Producer

(9-12 month contract, starting October 2025)

Optical Arts is a creative studio based in London. We direct and produce live action and CG films, stills and other creative projects, for brands such as Apple, Dyson, La Mer, Louis Vuitton, Nike and C4. We also develop our own creative studio projects and practice wherever possible.

Job Overview:

The Producer will have multiple responsibilities across Optical Arts, mostly focusing on the CG / 3D animation side of the studio output but with scope to produce live action shoots too, across both film and stills.

For this contract, experience in CG production and/or motion graphics, particularly in a creative studio environment, would be the priority for the role. Working with the creative team and EP on creative pitches and budgets for agencies and clients would also be a key responsibility.

You will be working with and supporting the Optical Arts team; managing the approach, schedule and production of each job and ensuring that the creative brief, deadlines and deliverables are met. Optical Arts produce much of our work in-house, and this is a hands-on role, managing the daily workflow and teams of artists, as well as being agency/client facing.

You should have a passion for creating beautifully crafted imagery and have a keen interest in art and design. Optical Arts is a collaborative environment where ideas, action and passion are welcomed from all members of the team.

Optical Arts’ staff work from our office in London (de Beauvoir, N1) 4-5 days per week, so this role is suitable for somebody who is also able and keen to work out of the studio 4 x days per week – this is essential for working closely with and managing the in-house team here. This role isn’t suitable for somebody needing to primarily work remotely.

Job Description:

Producer

• Liaise with the EP, Optical Arts creative directors and team to produce and deliver commercial and inhouse projects.
• Maintain a detailed overview of projects at every stage of production.
• Source freelance 3D / 2D artists where necessary to build teams needed to create the work.
• Responsible for maintaining good client relations and being the main point of contact for clients during a project.
• Preparing the production budget and monitoring/tracking progress on expenditure.
• Preparing detailed bid notes and ensuring that any contractual obligations are adhered to.
• Scheduling a production and monitoring any production developments that may impact on the project being delivered on time.
• Leading daily meetings with the CG team, both in-house and freelance
• Supporting the team and helping maintain a positive and supportive working environment
• Allocating artists to projects as required and tracking artist time spent on projects
• Leading meetings and calls with clients, agencies, directors, crew, etc
• Reporting back to EP and the company founder regularly on the progress of projects and studio status.
• Overseeing the delivery of work in progress and final deliverables to clients, and ensuring quality control is of a high standard.
• Attending shoots, presentations and client meetings where necessary.
• Liaising with technical support / engineering to help troubleshoot when necessary
• Ensuring that software licenses are updated where necessary and artists have the hardware and software required to work productively.
• Providing creative, strategic and production support during pitch production.
• Pitching for new business and identifying opportunities wherever possible.

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years experience at a creative studio, motion design studio or VFX company in a producer role, or in a production company with solid experience of CG projects and workflow. Experience producing shoots is an advantage but not essential.

• Good working knowledge of budgeting software, google drive, general production processes – excellent computer literacy is a given.
• Good knowledge of Stills, Film, social and OOH deliverable formats.
• Experienced in pitch development, scheduling and budget management.
• Experience in contracting and production insurance would be a bonus Excellent knowledge of 3D and post-production processes and workflow.
• Proficient in technical liaison and a good understanding of workflows for 3D, compositing and editing, eg.Photoshop, Houdini, Maya, Nuke, Flame, After Effects, C4D, Final Cut Pro, etc

Personal Specification/Competencies

• Energetic and motivated to inspire the team and create excellent work.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak confidently to clients, directors, talent and staff at all levels.
• Exemplary people and time management skills
• Experience and skilled in client liaison and management.
• Ability to work on multiple projects, stay within budget and meet deadlines.
• Superb problem solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Confident, positive and a team player.
• Approachable, hard working and resourceful with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Great taste and attention to detail would be a bonus.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Please send CV and covering letter to [email protected] by 1^st August 2025

Optical Arts are an equal opportunity employer, meaning we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information or parental status.