodes and seasons of The CW's primetime programming, live streaming of CW Sports content, and a library of entertaining film and television content for on-demand viewing. The CW is 75%-owned by Nexstar *** Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), a leading diversified *** company and 25%-owned by *** and *** .

The Job:

The CW Television Network is seeking a hands-on Art Director (Sports & Entertainment Motion Design), to join the Brand Creative team. This role will be responsible for the execution of creative from concept boards to final animation. An ideal candidate will have proven experience managing multiple projects and the ability to work collaboratively and independently while producing best in class creative in a fast-paced television network or streaming environment.

The Daily:

• Report directly to the Creative Director of Motion Design

• A solid grasp of motion design principles and execution

• Provide design and animation expertise in the production of Linear, Social, Branded, Integrated, Sizzle & Sports Graphics

• Foster a collaborative and creative team environment, working with team members to push boundaries and achieve creative excellence

• Ensure the concepting, execution and delivery of high-quality, high-performing, on-brand, and visually compelling motion graphics, ensuring they align with brand guidelines and creative briefs

• Interface & collaborate with stakeholders across all departments including Design, Marketing, Producers, Editors, Copywriters and Facility to asses graphic needs and execution

• Maintain the consistency of brand identity across all platforms and channels

The Essentials:

• MUST BE A HANDS-ON MOTION GRAPHICS ANIMATOR AND DESIGNER **** A PORTFOLIO/REEL THAT REFLECTS THIS.

• A strong understanding of brand design as it relates to motion graphics, streaming and social ***

• Phenomenal ability to work with type (typesetting, leading & kerning), color theory, layout, and logo design

• 7+ years of experience in motion graphics DESIGN and animation preferably at a streaming, broadcast or cable network, or creative agency

• 7+ years experience collaborating with a Motion Graphics team at all levels

• Extremely proficient with motion graphic and creative tools including: Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects and Premiere), Cinema 4D/Redshift a huge plus

• Proficient with management software like Microsoft Office, Wrike and Frame.i.o.

• Highly skilled at pitching to various internal and external stakeholders

• Ability to develop best in class design concepts and execute creative materials

• Stay on top of industry trends and emerging technologies in motion design

• A talent for wearing multiple brand hats and switching easily *** ween properties

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Deadline-driven and ability to work in a competitive environment

The Compensation:

$120 - $135/yr commensurate with experience and skill levels.

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1/30

Art Director

Lantau Island, Hong Kong Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Being part of a multi-faceted and phenomenal team, you will be playing a vital role to lead and direct efforts for story development, to conceive, develop and define all creative aspects of the *** Imagineering Hong Kong team on assigned projects and venue at Hong Kong *** land. You will also be closely liaising, aligning and partnering with various lines of business across Hong Kong *** land Resort to ensure the balance of maintaining *** 's high standard of show quality/story telling consistencies along with the needs of the business.

Responsibilities:

Provides day-to-day creative direction to design disciplines - show design, color design, graphics, lighting, interior design, show writing, character finishing, character concrete, props, animation, audio and a/v, special effects, water effects, visual effects, architectural, horticulture, landscape and engineering for smaller park venues.
Ensures creative intent is achieved by successfully integrating design with other disciplines and components of facility exterior, interior and area development.
Leads and mentors design team to ensure show quality of assigned projects. Can give creative direction as empowered by site leader.
Ensures that venue management, line of business and Facility Ser *** understand the processes of *** Imagineering and Show Quality Standards i.e., Design Services Project Management, Show Awareness Training.
Leads show quality standards meetings, walk-throughs with area managers and reviews ongoing projects and show quality concerns with various partners.
Drives show items for resort facility long term planning and set priorities.
Partners with project management organizations to insure schedules, deliverables and fiscal accountability.
Collaborates with venue design services manager/design administrator/show producer to ensure creative deliverables, scope, schedule, budget and adherence to *** standards of practice are accomplished.
Supports site leader in show awareness and training programs. Co-presents all venue show awareness and training programs.
Develops and leads a strong venue design team by supporting, coaching, and mentoring to insure the continued delivery of a quality product.
Communicates and i *** uences standards and best practices to design team and worldwide to fellow art director colleagues.
Provides creative updates to Hong Kong and US based teams as directed by site leader.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited design program or equivalent.
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in themed entertainment (or equivalent) design field. *** experience preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience managing/leading a team of creative professionals. Extensive prior knowledge as a project leader, with international experience.
Strong computer and hand sketching skills. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, In Design, Sketch-up and MS Office Suite - Word, Excel and PowerPoint would consider as added advantages.
Strong strategic and analytical skills. Exceptional presentation and organization skills. Ability to present and sell ideas/concepts to a wide variety of audiences.
Ability to work in all phases of a project's development, including large and complex projects.
Proficiency in writing, reading and speaking English.
Strong written and presentation skills
Self-directed, highly-creative and solutions-oriented thinker
Ability to thrive in lean, dynamic, fast-paced, multi-cultural work environment

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1/26

Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Production Latin America & Us Hispanic

Bogota, Colombia Details

Full Time

Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).

SVP & Managing Director, Production Latin America & US Hispanic

*** Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. SPE's Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, *** Animation, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, and *** Classics. *** Television (SPT) operates three complementary lines of business: 1) Distribution of SPE's feature films and television programming to television outlets around the world, 2) Local television production in key international markets, 3) International television networks and digital networks.

For additional information, visit *** .

General Summary:

As part of *** Television International Production's worldwide network of television production companies, SPT Production Latin America & US Hispanic develops, produces and coproduces scripted and non-scripted, Spanish language programming for cable, broadcast, and SVOD clients in the US Hispanic and Latin American markets. With 3 offices serving the region (Miami, Bogota, Mexico City), SPT Latin America offers a variety of flexible content and business models to its clients.

