Senior Unreal Engine 4 Developer

OVERVIEW

You’ll be the lead developer on an enterprise Unreal Engine product that has the potential to grow into a sizable business. You will report to the head of VR and interactive, with regular direct interaction with the President and CEO. You will be working heavily with:

• Blueprinting
• C++
• Rendering (both realtime and offline)
• Sequencer
• Cameras
• Text and widgets

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience developing in C++
• 3+ years experience in Unreal Engine 4
• Strong debugging skills
• A collaborative mindset
• Premiere Pro or other NLE experience is a plus

A/V Pipeline Software Developer

OVERVIEW

You’ll be the lead developer on a pipeline tool that dramatically accelerates some of our most common tasks in Adobe Premiere Pro. You will report to the head of VR and interactive, with regular direct interaction with the President and CEO. You will be working heavily with:

• C++
• Batch rendering
• Importing/exporting
• Text and graphics

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience developing in C++
• Working knowledge of NLEs and video compression
• Strong debugging skills
• A collaborative mindset

Junior Producer

• Managing all Multicultural Department theatrical projects (this is a fast-paced environment, similar to a typical trailer house theatrical division).
• Assisting in the creative process.
• Supervising projects and teams while the executive producing team is in meetings.
• Managing all project invoices and department expenses.
• You will know all details to keep the projects moving forward, while anticipating the needs of the HOD/Producer/CD and ensuring that the client is happy.

INITIAL PROCESS

• Transcribing in Spanish and English.
• Script translations from English to Spanish.
• Possibly writing scripts in Spanish and English.
• Readying all elements for the start of a project – i.e. feature, ADR/VO talent booking, reading talent, GFX package, cues, cue sheets.
• Making sure internal departments (Copy, Music, GFX) have what they need with enough time to properly execute assignments.
• Delegating tasks to Assistant Editors such as dialogue/visual breakdowns, creation of assemblies and stringouts, etc.

CREATIVE PROCESS

• Oversee the repurposing and/or transcreation TV spot process from beginning to end.
• Suggest and audition narrators for creative executive team to consider for campaign.
• Watch movies, read scripts, and stay caught up on reference material to be fully knowledgeable on projects.
• Take meticulous notes during client calls and distribute notes to creative teams.
• Working with copywriters, graphics, and music department to manage their needs.
• Make sure all deadlines are met by communicating with departments to ensure everything is in motion.
• Work on pitch decks as needed.
• Quality control: last person to sign off before materials are sent.
• Keeping track of spot versions and creating a detailed spreadsheet with changes.
• Sending trailers/spots to test according to the client specs.
• Schedule calls, fibers, and script readings.
• Set up creative meetings and briefs with teams.
• Collect relevant reference material, request dailies, order latest features on projects and follow-up to make sure we receive them.
• May be client-facing when needed (determined by performance).

FINISHING PROCESS

• Coordinate finishing preps with internal teams and finishing houses.
• Chasing music cue sheets.
• Having AEs overcut TV spots.
• Ordering GFX either in-house or out-of-house.
• Tracking that all requested finishing materials have been completed and sent out.

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Maintaining projects and client schedule for the Head of Multicultural.
• Scheduling meetings, calls and client briefings for Head of Multicultural.
• Maintaining project calendars and timelines.
• Maintaining a shareable database of all active projects and TV spots.
• Billing all Multicultural Department services which include, but are not limited to: editorial creation, revisions, repurposes/transcreations, narration, translations, consulting, and OT hours.
• Occasionally assemble budgets and track revisions per creation package.

DESIRABLE SKILLS

• Must be fluent in Spanish and English.
• Must have at least 5 years of entertainment industry experience, preferably at Trailer house or Studio.
• Team player attitude and the ability to communicate in a positive and effective manner.
• Must work well under pressure, be proactive, organized, collaborative, resourceful, and be confident in handling a high volume of work.
• Must have exceptional people skills in handling different personalities and demanding needs.
• Able to identify actionable items in meetings and run with them independently.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to work long hours under pressure.
• Needs to be aware and responsive to emails outside of work hours.

Associate Producer

OVERVIEW

Assist the Senior Producers and Creative Directors– keeping them on track and organized on the project you are on with them. Know all details and anticipate needs to keep the project on track, the Producer/CD prepared and the client happy.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Must have exceptional people skills in dealing with demanding people
• Must be proactive and detail oriented, collaborative and work well under pressure
• Must be able to identify actionable items in meetings and run with them independently
• Team player attitude and strong communication skills
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task – managing multiple projects at the same time seamlessly
• Must be able to work very long hours under pressure
• Needs to be aware and responsive to emails outside of work hours

INITIAL PROCESS

• Script writing
• Getting all elements necessary for start of a project – i.e. feature, existing
• ADR/VO talent booking, reading talent, billing reads
• Make sure graphics is going on looks/concepts for new projects
• Work with Finishing to figure out AE support on new projects and working projects
• Order dialogue/visual breakdowns
• Work with AEs to put together assemblies for specific projects
• Print out and assemble scripts to put into the vault

CREATIVE PROCESS

• Quality control – last person to sign off before materials sent, finds any mistakes
• Keeping track of versions and continuities
• Track VFX shots, handle VFX strings and/or spreadsheets
• Send trailers/spots to test, figure out specs
• Schedule calls/fibers/script readings
• Collect reference material
• Request dailies on specific projects
• Get editors started on notes and following up as requested by producer/creative director
• Work with copywriter to manage copywriting needs
• Work with graphics department to manage graphic needs throughout process
• Check graphics when given to editors to confirm they are correct
• Order latest features on projects and follow-up to make sure we receive
• Talk to music dept. about specific directions for pulls per producer requests
• Facilitate all other misc. client requests
• Work on pitch decks as needed
• Watch movies, read scripts, get caught up on reference material so as to be fully knowledgeable on the project

FINISHING PROCESS

• Order finishing preps/unmatteds
• Order cue sheets
• Handle legal, finishing, graphics updates per client request(s)
• Order overcuts, check when completed
• Track that all requested finishing materials have been completed and sent out

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Billing editorial creation/revision and OT hours, sometimes assembling budgets and tracking revisions per creation package

Art Director

OVERVIEW

Candidates must demonstrate an excellent knowledge of industry standard design programs for the creation of high-end motion graphic design projects from concept to finish.

The right individual is passionate about all aspects of typography and design. They should also be able to take the initiative and manage their own time within a busy agency environment where deadlines and challenges constantly evolve. It is important that the candidate has a friendly demeanor along with the ability to collaborate with others.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• 2D and 3D design and animation of outstanding motion graphics for multiple Theatrical and Broadcast campaigns including trailers, main title design, graphics packages, and transitions.
• Provide pre-production designs for pitching, including style frames, storyboards and mood boards.
• Adaptation of campaign assets – retouching, logo and artwork preparation, illustrating, coloring, grading etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Advanced knowledge of After Effects, Maya and/or Cinema 4D and related plug-ins.
• Strong technical knowledge of the post-production process, file formats and delivery specifications for theatrical and broadcast platforms.
• Exceptional design, layout, and typography skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to communicate creative ideas within a collaborative environment.
• Able to organize personal workflow so projects are easily passed between colleagues.
• Excellent communication skills and pleasant demeanor.
• Legal compliance around the confidential nature of the work we do.
• MUST have minimum of 3 – 5 yrs. of Motion Graphic design and production experience.
• MUST be able to work on location.

SKILLS THAT WOULD BE ADVANTAGEOUS

Strong working knowledge of Maya, Nuke and Deadline.

Production Assistant

OVERVIEW

We need an extremely proactive and highly motivated individual to join our team. This is the first step on the path to an awesome career with exposure to all aspects of the creative process for worldwide theatrical, television, and gaming marketing.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS

• Your responsibilities will include all basic office and personnel support vital to daily operations
• Interest in post production marketing editorial, copy writing, or producing is required

Please note we are NOT a production house. We are an AV Post Production entertainment marketing company.

Director of Growth, Client Partnerships

OVERVIEW

This position requires knowledge of the TV/Streaming industry landscape and of the clients within each network and streaming platform. Candidates must be extremely proactive and highly motivated to work with the various divisions to increase Create’s client partnerships within the industry and increase revenue.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Must be able to work well under pressure and work closely with the Series team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and ability to use CRM software
• 5+ years previous experience in a business development role
• Experience with managing a PnL
• Ability to leverage existing relationships into new business

Senior Copywriter

OVERVIEW

We are looking for a conceptual and creative Sr. Copywriter to join our TV/streaming division. The right individual will be a leader who has experience and an understanding of integrated creative creation with an emphasis in original content.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Support the Creative team through conceptual ideation and copy development
• Creation of original content concepts, brand campaign ideation and execution, and pitch decks
• Work with a variety of creative team members to develop concepts for video, social and digital, among others
• Ensure the creative is up to agency standard, then push it to go beyond
• Act as a mentor for mid and junior level writers on your team

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong understanding of storytelling and copy writing
• Mastery of standard English grammar, spelling, and style
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Creative Director, Original Content

OVERVIEW

The right individual should be able to create and pitch integrated campaigns for our tv/streaming clients. Candidates should have a strong understanding of storytelling and copy writing and the ability to translate creative strategies into marketing campaigns intended to entertain and engage consumers.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage multiple, complex projects that are global in nature under extremely tight deadlines
• Manage creative teams, inspire great creativity and problem solve

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Previous experience in pre-production and production
• Thorough knowledge of post-production process
• Experience in digital content
• Highly organized and comfortable in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritize large volume of projects
• Must be detail oriented, proactive and have the ability to follow-up often and in a friendly and courteous manner
• Possess strong decision making skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong creative and project management skills
• Ability to operate with significant autonomy and discretion
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment