Marks
Resource Manager
Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Term Contract (14 months), starting Nov 1
Marks, part of the Propelis Group, Marks is a consumer experience agency
creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrum—from brand design and
packaging, to content and consumer connections. We are a collaborative global
network of 1,900+ team members across 25+ studios and 20+ countries, partnering
with some of the world’s most recognized brands to solve complex business
challenges through design, strategy, and craft.
Role
A proactive, process-led resource manager, experienced working in a fast-paced
creative environment. An empathetic problem solver with brilliant interpersonal
skills, used to working efficiently and autonomously in a multi-discipline
production studio. A trusted partner for producers, project managers and
discipline leads who takes pride in casting the right talent for each request,
not just filling gaps in a spreadsheet. A networked team player who understands
the nuanced individual talents and capabilities of every creative, CGI artist,
retoucher, video editor and animator on the team.
Key Responsibilities
Support development & implementation of weekly resource planning processes
across a global team.
Centralise, forecast, organise and allocate all resource requests from the
production team.
Identify skills, maximise availability and utilisation for the in-house team
of CGI artists, retouchers, finishing artists, photographers, video editors
and animators
Pencil all studio resource requests from producers, as far in advance as
possible
Confirm all studio resource bookings with discipline leads, weekly in
advance
Work with the Resource Manager to proactively identify risks before they
impact delivery.
Forecast, source, onboard and book freelance resources when necessary to meet
fluctuating demand.
Skills and Abilities
Experience in a CGI-led studio environment
Excellent knowledge of cloud-based tools like Excel, Keynote, Outlook, Mac,
Flow, Crew Planning and Workfront
Resource reporting – provide accurate, timely and relevant data to the
business and studio leadership team to enable decision-making.
Resource monitoring – timesheets, holidays, absences etc. working with
existing Marks platforms
Freelance networking – managing and maintaining strong freelance
relationships and ‘black book’
Relationship management – building, managing and maintaining close working
relationships with CGI artists, retouchers, finishing artists, photographers,
video editors and animators
Problem solving – prioritising resource conflicts and escalating proposed
solutions
Nice to have’s…
Interest or knowledge of resource management tools and systems
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting phase of growth for our business. You’ll work alongside some
of the industry’s most dedicated talent on global-scope projects for
world-renowned brands. We offer a supportive, nurturing culture that values
technical accuracy, integrity, and speed to market.
Note: This job description does not form part of the employee’s contract of
employment but is provided for guidance.
The precise duties and responsibilities of any job may be expected to change
over time.
About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and
technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000
employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and
support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and
identity of each company in its portfolio.
For more information visit: www.MakeMarks.com
EEO Statement: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment
is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. We offer
equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.
We strive to make our employment website and application process accessible to
all users and applicants. In doing so, we provide reasonable accommodations to
applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable
accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a
member of our Human Resource Team.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range
displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new
hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range,
individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including
job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your
recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred
location during the hiring process.
This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various
states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, DE, ME,
NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, VT, WY, and WV.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic
markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay
range for this position is $70 - $75 USD hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay,
we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other
job-related factors.
Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with
prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental
life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care
expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term
disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.
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