Manager, Emerging Talent

Title: Early Careers Manager (Manager-Emerging Talent), DNEG Animation, India

Location: India (Mumbai)

Level: Manager (M06)

Reports to: Senior Director of Training & Development

Position Purpose and Objectives 

The Manager of Emerging Talent, will be a pivotal leadership role responsible for architecting and executing the strategic new talent pipeline for DNEG Animation in India. This role is focused on securing the future workforce by managing initiatives from initial school and university outreach, through emerging talent programs like Greenlight (extensive training for freshers), and in-studio initiatives such as 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 to identify strategic areas of concern and growth. They will translate these into high-impact, strategic development initiatives. 

The position requires strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. The Manager must be proactive, able to anticipate strategic needs, and comfortable facilitating high-level training sessions themselves, both via Zoom and in person. 

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 those training programs, ensuring success all the way from the sourcing of talent through the entry of the trainees into their respective departments.
• Working 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.

Qualifications & Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in the VFX or Feature Animation industry working in large studios.
• Extensive experience working within training and an in-depth understanding of how the Animation and VFX industry works.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience in event management is preferred.
• Experience/Knowledge with GSuite: Docs, Spreadsheets, and Slides.
• Good communication skills, written and spoken, as well as research and project management skills.

Candidate Profile (About You)

• 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.

At least 5 years of experience in the VFX or Feature Animation industry working in large studios. Extensive experience working within training and an in-depth understanding of the Animation and VFX industry. Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills. Experience with GSuite (Docs, Spreadsheets, Slides) and event management preferred.