Due to a number of exciting changes happening here at REALTIME we are now on the lookout for a brand new Head of Operations to join us!

The Head of Operations will be involved in all of the day to day running of studio operations, the role will report into the Director of Production and work closely with our other Heads of Departments and our Finance & Commercial Manager to ensure smooth efficiencies for the whole studio.

This will really suit someone who loves the thought of being able to take a studio to the next level as we continue to pick up new and exciting projects across all 3 of our key business areas!

Overall

• Ensure all operations are carried out in the most efficient and cost-effective way
• Continuously review and improve processes across the business, identifying areas that require improvement and work with the key stakeholders to implement changes
• Work with the Head of Departments and Producers to ensure client specifications, budgets and timelines are met and the correct resource is in place
• Keep up to date with industry developments and tools
• Assist in ensure the company remains relevant in an ever-changing global industry
• Create good communication channels between departments and with senior management to ensure complex information is disseminated appropriately
• Work with the Director of Production and Head of Departments to plan for future challenges and problem solve current issues

Systems Support

• Assisting the IT and Systems department in determining seating arrangements (if in studio) and requirements for new software / hardware
• Bridge any communication gaps between Production and the IT and Systems Team

Talent and HR

• Manage the Talent Team to ensure production resource planning and recruitment is running smoothly and efficiently
• Management of the HR and Admin Officer
• Work closely with the IT and Systems team to evolve the onboarding experience to the best it can be and constantly review
• Oversee the setup of inter studio and external events
• Lead and push forward the Diversity and Inclusion council
• In combination with the HR officer publish all routine & new company notifications to the studio
• Suggest revised policies/procedures for improved efficiencies
• Oversee monitoring of employee activity to ensure policies are followed

Financial Reporting & Artist Utilisation

• Monthly reporting of Artist utilisation
• Support in monthly / year-end accounting close procedures
• Assist the Finance & Commercial Manager by meeting regularly with Heads of Department and Producers to monitor project budgets (local and combined) and ensure that they are working within given targets
• Analysis to aid in strategic decision making

MUST HAVE SKILLS & QUALITIES:

• Able to remain calm and confident in a fast-paced environment
• Efficient at managing budgets, timescales and milestone delivery
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• First-class time/project management skills
• Understanding of live-action and CG based visual effects workflows in the Entertainment sector
• Highly organised with a proven ability to prioritise conflicting tasks
• In depth knowledge of the CG Entertainment industry, with a relevant sector background
• Proficient in working within teams towards a common goal
• Strong leader with the ability to motivate cross disciplinary development and commercial teams
• Business planning and strategy skills aligned with the Entertainment sector is a bonus