VFX Manager , International Originals VFX

Overview

As VFX Manager, you oversee VFX workflows across UK and European scripted content, guiding budgets, schedules, and production partnerships. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to support development through delivery and help shape Amazon MGM’s international originals. The role combines VFX production know-how with strong project management to maintain creative integrity and delivery timelines. You’ll engage with vendors and production partners, driving efficient processes and high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment. This is a pivotal opportunity to influence UK and European content for a global streaming platform.

Responsibilities

• Oversee VFX needs for a slate of UK and European scripted series and films under the Head of VFX, International
• Support greenlight decisions via cross-functional collaboration
• Develop internal VFX assessments from scripts and pre-visual materials
• Guide production planning, budgets, talent, and schedules for VFX
• Build and nurture relationships with VFX vendors and talent, supporting negotiations
• Manage project databases tracking vendor capabilities, talent pools, and resources
• Lead vendor selection, bid evaluation, and work allocation for assigned projects
• Monitor VFX deliverables for quality and adherence to budgets
• Coordinate with marketing and publicity for show promotion
• Own end-to-end VFX production on smaller to mid-sized shows with minimal oversight
• Serve as primary contact with Production Companies, handling contracts, payments, and reporting across production phases
• Identify blockers and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency
• Align procedures with Amazon culture and leadership principles

Key requirements

• Experience in VFX production management within a production company or VFX vendor
• Solid understanding of VFX production from script breakdown to final delivery
• Strong project management skills: schedules, budgets, problem-solving, creative solutions
• Exceptional organizational abilities to juggle multiple projects
• Proficient English communication (written and spoken) at advanced level
• Working knowledge of VFX facilities and freelance talent pools
• Proficiency with production/post tools such as ShotGrid and Airtable

• excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• relationship-building with vendors and internal teams
• detail-oriented with strong organizational discipline
• ShotGrid
• Airtable
• VFX production workflow understanding

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