Industry Development Director

Job Description & Essential Functionsof the Industry Development Director, Virtual Productions

Job Description: In conjunction with the US team, this position is responsible for the development of xR stage and Virtual Production accounts (VP integration, VFX companies, top tier production companies) and VP consultants in the US market.

Essential Functions:

• Preferred extensive knowledge and experience in virtual productions. Familiar with the VP ecosystem and main players. A clear understanding of the xR stage and vestural production (LED Volume). Rich experience in Disguise workflow and other top rated xR technology.
• Experience in the traditional rental staging (RS) market is a plus.
• Well-connected in the virtual production industry especially with decision-makers and key influencers, such as TV/film directors, executive producers, directors of photographers., VFX supervisors, ect.
• Participate in making Absen US VP go-to-market strategy and sync with each sales region, following through the whole sales process.
• Leverage key RS consulting/design companies, creative agencies, and professional production individuals to favor the Absen brand and VP products.
• Attribute to xR stages & film production accounts development and ongoing projects discussion and negotiation.
• Integral role in key project demo shoot-put and value proposition. Travel with sales team and present VP product solutions, benefits and analyze customer needs and project info. Gather feedback through filed activity and transfer the feedback to appropriate company staff. This includes sales, marketing, product management and R & D departments. Monthly and quarterly reports of virtual production market summary.
• Host clients to visit HQ and factory in China.
• Participate in marketing events such as seminars and trade shows to capture brand awareness.
• Preforms all other duties assigned that the employee can preform.

Competencies:

• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent client orientation around problem-solving and delivering solutions.
• Ability to work in and maintain performance expectations in high-pressure environments.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs consecutively.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Sales, Engineering, or Project Management background in xR stage and virtual production industry.

Language Requirements:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency of fluency in additional languages is preferred but not required.

Work Location:

• Remote
• Travel to Orlando, FL & Los Angeles, CA Office/Warehouse as needed.

Travel Requirements:

• Must travel to fulfill job duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• May be required to work overtime and flexible hours on an as-needed basis.
• May be required to travel throughout the year for business meetings, trade shows, training, demos, and other business-related events.