Promise ยท 2 months ago
Producer, AI & VFX Production
Promise is a pioneering film and TV studio at the forefront of the generative AI revolution. The Producer, Hybrid AI, VFX & Virtual Production will manage all aspects of the production life cycle for hybrid, VFX, and animation content, ensuring high-budget projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Digital EntertainmentGenerative AI
Responsibilities
Lead the creation and management of comprehensive budgets for large-scale AI, VFX and animation-heavy film and series projects
Develop and implement innovative financial modeling, including GenAI asset pipeline costing, to accurately predict and track costs associated with ML-driven workflows
Manage all financial tracking, forecasting, and reporting to ensure projects remain within budget while maximizing creative output
Negotiate and manage contracts, payment schedules, and resource allocation for external VFX studios, animation vendors, and specialized GenAI service providers
Oversee and produce projects utilizing AI methodologies, that may include animation, LoRa training, etc
Collaborate with the Supervisor and Director to plan and schedule production, ensuring smooth integration with AI and traditional techniques
Develop and maintain complex production schedules that account for the unique demands of hybrid ML/VFX/Animation pipelines
Drive the successful execution of AAA films and premium episodic content, including both traditional and fully animated projects
Act as the primary production leader, managing cross-departmental communication, mitigating risks, and maintaining a positive, professional, and efficient production environment
Ensure all production goals are met, maintaining adherence to the highest technical, creative, and compliance standards (including IP/copyright for GenAI use)
Qualification
Required
Extensive, proven experience managing budgets for large-scale films and animation projects
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Character Animation, Environment Development, or Animation productions
Understanding of GenAI asset pipeline costing or deep familiarity with the financial modeling required for GenAI/ML-driven production workflows
Proven track record of managing a specific high-budget genre (e.g., sci-fi, fantasy, action, animation or anime)
Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard budgeting and scheduling software
Familiarity with the technical requirements and costs associated with Machine Learning and Generative AI tools as applied to asset creation
Working knowledge of VFX and Animation pipelines (e.g., Nuke, Maya, Houdini, Blender) and real-time engine platforms (Unreal Engine)
Strong understanding of digital asset management, version control, and data transfer protocols for large-scale production
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage, with employee premiums covered 100%.
Generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including company holidays and sick leave.
401(k) matching program to help you plan for your future.
Annual stipend for continuing education, conferences, and technical training.
A dynamic, creative, and inclusive hybrid work environment based out of our innovative studio.