Korean Language Lead
WelocalizeSalary not specified
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
VFX, Entertainment, Film ProductionIndustries
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in VFX production management roles, ideally within a studio or VFX production company, with proven leadership of large teams (50+ people)
- Thorough understanding of production and post-production processes, and knowledge of the broader Korean film business ecosystem
- Exceptional organizational, project management, and resource management skills, with a track record of overseeing multiple complex project schedules
- Excellent bi-lingual (written and verbal) communication skills (native Korean speaker with fluency in English), with experience collaborating effectively across cross-functional and cross-cultural teams
- Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities; able to make proactive decisions and drive continuous improvement under pressure
- People-oriented leader, adept at mentoring, fostering teamwork, and building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels
- Over ten years of hands-on VFX production management experience within a studio or production company
- Deep expertise in the local content production ecosystem
Responsibilities
- Oversee all active productions in Seoul, ensuring projects stay on budget and on schedule
- Serve as the primary escalation point for VFX project issues
- Analyze cost report metrics and title schedules, offering data-driven recommendations to improve efficiency and ensure on-time delivery
- Guide resource allocation and title prioritization across all active projects in Seoul
- Supervise and mentor regional production staff, providing training and fostering company culture
- Guide the technology training team to develop curricula that advance artist skills and support adoption of generative workflows
- Liaise with Netflix APAC (excluding India) to align business objectives with production goals; partner with internal and external teams to support diverse projects
- Collaborate with global VFX Production leaders to maintain consistent standards and efficiency across regions
- Identify workflow gaps and automation opportunities; work with technical teams to implement effective solutions
- Lead the Seoul-based team through all stages of VFX project delivery, from pre-production to final handoff, ensuring strategic, creative, and operational success
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What experience level is required for the Director of VFX Production role?
Candidates need 15+ years of experience in VFX production management roles, ideally within a studio or VFX production company, with proven leadership of large teams (50+ people). Over ten years of hands-on VFX production management experience is also emphasized.
Is this position remote or based in a specific location?
The role is based in Seoul, leading the local team through all stages of VFX project delivery.
What language skills are required for this job?
The ideal candidate is a native Korean speaker with fluency in English to collaborate with global partners, and excellent bi-lingual (written and verbal) communication skills.
What does the company culture emphasize for this leadership role?
The role involves supervising and mentoring regional production staff, providing training, and fostering company culture as a people-oriented leader adept at mentoring, fostering teamwork, and building relationships.
What makes a strong candidate for this Director of VFX Production position?
Strong candidates have 15+ years in VFX production management leading large teams, deep knowledge of the Korean film ecosystem, bilingual Korean-English fluency, exceptional organizational and strategic skills, and a people-oriented leadership style.
Scanline VFX
Provides visual effects and real-time production
About Scanline VFX
Scanline VFX specializes in creating visual effects for films and television. The company uses its proprietary fluid simulation software, Flowline, to produce realistic natural elements like fire, smoke, and water. This software has been recognized with an Academy Award for its technical achievements. Scanline VFX stands out from its competitors by combining a large, diverse team of over 1,200 professionals with significant investments in its technology and infrastructure, particularly from Netflix. This allows them to take on a wide range of projects, both for Netflix and other clients. The goal of Scanline VFX is to help filmmakers achieve their artistic visions while pushing the limits of what can be done in visual effects and real-time production.
Grünwald, GermanyHeadquarters
1989Year Founded
M_AND_ACompany Stage
Design, EntertainmentIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Professional Development Budget
Flexible Work Hours
Risks
Increased competition from emerging VFX studios in Asia.
AI-driven VFX tools may disrupt traditional workflows.
Volatility in streaming service investments could impact Scanline's project pipeline.
Differentiation
Scanline VFX's proprietary software, Flowline, creates photorealistic natural phenomena.
Eyeline Studios offers unmatched flexibility in real-time filmmaking.
Scanline VFX has a global presence with studios in seven key locations.
Upsides
Netflix's investment enhances Scanline's pipeline and infrastructure.
Rising demand for high-quality VFX in streaming content benefits Scanline.
Expansion into South Korea capitalizes on emerging market opportunities.
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