Crew Manager - Vancouver - Scanline VFX

Description

Eyeline is a global team of risk takers, innovators and perfectionists who achieve creative visions and have fun doing it. A dynamic workforce nestled within the industry's most intriguing cities, united by a drive to push the boundaries of storytelling. Learn more.

The Crew Manager is responsible for the end to end management of the employee life cycle. They are primarily responsible for resource management across our global artist workforce; ensuring optimum utilization targets are met, crew have a positive employee experience and that projects have their resource requirements met. Crew Managers are part of the Crew Management vertical and are the face of the business work of our artist workforce.

This role suits a candidate who thrives in a fast paced VUCA environment, enjoys scheduling and has a proven track record in data-informed problem solving. Candidates must be proficient in excel, google sheets. You'll be expected to come into the office at least twice a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Resource Planning & Crewing: Evaluate department's incoming resource demand vs current supply to identify any upcoming capacity requirements that may trigger approval for hiring requisitions with the Talent team
• Complete artist crewing and scheduling for assigned departments with input from Division Supervisors where necessary
• QC and validate weekly Department Resource Report and take part in weekly Resource Meetings with assigned Resource managers
• Maintain weekly contact with the Show Production team to gather, review and address any resource challenges along with feedback on performance that may require action
• Maintain overview of utilization using established resource management tracking systems in G-Suite and Shotgrid
• Partner with Division Supervisors and appropriate stakeholders where utilization and prioritization require further context
• Work collaboratively with all peers and stakeholders, including the Executive Board
• Employee Life Cycle Management: Manage artists day to day in regards to queries, absence, performance, time-logging, annual reviews, next show opportunities and contract extensions; the Crew Manager manages the end to end employee life-cycle for their assigned crew
• Manage crew off boarding process including ensuring exit interview with Talent has been completed and recorded
• Work closely with the Global Head of Resourcing and the Talent team when people issues arise, anticipating and mitigating where possible and escalating to direct line manager in a timely manner
• Create an environment of excellence underpinned with care and empathy
• Act as the face of Scanline VFX for their assigned crew, championing the creative and production excellence the company is known for
• Performance Management, Development & Retention: Trigger and conduct performance reviews at the end of each crew's assigned show; collaborate with HoD and Talent team to provide feedback with professional growth in mind
• Collaborate with the HoD and Talent team to customize and implement training around feedback and artist career progression
• Motivate and care for the crew, assist in troubleshooting issues with the Talent team and other managers for best solutions
• Lead initiatives to boost team morale and foster professional growth; coordinate with facilities teams as needed

Qualifications

• Knowledge of VFX workflows and an interest in keeping up with industry innovation and trends and inherent impact to crew
• Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to get results through others without having direct control over those resources
• Soft skills to support and nurture relationships between crew members, managers, Heads of Departments, and to navigate difficult conversations for positive outcomes
• Ability to work successfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds and skill sets
• Highly organized and detail focused
• Ideally competent user of Google Suite, Microsoft Excel and Shotgrid
• Proven affinity for performing in a fast paced, high change environment
• Interest in learning and development and the management of professional development

About Us

Eyeline is a global creative studio partnering with storytellers to turn their ambitions into stunning reality. By blending the time-honored craft of filmmaking with breakthrough technologies, we unlock bold, cinematic visions at scale. Our three pillars - VFX, Studios and Labs - form the creative spine of Eyeline, guiding how we think, work, and show up in every frame.

At Eyeline, we believe technology serves artistry and our people are the soul behind everything we do, deepening creative connection, rather than replacing it. We build worlds with exceptional craft and precision, working hand in hand with our creative partners from concept to final pixel.

Additional Information

We will only consider applicants based in British Columbia, or those willing to relocate. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. This salary range is specific to applicants applying to our position in Vancouver, BC. Compensation will vary based on qualifications, skills and location.