CG Supervisor - job 2 of 2

The CG Supervisor is responsible for the technical and aesthetic aspects of the production and will communicate with the creative and technical support teams to ensure appropriate quality is attained within the budget and schedule. The CG Supervisor will help implement the creative vision of the production partnering closely with the Global VFX Supervisor and the production’s Creative Leadership ensuring the flow of communication and establishing an effective workflow both at Sony Pictures Animation and the vendor studio.

Sony Pictures Animation is an 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:

• Assess the technical and aesthetic content of each episode from script to animatic and inform Producers of any concerns
• Ensure that the highest quality of production is achieved within the allotted budget and schedule
• Directly Supervise the Animation Supervisor, Digital Compositor, and FX Lead in providing clear direction and leadership
• Facilitate technical and aesthetic aspects of animation production (Including rigging, animation, lighting, texturing, design, and FX)
• Advise and support the Producer to ensure that the highest quality of animation is being achieved within the schedule
• Work closely with the Producers to make sure the production is produced within the protocols and procedures of the studio’s production pipeline
• Collaborate with Production Management to ensure the technical and creative team is meeting schedule and quota goals on a weekly basis
• Communicate any concerns proactively to the Line Producer and/or Production Manager.
• Proactively communicate with all departments ensuring everyone is aware of new tools, processes, and procedures for the production
• Technically and aesthetically interpret the Co-Executive Producers and/or Supervising Producer and/or Creator and/or Art Director’s asset vision to the team, as predicted by the show’s pipeline
• Resolve the most efficient way to expedite the production of the show, both internally and at vendor studios
• Responsible for developing a strong, flexible CG pipeline. This includes developing, maintaining (or approving) CG techniques
• Introduce and train overseas vendor studios with new pipeline standards built at development or during maintenance of existing series

Qualifications:

• Previous supervisor experience on an animated feature film, tv series, or game preferred
• Previous experience providing technical support and training to production teams as needed
• Promote a positive and productive work environment and lead collaboratively across departments and within the facility
• Proven knowledge of all facets of the animation process
• Proven leadership and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure
• Ability to balance the work of multiple episodes of material across all stages of production
• Knowledge of or ability to learn applicable design software and hardware

The anticipated base salary for this position is $3,057/week to $3,750/week. This role qualifies for benefits pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement. The actual salary offered will depend on a variety of factors.

To apply, please include a resume and a link to your portfolio. Please make sure to include any passwords to your work in your cover letter and/or in your resume.

Sony Pictures Animation 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.