VP, Production Finance - DreamWorks

• Compensation: USD 190,000 - USD 260,000 - yearly

Dream Works Animation is looking for more adventurous dreamers who shoot for the moon. We tell stories about the journeys our unconventional heroes take to make dreams come true. As a growth-minded studio, we pride ourselves on being one of the world's leading producers of high-quality, award-winning, animated films and series, reaching consumers around the globe. We push to feel more, laugh more, and build immersive new worlds.

Dream Works creates a diverse array of original content in a variety of formats, delivering compelling stories with unique characters. We place tremendous value on the experiences our talent brings to the table from their own non-traditional paths to success. We believe in frequent communication and that transparency and trust yield the best work. We are a community of artists, technologists, innovators, and creators, who are passionate about animation and also happen to love eating lunch together.

The position of Vice President, Production Finance will play an important role in the organization dedicated to the Feature & TV Animation business with an emphasis on administration, partnership, analysis and strategy. The VP, Production Finance reports directly into the CFO Dream Works Animation based on the Dream Works campus in Glendale, CA.

At Dream Works Animation we believe that the animation we put out into the marketplace is only as good as the talent within the company that creates it. We are committed to fostering a culture that embraces innovation, creativity, collaboration, and a solid dose of fun.

If you are part of the fandom and believe teamwork makes the dream work, join us in #livingthedream and #doingyourdreamwork!

“What would you say you do here?”

• Close partnership with Senior Production & Studio Leadership to strategize & provide production finance/budget guidance & problem-solving.
• Partner with other departments/divisions such as Corp. (FP&A) Finance, Business Affairs, Human Resources, Development, Post, Casting, Music, IT and NBCU.
• Participate in Production Update meetings & provide review/approval for all the project financial updates.
• Maintain monthly financial flash reports & responsible for final review of all Estimated Final Cost (EFC) & related monthly reports.
• Maintain, provide and present monthly Dashboard updates to Senior Studio & NBCU Leadership.
• Final review of all Production estimates, budgets, scenarios & related documents.
• Provide 3rd party production service (such as, Entertainment Partners) support and guidance.
• Advise & partner with HR & Labor Counsel regarding Union guidelines and contract negotiations.
• Delegate ad hoc analysis & estimates requested by Studio & Production Leadership.
• Support or present to Studio Leadership
• Management of Production Finance Dept. to ensure timeliness, accuracy, opportunity and morale. Director & Manager level direct reports.

“What do I need to have in order to do this job?”

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 10+ years professional experience in relevant roles
• Discretion and the ability to deal with confidential information
• Ability to work well in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Solid business acumen, exceptional analytical and presentation skills with executive presence. Analytical skills combined with a clear and direct communication style
• Ability to work well with others and work across a matrixed organization to achieve goals
• Project and process management skills, demonstrated track record of delivering results
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Must have ability to execute both strategic and tactical priorities

“What can I offer?”

• Production Tax Credit knowledge
• Prior…