Consumer Products Manager

About us:
Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 14 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our biggest IP; Digital Circus, has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come.

Job Information:

Glitch Productions is looking for an experienced manager to join our consumer products team, working specifically with our figurines and 3D product design teams. The role will see you work closely with the Head of Consumer Products, as well as your fellow merchandise managers and logistics managers to lead a team of highly skilled artists in the creation of our best-selling figurine product lines: Animatez and Animiniz. This is a fast-paced and exciting position that allows you to use both your creative and logical skills as you oversee every stage of the creation of our figures, from product development to fulfilment. If you love creative products and working with a team of passionate artists, this is a position for you.

Your duties will include:

• Managing the schedules and priorities of the figurine product team, including several developers, designers, modellers, and external contractors in order to meet release dates and quality standards.
• Providing the first round of quality assurance on submitted models to ensure they meet requirements specified in design briefs and concept art.
• Translating and communicating strategies and goals from the Head of Consumer Products into actionable tasks, briefs, and design documents to be disseminated to the wider team.
• Coordinating with our manufacturer to solve problems and answer questions related to the production of figurines and statues.
• Gathering resources, design files, art bibles, and concept art for use by our designers in their creations.

A successful candidate will have:

• 5+ years working in figure design, development, and/or manufacturing industry.
• 2+ years experience in a leadership or management position.
• An understanding of the figurine development cycle and 3D art.
• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese is a big advantage.
• A detail oriented mind along with an eye for good visuals and aesthetics.

Bonus Skills:

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and time management skills.
• An understanding or experience with the arts, animation, gaming, and/or 'internet nerd' culture.
• Be extremely organized and have a strong work ethic.
• Experience with 3D modelling software and workflows.
• Experience with illustration and design software such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.

What we offer:

• A competitive starting salary with reviews every 6 months.
• A flexible work arrangement and schedule, with options for work from home and flexi-hours.
• A casual and fun office environment where individual input is valued.
• Regular work functions and free entry to conventions and events.
• Relocation assistance for workers wishing to move to Sydney.
• Close to public transport in the heart of Parramatta CBD.
• Paid for gym memberships.
• Regular company breakfasts/lunches.
• A diverse team that values independent input and career development.

Our values

Glitch Productions has an art-first mindset. Regardless of which team we're in, every single team member's core mission is to create the best art possible, and delight our audience that has given us so much. We achieve this mission through our values:

Passion: First and foremost, every team member has a passion for the work we do and why we do it. It's what allows us to contribute our creative energy, pitch new concepts, and give everything we make a personal touch that resonates with our fans.

Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room, to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology, we have always had a focus on innovation and new ideas. We always try to push the boundaries of our industry and keep things fresh and exciting for both the team and our audience.

Teamwork: Animation takes a big team of incredibly talented people and everyone is always ready to pitch in and lend a hand. We believe that our diversity and range of skills are what allows us to create works none of us could do on our own.

Integrity: Our integrity is the heart of our core mission. It's what allows us to do right for our projects and for each other.

At Glitch Productions, we're passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our values as a creative studio.

We hire based on skills, passion and potential, and celebrate the diverse perspectives that make our team stronger. We welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, educational backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

Simply put, if you're a good person and share our passion for animation, we want to hear from you