Manager- Emerging Talent

Position Details

Role: Manager, Emerging Talent, DNEG Animation, India
Location: India (Mumbai or Bangalore)
Level: Manager (M06)
Reports to: Senior Director of Training & Development

Position Purpose and Objectives

The Manager of Emerging Talent is a pivotal leadership role responsible for architecting and executing the strategic new talent pipeline for DNEG Animation in India. This role secures the future workforce by managing initiatives from initial school and university outreach through emerging talent programs (such as Greenlight) and in-studio initiatives like internships.

Working in collaboration with the Senior Director of Training and Development, DNEG Animation leadership, Heads of Department (HODs), and the wider DNEG HR and training teams, this role identifies strategic areas of concern and growth and translates them into high-impact, strategic development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate and build relationships with academies in India to create a talent pipeline for Greenlight training programs and various departments.
• Lead and manage outreach and India crew training projects, such as Greenlight and Top Gun (elite training for experienced animators), to identify and bring on emerging talent.
• Lead the development and execution of training programs, ensuring success from the sourcing of talent through the entry of the trainees into their respective departments.
• Work in tandem with the Head of Outreach in the west to implement an ambassador program for India.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including Heads of Department (HODs), Resource Management, Talent Acquisition, and leadership.
• Facilitate high-level training sessions via Zoom and in person.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in the VFX or Feature Animation industry working in large studios.
• Extensive experience working within training.
• In-depth understanding of how the Animation and VFX industry works.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience/Knowledge with GSuite: Docs, Spreadsheets, and Slides.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Research and project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in event management.

Candidate Profile

• Calm under pressure and capable of delivering to short deadlines.
• Adaptable to changing scenarios and showing initiative.
• A positive, can-do attitude.
• Tenacious and follows up on things until they are sorted.
• Proactive and able to anticipate strategic needs.

About DNEG

DNEG is one of the world’s leading visual effects and animation companies for the creation of award-winning feature film, television, and multiplatform content. The company employs more than 9,000 people with worldwide offices and studios across North America (Los Angeles, Montréal, Toronto, Vancouver), Europe (London), Asia (Bangalore, Mohali, Chennai, Mumbai) and Australia (Sydney).

DNEG fundamentally believes that embracing differences is a vital component of collective success. The company is committed to creating an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment for global teams, where everyone feels they matter and belong. DNEG welcomes and encourages applications from all, regardless of background, experience, or disability.