Job Description
Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan.
Our Glendale, CA office is seeking an experienced and dynamic CG Supervising Producer to join our leadership team on one of our projects. As a Supervising Producer, you will be responsible for contributing to all aspects of the project’s development, pre-production, production, and post-production as it relates to the CG aspect of the project. You will work closely with the Creative SVP, VP of Production, Producer, CG Supervisor, and other key stakeholders to ensure that the highest quality content is delivered on time, within budget, and meets the creative and technical standards of the project. You will also ensure the producibility of the creative requests are within the scope of the schedule and budget of the project.
You will manage producers, guide teams, and ensure that effective workflows and strong communication are maintained throughout the production process. This role requires a deep understanding of both the creative and technical aspects of CG animation production, and the ability to balance leadership with hands-on problem-solving.
About the role:
Key responsibilities include:
Leadership & Production Oversight:
- Collaborate with production leaders to develop and implement a smooth, efficient workflow across all stages of production, from development to final delivery.
- Oversee the entire production pipeline, ensuring that the creative vision is translated into modeling, rigging, animation, and final output.
- Maintain regular communication with the Flying Bark management team, clients, and vendors to report on project status, resolve issues, and ensure all deadlines and budgets are adhered to.
- Supervise and mentor producers and other key personnel, fostering a positive and productive team environment.
- Ensure the quality and style of the project align with creative briefs, client expectations, and network-approved guidelines.
Production Planning & Management:
- Oversee all phases of production, from script review and storyboard creation to animation, ensuring consistency and adherence to CG scope and timelines.
- Work with teams to resolve any technical or creative issues that arise, offering solutions and maintaining high morale.
- Help shape the creative vision of the project, ensuring that aesthetic and technical elements meet expectations.
- Ensure that all revisions, feedback, and retakes are completed on time, with a focus on maintaining creative integrity and production efficiency.
Client & Stakeholder Communication:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong, professional relationships and ensuring that contractual obligations are met.
- Communicate effectively with all production teams, both internal and external (including overseas studios), to ensure alignment on goals, style, and deadlines.
- Act as a liaison between the production team and key stakeholders, ensuring the flow of information and clear communication of any production challenges or adjustments.
About you:
- 8+ years of experience producing longform CG animated series or films, with proven experience in overseeing the entire production process (from development to final delivery).
- Expertise in CG workflows, including modeling, rigging, animation, and final output, with a deep understanding of production management tools such as Microsoft Excel, MS Project, Shotgrid, and other relevant software.
- Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage, mentor, and inspire diverse teams of artists and producers.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
- Ability to multitask effectively and manage competing priorities under pressure while maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an ability to handle sensitive, confidential material.
Additional Qualifications:
- A solid understanding of animation production pipelines, including storyboarding, animatics, voice recording, and post-production.
- Experience in CG TV or feature animation preferred.
- Animation direction experience is a plus.
- A track record of successfully managing budgets and schedules, while driving creative outcomes.
- Ability to provide creative input on demand and adapt to changes throughout production.
Why work with us?
- We work on some of the coolest projects in the industry! Check out our website: Flying Bark.
- We have cake days, a dedicated culture club, and regular studio social events!
- Love dogs? You’ll often see some of our furry companions around the studio.
- We offer a hybrid working approach, with flexible work-from-home days.
- Career development is a priority for us, and we provide ongoing training and support opportunities.
- Our employees rave about our inclusive and welcoming culture—everyone is celebrated here!
Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Range: $2,775.18/week - $3,900.00/week
Job Tags
Work at office, Work from home, Overseas, Flexible hours,