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Darrell Jackson

@darrelljackson

VFX producer and production leader specializing in virtual production and post-production workflows.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I seek leadership roles in VFX or virtual production where I can manage end-to-end delivery, mentor teams, and optimize workflows for creative, on-time, on-budget outcomes.

I am a seasoned VFX producer with a decade of experience directing visual effects execution, integration, and delivery for feature films and high-end productions. I develop VFX plans, budgets, and schedules, negotiate vendor fees, and collaborate with filmmakers, talent, and cross-functional executives to ensure creative and technical goals are met.

I lead and mentor department staff, oversee hiring and supervision of VFX supervisors and producers, and coordinate with Finance, People & Culture, and Labor Relations to manage overhead and capital expenditures. I provide technical support across virtual production platforms including Unreal Engine and Pixera, and I have strong expertise in post-production software and workflows.

My background combines formal education in film, producing, and science with professional credentials and military service, enabling disciplined project management and effective stakeholder communication. I deliver results through clear collaboration, technical fluency, and a focus on on-time, on-budget creative execution.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CL

VFX Producer

Clients/Consulting

Jan 2015 - Jan 2025 (10 years)

Directed VFX activities across client films (Digital Domain, Saatchi & Saatchi, Focus VFX) from concept to delivery, managing budgets, schedules, vendor negotiations, and department staffing to ensure successful integration of visual effects.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NA

New York Film Academy

Filmmaking / Cinematography

Studied filmmaking with coursework in cinematography and practical production skills.

NS

New York University School of Professional Studies

Film and TV Producing

Completed film and television producing coursework through NYU SPS.

NA

New York University Tisch School of the Arts

Film and Television

Completed coursework in film and television production through NYU Tisch.

MM

Maine Media

3D Cinematography

Completed studies in 3D cinematography and related production techniques.

ES

Escape Studios

VFX Producing

Completed VFX producing coursework focused on visual effects production workflows.

Project Management Institute (PMI) logoPP

Project Management Institute (PMI)

Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management

Certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP).

Thomas Edison State University logoTU

Thomas Edison State University

Bachelor of Arts, Natural Science and Mathematics

Completed a Bachelor of Arts focusing on natural science and mathematics.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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