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DreamWorks Animation

Produces animated films and TV series

Vice President Production Finance

Corporate Finance & FP&AConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeGlendale, CA, USA$190k - $260k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree is required.
  • At least 10 years of professional experience in relevant roles is required.
  • Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information are required.
  • The ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is required.
  • Solid business acumen, analytical and presentation skills, executive presence, and clear and direct communication are required.
  • The ability to collaborate across a matrixed organization to achieve goals is required.
  • Project and process management skills and a demonstrated track record of delivering results are required.
  • Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
  • The ability to execute strategic and tactical priorities is required.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with Senior Production and Studio Leadership to strategize and provide production finance and budget guidance and problem-solving.
  • Partner with departments and divisions including Corporate FP&A Finance, Business Affairs, Human Resources, Development, Post, Casting, Music, IT, and NBCUniversal.
  • Participate in Production Update meetings and review and approve project financial updates.
  • Maintain monthly financial flash reports and provide final review of Estimated Final Cost and related monthly reports.
  • Maintain, provide, and present monthly dashboard updates to Senior Studio and NBCUniversal Leadership.
  • Provide final review of production estimates, budgets, scenarios, and related documents.
  • Provide support and guidance for third-party production services, such as Entertainment Partners.
  • Advise and partner with Human Resources and Labor Counsel on union guidelines and contract negotiations.
  • Delegate ad hoc analysis and estimates requested by Studio and Production Leadership.
  • Provide guidance and feedback and conduct final reviews.
  • Support or present to Studio Leadership.
  • Provide guidance, reporting, and oversight for Production Tax Credits.
  • Manage the Production Finance department to ensure timeliness, accuracy, opportunity, and morale; oversee Director- and Manager-level direct reports.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of Production Tax Credits.
  • Prior media, television, or content industry experience is preferred.

About the Company

DreamWorks Animation

Produces animated films and TV series

DreamWorks Animation produces animated films and television shows for family and children audiences, creating stories and characters that appeal to multiple generations. Its products are brought to life through a full animation pipeline, including in-house technology like the Moonray rendering platform, and a studio ecosystem that supports development from concept to release. Work combines artistry and engineering to deliver feature films, TV series, and related experiences, with revenue coming from box office, licensing, merchandise, and partnerships with streaming services. The company differentiates itself with its proprietary animation technology, a large creative talent pool at its Glendale campus, and a track record of popular franchises such as How to Train Your Dragon, along with award-winning storytelling. Its goal is to produce high-quality, engaging animated content and advance animation technology while expanding its franchises across theaters, TV, and digital platforms.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Acquired
Total funding
$15M
Headquarters
Glendale, CA
Founded
1994

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