Department Manager

For over three decades, Rising Sun Pictures (RSP) has been delighting and inspiring audiences worldwide with award-winning visual effects and is responsible for creating some of Hollywood’s most memorable screen moments.

RSP’s reputation and leadership makes it a trusted creative partner for major motion picture studios worldwide, with innovation a key component to RSP’s ongoing success.

RSP's recent work includes Sinners, Mickey 17, A Complete Unknown, Thunderbolts*, Sonic The Hedgehog 3, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Deadpool & Wolverine, The Fall Guy, Star Wars: The Acolyte, Knuckles, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.

Job Description

• Ensure optimal casting of artistic talent across the studio, through the scheduling and prioritisation of resources across multiple projects
• Work with Head of Department to balance team experience, skills, and development needs
• Induct new crew into production and department processes
• Manage and report on department overtime and TOIL to key stakeholders
• Develop and oversee leave strategies considering utilization, cross-show demands, and artist wellbeing
• Conduct regular check-ins with crew
• Lead processes for team performance reviews, feedback, and identifying professional development opportunities
• Approve timesheets accurately and keep internal systems up to date
• Participate in interviews and contribute to department hiring decisions
• Provide regular reporting to Management

Skills and Experience

• Excellent communication and cross-departmental collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail and proactive task ownership
• Calm, level-headed approach under pressure
• Solid understanding of VFX pipeline and the VFX industry
• Strong leadership and negotiation skills
• Knowledge of HR practices and performance management

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