SPT is looking for an SVP & MD, Production Latin America/USH. This role will report directly to the EVP, Distribution and Networks for *** Television, Latin America.

Responsibilities:

Has overall responsibility to develop, execute and grow the SPT Latin America and USH Television Production business.
Responsible for leading and directly managing SPT Latin America Production's offices, around 25+ staff who develop, produce and coproduce Spanish language programming for the Latin America/USH market.Oversees all series development projects, deal development, sales, content and technical operations.
Primary point of contact for *** corporate resources for SPT Latin America Production - Finance, Business Affairs, Legal, Security, IT, Research, Marketing.
Works collaboratively with the SPT Distribution team to maximize exploitation of library and new programming.
Provides Latin American and US Hispanic regional market expertise and advises management on relevance and appropriateness of programming needs and other content issues given regional factors such as consumer preferences, legal framework, and competitive landscape.
Maintains relationships with key regional talent, networks, and production partners.
Has direct P&L responsibility, including creating and managing approved annual budget and 3-year plan.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Extensive scripted production experience.
Seasoned business manager with leadership and financial skills to create and execute strategic vision
Sufficient business, creative, financial, and technical background in TV production to understand broadcaster requirements. Understands deal negotiations, managing creative talent and how to enhance production value.
Strong business skills to manage P&L (business plans and budgets).
Strong bilingual, written and oral communication skills, in Spanish and English.
Understanding and appreciation for Latin American culture and television programming.
Demonstrated ability to work across Distribution, Finance, Marketing, Research and Public Relations departments.
Strong relationships with the Free TV, Pan-Regional Cable Networks, and SVOD players across Latin America and the US Hispanic market.
Proven ability to sell original programming concepts to programming services.

Experience:

Minimum of 10 years of TV production experience, minimum of 8 years of experience managing large teams in different offices.
Experience working with multinational company.
Frequent travel is required (Miami, Latin America region, LA, London, etc.)

Education:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.

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* *** Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

* *** Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

COL - Bogota - Calle 79A

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1/25

Manager, Domestic Distribution Finance

Culver City, CA Details

Full Time

Manager, Domestic Distribution Finance

*** Entertainment (SPE) is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation. SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services, and technologies.

*** Television operates dozens of wholly-owned or joint-venture production companies around the world. SPE's Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, 3000 Pictures, *** Animation, Stage 6 Films, *** International Productions, and *** Classics.

*** Television (SPT) is one of the television industry's leading content providers, producing, distributing, and carrying programming worldwide in every genre and for every platform. In addition to managing one of the industry's largest libraries of award-winning feature films, television shows and formats, SPT is home to a thriving global content business, operating a robust portfolio of wholly-owned and joint-venture production companies across the U.S., Europe, Latin America, and Asia Pacific, as well as linear and digital channels around the world. SPT is a *** Entertainment Company.

Manager, Domestic Distribution Finance

Reporting into Executive Director of Finance, the Manager, Domestic Distribution Finance is accountable for all aspects of FP&A responsibilities to support the team managing all planning processes of the US Distribution business. The individual will collaborate with commercial partners to understand business performance and direction and effectively articulate commercial drivers and context to management and finance stakeholders throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of process improvement, comfort working with multiple financial and planning systems, excellent analytical, collaboration, presentation, and communication skills.

The followings are the core responsibilities related to businesses with over $1 billion in revenue but are not limited to:

Support the finance team that is responsible for P&L, cash flow, and balance sheet planning processes related to US Distribution sales of SPE Content. This includes coordination, review, and analysis of actual, planning (mid-range plan, quarterly forecast, and budget), investment / commitment approvals, ad hoc and KPI management reporting, utilizing a critical-thinking lens as well as managing the variance explanations with a root-cause analysis
In the near term, partner with FP&A colleagues across the company (distribution, production, corporate) to significantly reduce the duration of our quarterly forecast cycles, creating opportunities for increased collaboration with commercial partners and value-add analyses.
Support monthly close of US TVD P&L and cash flow, providing SPE management with financial results review shortly after monthly, quarterly and year end close, including an analysis of budget/forecast to actual results, trend analysis or other important commercial context & insights
Work in partnership with Sales Planning and Content Strategy, review title ultimates quarterly and provide recommendations to management
Work closely with sales and sales planning teams to understand market environment and deal expectations to effectively communicate commercial drivers to finance management and stakeholders outside of distribution
Assist with financial analyses in support of significant new deals, including impact to production divisions
Collaborate with operation to understand and help defining financial targets and goals, further supporting the management in executing financial goals
Develop and implement processes to leverage existing global tools and streamline workflows, transforming legacy manual processes into integrated digital/automated processes & partnering with global finance distribution colleagues to share best practices.
Evaluate long-term company financial metric model, sensitivity analysis & scenario cases for strategic planning
Assess and evaluate financial performance with regard to operational strategic goals, identification of opportunities and mitigate risks and collaborate with management to set KPIs
Perform and manage insightful analyses, reports, and presentations on relevant operating and financial metrics in an easy-to-understand format to executives to i *** uence decision-making
Collaborate, build, and maintain strong relationships with various groups internal / external groups
Efficiently work with cross-functional teams to identify financial value drivers & maintain the highest level of data quality
Complete special projects for operations and finance as necessary.

