Production Manager

We create stunning visual effects for film and episodic projects. The way we work shapes the work we make.

What’s different about Outpost?

We believe in making people matter at Outpost. We want to build a creative environment where everyone feels valued, treated with respect and able to make a positive difference every day. We’re ambitious and growing quickly but our focus remains on nurturing personal connections, supporting one another as well as making time to celebrate our collective successes. We’re always on the lookout for how we can do things better to enhance the experience of our team, our clients and the world around us.

What's in it for you?

At Outpost you have the chance to make a significant contribution to the amazing high end episodic and film productions. You’ll get to work in a small, close knit team of incredibly talented, friendly, and genuine individuals that make up Outpost. With direct mentorship from senior members of the team, exposure to full pipeline and senior level tasks, you’ll have the opportunity to progress quickly, whilst being supported and listened to.

You’ll be part of our journey, developing the positive culture that we want to spread throughout the VFX community as we continue to grow.

Working closely with the Producer, you will be responsible for the overall schedule, targets and daily priorities for the team, leading to final delivery. As your show progresses, your knowledge and understanding of the VFX process will be essential to maintain an up-to-date awareness of your show and client commitments. Liaising with clients and your team, communicating clear information regarding deliveries, oversight of client Sends; submission forms and collating material to be sent by our data IO team. As a leader for junior production members and being the first points of contact for the show crew, you’ll have the opportunity to promote positive practices within your team.

Key skills

• Proven experience in VFX scheduling and a high level of organisation/ maintenance of databases pertaining to shots or assets
• 3+ years of relevant experience in a VFX environment
• Proficient knowledge of ShotGrid, MS Office including Word and Excel, Mac/Windows
• Literate using cineSync, data IO services such as Aspera/ Mediashuttle/ SohoNet etc.

What happens next?

If you think Outpost sounds like a good fit for you, or you simply want to chat with someone about the role and our culture, get in touch today!

Equal opportunities

At Outpost we believe that our strength lies in our differences. These help us to take different perspectives, challenge norms and create a special environment based on mutual respect. Outpost is an equal opportunities employer. Employment with us is based on a person’s extraordinary talent and potential. No candidate will receive any less favourable treatment based on their age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual preference, or any other factor that has no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.