About the company

Focused on the future of filmmaking, Wonder Dynamics is an LA-based start up founded by Actor/Producer, Tye Sheridan who’s starred in films like Ready Player One, X-Men: Apocalypse, Mud and VFX Supervisor/Filmmaker, Nikola Todorovic. Their mission is to revolutionize the production and post-production process by leveraging state-of-the-art AI. They are striving to democratize the use of visual effects which will pave the way for the next generation of filmmakers. That mission attracted some of the most influential individuals in the film and tech industry that are now involved in their team.

Wonder Dynamics is backed by Epic Games, Samsung, Horizons Ventures (a Hong Kong VC firm with early investments in Skype, Siri, Facebook and more) and Founders Fund, a leading Silicon Valley VC that funded some giants like Space X, Facebook, Spotify, DeepMind, etc.)Their Advisory Board consists of leaders in Hollywood and Silicon Valley:

• Joshua Baer - Founder/CEO of Capital Factory;
• Terry Dougas - Producer and financier of Film and TV. Founder of Rhea Films,1821 Media
• Angjoo Kanazawa - Assistant professor at UC Berkeley and Google research scientist;
• Joe Russo - Director, screenwriter, and Producer (directed Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame)
• Robert Schwab - Private equity investor, President, and CEO of R&L Properties.
• Steven Spielberg - Film director, producer, and screenwriter
• Antonio Torralba - Professor and Head of AI and Decision making, EECS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
• Gregory Trattner - President, Film Finances Inc. (World leader in completion guarantees and film services)

About the role:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our executive team. The COO will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company and ensuring the successful execution of our strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate would have experience in media/entertainment, running SaaS platforms, a proven track record of managing high-growth companies, and exceptional leadership and communication skills.
Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company’s overall goals and objectives
• Collaborate with Co-Founders in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy, and hiring levels
• Lead and manage cross-functional teams to execute projects and initiatives
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, and partners
• Drive revenue growth and profitability by identifying new business opportunities and optimizing existing operations
• Monitor and analyze industry trends to identify areas for innovation and improvement
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the company’s progress and identify areas for improvement
• Manage the company’s budget and resources effectively to maximize efficiency and profitability
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing team that is aligned with the company’s culture and values

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred
• 10 years of experience in operations management, either in the VFX or Tech Industry
• Proven track record of managing high-growth companies and driving revenue growth
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions to complex problems
• Experience with budget management and financial analysis
• Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Experience with recruiting, training, and developing high-performing teams
• Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to drive decision-making
• Passion for technology and innovation

Why should you consider joining us?

At the intersection of film and technology, this job will offer a very unique experience, and you will be exposed to a diverse set of fields spanning from film production and visual effects to AI, machine learning, and computer vision. Because we are operating in state-of-the-art territory, there will always be something new to learn on the horizon. We highly value our team and the support of our co-workers and strive to create the best environment to work in.

We offer a competitive salary, valuable stock options and comprehensive benefits that allow individual flexibility for all employees to choose what makes the most sense for their personal situation.

Wonder Dynamics is committed to a culture of flexibility, diversity, and fun for all of our employees. We are working on some of the most challenging technical problems and we know the solutions will come from all of us working together in an inclusive, transparent and open manner.