Production Manager, Feature Animation - Expression of Interest - ILM Vancouver

Job ID 10148713 Location Vancouver, Canada Business Industrial Light & Magic Date posted Apr. 14, 2026

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Job Summary:

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work 2-3 days onsite at a Company designated location and occasionally from home.

This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.

Position Summary

The Production Manager, Feature Animation, collaborates closely with the VFX Producer and is responsible for managing the show schedule. The Production Manager functions as the Producer’s “right hand”, stepping up to support Producer duties as required and keeping a direct line of communication with the production team and VFX Producer (and/or Director of Production) on all aspects of the show. The Production Manager reports to the VFX Show Producer on a daily basis for show specific tasks and reports to the Director of Production for larger career development, compensation, etc.

What You’ll Do

Under direction of VFX Producer, work closely with CG Talent Managers on day-to-day crew needs as required
In collaboration with Producer and Supervisors, create the overall show asset and shot schedule across all disciplines and external vendors, using ILM’s best practices for scheduling. Oversee implementation of schedule by guiding and directing coordinators, Supervisors and leads as needed
Acts as liaison between client side Production team and ILM Production team
In conjunction with Producer, manage the production crew on a daily basis including directing Associate Production Managers, Coordinators and Production Assistants to ensure all show needs are met
Partner with Producer in overseeing roles/responsibilities for Associate Production Managers, Productions Coordinators and Production Assistants
With input from Supervisors and VFX Producer, proactively identify and plan for work to be outsourced. Help identify vendors appropriate for the body of work. Prepare vendor bidding packages, contribute to vendor cost analysis and weekly cost reporting as needed
Proactively problem-solve and raise concerns in all aspects of vendor relations
Assist as liaison with vendors for technical and creative issues that arise to ensure work stays on schedule and optimal workflow is adhered to
In partnership with VFX Supervisor and CG Supervisor, facilitate overall setup of Project (“Show”) pipeline and toolsets
Evaluate and learn artists’ strengths; help develop cross utilization of resources to promote an effective workflow
Manage communication between other ILM global sites
If no Associate Producer is crewed to the project, act as default leader when the Producer is out of office or otherwise engaged including client contact and running bid meetings
In partnership with Producer, monitor costs to date and crewing plans against budget
Supervise, delegate to, and consult on creation of training plan for APM(s), Production Coordinator(s) and Production Assistant(s)

What We’re Looking For

Seven years minimum work experience in Feature Animation production environments
Proven management experience in Feature Animation over multiple projects
Possess strong working knowledge of Feature Animation and Visual Effects techniques and terminology
Must have the ability to juggle multiple tasks, work with diverse personalities and work within strict deadlines
Demonstrated experience training, mentoring and managing Associate Production Managers, Coordinators and PAs
Must demonstrate very strong organizational and communication skills and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner while meeting deadlines
Proficiency in Macs/PCs including Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of Shotgrid required
Ability to work on a computer/keyboard for long periods of time
Ability to work overtime as needed
Attention to detail, follow through and strong communication skills

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The hiring range for this position in Vancouver is C$87,200 to C$111,600 per year based on a 40-hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

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About Industrial Light & Magic:

Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.

About The Walt Disney Company:

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