REQUIREMENTS & PREFERENCES

5+ years Corporate FP&A in *** entertainment and / or management consulting / banking experience
Prior experience in sales distribution finance and/or digital space is preferred
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or other relevant field that demonstrated quantitative orientation
Expert in financial modeling and analysis, including annual budgeting and long-term strategic planning as Corporate FP&A

High proficiency in MS Excel and PowerPoint with data analytics & ability to translate information / data into insight-driven story telling management report / presentation

Ability to analyze and work with high volume of data from multiple sources
SAP/BPC and/or Essbase/PBCS knowledge preferred. Power BI or Tableau experience a plus

CORE S****S / KEY COMPETENCIES

Experience in transforming legacy manual processes into integrated digital/automated processes, as well as identifying and organizing data to achieve a *** ter outcome for analyses
Able to quickly grasp new concepts, problem solve and communicate with finance and non-finance partners through tactical execution
Ability to operate effectively in a deadline driven environment, managing competing priorities and independently managing projects through completion

Proactive, self-starter and independent thinker, with strong ability to collaborate across team environment
Team player, upbeat, and focused, with a strong passion to learn and succeed
Excellent oral and written communication skills with multiple levels of the organization
Thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment, possess a high level of intellectual curiosity, focus on generating results and exhibit the highest personal and professional standards of integrity and ethics
Self-motivated, a "get it done" attitude and approach & strong sense of urgency when needed and efficiency in time-management
A strong comfort level with analyzing large datasets and drawing meaningful conclusions/results that add value to the business
Think outside the box & challenge status quo when required by highlighting new trends, improving existing processes or are open to sourcing those ideas from others

Ability to work with all departments of company - multi-cultural workforce
Critical thinking & demonstrated experience in problem solving, making decisions i *** uenced by data and business insights utilizing financial modeling
Great judgement and decisiveness when dealing with deadline-driven, finance-related issues and concerns
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Excellent organization skills, acute attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced and time sensitive environment
Strong follow-through on all projects; ability to bring projects to timely completion with proven track record of meeting deadlines, and taking initiative to make confident and well-informed decisions
Solid accounting / GAAP knowledge - ASC 606 and IFRS a plus

The anticipated base salary for this position is $88,600-$117,400. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

* *** Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

* *** - CA - Culver City Area & ***

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1/24

Senior Vice President & Managing Director, Production Latin America & Us Hispanic

Mexico City, Mexico Details

Full Time

Has overall responsibility to develop, execute and grow the SPT Latin America and USH Television Production business.
Responsible for leading and directly managing SPT Latin America Production's offices, around 25+ staff who develop, produce and coproduce Spanish language programming for the Latin America/USH market.Oversees all series development projects, deal development, sales, content and technical operations.
Primary point of contact for *** corporate resources for SPT Latin America Production - Finance, Business Affairs, Legal, Security, IT, Research, Marketing.
Works collaboratively with the SPT Distribution team to maximize exploitation of library and new programming.
Provides Latin American and US Hispanic regional market expertise and advises management on relevance and appropriateness of programming needs and other content issues given regional factors such as consumer preferences, legal framework, and competitive landscape.
Maintains relationships with key regional talent, networks, and production partners.
Has direct P&L responsibility, including creating and managing approved annual budget and 3-year plan.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Extensive scripted production experience.
Seasoned business manager with leadership and financial skills to create and execute strategic vision
Sufficient business, creative, financial, and technical background in TV production to understand broadcaster requirements. Understands deal negotiations, managing creative talent and how to enhance production value.
Strong business skills to manage P&L (business plans and budgets).
Strong bilingual, written and oral communication skills, in Spanish and English.
Understanding and appreciation for Latin American culture and television programming.
Demonstrated ability to work across Distribution, Finance, Marketing, Research and Public Relations departments.
Strong relationships with the Free TV, Pan-Regional Cable Networks, and SVOD players across Latin America and the US Hispanic market.
Proven ability to sell original programming concepts to programming services.

Experience:

Minimum of 10 years of TV production experience, minimum of 8 years of experience managing large teams in different offices.
Experience working with multinational company.
Frequent travel is required (Miami, Latin America region, LA, London, etc.)

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1/20

Manager, Content Programming

Glendale, CA Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

*** 's Direct to Consumer (DTC) team oversees the *** and *** + streaming businesses within *** Entertainment helping to bring *** 's best-in-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere. The *** + Programming and Content Curation team is responsible for leading content planning, scheduling, on-ser *** merchandising, slate management, and programming insights that contribute to a cohesive strategic content approach for the service.

The *** + Content Programming and Subscriber organization is responsible for leading content planning, scheduling, on-ser *** merchandising, and slate management across our iconic brands, including *** Animation *** , *** Pictures, Marvel *** , *** , *** , *** Branded Television, National Geographic, 20th Century *** , and Searchlight Pictures.

What You Will Do

The *** + Content Programming team ensures that the *** + and Star+ global frameworks drive audience engagement and content discovery with local relevance. Reporting to the Director, Content Programming, the Manager, Content Programming will prioritize capabilities to enhance subscriber engagement and optimization, including:

Develop and lead optimized merchandising tool capabilities with the Programming Optimization, Personalization, and Product teams
Measure subscriber performance and optimize journeys for engagement in partnership with Data, Lifecycle and Product Marketing teams
Manage the development of *** + global content programming, promotion, retention, and engagement strategy
Operationalize and curate regional, territorial, and global editorial merchandising and promotion strategies
Build, check, and publish programming within the CMS and other toolsets
Identify audience programming gaps and audience segment opportunities
Partner with operational teams to ensure content and asset availability supports merchandising strategies
Partner with product on testing new features in CMS to improve guest experience
Partner with Programming Optimization on testing needs, and testing implementation as needed
Partner with Programming Data & Insights teams to take action on findings
Leverage service, market, and behavior data, as well as audience research to drive effective programming strategies

