Primary Function
We are seeking a full time XR Operations Supervisor to work at our clients offices in the Bay Area. As one of the World’s leading tech companies, our client is well known for being a fast paced working environment that adopts an innovative, dynamic and social culture.
The role will involve working within the XR team; supervising the Lead Technicians and Technicians (across the global service); that create content for distribution via multiple methods of outreach such as live streaming, online, pre-records for pr / marketing etc. The ideal candidate will have experience leading large global teams in high impact production work. A knowledge of the XR landscape from a production or creative deployment perspective is preferred. Experience managing data in addition to deploying strategies to improve workflows and efficiencies is a must. You will need a dynamic and adaptable approach to work in a high demand and high reward team environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Main point of contact for the operational XR service that delivers production support.
- Is aware of high priority client requests and is able to provide technical direction where necessary for the planning, scheduling, and delivery of projects.
- Oversee the highest level of customer service for all XFN stakeholders and partners.
- Stays up to date with current service offerings and SLA’s and is able to confidently communicate these to our partners.
- Collaborates with leadership and Lead technicians to complete RCA and fault reports within SLA’s along with overseeing the execution of improvements to mitigate risk.
- Contributes to reporting by gathering required metrics and documenting suggestions for improvements / innovation.
- Responsible for reporting a number of data points during weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reviews for XR related activities in line with SLAs.
- Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service to our partners.
- Works with Lead technicians and teams to recognize system or process deficiencies and implement effective solutions.
- Creates and executes technical plans and revises as appropriate to meet the services changing needs and requirements.
- Manages the resources of the operational pillar with respect to demands and service strategy.
- Lead ancillary service improvement / innovation initiatives and identify new opportunities that the service will benefit from.
- Identifying and leading in the Innovation of XR related workflows and concepts.
- Supply guidance to improve workflows and service offerings.
- Align technical standards and operational processes globally.
- Ensure teams are contributing to documentation, completing post project reports and other elements of the services data tracking.
- Escalate equipment failures to appropriate teams and assist with the resolution as needed to maintain service levels.
- Monitor cloud and local based systems and troubleshoot / escalate issues where necessary.
- Ensures that a balanced workload is triaged among technical staff, and notifies leadership of high priority tasks or events.
- Creation of SOP documents, completing detailed project reporting and driving innovation.
- Assists with training of staff and improving their technical proficiency / soft skills. Offering mentoring and growth strategies for leadership team members.
- Line management of assigned employees.
- Communicates effectively to explain our services to technical and non-technical clients as needed.
- Educate and coach clients on XR capabilities across supported spaces in the region and any alternative options to support their requests.
- Takes on tasks in special projects or assignments as outlined by senior management and executes them within the given timeline.
- Owns the technical support lifecycle and is responsible for managing technical risks throughout pre-production planning, execution and post event.
- Leads in the Delivery content / QA assessments and management of content files for project delivery.
- Facilitates and manages innovation efforts of the XR operational team in collaboration and alignment with the service.
- Facilitates team and partner meetings effectively.
- Resolves and / or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
- Manages technical resources within budget.
- Understands how to communicate difficult / sensitive information tactfully.
Skills & Qualifications
Exceptional professionalism and customer-service skills.Excellent task management, verbal & written communication skills, combined with relentless follow-up.Superb organizational skills and attention to detail.Ability to communicate difficult / sensitive information tactfully.Excellent interpersonal skills, including relationship building and collaboration within a diverse, cross-functional team.Self Starter can demonstrate learning and be open to learning.Ability to take direction well.Ability to travel Domestic / International.Ability to mentor colleagues.Enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, highly motivated and communicative.Independent critical and creative thinking.Bold problem solving.Extremely attentive to detail and organized.Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and demanding environment.Education & Experience
7+ years of professional technical production, project management or producing experience.5+ years experience managing a team of technical and creative people at varying levels.Experience managing teams delivering high impact projects at a global level.Experience with the technical challenges and problem solving needs in a production environment.Experience as a Service Delivery Manager or knowledge of MSP’s and contingent workforce management is preferable.Able to learn technical workflows and concepts to provide leadership.Possesses significant knowledge of technical service support system architectures.