Job Description

Post Team Lead at IDEOLOGY

Looking for Your Next Creative Leadership Adventure?

We're seeking a talented Post Team Lead to join our dynamic team at IDEOLOGY. If you're passionate about post-production excellence and love leading creative teams to their full potential, we want to talk to you. This role combines technical expertise, creative leadership, and strategic thinking to drive our post-production operations forward.

Position Summary

The Post Team Lead oversees all post-production operations for IDEOLOGY. This role is responsible for maintaining post-production excellence, managing editor workload, establishing technical standards, and editing as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Expertise & Software Proficiency

• Expert-level proficiency in professional post-production software including:
• Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop)
• DaVinci Resolve (color grading and editing)
• Working knowledge of 3D animation software (Maya, Cinema 4D, or similar) is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot technical issues across multiple software platforms
• Stay current with software updates, new features, and industry standards
• Ability to provide software-specific training and guidance to team members

Hands-On Production Capabilities

• Maintain strong editing and animation skills to assist with projects when needed
• Ability to step in and execute hands-on work during high-volume periods
• Review and provide feedback on team members' work from a technical perspective

Project & Budget Management

• Review and analyze edit times to establish accurate project timelines
• Assist PMs and Producers with detailed budget estimates for post-production phases
• Monitor project progress against budgeted hours and costs
• Identify potential budget overages early and propose solutions
• Collaborate with production teams to optimize shoot-to-edit workflows
• Ensure projects maintain profitability while meeting quality standards

Post-Production Leadership

• Supervise and coordinate a team of editors, animators, and post-production contractors
• Collaborate with Creative Directors and Production Leads to assign and schedule post-production resources
• Monitor and balance editor workloads to ensure efficient project completion
• Conduct regular team meetings to review project status and address challenges
• Participate in performance reviews for post-production team members
• Identify training needs and professional development opportunities for the team
• Conduct regular reviews and feedback sessions with post team members
• Participate in performance reviews for post team members
• Experience with a variety of post-production software systems 

Contractor Network Development & Management

• Build and maintain a diverse roster of specialized post-production contractors including:
• Video editors
• Motion graphics artists
• Animators
• Colorists
• VFX artists
• Sound designers
• Other post-production specialists
• Conduct portfolio reviews and technical assessments of potential contractors
• Match contractor capabilities with project requirements
• Establish rate cards and agreement templates for different contractor types

Innovation & AI Implementation

• Research and evaluate emerging post-production technologies and AI solutions
• Develop and implement AI-enhanced workflows for Post-Production where necessary.
• Test and validate new AI tools and workflows
• Train team members on new AI-enhanced processes
• Stay current with industry developments in AI and automation

Technical Systems Management

• Oversee and maintain all post-production tools and systems
• Manage editing suite configurations and software licensing
• Establish and update technical specifications for deliverables
• Research and implement new post-production technologies
• Ensure system redundancy and backup protocols
• Troubleshoot technical issues and coordinate repairs
• Manage relationships with technical vendors and service providers

Project Archival & Asset Management

• Develop and enforce project archival standards and procedures
• Design and maintain digital asset management systems
• Establish naming conventions and folder structures
• Create and update documentation for archival processes
• Ensure proper backup and redundancy of archived materials
• Manage storage resources and plan for future needs
• Coordinate with clients on archival requirements and deliverable specifications
• Maintain archive catalog

Resource Planning

• Forecast post-production resource needs
• Review budgets to verify we are scoped accurately
• Plan and budget for equipment and software updates
• Manage post-production facility resources
• Monitor team capacity and recommend staffing adjustments
• Evaluate and onboard post-production contractors as needed
• Balance internal team capacity with contractor availability
• Forecast AI tool subscription and licensing needs
• Plan implementation phases for new technologies

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in professional post-production
• Expert-level proficiency in industry-standard post-production software
• Demonstrated team leadership experience
• Strong technical problem-solving abilities
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Deep understanding of post-production workflows and processes
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience with budget management and resource planning

Why IDEOLOGY?

The Essentials

• Competitive salary that rewards your expertise
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Generous PTO to recharge and inspire
• Parental leave when your family grows
• 401k for your future planning

The Perks

• Modern, creative workspace designed for collaboration
• Fully stocked bar for team celebrations
• Regular company parties and team outings
• Ping pong and pickleball courts on site
• Monthly birthday lunches with the team
• Dynamic, creative environment that fosters innovation

Ready to Join Our Creative Community?

If you're excited about leading a talented post-production team and helping shape the future of creative content, we want to hear from you! Share your story with us through your resume and cover letter. Show us not just your technical expertise, but your vision for leading a creative team.

To apply, please upload your resume combined as a PDF with your cover letter. We're looking forward to learning what makes you the perfect fit for this role!

IDEOLOGY is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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