Required Qualifications & Skills

7+ years of experience in digital *** , programming strategy, or operations
1+ years of leadership experience managing direct reports
Capable of successfully managing multiple high-priority projects in varied stages, with precision and thorough attention to detail
Outstanding organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail, strong prioritization abilities, and effective time management skills
Expertise in building audience engagement and a deep understanding of TWDC's content library, brands, franchises, and characters.
Experience with the Google Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite
Strong understanding of digital *** platforms, including hands-on management of web, app, streaming, and connected devices
Skilled in navigating a complex organizational structure and capable of working independently
Proven track record of excelling in fast paced work environments
Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with senior management, staff, and external research professionals.
Strategic, creative, and proficient in advanced data analysis and interpretation

Preferred Qualifications

Streaming experience a plus
Airtable, Tableau, and Looker proficiency a plus
International experience a plus
Multilingual proficiency a plus

Required Education

Bachelor's degree required

The hiring range for this position in CA is $102,000.00 to $136,700.00 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 bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Direct to Consumer:

*** 's Direct to Consumer team oversees the *** and *** + streaming businesses within *** Entertainment helping to bring *** 's best-in-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere.

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 *** DTC LLC , which is part of a business we call *** Direct to Consumer .
*** DTC LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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1/18

Director

Washington, DC Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The National Geographic brand has a wide range of consumer touchpoints-from our signature editorial magazines and website to our highly scaled social *** presence to our television programming on linear and streaming to documentary films, books, outdoor apparel and other products, travel experiences, and the original scientific research and storytelling of our partners at the National Geographic Society. Integrated Storytelling is a cross-functional field aimed at improving the impact of our work across these touchpoints.

What You Will Do:

The Editorial Director of Integrated Storytelling sits within the Editorial team, reporting to the Editor in Chief, and leads the development and execution of creative editorial concepts for our print, digital, and social platforms that bring to life our Integrated Storytelling priorities. This role works closely with counterparts across the National Geographic brand, particularly in TV/film and social *** , and works in a matrixed fashion to ensure alignment across all groups and the strategic application of resources to drive the highest quality editorial work. This role provides an opportunity for a strategic and creative problem solver to have meaningful impact across National Geographic's entire content universe! He/She/They Will:

Lead the development of creative editorial concepts for print, digital, and social platforms in support of brand integrated storytelling priority projects, securing buy-in from stakeholders and partnering with integrated planning team on the development of timelines, budgets, etc.
Partner with editorial leads to assemble project teams to implement concepts and determine timing and budgets, and manage project teams to drive projects to completion
Serve as key editorial point of contact for all integrated storytelling priorities, sharing information, collaborating on requests, managing changes in timing and prioritization
Liaise with counterparts in TV/film development to stay abreast of pipeline and provide input on editorial opportunities and interest in projects, and to share editorial initiatives with the potential to develop within TV/film and/or other areas
Liaise with counterparts across all National Geographic brand touchpoints, including books, consumer products, and the National Geographic Society to collaborate on projects, solicit and incorporate feedback, and develop new ideas
Serve as hands-on editorial lead on key integrated storytelling projects, managing creative work from inception to completion in partnership with visual, creative, digital, and social teams
Build network of contributors suited to integrated storytelling projects across *** types, including writers, photographers, producers, videogaphers, on-camera talent

Required Qualifications & Skills:

8+ years of professional editorial experience in consumer *** brands, ideally in progressively senior roles and managing and mentoring other creatives, either directly or indirectly
Experience working across both print and digital platforms, and in developing content for social ***
Deep foundational knowledge of developing, creating, and implementing editorial concepts of at least one *** type (e.g., text, photography, video) is essential-ideal candidates will have strong working knowledge of content creation across multiple *** types
Outstanding editorial judgement and a highly creative approach to developing multi *** content programs across multiple platforms
Proven track record of developing and implementing impactful and/or award-winning editorial content
Fluency with developing presentations (e.g., Keynote, PowerPoint) that bring creative concepts to life and exceptional presentation skills
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills and ability to prioritize in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to i *** uence and drive results working with a wide variety of individuals across subject areas within a matrixed environment
Excellent oral and written communication skills
•Solid knowledge of the *** landscape and business across content types and platforms

National Geographic Content is devoted to illuminating the wonder of our world and inspiring people to protect it through our storytelling across platforms, including television and film in linear and streaming, print and digital experiences, and social *** , where we have more followers than any other brand in the world. The National Geographic Editorial team is responsible for engaging both new and existing audiences through the creation and distribution of best-in-class content for our magazines (National Geographic, National Geographic Kids and Little Kids, National Geographic History, and single-topic newsstand specials), digital platforms (NationalGeographic.com and our app), and social accounts. We work across all *** types, including photography, video, text, graphics and data visualization, cartography, and interactive digital experiences. Our primary aim is to use our storytelling to drive growth in followers, engaged newsletter audiences, subscribers, and loyal users who stay with us because they love how we inspire, entertain, and inform them.

About *** Entertainment Television:

*** Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at *** creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms *** +, *** and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of *** Entertainment, *** , *** Owned Television Stations, *** Branded Television, Freeform, FX, *** Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to *** Television *** , which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, *** Signature and *** Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, *** Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, *** Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

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 National Geographic Partners PAY SVC , which is part of a business we call *** Entertainment Television .
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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1/13

Senior Digital Editor -national Geographic

Washington, DC Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

We are looking for a Senior Digital Editor! This role assigns and edits stories for National Geographic's digital audiences while taking a lead contributing role in developing story pitches, refining story framing, and offering subject matter expertise .

