Production Manager - CG Animated Feature Film - NL/BE

ph3Production Manager – CG Animated Feature Film – NL/BE /h3 /brp15 juli 2026 /p /brpbLanguage: /b Dutch and/or English /p /brpbLocation: /bAmsterdam or Antwerp (on-site) bPreferred period: /bSept 2026 – December 2027 /p /brpSubmarine’s animation slate features a multitude of award-winning films and series, which are as varied in style as in their target demographic. Submarine Animation prides itself in its ability not to be confined to just one look or technique – putting the needs of each individual project front-and-center. As such, we work with 2D as well as 3D animation, digital as well as traditional crafts, and live-action/animation hybrids. /p /brh3About the Production /h3 /brpWe are currently producing a high-end, fully CG animated family feature film with a distinctive stylised cinematic look. Created by a passionate, international team of artists and technicians, the project is a South African co-production with Diprente and directed by Wip Vernooij. /p /brpThe film, Spike , follows a proud and powerful rhinoceros who loses his horn and is forced to journey across the South African savanna alongside his estranged teenage son, Enzo. As they search for their way home, Spike must confront a new reality, learning that true strength lies not in power, but in vulnerability, connection, and growth. /p /brh3About the Role /h3 /brpAs Production Manager, you are responsible for the day-to-day planning, coordination, and execution of animation production. Working closely with the director, producer, department heads, and external partner studios, you ensure the project remains on track, within scope, and according to the highest creative and technical standards. /p /brpYou are the operational backbone of the production, translating creative ambitions into clear schedules, efficient workflows, and effective communication across all departments. You proactively identify risks, solve production challenges, and keep teams aligned throughout every stage of the pipeline. /p /brh3Responsibilities /h3 /brul /brliProduction Planning Scheduling /brul /brliDevelop, maintain, and continuously update global production schedules. /li /brliBreak down production plans into detailed task schedules, milestones, dependencies, and deadlines. /li /brliMonitor progress against schedules and proactively identify delays, bottlenecks, and risks. /li /brliWork closely with department heads to plan workloads across all stages of production. /li /br /ul /br /li /brliTeam Coordination Communication /brul /brliAct as the central point of coordination between creative, technical, and production teams. /li /brliLead regular production meetings, track action points, and communicate priorities. /li /brliEnsure teams have access to the latest production materials, briefs, and documentation. /li /brliMentor and support Production Coordinators in their day-to-day work. /li /br /ul /br /li /brliResource Budget Management /brul /brliImplement and monitor the agreed production scope in man-days. /li /brliTrack departmental time spent against forecasts and report variances. /li /brliIdentify potential overruns and work with producers to develop mitigation strategies. /li /br /ul /br /li /brliWorkflow Pipeline Management /brul /brliEstablish and maintain efficient production workflows and pipelines. /li /brliEnsure consistent file management, version control, and delivery standards. /li /brliConfigure and maintain production tracking tools such as ShotGrid and production spreadsheets. /li /br /ul /br /li /brliCoordinate daily communication with co-production partners and external studios. /li /brliMonitor external deliveries against agreed schedules and quality expectations. /li /brliEscalate scheduling or production issues where required. /li /brliQuality Control Problem Solving /brul /brliMonitor departmental output to ensure creative and technical standards are met. /li /brliResolve operational production challenges relating to scheduling, staffing, workflows, or tools. /li /brliEscalate creative or structural issues to the Producers when appropriate. /li /br /ul /br /li /brliAnticipate production risks and develop practical contingency plans. /li /brliSupport conflict resolution across teams and stakeholders. /li /brliPrepare projects for final delivery, documentation, and archiving. /li /brliContribute operational insights and production data to project post-mortems. /li /br /ul /brh3Requirements /h3 /brul /brliProven experience as a Production Manager or Senior Production Coordinator on features within animation, VFX, games, or a related creative industry. /li /brliStrong understanding of animation production pipelines and workflows. /li /brliExcellent planning, scheduling, and organisational skills. /li /brliExperience managing multiple teams and production priorities simultaneously. /li /brliStrong communication and management skills. /li /brliAbility to identify risks early and implement practical solutions. /li /brliExperience working with production management software such as ShotGrid (Flow Production Tracking) or similar tools. /li /brliStrong spreadsheet and reporting skills. /li /brliComfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative production environment. /li /brliFluent in English, both written and spoken. /li /br /ul /brh3Nice to Have /h3 /brul /brliExperience working with international co-productions or distributed teams. /li /brliKnowledge of budgeting and production forecasting. /li /brliFamiliarity with 3D pipelines. /li /brliExperience implementing production workflows and pipeline improvements. /li /brliExperience working with remote collaboration tools and cloud-based production pipelines. /li /brliPassion for animation, storytelling, and creative technology. /li /br /ul /brh3What we offer /h3 /brul /brliA key role on a feature-length CG animated film. /li /brliA collaborative international team of artists and technicians. /li /brliA creative environment with plenty of room for collaboration. /li /brliFlexible working arrangements. /li /brliCompetitive compensation based on experience. /li /br /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr