Editorial Production Coordinator
Job Summary
Job Description
Skydance Animation is seeking a Production Coordinator to manage the day-to-day needs and workflow of the Editorial department on a feature film. This role involves proactively communicating issues, tracking progress, and managing assets under the guidance of the Production Supervisor. The coordinator will transcribe review notes, ensure follow-up on action items, update the asset database, and communicate with various departments to manage approvals and changes. Responsibilities also include managing department calendars, facilitating cross-site communication with teams in the Eastern Time Zone and Madrid, and assisting the Production Supervisor with schedule maintenance and department workflows. The role also involves welcoming new team members, tracking key documents, and supporting Production Assistants and Interns. A key aspect is fostering a creative and inclusive working environment.
Must have:
- 1-5 years experience in Animation or VFX Production
- Understanding of Production pipeline and Editorial dependencies
- Proficiency in MS Office & Google Suites
- Detail-oriented with strong multitasking skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to anticipate issues and problem-solve proactively
Good to have:
- Experience with ShotGrid or comparable tracking software
- Experience with Flix & Avid is a plus
6 skills required
Job Details
Skydance offers a dynamic, inclusive, and ever-evolving culture where innovative ideas are welcomed, and growth fostered. The partnership between unique creativity and technological advancements are demonstrated within each pillar of the company. At the heart of it all is a commitment to boldly entertaining and relevant storytelling.
While all Animation studios look to hire people who are creative and hard-working, Skydance Animation is specifically looking for pioneers who seek to push the limits of what the world’s most collaborative art form can achieve, and to give those pioneers the space and the resources to build a new studio that’s doing something different.
If you’ve ever dreamt of what the early days of Hollywood must have been like, of what it takes to roll up your sleeves and break new ground, figure out a new process, and to one day say, “I was there when it all began,” then welcome aboard…
For information on Skydance’s privacy practices, see the Skydance U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://skydance.com/privacy-personnel/.
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Skydance Animation is looking for a Production Coordinator to support the day-to-day needs, workflow, and deliverables of Editorial on a feature film, under the guidance of the Production Supervisor. The ideal candidate is a proactive team-player with the ability to adapt in a constantly changing environment.
Responsibilties
- Work alongside Production Supervisor to support the day-to-day needs of Editorial by proactively communicating issues that impact milestones and deliverables
- Daily check-in with editorial team to gauge progress on assignments, communicate updates and critical changes related to the schedule
- Transcribe review notes, distribute, and ensure follow-up of action items and status changes as necessary
- Track and update asset database(s) with accurate notes, version statuses, due dates, and other relevant department information
- Communicate with upstream and downstream departments regarding approvals and changes
- Responsible for department calendars and meetings with cross-site, multi-location schedules in mind
- Facilitate communication with colleagues on the East Coast and in Madrid to coordinate timely delivery of materials
- Partner with Production Supervisor in the areas of schedule maintenance, department workflows and projects as assigned
- Welcome new members of the editorial team, distribute information, help track and update key documents, and ensure proper set-up
- Collect and track department timecards
- Support and offer guidance to the Production Assistants and Interns, including in documentation, process, and information-sharing, under the direction of the Supervisor
- Maintain crew moral by fostering a creative and inclusive working environment
- Other ad hoc duties as necessary
Requirements
- 1-5 years’ experience in Animation or VFX Production
- Understanding of Production pipeline and Editorial department dependencies, required
- Strong proficiency with MS Office & Google Suites
- Experience with ShotGrid, or comparable tracking software; additional programs such as Flix & Avid is a plus
- Detail-oriented, strong ability to multi-task and prioritize in fast-paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Practiced discernment; ability to anticipate issues and proactively problem-solve while maintaining consistent line of communication under guidance of the Supervisor
The range for this non-exempt position in Los Angeles, California is $24.00-30.00/hour. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
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Skydance is a diversified media company founded by David Ellison in 2010 to create high quality, event-level entertainment for global audiences. The Company brings to life stories of immersive worlds across its feature film, television, interactive, and animation divisions.
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