Manager, Production
IMAX
With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, IMAX is the gold standard in immersive entertainment. We are the go-to, end-to-end premium technology platform for the world’s greatest filmmakers and creators — giving them the tools to realize their visions to the fullest.
As a result, IMAX attracts the most skilled and accomplished professionals in entertainment and technology. Our global teams merge technical, creative and operational expertise, deep industry relationships spanning the world, and an agile, entrepreneurial approach that prioritizes quality and innovation.
Our success is driven by our people. We cultivate our unique culture by fostering strong team connections, recognizing and rewarding excellence, and creating a workplace that empowers success. By working together in service of our mission, we push the limits of human imagination and transcend the ordinary.
Job Description:
About the Role
This role is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end project lifecycle for static digital, print and AV projects starting from either pre-existing artwork or concept design to final deliverables while making sure the highest quality is met. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Production, the role focuses on collaboration and supports partners across Film, Brand, Exhibition, Alt Content, vendors and agencies to develop and deliver impactful marketing materials that aligned with key Business Initiatives.
What You’ll Do:
- Oversee and manage production team to ensure successful execution on project initiatives
- Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle for production and creative design (Digital, print, AV, environmental design, creative development, etc.).
- Lead and Manage project planning, kick-offs, reviews, and postmortems, while setting and managing expectations with partners.
- Communicate timelines, risks, updates and route approvals while troubleshooting issues, and ensuring feedback is accurately applied. Consistently managing project milestones with clear recaps and actionable next steps for creative team and partners.
- Lead discussion and collaborate with internal partners to understand business demands and apply learnings to future projects.
- Drive and enforce the production and design process by working with business partners and coordinating with designers, editors, production artists, vendors, agencies, and Operations to ensure all necessary materials and resources are in place to start a project.
- Work with partner agencies on scope and/or pre-press, color proof matching, print production, and final delivery as needed.
- Provide expertise on both project planning and execution, addressing both technical requirements and project scope
- Work in close partnership with the Sr. Director of Production to oversee large-scale project budgets, define scopes, manage timelines, and ensure the highest quality of materials are delivered.
- Manage and take on producer responsibilities, offer expertise in equipment, planning, and properly staffing AV shoots.
- Monitor project budgets, process invoices, and manage vendor onboarding with Operations
- Organize, manage, lead and be the source of creative truth during the weekly Production meetings with key business partners across Film, Brand and Exhibition.
What You’ll Need:
- 8+ years of experience in-house creative, creative advertising, or creative agency is preferred
- 3+ years of proven track record in managing and leading projects with creative teams successfully.
- Must have experience working across several project types: print, digital, motion, audio/visual, and environmental
- Strong understanding of technical deliverables
- Excellent partner management skills for daily interactions with business partners
- Ability to listen, communicate, gather information, evaluate situations, and find solutions
- Ability to manage vendors, timelines, budgets and invoices
- Strong attention to detail, organizational and follow-through skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Knowledge of the latest Adobe Creative Suite preferred
Compensation:
87,578.00 - 120,000.00At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.
For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.