POSITION SUMMARY:
BOT VFX, a visual effects services company with global clients, is looking for a
Head of Creative Operations
as a full-time
Permanent
role. The position is based out of
Chennai
.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Identifying inefficient, inconsistent, or under-resourced operational areas and defining improved processes and tools.
Ensuring the creative team is appropriately resourced with workstations, central storage, render farms, and DCC licenses.
Coordinating with the IT department to develop pipeline tools that align with creative department needs.
Overseeing a team of Technical Directors (TDs), runners, and VFX editors to address ad hoc creative requirements.
Identifying gaps in artist productivity and implementing targeted training modules to enhance workflow efficiency.
Managing creative activities from ingest to egress, including I/O processes and central storage conventions.
Collaborating with the Creative Head, HOP, and CIO to align delivery objectives with resource and pipeline availability.
REQUIRED SKILLS
Experience: At least 10 years of experience in the VFX industry, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role.
Technical Skills: Strong process orientation with an analytical and methodical approach to creative execution.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in overseeing pipeline development and managing technical resources like render farms and storage.
Soft Skills: Ability to identify high-impact operational changes and distinguish them from low-value adjustments.
Soft Skills: Strong ability to collaborate across departments and drive work decisively under pressure.
Soft Skills: Exceptionally well-organized with a proven track record in strategic planning and team management.
Knowledge: Engineering background is preferred to effectively bridge the gap between creative needs and technical solutions.