Responsibilities:

Develops story pitches that have a proven success rate for driving subscriptions based on reader insights and data. Pitches should originate from the senior digital editor or the roster of freelancers the digital editor has established, and they should always align with the content strategy set by the Director of Digital Content.
Assigns stories to freelancers by communicating appropriate story framing, story length, and deadlines. Work with photo editors, graphics editors and video editors, as appropriate, to communicate story details and overall expectations. Building their freelancer base, seeking writers who have expertise in topic areas core to National Geographic, who can write in an engaging way for digital audiences, and who can deliver clean copy on deadline.
Edits digital content upon delivery from the assigned freelancer, upholding Nat Geo's editorial standards and agreed upon framing and promotional expectations. Editing should adhere to best digital practices and expectations set by the Director of Digital Content.
Works alongside the Digital Executive Editor to identify digital content for cross-platform consideration. Will be part of the digital-to-print workflow and collaborate with editorial colleagues to re-edit content for multiplatform experiences. Be their available to other editorial editors when ideating and assembling project pitches and plans when their expertise lends itself to elevating the execution.
Represents National Geographic for internal speaking engagements as well as external *** promotional opportunities. Talent contributions may be tied to content amplification across Nat Geo's social *** platforms.
Monitors industry and competitive landscape, keeping digital trends top of mind. Synthesizes digital readership data on a regular basis while experimenting with publishing tactics to reach new audiences. Prioritizes National Geographic's key performance indicators, which may require adjusting strategies.

Required Qualifications:

3 plus years of related experience within a digital outlet
Professional writing and editing skills, strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills; highly organized; ability to manage resources and daily priorities
Team player with diplomatic temperament and ability to foster a cooperative work environment
Ability to manage multiple projects and consistently deliver quality work in a fast-paced environment; deep familiarity with and appreciation for digital publishing
Proficiency in Microsoft's product suite, Adobe Analytics, and HTML preferred

Required Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred Education:

Bachelor's Degree

About *** Entertainment Television:

*** Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at *** creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms *** +, *** and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of *** Entertainment, *** , *** Owned Television Stations, *** Branded Television, Freeform, FX, *** Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to *** Television *** , which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, *** Signature and *** Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, *** Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, *** Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

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 National Geographic Partners PAY SVC , which is part of a business we call *** Entertainment Television .
National Geographic Partners PAY SVC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

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1/12

Senior Concept Artist, Games Studio (blue)

Los Angeles, CA Details

Full Time

We're looking for a creative and highly-skilled Senior Concept Artist to help us forge the creative vision on a brand-new AAA PC game. This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of crafting and bringing to life worlds for one of *** 's first generation of internally developed original games.

As Senior Concept Artist, you will have a meaningful role to play in shaping and directing the world that we are creating. The ideal candidate is a well organized leader with a strong, hands-on background with a devotion for sharing and mentoring. You'll be responsible for generating a variety of industry leading AAA character and environment concepts, as well as help with game design elements for the project. You'll work with the development teams to create environments along with unique and compelling characters that exude personality and help push the visual style.

We're building the foundation for a small, but ambitious, team of creators who's primary goal is to create a game experience that our players want to repeatedly come back to; and as our Senior Concept Artist, you will be able to create, ship, and help run a game without any competing design constraints due to monetization

Quality is something that we are immensely proud to be aiming for, and we are looking at putting the right team together to help take us forward. We're looking for that group of leaders who are aligned with our core values, and care deeply about the experiences they create as well as the people they make them with. Those who bias towards action and are energized by the learning that comes with bold experimentation at an agile pace. As a part of *** , we strive to hire the best and value integrity, excellence, respect, inclusion, and collaboration.

Now is an amazing time to join *** as we seek to entertain the world. We have over 200 million paid members in over 190 countries, and we won't stop there

Responsibilities Include

Be the artistic leader and take ownership for delivering high quality, distinction, and style for our environments
Work closely with the Art Director and Lead Concept Artist to help drive the art style and evolve the vision of the project
Collaborate with the art team to implement and maintain the creative vision for the game
Develop the world that is worthy of a *** film/TV series
Design characters, props, production callouts, system interacts, high vision concept art, color scripts, marketing material and other visual guides and tasks as needed to assist the development team
Develop and maintain strong creative and collaborative partnerships across subject areas to help further develop the game
Proactively contribute to drive the department and studio to the forefront of pioneering Games development

The Ideal Candidate

Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience with 3+ years of it being in a senior artist role.
Experienced in working with external outsource vendors (OS)Has an excellent understanding of art pipelines, dependencies, and overall scope of the project
Strong communication skills and understanding of various art disciplines (animation, character, environment, VFX
Experience designing detailed, modern and forward looking characters
The ability to storyboard and help conceptualize character movement and VFX
You can arbitrate sensitively *** ween creative desires and production requirements
Excellent foundations skills, including composition, design, and color theory and advanced knowledge of human and animal anatomy.
Ability to design for a range of art directions, from photo realistic to stylized.
Strong ideation, brainstorming and documentation skills
Ability to find creative solutions for technically challenging tasks.

Additional and Bonus Skills

Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Experience with Zbrush and Maya
Experience with Epic's Unreal Engine
VFX concept experience
Passion for gaming
A passion and understanding of world building
Strong portfolio that demonstrates a range of 2D and 3D concepts

Our compensation structure consists solely of an annual salary; we do not have bonuses. You choose each year how much of your compensation you want in salary versus stock options. To determine your personal top of market compensation, we rely on market indicators and consider your specific job family, background, skills, and experience to determine your compensation in the market range. The range for this role is $100,000-$300,000.

*** provides comprehensive benefits including Health Plans, Mental Health support, a 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match, Stock Option Program, Disability Programs, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, Family-forming benefits, and Life and Serious Injury Benefits. We also offer paid leave of absence programs. Full-time hourly employees accrue 35 days annually for paid time off to be used for vacation, holidays, and sick paid time off. Full-time salaried employees are im *** tely entitled to flexible time off. See more detail about our Benefits here.

*** is a unique culture and environment. Learn more here.

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12/24

Production Manager

Culver City, CA Details

Full Time

Post Production Manager, Series

The Post Production Manager for Series is responsible for the implementation of Sony Picture Animation's Editorial and Post Production agenda across all series projects. This position requires strong managerial skills and a detailed understanding of Post Production in television/streaming animation.

*** Animation is a pre-production animation studio based in Culver City, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. We pride ourselves on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process, and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

Directly oversee and manage all Post Production Management personnel for series, including Post Production Supervisors and Post Production Coordinators
Work with VP and Director of Post to manage SPA series job postings for Editorial and Post, source and review candidates, and facilitate interviews as recommended
Employ Creative Editors & Editorial teams across all shows
Actively collaborate with Post Executives to design and implement departmental standards, guidelines, methodologies, work flows, and best practices for current and upcoming series
Work hands-on with productions during animatic production, assisting the production teams in achieving their schedule and deliverables
Develop schedules and budget needs for a constantly evolving environment
Stay informed of Production, VFX, and Post Production best practices across departments on current productions
Liaise with Line Producer on any changes that are relevant to the budget
Develop and maintain business relationships with ADR, sound, DI, QC, mastering, and archiving vendors as needed
Manage, recommend, and drive securing relevant bids for series Post work, including maintaining an evolving Post vendor database
Act as a liaison *** ween SPA and our distributors ( *** , *** , Max, etc.) to cover topics like distribution, international post, mastering, home entertainment, archiving, etc.
Be the Post Production point person who can drive series post and archiving deliverables to conclusion, even after production staff has rolled off
Balance the staffing needs of current and emerging shows
Assist Development and Marketing departments when they are in need of Editors for one-off projects related to the series in development or production
Partner with Production and Post executives to implement procedures for emerging ***
Keep VP and Director of Post informed of pertinent updates for each series as they evolve

Skills/Qualifications:

Minimum of 8 years Production Management experience in a television or streaming animation environment
Must be able to multitask and work effectively under changing priorities and daily time constraints
Excellent verbal and written skills
Should have a working knowledge of NLE systems, like Avid Systems, Adobe Premiere, Davinci Resolve, and other Adobe applications
Must have both broad and specific knowledge of the many tools and software used in Production and Post
Should be able to work within Google apps, Microsoft Office apps, and budgeting software

The anticipated base salary for this position is $90,000 to $115,000. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

* *** Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

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12/19

Director

New York, NY Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

About *** AdSales:
*** AdSales (DAS) is responsible for advertising sales and integrated marketing for *** 's entertainment and sports offerings through linear, digital, social, audio and ad-supported streaming businesses. This includes *** , *** , *** Channels Worldwide, *** Digital, *** Networks, *** +, Freeform, FX, National Geographic, *** , and its eight *** -owned local stations.

*** AdSales has made significant investments in innovation - unveiling strategies and solutions around data-driven precision, premium ad experiences and frictionless transactions for marketers.

About *** AdSales Corporate Communications Team:
The Corporate Communications & Strategy team oversees communications strategy, operations and business development for the AdSales division. It is responsible for charting holistic, multi-platform communications tactics supported by operational research and insights and marketplace strategy capabilities. The group works hand-in-hand with sales, content and digital leaders - along with the respective communications and business teams across the entire *** portfolio - to drive growth and lead generation across all screens.

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Director, Corporate Communications with deep knowledge and expertise in AdTech and Streaming TV, including experience in addressable advertising and marketing solutions. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a strong understanding of corporate communications and experience and acumen working with senior executives and cross-functional teams.

This role will be responsible for positioning *** AdSales as a leader in the marketplace and elevating its innovative capabilities and solutions through *** relations, thought leadership initiatives, award submissions, internal communications and more. Through strategic and effective storytelling and partnerships with key clients and internal stakeholders, this candidate will help drive business results - developing and leading a holistic communications strategy for *** Ad Sales' growing streaming ad platform as well as their first party data, measurement, programmatic, performance marketing and self-ser *** capabilities.

Responsibilities:

Able to simplify, synthetize and communicate complex strategies, insights, initiatives and programs to the marketplace
Able to follow marketplace trends in the adtech space to develop proactive story ideas as it relates to DAS
Able to lead brainstorming sessions as the need and situations demand
Able to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines
Able to communicate effectively with a range of executives and cross-divisional department teams
Able to perform at a high level, even when faced with unexpected change; creative problem solver in dealing with ambiguity or difficult challenges
Willing to take risks to ensure creative thinking and the best possible outcomes
Able to work with data and create solutions
Able to travel based on business needs

Basic Qualifications:

11+ years' experience in the Streaming TV and digital *** space with a deep understanding of automated and addressable-led marketing solutions
Corporate communications, PR, journalism or equivalent experience, including experience leading teams
Creativity, diplomacy, and ability to juggle heavy volume of diverse projects, including both strategic and tactical assignments
Strong verbal and writing skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively and rapidly deliver information in a complex, multi-business global company

Oversee development and distribution of press materials, key messages, Q&A documents
Build and maintain relationships with journalists, online i *** uencers and key internal stakeholders
Respond to *** inquiries and act as company spokesperson as required
Communicate regular *** and issues updates to senior management
High School Diploma, its equivalent or comparable professional experience
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, or related field

Location: New York, New York
Job Posting Company: ***

The hiring range for this position in New York City is $152,000.00-$209,200.00. 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 bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

About *** Entertainment Television:

*** Entertainment Television is a collection of renowned content brands at *** creating original entertainment and news programming for the company's streaming platforms *** +, *** and Star, and its broadcast and cable networks. Its extensive portfolio is comprised of *** Entertainment, *** , *** Owned Television Stations, *** Branded Television, Freeform, FX, *** Originals, National Geographic Content and Onyx Collective, in addition to *** Television *** , which include 20th Television, 20th Television Animation, *** Signature and *** Television Alternative. Responsible for over 4,500 hours of programming a year across more than 300 programs of all genres, *** Entertainment Television's creative brands are at the forefront of groundbreaking storytelling, captivating audiences and generating critical acclaim. In 2023, *** Entertainment Television's programming excellence earned 163 Emmy® nominations across daytime, primetime, news & documentary, and children's & family categories.

