Production Manager
About the position
Goodbye Kansas are looking for a Production Manager to join our talented global production team to work on a variety of exciting projects. Reporting directly to the Head of Production for Europe, you are key to supporting the Producer in the successful running of the project. You will be responsible for liaising with all departments, scheduling, delegating tasks, as well as mentoring and leading Production Coordinators and/or Assistants on the projects.
The Production division is one of the pillars of Goodbye Kansas and this role requires working in a transparent and inclusive manner to enable the best internal and external communication possible for the project and teams.
What we offer
A fun, creative, international and inclusive environment
Working as part of the global production team
Opportunities for personal growth, a wide variety of projects and experienced co-workers that collaborate and share knowledge
Flexible working hours encouraging work-life balance
Hybrid working environment
What you will get to do
Assist with the project requirements in crewing the show alongside the Producer and Central Production Manager
Create and maintain the project master and delivery schedules, including setting project priorities and milestones
Ensure all relevant schedules are kept up to date within the production tracking database on a regular basis as well as time tracking
Communicate with Producers, Coordinators, creative and technical leads regarding directives and production requirements of specific projects
Oversee the Coordinators in the execution of the project task schedules
Act as a point of coordination and contact between the day-to-day production team and the project's senior management staff
Manage the project Coordinators and/or assistants
Oversee the coordination of dailies and reviews, ensuring accurate notes are taken and production priorities are distributed and followed
Assist the Producer in generating internal progress reports for the production and management teams and forecast any delays or overages
Act as liaison to facilitate VFX turnovers and ensure deliveries of the VFX work to client
Work with departmental heads/supervisors to ensure artists are assigned to appropriate projects/tasks
What you will bring
3+ years experience in a VFX studio
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, a willingness and ability to learn new skills and technology
Strong planning and organisational skills
Confidence and enthusiasm when communicating in person and in a remote / hybrid environment
Enjoys working in a fast-paced creative team environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills are critical
Must be a team player as well as be able to lead the team where necessary
Proficiency in spreadsheet and database software especially Excel and FTrack
Goodbye Kansas Studios offers award-winning and uniquely integrated services for feature films, TV series, commercials, games and game trailers. Expertise includes VFX, FX, CG productions, 3D Face & Body Scanning, Digital Humans, Creature & Character design, Performance Capture, Animation and RealTime expertise. The company, with a staff of 300+ is part of Goodbye Kansas Group AB (publ), listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market and with studios and offices in Stockholm and London.
- Department
- Production Department
- Locations
- London

London
Perks and benefits 💫
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At Goodbye Kansas we strive to cultivate an inclusive company culture that celebrates the passion and talent of our employees. We know that creative excellence needs not only ground-breaking technology, innovation and talent, but also a healthy company culture to support our team members.
As an employee at Goodbye Kansas, you’re not just working with inspiring colleagues, you are also entitled to a series of benefits.
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A hybrid model 🖥
We offer a 100% flexible working arrangements. Come into the office or work from home, it's up to you.
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Generous holiday 🏖
All employees enjoy a minimum 25 days of annual leave plus local bank holidays.
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Paid overtime for all artists 👍
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Body and mind 🙏🏼
Aside from various wellness initiatives throughout the year we also offer a range of activities such as yoga and meditation, massage at work just to name a few. We also offer a healthy yearly fitness contribution.
To look after your mind we are partnering with Bluecall offering 10 personalised therapist session per employee/year. -
We got you covered 💌
At Goodbye Kansas you can rest assured you are properly insured. Apart from a company pension scheme you will also be covered by an occupational sickness insurance as well as life insurance.
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100% Swedish lifestyle guaranteed 🤩
About Goodbye Kansas
Goodbye Kansas Studios offers award-winning and uniquely integrated services for feature films, TV series, commercials, games and game trailers. Expertise includes VFX, FX, CG productions, 3D Face & Body Scanning, Digital Humans, Creature & Character design, Performance Capture, Animation and RealTime expertise. The company, with a staff of 300+ is part of Goodbye Kansas Group AB (publ), listed on the Nasdaq First North Growth Market and with studios and offices in Stockholm, London, Helsinki, Vilnius, Belgrade, Beijing, Los Angeles & Vancouver.
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