Disney Job in India: Director, Studio Technology

Disney is offering a job opportunity in Mumbai, India as a Director, Studio Technology who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, and passion for great filmmaking that define ILM.

The Director, Studio Technology is responsible for overseeing the technical operation of the studio, under the direction of the Global Lucasfilm CTO and the Executive in Charge (India) and partnering with the global ILM studios to ensure consistency and compatibility is maintained.

• Partner with technology leadership on global studio strategies and projects to drive and develop VFX production on a global scale; strive to identify and implement efficient and cost-effective ways of working.
• Partner with the India studio management team to recognize and help define the strategic and operational needs of the studio to continue to function and become more efficient; work with the CTO and global peers to identify and deliver appropriate technical solutions.
• Partner with the India show leadership teams to ensure that they have the support and resources they require to successfully execute projects; keep informed of show status and progress, provide extended coverage as needed and possible; work to keep the studio operational.
• Provide regular status reports to studio management, global Technology Operations leaders and CTO.
• Ensure that the India studio technology team is appropriately staffed and that they are aware of the requirements and expectations of their positions within the studio; be responsible for mentoring and training team members as required.

1. Bachelor's degree in an industry relevant discipline.
2. Significant experience within a technical leadership role within the VFX industry or related field.
3. Experience working for a global company and liaising with teams based across many time zones.
4. Proven experience and confidence to successfully managing multiple, high-profile projects 
5. Strong people management skills; ability to inspire, mentor and develop a highly motivated and happy team.
6. Ability to work effectively with non-technical employees across the organization and at all levels.
7. Thorough knowledge of the range of VFX disciplines and the processes employed in the creation of high-end visual effects.
8. Working knowledge of VFX tools, for example Nuke and Maya, and how they are used within the VFX pipeline
9. Excellent project management and prioritization skills within a highly dynamic environment.
10. Excellent written and verbal communicator.
11. Ability to successfully manage vendor relationships

About Walt Disney:

The mission of The Walt Disney Company is to entertain, inform and inspire people around the globe through the power of unparalleled storytelling, reflecting the iconic brands, creative minds and innovative technologies that make ours the world’s premier entertainment company.

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