Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled Virtual Production Supervisor to oversee and coordinate virtual production projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of virtual production techniques, including real-time rendering, motion capture, and interactive environments, as well as excellent leadership and organizational skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Oversight:
- Manage and coordinate virtual production workflows, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
- Collaborate with directors, producers, and other key stakeholders to define project goals, requirements, and timelines.
Technical Leadership:
- Oversee the setup and operation of virtual production equipment, including LED walls, motion capture systems, and real-time rendering engines.
- Troubleshoot technical issues and provide solutions to ensure smooth production processes.
Team Management:
- Lead and mentor a team of virtual production professionals, including VFX artists, technical directors, and production assistants.
- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration within the team to achieve project objectives.
Creative Collaboration:
- Work closely with the creative team to interpret and implement visual concepts and ensure they are realized in the virtual production environment.
- Provide creative input and technical guidance to enhance the overall production quality.
Quality Assurance:
- Monitor and review production processes to ensure adherence to industry standards and best practices.
- Conduct regular quality checks and provide feedback to improve production techniques and outcomes.
Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain detailed documentation of production processes, technical specifications, and project progress.
- Prepare and present reports on project status, including challenges and resolutions, to senior management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Computer Graphics, Digital Media, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in virtual production or a related field, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Proficiency with virtual production technologies, including Unreal Engine, Unity, motion capture systems, and LED walls.
- Strong understanding of real-time rendering, 3D modeling, and visual effects workflows.
- Experience with MoSys System workflow.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience with virtual production for live-action and animated content.
- Familiarity with industry-standard software such as Maya, Houdini, and Adobe Premiere.
- Knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in virtual production.