Manager, Graphics Operations

We are Wild Card

Born in Hollywood, we know what stories move audiences – and how to bring brands into the action.

We connect brands with global markets, crafting high-impact experiences through a blend of creativity and data on screen, in-game and beyond. 

Every moment is an opportunity to build genuine connections, because everyone wants to be part of a great story.

Purpose

Wildcard is seeking an experienced Manager, Graphics Operations for our Motion Graphics department. Candidates must have professional experience in working with a Motion Graphics team, preferably within the movie marketing industry. Must have a positive can-do attitude, be proactive, possess strong interpersonal communication skills, be able to take initiative, as well as, manage time within a fast-paced environment where deadlines and challenges constantly evolve. Post-Production experience is a must!

Job Responsibilities

• Support Head of Graphics in managing a team and prioritizing resources on a daily and weekly basis.
• Communicate proactively with Producers and Stakeholders outside of the department on status of active and ongoing requests.
• Anticipate and forecast incoming jobs, schedule resources accordingly to deliver assets to meet client deadlines. 
• Optimize most efficient use of resources by prioritizing daily, weekly and monthly assignments for design and production teams.
• Maintain efficient workflow using internal tools, and work with the Operations team to develop and institute improvements and additional tools.
• Actively manage scheduling of freelance/on-demand talent based on needs of department and company.
• Work with the Head of Graphics to evaluate and improve upon department operations, seeking feedback and cooperation within and outside of the department.
• Track resources in Asana on multiple, simultaneous projects to ensure load leveling, utmost efficiency, cost effectiveness, and superior creative solutions.
• Onboard, train and provide on-going support to Graphics Producers & Coordinators to maintain a high quality bar for execution.
• Inspire creativity and excellent work habits.
• Liaise with HR on freelancer onboarding process. Oversee freelancer POs / Invoices.

Required Skills

• 4+ years of professional experience in a Graphics department within the theatrical and streaming marketing industry
• Experience producing and/or supervising motion graphics campaigns for a wide range of clients in the entertainment/advertising/streaming market
• Hands on knowledge of graphic design, animation, and finishing
• Advanced knowledge of broadcast and film standards and post-production workflow
• Comfortable with and interested in staying up to date on new technology
• Ability to analyze and negotiate challenging timelines
• Self-motivated, team player
• Problem-solving skills with the desire to inspire and mentor a diverse team
• Maintain high creative standards
• Exceptional leadership skills, earns respect of team by example
• Level headed, functions well under pressure
• Excellent communicator (both written and verbal), able to give direction to artists and/or producers
• Knowledge and experience with After Effects, Cinema 4D, and post-production workflow
• Willing and able to work demanding hours to meet deadlines
• Candidates with artist contacts within the trailer industry strongly preferred

Disclosures:

In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected. Wild Card is proud to employ extraordinary talent across all genders, races, nationalities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual preferences. We strive to encourage and support all of our current and prospective employees to achieve their highest potential. No job applicant will receive less favorable treatment on any basis when applying for a career with our team.

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