Purpose

Wild Card Creative is looking for a freelance Graphics Finishing Producer. The primary purpose of this position is to support the daily Finishing workflow and finishing requests of the Graphics department. The Graphics Finishing Producer has up to date and reliable knowledge of graphics finishing delivery specs for theatrical and streaming platforms and workflows, is adaptable to changing project priority shifts of the day and is a master of organization and communication. The Finishing Producer liaises daily with internal team members as well as clients to ensure perfect delivery and client satisfaction. The position works in an organized team environment that relies heavily on collaboration and file sharing. Typical projects include theatrical teasers, trailers and TV spots, as well as network promos. This role requires a high degree of flexibility and a willingness to adapt to the dynamic nature of the job. 

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with Head of Graphics to schedule the finishing team, forecast resource needs, troubleshoot, and mentor finishing coordinator.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in order to prioritize projects and ensure timely completion of deliverables (internal and external) to specification.
• Liaise with internal teams and clients for graphics finishing needs.
• Facilitate all communications for graphic finishing internally and externally.
• Work closely with graphics artists and finance team to maintain and ensure accurate and on time work orders in support of billing and prepare daily graphics status updates.
• Anticipate project conflicts and work with the client, Creative Director, and Editorial Producer to resolve any conflicts.
• Review all work against specifications before submitting. Monitor and maintain a high level of quality control over all assets and ensure all incoming/outgoing finishing graphics are delivered correctly, to requested specifications, and in a timely manner.
• Track of the status of current projects and requests.
• Maintain organization of shared files by managing archival stock footage, researching projects and maintaining efficiency of workflow.

Required Skills

• MUST HAVE 2+ years professional experience finishing motion graphics within the entertainment marketing industry.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with exceptional organization and high level of attention to detail.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and be resourceful.
• Capable of problem-solving and project management.
• Available to work a flexible schedule including late nights and occasional weekend support.
• Ability to take direction, multi-task and prioritize simultaneously while maintaining a level headedness in a fast-paced creative environment.
• Proactive rather than reactive and able to take constructive criticism while managing the workflow of creative projects.
• Personable and able to develop/nurture relationships with freelance and staff designers.
• Positive outlook and enjoy what you do.
• Understanding of graphics software and tools including, but not limited to, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Cinema 4D.
• Familiarity with offline and finishing film standards (frame rates, aspect ratios, color space, Codecs, etc.) and After Effects/Cinema 4D.
• Design background is preferred.

Compensation Range 

• Pursuant to California law, the compensation range for this freelance position is $55 - 75 per hour. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and business needs.