Special Effects Supervisor

Location: Cardiff, Bristol and Birmingham

We are expanding our team and on the look out for physical Special Effects Supervisors to lead the design, construction, and safe operation of special effects for some of the most exciting film and television productions happening. Working closely with the Director and Production Designer, you’ll break down scripts to plan and budget the required effects. You’ll manage a skilled team, set up the workshop, and oversee all special effects activities to deliver creative and technically sound results (in-line with technical specifications and health and safety regulations).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Director, Producer, and Production Designer to interpret scripts and design special effects.
• Budget and schedule special effects work effectively.
• Set up and manage the Special Effects workshop and team.
• Delegate and supervise construction and execution of effects on set and in the workshop.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, liaising with relevant departments and insurers.
• Advise on effects considering camera angles, lenses, and visual effects integration.
• Maintain clear communication with all departments involved in effects execution.
• Oversee health and safety documentation and sign off on team members’ work records.
• Operate equipment and effects as required, especially in television productions.

Must haves

• Extensive practical experience in special effects, with a strong track record in supervising teams and delivering on productions.
• Solid understanding of health and safety standards relevant to special effects work.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and create storyboards or visualisations.
• Good communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Experience with budgeting and team management.
• Awareness of camera work and visual effects collaboration.
• Relevant health and safety or specialist certifications (e.g., welding, pyrotechnics).

If you’re passionate about SFX, have relevant experience and qualifications, and are excited about the opportunity to work with one of the UK’s leading companies, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a covering letter to our Company Director, Carmela, at carmela@realsfx.com.