Physical Assets Supervisor

This is a Full Time Job


Physical Assets Supervisor - UK

Summary:
Lucasfilm is seeking a professional, collaborative, and organized individual to supervise in maintaining the Lucasfilm physical asset management policies and procedures as well as support the efficient running of the Lucasfilm Physical Assets department from our UK base. Reporting to the Physical Assets Manager, the Supervisor will ensure department-wide consistency of the policies and procedures for Lucasfilm's physical assets, contribute to the evolving standards of asset tracking for productions, develop comprehensive knowledge of physical asset practices, and direct logistics for promotional partner commercial shoots and other specialty events in the United Kingdom and Europe.

Responsibilities:

• Collaboratively works with the US Physical Assets Manager to provide guidance to the Lucasfilm Physical Assets policy to feature film and series productions in the UK
• Supervises UK-based production physical asset coordinators with the financial tracking of physical assets for UK-based feature film and series
• Presents technical instruction and helps troubleshoot issues with online tracking software to physical asset coordinators and various departments within each feature film and series
• Oversees physical asset wrap efforts onsite at asset storage facilities with production physical asset coordinators
• Produces location and financial research plans for future physical asset storage facilities
• Supervises asset storage facility operations and international asset shipping for exhibition and archival purposes to the US, as needed
• Works with the Physical Assets Manager to develop financial estimates for the use of Lucasfilm production costumes and props for Lucasfilm, Disney, Licensee and Lucasfilm promotional partner events, as well as live action and still photography shoots in the United Kingdom and Europe
• Supervises UK-based commercial and still photography shoots as well as events as a designated company representative, ensuring that all physical assets are cared for and retained according to Lucasfilm policies and procedures
• Deals with production demands for physical assets on a regular basis and updates documentation relating to policies and workflows

Requirements:
• Experience supervising the use of physical assets with an understanding of the pace and production process of feature film and series production
• Strong intrapersonal skills and willingness to provide feedback, both constructive and positive, to junior positions, such as physical asset coordinators
• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work under tight deadlines while identifying day-to-day priorities in conjunction with each production
• High level of integrity in handling proprietary and confidential information; promotes confidence with other employees in handling of sensitive data
• Ability to work calmly, under pressure, and with a variety of teams, including the Lucasfilm team, Disney teams, production companies, performers, and members of the Star Wars fan community
• Must have a valid passport and driver's license and be willing to travel
• Knowledge of Star Wars costumes, characters, creatures, and vehicles useful, but not required

About Lucasfilm:

Lucasfilm is a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production. In addition to its motion-picture and television production, the company's activities include visual effects, audio post-production and cutting-edge digital animation, interactive entertainment software, and the management of the global merchandising activities for its entertainment properties including the legendary STAR WARS and INDIANA JONES franchises. Lucasfilm Ltd. is headquartered in northern California.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company Ltd., which is part of a business segment we call Lucasfilm.

The Walt Disney Company Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion or belief, sex, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, disability or pregnancy or maternity. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.