Senior Manager Visual Effects Job at Sphere Entertainment Co. in Burbank

Senior Manager, Visual Effects

Sphere Entertainment Co. (NYSE: SPHR) is a premier live entertainment and media company. The Company includes Sphere, a next‑generation entertainment medium powered by cutting‑edge technologies to redefine the future of entertainment. The first Sphere venue in Las Vegas opened in September 2023. In addition, the Company includes MSG Networks, operating MSG Network and MSG Sportsnet, and the direct‑to‑consumer streaming product MSG+, delivering a wide range of live sports content and other programming.

Who are we hiring?

The Senior Manager, Visual Effects is responsible for managing and tracking Visual Effects production from bidding through final delivery. The role covers all aspects of VFX workflow, from initial breakdown and bidding, through planning, scheduling, and progress tracking for internal and external resources. The position collaborates across Creative, Capture, Production, Post Production, and IO departments, and works closely with the VFX Supervisor and Production Lead to align vendors, artists, and resources. The Senior Manager reports to the VP of Visual Effects and delivers within scope, budget, and schedule.

Responsibilities

• Predict, source, onboard, and supervise freelance and temporary artists or production support during production periods.
• Bid, award, and oversee external Visual Effects vendors from onboarding through production to final delivery.
• Work with clients, internal relationship leads, creative, capture, post production, technology, and venue teams to ensure successful execution of all digital content for XO, media plane, and atrium content.
• Create production bids and schedules for external Visual Effects partners and in‑house artist work across Sphere and Exo experiences.
• Ensure experiences and projects stay within budget and schedule of Creative Scope; review and approve change orders with stakeholders.
• Liaise with the Creative Team to support creative scope within the content budget and schedule.
• Provide metrics and work closely with TPM to identify and track operational issues.
• Support artists with resources (software plugins, software) to reach project milestones and deliver completed shots.
• Help manage artists’ times across shots and shows by working with Production Lead and VFX Supervisor.
• Track in‑shot grid day‑to‑day progress and generate timely, easy‑to‑read reports to leadership.
• Identify potential production problems and collaborate with leadership and VFX Supervisor to keep creative decisions on budget and schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in production at a large studio or production company, with specific experience leading VFX/Digital production and creating special format media.
• Must work independently and communicate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Build rapport and strong relationships within teams of artists and the studio.
• Attention to detail with a focus on improving operational efficiencies.
• Proficient in resource‑management tools and Excel (Shot Grid strongly preferred).
• Proactive and passionate about quality.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflict.
• Manage multiple tasks in a high‑pressure environment.

Pay Range

$113,000—$185,000 USD

Benefits

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents, and acquire the skills needed for growth. The company prioritizes employee growth and longevity.

EEO Statement

MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities in compliance with federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws. We consider applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, and we provide reasonable accommodations as required.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time