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 *** , Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** Entertainment Television .
*** , Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

12/9

Senior Hard Surface Modeler

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The Senior Hard Surface Modeler places an emphasis on proportion, form, detail, and functionality, the hard surface modeler creates three dimensional objects to be painted, animated and used in a production. Examples include vehicles and props.

What You'll Do

Creates three-dimensional hard surface models like mechanical objects, environments, and props for the Animator, Painter, and Technical Director. Employs specific software tools to build the geometric structure of the object and ensures that the model will satisfy the requirements of the production.
In building an object, the modeler must incorporate technical expertise, artistic ability, an understanding of mechanisms, and a basic understanding of animation
Works with production team (Modelers, Technical Directors, Painters and Animators) to determine the "look" for an object
Builds the geometry of computer graphic models, with an understanding of how the geometry will be used in the production process
Performs other tasks related to the creation of computer-generated animation

What We're Looking For

At least five years of relevant VFX/professional experience and at least a college level diploma or higher in Computer Graphics, Fine Arts, Architectural, or Industrial Design or at least seven years of relevant VFX/professional experience in lieu of education.
A strong sense of surface development, proportion, and mechanical functionality. Traditional model building a plus.
At least 5 years' polygon/sub modeling experience
Knowledge of Linux is a necessity to navigate through ILM's production pipeline
Proven experience creating inorganic objects in a feature film or production environment
Requires familiarity with film and video post-production techniques and with computer graphic techniques
Knowledge of 3D programs such as Maya, Modo, Mudbox, or Zbrush.
Texture painting and UV layout experience desirable
Sketching, drawing, painting and design skills desirable
Experimentation with animation or advanced rendering a plus

JoinILM

The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$108,400 to C$138,800 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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 *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

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 ILM (Vancouver) Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** .

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12/9

Senior Creature Modeler

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

With an emphasis on anatomy and form, the Senior Creature Modeler will create three dimensional CG characters, creatures and costumes for production.

What You'll Do

Create high end three-dimensional creatures, characters and costumes for production. Use specific software tools to build the geometric structure of the object and ensure that the model will satisfy the requirements of the production
In building creatures, you will incorporate technical expertise, artistic ability, and a good understanding of animation
Work with the production team (Modeling Lead/Supervisor, VFX Supervisor, Technical Directors and Animators) to identify the "look" for an object
Build the geometry, with an understanding of how the asset will be used in the entire production process
Perform other tasks related to the needs of the project
Create face shapes, flex shapes and correctives

What We're Looking For

Portfolio demonstrating character skill set, displaying a strong understanding of anatomy, character design, face shapes and movement
Portfolio demonstrating traditional artistic skills including illustration, and sculptural abilities a plus
5+ years proven experience creating digital creatures or characters in a feature film or production environment
A familiarity with film and video post production techniques and the full VFX pipeline
Strong knowledge of industry standard software
Knowledge of LINUX is a necessity to navigate through ILM's production pipeline

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

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 ILM (Vancouver) Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

10/7

Senior Pipeline Technical Director

Vancouver, Canada Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

Position Summary

The Pipeline TD is responsible for developing and maintaining software tools, providing front-line assistance to artists, and general troubleshooting of the CG pipeline in a fast-paced, feature film visual effects production environment. The primary focus is ensuring artist efficiency. Receives day-to-day direction and priorities from show CG Supervisor; reports to R&D supervisor for technical and career guidance.

What You'll Do

Develop pipeline and asset management tools to meet im *** te, show-directed production demands, ensuring facility-wide consistency as directed by show and technical supervisors. Help maintain a wide array of existing workflows and scripts.
Provide front-line production support across a wide range of disciplines, troubleshoot assets and shots, and help artists with general problem-solving. Monitor email requests, package up problems and redirect to appropriate engineering team.
Test and validate tools and techniques in production. Work closely with engineering teams in testing, and releasing new and modified software systems.
Act as an on-call resource for show production staff.
Work effectively with artists, production supervisors, and technical staff across ILM *** in San Francisco, Vancouver, Singapore, and London.
When not crewed to shows, serve on software teams working on projects that improve the efficiency of asset setup, caching, and shot-data handoff *** ween artists across the entire pipeline.
Drive pipeline priorities in conjunction with show supervisors.
Work on tools of greatest complexity and sophistication, requiring the broadest knowledge of the larger pipeline and facility needs.
Assist other Pipeline TDs in providing front-line assistance for the most complex of end-user problems; guide engineering teams in debugging technical issues and eliminating root causes of problems.
Develop comprehensive knowledge of software and systems; drive the development and evolution of standards and conventions used in production.
Update documentation for the pipeline and tools to reflect any changes that are made.

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related technical field.
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining tools for use in a computer graphics environment.
At least 8 years production experience in visual effects for film, commercials or television.
Proficiency in Linux
Advanced Python scripting required
Proficient in one or more of Maya, Nuke, Houdini, Mari, Katana, RenderMan or similar.
Ability to communicate cross-discipline and provide innovative solutions to pipeline issues.
Detail oriented and strong self-sufficient trouble shooter.
Comprehensive knowledge of the entire visual effects process, from shooting to modeling and texturing, animation, rendering and compositing
Nice to have:
- Experience with production database systems
- Experience with C, C++
- Experience with Windows development and applications such as 3ds max a plus

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About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

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 ILM (Vancouver) Inc. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

9/6

Lead Ui Artist

London, United Kingdom Details

Full Time

Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.

