Job Posting Title:
Production AssistantReq ID:
10124821Job Description:
This entry level position provides administrative and backup support to the production team while providing an opportunity to learn about the production environment and process at ILM. They can be temporary positions but may evolve into longer term roles.
This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work onsite in our San Francisco office and occasionally from home.
What You’ll Do
Support the Production team in day to day activities, assist in production errands and tasks, and be the go-to for general needs to the entire crew
Technical Assistance: Will need some technical ability and knowledge required to run Linux, Windows, and Mac-based programs for reviews with crew (dailies), clients, external vendors, and various meetings
Conference room setup and troubleshooting, Viewstation setup and troubleshooting, basic technical troubleshooting (running generic scripts to resolve issues)
Manage cc lists for reviews, shot notifications, tools updates, etc.
Meeting Setup: PA will be tasked with notifying crew of all meeting/review times and locations (and making sure they attend), prepping the review playlists, and possibly taking notes; act as assistant to the Production Coordinators/Managers to help follow up on items after various meetings
Internal Tracking Database: Will assist Production Coordinators in making sure internal tracking tools are up to date
Schedule and Shot Tracking: Assist the Production Coordinators and Managers in making sure the physical schedule boards are up to date and all VFX elements are accounted for (matching the Internal Tracking Database)
Show Schedule: Accountable for overall show calendar in keeping everyone on the same page of what’s happening on a daily basis (dailies, meetings, client reviews, etc)
Contact Information: Maintain internal crew and client contact information, all internal email aliases for the show, and show webpage
In charge of the ordering, delivery, and clean up of meals as needed (lunch, dinner, weekend), for a crew of 50-150; conceive, order, and set up of thematic crew parties, as needed
Shipping and receiving (digital): Accountable for delivering and receiving all files sent between clients, external vendors, and internal crew at various locations; keep a meticulous account of all files transferred
Shipping and receiving (practical): Prep, ship, receive, and keep a detailed account of all models, props, and media drives sent between various contacts
Office maintenance: Organize the production office, order office supplies, keep the printer supplied with paper, etc.
Organize and maintain the digital reference repository (digital artwork, movies, etc); also print physical copies of any reference when needed
Required to book travel and accommodations for show leadership
Tasked with handling all show expense reports
Accountable for show petty cash, and accounting for spending
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in film production or equivalent preferred
Minimum two years of related experience preferred, but not required
Computer literacy; word processing and spreadsheet experience helpful
Proficiency in Macs/PCs including Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with Google Suite
This position is on a guaranteed 40 hour work week, with daily overtime and some Saturday work required
Ability to work on a computer/keyboard for long periods of time
Ability to work overtime on an ongoing basis
Ability to travel as needed
Must have the ability to juggle multiple projects, work with diverse personalities and work within strict deadlines
Attention to detail, follow through and strong communication skills
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