Head of Production, North America

6 months ago


Toronto, Canada Southern Graphics Systems, Canada Co. Full time

**Role**

We are looking for an integrated Head of Content Production to oversee our North America studios. A process-led leader with experience mentoring and overseeing a team of producers in a fast-paced creative agency environment. An astute commercial thinker, capable of quickly assessing a request to identify risks and opportunities. A proactive problem solver who thinks on their feet to quickly communicate solutionsnot dwell on problems. A keen cultural contributor who fosters a fun, empathetic and collaborative environment in cross-functional teams - always getting the best from people without fuss or friction.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Management and development of integrated producer & demand planning team of 6-10, with skills and experience in content production across various disciplines including (but not limited to) CGI, VFX, Film, Photography & Post Production.
- Creation and management of regional talent black-book, for development of outsource and freelance relationships.
- Definition and optimization of Content Studio production processes across 2-3 studios in North America, including (but not limited to) Demand Planning, Intake, Review & Approvals, Project Reconciliation, Invoicing & Accruals etc.
- Intake and definition of early stage project budgets and/or ballparks against concepts in progress.
- Preparation and review of project estimates, timing, resource plans, SoWs, MSAs, NDAs etc.
- Assignment of projects and clients to producer team.
- Oversight of workflow, including regular studio meeting cadences and collaboration across 2-3 studios in North America

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to manage, coach and lead teams of production artists and direct reports.
- Ability to outline and develop best practices and processes - a leader, not a follower.
- Ability to craft and review SOWs with experience in accurately identifying project risks.
- Ability to quickly and effectively draft indicative project budgets in advance of concept approval.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to direct a team while promoting a positive morale in a fast-paced, delivery-driven environment.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite plus project management tools such as Shotgrid, Jira, Trello etc.
- Having a point of view on the tools required by teams to ensure consistency in best practice for production management - what to use when, and why.

**Nice to Have’s**
- 10+ years of experience in an integrated content production environment.
- Experience of pre/post-production & shooting of video content.
- Background working in brand or packaging centric creative agencies.
- Experience working in globally connected, creative production studios.
- Interest or experience in the implementation of project management tools and systems.
- Extensive black-book of talented industry contracts across multiple disciplines.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all CAD locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

**Experience**: Required
- 10 year(s): Years of experience in an integrated content production environment.
- Experience of pre/post-production & shooting of video content.
- Background working in brand or packaging centric creative agencies.
- Experience working in globally connected, creative production studios.
- Interest or experience in the implementation of project management tools and systems.
- Extensive black-book of talented industry contracts across multiple disciplines.



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