Production Manager – Branded Content

Nexus Studios

. Oversee the entire animation production pipeline from concept to delivery .

Posted 10/19/2026contractLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing the animation production pipeline, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery of high-quality projects. Proficient in coordinating teams, maintaining production schedules, and resolving challenges within a collaborative environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Animation Production ManagementTeam Coordination Across DepartmentsAnimation Workflows and ProcessesShotGrid Software ExperienceBudget Management and Invoicing

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Hard Skills

Animation Production ManagementBudget ManagementProduction SchedulingResource PlanningProblem-SolvingMultitaskingClient Feedback AssessmentProduction Tracking Systems

Soft Skills

Team ManagementEffective PrioritizationCommunication SkillsCollaborationPositive Work Environment

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeAdobe Creative SuiteGoogle WorkspaceShotGrid

Industry Keywords

AnimationCommercialsCG ProjectsProduction PipelineOperational Workflows

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the entire animation production pipeline from concept to delivery
Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to a high standard
Develop and maintain production schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Coordinate producers, directors/creative leads, and production teams
Set up and manage production tracking systems and maintain database standards
Attend client meetings, take detailed notes, and address feedback
Assess impacts of client feedback on timelines and resources
Manage crew workloads, software, and other resources
Onboard and offboard team members as required
Resolve production-related challenges and prioritize tasks effectively
Foster a positive, collaborative, creative, and efficient working environment
Update budgets, manage invoicing, and ensure smooth operational workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experienced Animation Production Manager with a proven track record in commercials and animation
Proven experience managing animation production for commercials and/or CG projects
Deep understanding of animation workflows and processes
Strong team management abilities, with experience coordinating teams across multiple departments
Proactive problem-solving and effective prioritization skills
Familiarity with MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Google Workspace
Experience with ShotGrid (formerly Shotgun) and other animation production software highly desirable
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong administrative and multitasking skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Must be based in London or able to work from the London studio at least 3 days per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible working practices
An action-packed social events calendar
A collaborative and dynamic working environment
Opportunities to work on impactful projects aligned with AdNet Zero initiative
Inclusive workplace and equal opportunity employer