Welcome to *** Discovery... the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are...

When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what's next...

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Rocksteady is looking for a Lead UI Artist to join our dedicated and collaborative team working on our upcoming title Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.

The ideal candidate will possess both experience with, and passion for, creating high quality user interfaces that enable an intuitive, accessible and enjoyable gameplay experience. Working with a team of developers, this role will be highly collaborative and key to our mission to deliver an exceptional experience for all of our players.

This role will be expected to work in a hybrid pattern, with some time in the week spent onsite in our London studio.

Your Role Accountabilities...

Work with the Art director to establish UI art direction, brand and style guides - maintaining a consistent style throughout the project
Work with Directors and Leads to determine requirements and development of all UI features, communicating status of deliverables proactively
Collaborate and liaise with Artists, Designers, and Programmers in the implementation of UI features - iterating on Design & User feedback to polish and improve features
Manage documentation and flow diagrams for UI/UX features
Delegate and maintain an equitable workload across the UI Art team, communicating with Project Leadership and stakeholders on deliverables
Create opportunities for the UI Artists to expand their skillset and knowledge, understanding their career vectors and developing growth pathways for them
Explore and provide solutions when the UI visual direction co *** icts with the needs of the game design or technical limitations
Review workflow and tools in the UI production pipeline, to proactively identify bottlenecks or areas for improvement to developer efficiency
Collaborate and supervise outsource UI Art teams, to ensure delivery of work to specification

Qualifications & Experience...

Able to demonstrate an excellent knowledge and application of UX, Accessibility & player-focused design principles - through work in complex Game projects, ideally with AAA targets
Demonstrable professional graphic design skills - particularly layout, typography, and colour theory application
Excellent knowledge of Figma and Adobe software for 2D Design
Appreciation of current interaction and design trends in Games, particularly across PC & Console titles
Experience with Unreal Engine and node-based visual scripting is highly desirable
Knowledge of Unreal materials/shaders for UI texture optimisation and animation is beneficial
Demonstrate motion graphic skills is a bonus, i.e. Adobe After Effects
Knowledge of industry standard Game Development 3D software is helpful

#LI-Hybrid

How We Get Things Done...

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

The Legal Bits...

*** Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact us at [Please reply using Staff Me Up].

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7/4

Lead Pipeline Technical Director

Sydney, Australia Details

Full Time

Job Summary:

The Lead Pipeline Technical Director is responsible for taking a lead role in developing and maintaining the VFX production pipeline for ILM, and ensuring it is running smoothly and efficiently for all shows. The Lead Pipeline Technical Director will be active in both development projects and show support and will mentor and advise the Pipeline Technical Director team in their local Studio.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for the development of workflow and tools on show-specific projects locally and across all *** .

Ensures Pipeline TD team is adhering to ILM standards when building new tools and workflows

Approves methods and procedures on new projects and in conjunction with assigned Pipeline TD

Serves as key knowledge resource for workflow and tools used in production at ILM

Runs code reviews for Pipeline TD team both locally and globally

Advises other engineers with maintenance and bug fixing of existing tools

Provides support to productions to keep the pipeline running smoothly for projects globally

Collaborates with show supervisors to develop per-show tool customizations, ensuring we are not duplicating work across shows

Updates and creates new features additions to existing tools

Provide training and assistance to both Pipeline TDs, production and artists on toolsets and workflows

Collaborates with artists and production to develop efficient workflows and supporting tools across projects

Leads discussions surrounding future workflow and tool development

Joins show and development meetings to ensure tools and best practices are known across projects

Always aware of commonality across shows, key point person for development of tools across shows

Key point person in local studio for production workflow and tools for Global teams

Works with show hub CG Supe to ensure hub and spoke technology needs are understood and prioritized

Participate in the activities of the globally distributed production engineering team, including:
- development and support activities
- regular status and planning meetings as time zones permit
- adhere to development best practices and standards defined by the Supervisor

Job Requirements:
Education / Experience :

Bachelor's degree in Computing Science or Graphics discipline, or equivalent professional experience
Proven experience in the visual effects or computer animation industries

Required Skills / Competencies :

A positive, "can-do" attitude with balance: must not be afraid to ask for help when getting outside experience base or comfort zone
A clear and concise communicator: ability to keep end users informed of progress and managers informed of requests
An effective listener: able to engage with and understand artists to discover what their requirements are
An effective time manager: must be able to prioritize a multitude of requests and not be afraid to ask for help if the path isn't clear
Passionate about delivering rigorous follow-through on assigned tasks
An agile, flexible and quick thinker: this is an energetic, dynamic environment requiring an ability to adapt to rapidly changing requirements
A creative thinker and innovator: able to devise and employ ingenious solutions to difficult problems

Technical Skills:

Expert knowledge of python programming and the Linux environment
World-class troubleshooting skills
Experience working with revision control systems and defined coding standards
Experience developing tools and/or plugins within industry software packages such as Maya, Nuke, Houdini or Katana
Experience with Renderman, vray or Arnold

Preferred Skills / Competencies:

Excellent people person
Experience with database technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB or Redis
Experience writing RESTful APIs
Knowledge of the standard python packaging and installation tool-chain
VFX, Feature Animation or Episodic production experience
Experience with Maya, Katana and Nuke
Experience with Renderman, vray or Arnold
Experience developing on Windows

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This position is with *** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call *** .

*** Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. *** fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.

About *** :

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

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 ILM (Australia) Pty. Ltd. , which is part of a business we call *** .

This is not an exclusive Staff Me Up job. This partner requires you to apply on its own site.

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