About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Animation Producer to lead the development and production of a 2D animation series. You will manage a team and oversee all stages of development, production, and post-production, ensuring projects stay on schedule and within budget. This role requires balancing business and creative aspects, coordinating with global teams, and negotiating with vendors.
Responsibilities
- Produce 2D animation series.
- Source, negotiate, and manage animation studios.
- Juggle multiple responsibilities effectively.
- Demonstrate strong technical understanding of the animation pipeline.
- Set up and manage preliminary budgets and production/post schedules.
- Ensure productions adhere to critical assumptions.
- Interact with clients.
- Work with multiple vendors and departments.
- Oversee production processes and personnel from development through delivery.
- Support creative, finance, legal, and general management departments.
- Review production and post-management aspects, including budgets and schedules.
- Track execution of programming plans and production progress.
- Employ a solution-oriented approach to challenges.
- Maintain budgets across all shows.
- Manage teams effectively with organization and motivation.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as a Producer and/or film and television production management.
- Expert scheduling ability with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to generate high-quality material in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexibility to respond to rapidly changing priorities.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and managerial skills.
- Ability to interact with all personality types and work cross-functionally.
- Experience working and negotiating with vendors.
- Flexibility and openness to coordinate with different time zones.
Skills
- Animation production
- 2D animation
- Team management
- Budget management
- Schedule management
- Vendor negotiation
- Client interaction
- Technical understanding of animation pipeline
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Managerial skills
- Scheduling
- VFX/animation content knowledge (a plus)
Location
- London
Work Type
- Onsite
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 5+ years experience as a Producer and/or film and television production management experience
Education Level
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent related work experience required
About the Company
- Moonbug Entertainment is an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids to laugh, learn and grow.
- Moonbug is the creator of popular kids' entertainment brands like CoComelon and Blippi.
- Moonbug's content is available on over 150 video platforms globally.
- Moonbug is a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences.
- Moonbug brands extend beyond screens to include music, toys, games, books, live events, and theme park exhibits.
- Moonbug is part of Candle Media, a creator-friendly home for entertainment brands.
- Candle Media helps leading entertainment businesses achieve accelerated, sustainable growth.
