COMPLETE Production Coordinator - Vancouver, BC, Canada

Job Posting Title:

Production Coordinator

Req ID:

10052868

Job Description:

The Production Coordinator (PC) works in the Production Management department on Animated feature length films, short films, long form series titles, and/or special projects at Walt Disney Animation Studios. The PC works within and among production departments to lead projects by facilitating discussions, communicating the strategy, coordinating deadlines and tracking project progress.

This position reports to a Production Supervisor and is a contract hire role that will be located at our Vancouver, BC studio. The start date for this role is July 2023, the Production Coordinator can work hybrid or onsite.

Role Specifics & Responsibilities:

• Under the leadership of the Production Supervisor, this position collaborates with creative department leaders to identify scope of work, maintain schedules and flag leadership when project expectations may not be met

• The PC ensures the accuracy of reported information. This includes collaborating with artists to ensure assignments are delivered on time; proactively looking for ways of improving schedules and processes

• The PC also supports and assists Production Assistants in understanding their role in the production process

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years Production Management or equivalent professional industry experience

• Bachelor’s degree in film / TV production, Animation, or equivalent experience preferred

• Demonstrated production and project tracking experience using spreadsheets, databases or database software (such as Shotgun/ShotGrid)

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, Google Docs

• Strong understanding of CG animation processes and pipeline preferred

• A keen interest in Animation Production Management and the Animation production pipeline is essential

• Proactive and able to work effectively independently; seeking guidance when necessary

• Positive attitude; demonstrating the ability to be resourceful and flexible

• Demonstrated ability to work with discretion and be sensitive to confidential information

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and change course of action quickly

• Strong people skills, including the ability to work as part of a team

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Excellent multi-tasking, organization and follow-thru skills in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal

• Previous Disney, agency, production or project management experience preferred

• Education or professional experience in animation a plus

Educational Requirements:

• College degree or equivalent preferred

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Posting Segment:

WDAS Vancouver

Job Posting Primary Business:

WDAS Vancouver

Primary Job Posting Category:

Production Management (Animation & Visual Effects)

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Vancouver, BC, Canada

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2023-06-09