Job Description
At Sony Pictures VFX, we are committed to creating high-quality, captivating imagery while advancing the future of the visual effects industry. Sony has unique advantages in our approach to storytelling and technology. Join us to be part of this exciting inflection point in VFX!
Responsibilities:
• Lead the strategy, design, and development of proprietary VFX production tools aligned to business needs
• Own the full lifecycle of tool implementation—concept, stakeholder alignment, rollout and training
• Drive change management for tool/process rollouts, training, adoption, and feedback capture
• Lead and evaluate tool effectiveness using data and team feedback; drive continuous improvement roadmaps
• Conduct discovery with cross functional teams to map VFX production/finance workflows (script→wrap) and establish standardized operating procedures to drive continuous improvement across productions
• Influences vendor selection and cost efficiency by developing structured bid comparisons and surfacing data-driven insights that improve scoping accuracy and financial planning.
• Partner with VFX Finance to request and track contract packages for talent and vendors, support deal memo generation
• Lead vendor onboarding and NDA workflows, partnering cross-functionally to ensure compliance with studio requirements and vendor readiness
• Direct fulfillment of technology needs from production side teams through studio technology resources (e.g., DCT), including access, requests, and support
• Define, maintain operational practices across VFX productions to ensure consistency, scalability, and alignment with studio priorities.
Qualifications:
• 2+ years of experience in VFX, either showside or vendor, with a strong understanding of production workflows and industry best practices
• Skilled with industry-standard creative and editorial tools: ShotGrid, SyncSketch, Cinesync
• Strong command of productivity and collaboration platforms: Microsoft Office, Airtable, Lucidchart
• Knowledge of scripting and automation a plus: Python, Excel macros/VBA, Office Scripts, and Power Automate
• Adept in technical storytelling, workflow optimization, and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to multitask in deadline-driven environments
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and quick to adapt in fast-paced, team-oriented settings
• Diplomatic and discreet when handling sensitive issues or confidential information
• Passionate about VFX and the creative technologies that power the artistry behind it
• Committed to continuous learning and improving tools, processes, and team capabilities
Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.
SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.
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To request an accommodation for purposes of participating in the hiring process, you may contact us at [email protected].
Skills Required
- 2+ years of experience in VFX, either showside or vendor
- Skilled with industry-standard creative and editorial tools
- Strong command of productivity and collaboration platforms
- Knowledge of scripting and automation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Sony Pictures Entertainment Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sony Pictures Entertainment and has not been reviewed or approved by Sony Pictures Entertainment.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, mental-health, and wellness programs are broadly available, with recent updates such as CVS/Caremark for prescriptions on Aetna plans. Multiple plan types (including HSA‑eligible options and a California HMO) point to comprehensive coverage breadth.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with immediate company matching and auto-enrollment/auto-increase features supports long-term savings. Additional programs like an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and employer HSA contributions further bolster financial wellbeing.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave described as generous, along with childcare, fertility support, adoption/surrogacy assistance, and backup care, provides broad family coverage. Ancillary supports like Milk Stork and legal assistance reinforce family-related needs.
Sony Pictures Entertainment Insights
What We Do
We are in the business of creativity, making some of the most beloved film and television of all time for every platform in the world. As the most creative and proudly independent studio, our future is boundless. Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) is a division of Sony Group Corporation, a creative entertainment company built on a foundation of technology. Along with our sister companies, we make movies, television, music and games that engage billions of people, connecting creators and audiences around the globe. We are looking for innovators to join us as we forge the future of entertainment! SPE's global operations encompass motion picture production and distribution; television production and distribution; digital content creation and distribution; worldwide channel investments; home entertainment acquisition and distribution, operation of studio facilities; development of new entertainment products, services and technologies; and distribution of filmed entertainment in more than 130 countries.
