Virtual Production Institute - Head of Production

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Glimpse of the Job

The Virtual Production Institute (VPI), recipient of $25 million in funding from the State of Texas, is seeking an assertive, strategic leader for our Head of Production. The ideal candidate may have a bachelor’s degree and eight years of production/post-production experience. The Head of Production oversees the entire production ecosystem of virtual production stages, protocol adherence and process enhancements. You will assist the Director with operations and administration, maintaining responsibility for the production lifecycle, team management, and strategic initiatives. Your financial expertise ensures you represents the Institute's production interests and make key administrative decisions to ensure successful project execution.

Opportunities to Contribute

• Leadership and Strategic Production Management

• Financial and Resource Management

• Talent Acquisition and Team Development

• Quality Assurance and Process Improvement

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Eight years of production or post-production leadership experience, including demonstrated experience managing teams and complex projects, and experience with virtual production workflows, live broadcast, and VFX pipelines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of production management software and applications

• Proven ability to work across different production areas

• Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.   

Cover Letter/Resume: A cover letter and resume will assist us in our review of your application materials.

Location: This position, located in College Station, will oversee both the College Station and Ft. Worth locations of the Visual Production Institute; Travel is required.

Who we are

The Virtual Production Institute (VPI) initiative received $25 million in funding from the State of Texas to pursue the development of new applications of visual computing and interactive technologies and translating their use across multiple industries, entertainment, and the arts at the Bryan/College Station and the Texas A&M - Fort Worth campus in downtown Fort Worth. The VPI is committed to educating and training a new generation of industry- and practice-ready engineers, technologists, and artists.

The Virtual Production Institute is part of Texas A&M University’s College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts (PVFA). To learn more about PVFA, visit us at: College of Performance, Visualization & Fine Arts website.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as: sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:    

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums    

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays     

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation  each month    

• Automatically enrolled in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Free exercise programs and release time for health and wellness programs    

• All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training programs, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more     

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee 

• Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees 

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Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.  

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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