Job Description

Artist ManagerThis position is based in Vancouver. All applicants must reside in British Columbia.
Open to Canadian Citizens and PR holders only please.At this time, wexe2x80x99re pleased to offer this position as working on-site at our Vancouver studio in the heart of Gastown, steps away from Waterfront Station. *No hybrid or remote work*About Zoic
Zoic Studios is a Visual Effects company that specializes in high end visual effects for television, film, and advertising. Our mantra is Visual Evolution - we focus on every part of the process, from the final picture to the pipeline used to create them.Are you looking for your next creative and technical challenge? Come join our team!Why Join Zoic?

• We are an Artist owned and operated VFX studio.
• We love what we do and always stay curious about new technology and techniques.
• We respect work/life balance in a hectic industry.
• We work with a team from all walks of life and backgrounds.

Zoic is working on the VFX for an exciting Laika Studio stop-motion animated feature project that promises creativity, collaboration, and a fantastic chance to showcase your skills! Contracts will run through to mid/late 2025. (dates will vary depending upon the role)Summary of Position
The Artist Manager is responsible for the management, career development, and recruitment of digital artists in varying skill sets within the company. The Artist Manger oversees the planning and scheduling for artists to ensure talent is appropriately utilized, as well as partnering with the technology and management team to identify talent to participate in ongoing software and R&D initiatives.Job Functions

• Responsible for recruitment, career development, performance evaluation, performance management, tracking contract dates and talent retention.
• Partners with Department leads and Production to collaborate on artist career development goals and ongoing initiatives.
• Participate in planning with the project team to create appropriate staffing and recruitment plans; to ensure labour is effectively utilized across the project.
• Attending regular staffing meetings with management and the project team in partnership to anticipate staffing changes and additional resource needs throughout the life of the project.
• Meet with Production teams, supervisors, and artists regularly to ensure consistent communication; serves as a liaison between the artists, Supervisors and Production to facilitate feedback.
• Work with recruitment to manage the recruitment process by reviewing incoming reels, facilitating Supervisor and Production reel reviews, leading interviews, collecting feedback, and communicating action items on all candidates.
• Participate in postmortems and ensure areas of improvement for artist management are identified and appropriate action items are assigned and delivered
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of department documentation
• Promote positive and productive work environment
• Responsible for timesheet tracking
• Responsible for gathering OT requests and obtaining approval from the project team
• Aid in first week onboarding and new starter logistics
• Support and work with the Supervisors and Production for conflict management and resolution
• Tracking space and equipment in the facility
• Organizing team social events online or in studio

Qualifications

• 5+ years of high-end production experience in television or feature films in managing a team
• Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in commerce, communications, film, art, or related field is a plus
• Strong leadership qualities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict
• Ability to foster relationships with internal stakeholders
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and Shotgun experience

Additional information

• British Columbia Employees Pay Range: $40 - $50 (The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position)
• Zoic does not cover relocation costs.
• This job description contains the basic requirements for the position and is NOT intended to be a complete list of responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.
• Due to the volume of applications, we receive, we regret that only those selected to interview will be contacted.

This position is based in Vancouver. All applicants must reside in British Columbia.Permanent Residents and Canadians only, please.,

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