Director of VFX Production

Eyeline Studios is seeking an accomplished Director of VFX Production to lead our Vancouver-based team through all stages of VFX project delivery, from pre-production to final handoff. As a senior leader, you will be responsible for the strategic, creative, and operational success of the studio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role requires a dynamic, people-oriented leader with over ten years of hands-on VFX production management experience within a studio or production company. The ideal candidate has deep experience producing and leading in the Canadian market and a strong ability to collaborate with global teams. You will oversee production operations, mentor regional staff, manage client relationships, and champion innovative workflows for continuous improvement and operational excellence at Eyeline.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee all active productions in Vancouver, ensuring projects stay on budget and on schedule. Serve as the primary escalation point for VFX project issuesAnalyze cost report metrics and title schedules, offering data driven recommendations to improve efficiency and ensure on-time deliveryGuide resource allocation and title prioritization across all active projects in VancouverSupervise and mentor regional production staff, providing training and fostering company cultureGuide the technology training team to develop curricula that advance artist skills and support adoption of generative workflowsLiaise with Netflix title managers to align business objectives with production goals. Partner with internal and external teams to support diverse global projectsCollaborate with global VFX Production leaders in Seoul and Hyderabad to maintain consistent standards and efficiency across regions. Identify workflow gaps and automation opportunities; work with technical teams to implement effective solutionsQualifications15+ years of experience in VFX production management roles, ideally within a studio or VFX production company, with proven leadership of large teams (50+ people)Thorough understanding of production and post production processes, and the knowledge of the broader US film and series ecosystemExceptional organizational, project management, and resource management skills, with a track record of overseeing multiple complex project schedulesExcellent communication skills, with experience collaborating effectively across cross-functional and cross-cultural teamsStrong business acumen, strategic thinking, and problem solving abilities; able to make proactive decisions and drive continuous improvement under pressurePeople oriented leader, adept at mentoring, fostering teamwork, and building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels$187,000 - $300,000 a yearThis salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. To determine your base salary, we consider your qualifications, skills, and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary outside of this range and will also be dependent on your location.About UsScanline VFX is an award-winning leader in the visual effects industry with 7 studios worldwide, including London, Los Angeles, Montreal, Seoul, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Vancouver. Since our beginning in 1989, we strive to set the highest standard of quality in everything we do. Through innovation, we generate solutions for our clients and raise the bar — both within our workplace and throughout our industry. We look for explorers, people who are willing to go to new places and are open to testing, learning and iterating as they go. We believe great ideas come from everyone, so we actively encourage team members to ask questions and present their ideas.Eyeline StudiosEyeline Studios, our virtual production division, is rethinking the future of real-time filmmaking by providing content creators with unmatched flexibility. . Powered by NetflixNetflix’s investment in our pipeline, infrastructure, and workforce allows us to continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in visual effects. In addition to working on projects for Netflix, we continue to work with a variety of long-standing and new clients.Come as you are. We are committed to ensuring fair and equal treatment of your application. When you apply for a role with us, you will receive consideration based solely on your qualifications.