Gen-AI Producer
At 22DOGS, we are dedicated to crafting world-class visual effects within a collaborative and creatively driven environment. With studios in Milan, Tenerife, and Toronto, we unite top-tier talent and forward-thinking workflows to deliver outstanding work across film, television, and advertising.
As we continue to expand our capabilities, Artificial Intelligence is becoming a key strategic pillar across both production and internal development. We are looking for a senior leader to structure, scale, and drive our AI department.
Job Description
The Gen-AI Producer is responsible for defining, structuring, and managing the AI department across both production and research activities.
This role works in close collaboration with the AI Head of Department / Supervisor, who leads the technical and creative direction of the department. The Gen-AI Producer will focus on organizational, operational, and strategic aspects, ensuring that all AI activities are clearly planned, properly resourced, and aligned with company objectives.
The position requires a strong combination of leadership, operational rigor, and technical understanding, with the goal of transforming the AI department into a structured, predictable, and results-driven function.
Key Responsibilities
- Define and implement the overall AI strategy in alignment with company goals and production needs
- Translate business and production requirements into structured plans, roadmaps, and priorities
- Establish clear planning across all AI activities, including production support, R&D, and internal tool development
- Help allocate resources effectively across projects and R&D initiatives, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities
- Work closely with production teams to integrate AI into existing workflows and pipelines
- Build, structure, and manage the AI team (artists, TDs, engineers, researchers)
- Oversee hiring, team growth, and performance management
- Define processes, workflows, and standards to ensure efficiency and scalability
- Establish clear objectives, timelines, and measurable deliverables for all R&D activities
- Ensure that research efforts are structured, monitored, and produce tangible outcomes (tools, workflows, knowledge)
- Implement regular checkpoints to track progress and address issues proactively
- Define and manage the department budget, evaluating the impact and ROI of AI initiatives
- Optimize resource allocation and investments in tools, technologies, and personnel
- Ensure that all AI-related work (R&D and production) is properly documented, structured, and shared internally
- Support the integration and scalability of AI tools across the company
- Act as a bridge between technical teams, creative leadership, and production, facilitating alignment and execution
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Proven experience in managing technical teams in a complex production environment
- Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to structure workflows and processes
- Solid understanding of AI technologies, including:
- Machine Learning / Deep Learning
- Generative AI (image, video, audio)
- Computer Vision (e.g. face replacement, tracking, etc.)
- Experience integrating AI solutions into production pipelines (VFX experience is a strong plus)
- Experience managing budgets and resource allocation
- Strong problem-solving skills with a pragmatic, execution-oriented mindset
- Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, evolving environments with a high level of responsibility
- Italian language is a strong plus, but not a limiting factor
What We Offer
- Opportunity to define and structure a key strategic department within the company
- Direct impact on the integration of AI into high-end productions
- A collaborative, international, and highly skilled team
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience
- A unique combination of R&D and real production application
Why Join Us?
At 22DOGS, you’ll be part of an ambitious and growing international VFX studio where innovation, structure, and execution are equally valued. This role offers a rare opportunity to build and shape a department with real impact across both technology and production.
How to Apply
If you are interested in shaping the future of AI within a production-driven environment, please submit your application through our website.
We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.