Deskripsi Pekerjaan
Are you a visionary leader passionate about the intersection of creative arts and cutting-edge technology? Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is seeking a dynamic Senior Assistant Manager to drive technical and operational excellence within our Animation, Game Design, and Emerging Media department. In this pivotal role, you will act as a bridge between academic pedagogy and industry-standard production workflows, ensuring our digital media hub remains at the forefront of global innovation.
As part of a world-class university, you will oversee high-impact projects, manage multidisciplinary creative teams, and implement advanced technical solutions that push the boundaries of visual effects and game development. We are looking for an individual who thrives in a collaborative, high-paced environment and is committed to nurturing the next generation of creative technologists.
Tanggung Jawab
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of digital media production labs, ensuring high-standard maintenance of hardware and software.
- Lead and manage technical projects involving animation, game design, and immersive media (VR/AR/XR).
- Collaborate with faculty and industry partners to translate academic research into practical, production-ready prototypes.
- Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize workflow efficiency across creative departments.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior staff, technicians, and student assistants.
- Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies in the digital media space to keep the department's capabilities competitive.
- Manage procurement, vendor relations, and budgeting for specialized technical equipment and software licenses.
Kualifikasi
- Bachelor’s degree in Animation, Game Design, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in animation production, game development studios, or media education.
- Proven expertise in industry-standard software (e.g., Maya, Unreal Engine, Unity, Houdini, or Adobe Creative Suite).
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage complex timelines and cross-functional teams.
- Deep understanding of the technical pipeline for 3D animation, VFX, and interactive media.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to bridge the gap between technical teams and stakeholders.
- Experience in an academic or research environment is highly advantageous.