Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as the recently announced Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, Marvel Studios’ What If…?, Disney Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, as well as our productions of 200% Wolf movie and Tales From Outer Suburbia by Sean Tan. 

We are looking for an experienced VFX Supervisor who will be responsible for the final look of an entire animated feature film. They will be able to translate the Client’s highly stylistic look into our pipeline and artists, demonstrating their eye for visual arts, colour and composition as well as the ability to adapt to less literal, more graphic sensibilities.

About you:

• Previous experience as a VFX Supervisor for live action and/or animated films;
• Willingness to work with the Studio Art Director to achieve their unique artistic vision;
• Ability to assess the technical requirements for the Program/s and make clear plans for equipment, software, data storage and backup, pipeline, crew and schedule in association with the technical, creative and production supervisors;
• Ensure the final Program/s are delivered to the correct technical specifications set out by the Producers and in line with the creative expectations of the Director and Producers;
• Discuss and evaluate the feasibility of the Program/s within the constraints of budget and schedule (in association with the Producers). Specifically, assessing creative designs including production design and characters, story, camera, animation and lighting/compositing expectations as communicated by the Director’s unit and define limitations for the Program/s and/or appropriate alternatives and solutions for the production;
• Writing concise and clear briefs and reviewing to achieve the highest possible production quality;
• Supervise the CG assets and shot production, ensuring the creative vision of the Director is maintained;
• Implement efficient communication systems, workflow, file systems and production tracking in line with budget and schedule requirements;
• Manage technical crew and artists through formal and timely communication including regular meetings, email updates and reviews;
• Keep oversight of the production schedules for the Program/s and identify all potential delays, disruptions or other perceived risks to the Production Company;
• Assess the technical, creative and crew capabilities of overseas studio partners and offer considered production plans and workflow to promote harmonious links between all parties;
• Maintain strong relationships with key creative, technical and production crew for overseas studio partners;
• Implement efficient communication and production systems to support the efficient flow of work in progress and approved passes for all stages of the production between each production partner and all departments required for the production;
• Encourage open communication within the crew and a positive, solutions focused approach to problem solving throughout production.

What do we do?

Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/
• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.
• Breakfast is served daily - on us!
• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!
• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.
• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.
• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.
• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.
• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!
• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.