NEW YORK - VFX Supervisor

About Barnstorm

Barnstorm is an Emmy and VES-nominated visual effects studio based in Los Angeles and operations in Vancouver, Montreal, London, Atlanta and NYC. We provide photo-realistic visual effects for a variety of episodic and select sequences in feature films. We pride ourselves in our artists’ talent and dedication to producing world-class visual effects. 

Who You Are

We are looking for a VFX Supervisor to join our team. The VFX Supervisor will oversee the creative and technical work of the project team making sure the creative vision of the project is brought to realization. They will work directly with the client, presenting work, finding solutions to creative challenges, and overall maintaining a positive collaborative relationship between client and Barnstorm.

What You’ll Do

• Establish the overall vision for the VFX project that best meets the client’s creative and technical needs;
• Work with the VFX Producer and Executive Producer to assist with bids;
• Communicate the creative vision and translate the vision to objectives for the project team;
• Collaborate with the VFX Producer to ensure that all assigned projects have a well-defined production schedule, adequate and appropriate resources, performance targets and milestones;
• Monitor the creative process, including daily reviews of assets and shots, providing regular feedback and guidance to team members. 
• Alongside the VFX Producer, regularly review project budgets and manage resources to keep projects on time and within budget;
• Ensure regular communication of status of projects and maintain an ongoing positive and collaborative working relationship with clients;

What You Bring

• 8+ years of experience in visual effects
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience
• Experience working with Shotgun project management software
• Excellent knowledge of the VFX Production process from concept to delivery
  
  

About This Role

• Benefit plans are dependent on the local plan offering and employment status but all US and Canada plans include a comprehensive health insurance plan, retirement savings, and paid time off. Barnstorm VFX is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive team that provides a meaningful work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Indigenous people, people of color, people of all genders or non-genders, and people with disabilities of all types are encouraged to apply. We thank everyone for their interest and application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

• This is a remote based role. Note: At this time we are only accepting applications from those legally eligible to work in the USA and within these sectors : New York City, Dutchess, Nassau, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester counties.