Head of Operations

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• Work with HODs and Producers to ensure they are provided with sufficient resources to meet their project objectives and agreed margins
• Key point of contact for issues arising in productions, escalating issues and recommendations to relevant stakeholders and CEO where needed
• Work with the Head of Pipeline Technologies and HOD's to monitor production tools, workflows, new show pipeline needs and procedures
TALENT, HR & PEOPLE MANAGEMENT
• Work with the Talent Acquisition Manager, IT, Producers and HOD's to facilitate production resource is acquired on time to meet production deadlines
• Work alongside the HR Manager and the Head of Skills and Development to implement effective HR policies and support the development of internal staff
• Work closely with the Head of Systems Technology to evolve the onboarding experience to the best it can be and constantly review
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
• Ensure the highest possible utilisation of staff across the studio.
• Work closely with the HOD's to keep us at the forefront of the latest industry tools and developments both for artist tools and those for back-office solutions
• Bridge any communication gaps between Production and the Systems Technology Team
BUDGETARY CONTROL
• Responsible for checking studio approved budgets sit within agreed margins, alongside the Finance Director and the CEO.
• Meeting regularly with Producers and Heads of departments to monitor their project status and margin and ensure that they are working within given targets
  
  5 years of experience in a Studio Management or overall Production Management role in an established VFX or post-production studio
• Thorough knowledge of production and post-production pipelines in general
• Well organised, excellent presentation and strong communication skills with attention to
detail
• Be motivated, solution orientated with a positive attitude
• Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Perform well under deadline pressure in a fast-paced environment, prioritising different tasks to achieve the project goals
• Flexible, responsive and diplomatic, you adapt easily to a working group and you have already managed teams at a high level
BONUS
• Working knowledge of Shotgrid/Flow
  
  About REALTIME
We tell cutting-edge visual stories through high quality CGI, animation and VFX. Our combination of artistry, technical excellence and dedication helps us create immersive experiences that bring the CGI world to life. We are proud to employ talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. No job applicant will receive less favourable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with us. Founded in 1996 Co-workers 85 Studio Operations · Willows Farm Studio, Ballam Road, Westby, Preston, PR4 3PN · Fully Remote