PurpleDOG’s Post Production Project Manager is the vital connection between the company’s team, Film Producers, and Post-Production Supervisors, fostering smooth communication and ensuring client satisfaction. They are entrusted with the ultimate responsibility of taking a film from start to finish in the post-production process and completing the expected work on time while exceeding expectations.

Employment: Full-time, fixed-term one-year contract with an option for renewal.

Salary: Based on experience.

Location: On-site (not remote) at our post-production facility in Mississauga, Ontario.

Deadline to apply: March 31st, 2025. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the deadline. Early applications are encouraged.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• From start to finish, simultaneously manage the planning, scheduling, and post-production workflow of a number of projects.
• Represent the company as the primary point of contact for clients, clearly understanding project requirements, deadlines, and potential challenges while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Assign, manage, and oversee the work of PurpleDOG’s departmental resources for each project.
• Anticipate any issues or challenges that may arise during the post-production process by applying existing knowledge of post-production processes.
• Report all changes to the scope of work or issues requiring account management-level support.
• Effectively communicate with team members about objectives, track accountability for the quality of delivered work, provide timely updates, maintain project management software, and keep project calendars accurate and up-to-date.

IMPORTANT PREREQUISITES:

• 5+ years of applicable experience in a long-format motion picture project management role in a post-production company.
• Thorough understanding of the filmmaking process from dailies to delivery, as well as A++ knowledge of the overall post-production process, both creative and technical.
• Comprehensive expertise in each post-production department (Colour Correction, VFX, Online, Sound & Deliverables).
• Solid technical understanding of video formats, codecs, frame rates, resolutions, etc.
• Understanding of Digital Cinema technology.
• Familiarity with Video Quality Control and the ability to understand and discuss issues.
• Understanding of closed captioning formats and standards.
• Expert working knowledge of Windows & Mac OS, Google Workspace, and the ability to quickly dissect, evaluate, and adapt to new software.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• You are a self-starter.
• A positive, can-do attitude that projects onto the rest of the team.
• Leadership abilities, with experience supervising and mentoring team members.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• The salary is negotiable, and we want to know your expectations.
• There is a 4-month trial period with a lower salary. This allows both sides to ensure the relationship is a good fit.
• AI Assistance: If we detect that AI assistance was used in your application, it will be automatically rejected. We are hiring people for their skills and ability to perform complex tasks. Communication and self-presentation are part of this role. Using AI would misrepresent your capabilities.
• This is a key position in a small company, so there may be multiple interview rounds.
• Industry background checks will be conducted, and a surprise challenge may be part of the interview process.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Please send a complete application to careers@purpledogpost.com with a cover letter in the body of the email, “Project Manager” in the subject line, and a resume attached as a PDF.
• Do not apply via LinkedIn or contact anyone at PurpleDOG about your application via LinkedIn or any other social media platform. Applications that do not follow these instructions will be automatically rejected without consideration.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not make hiring decisions based on race, age, gender, physical ability, or any other non-job-specific factors.