Production Coordinator

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**Responsibilities**:

- Work alongside the Production Manager, Character Supervisor and Animation Supervisor to support the day-to-day needs of the Animation Department by proactively communicating issues that impact milestones and deliverables
- Daily check-ins with artists 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 databases with accurate notes, version statuses, due dates, and other relevant department information
- Alert downstream departments of 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 creation, maintenance, department workflows and projects as assigned
- Welcome new artists, distributing key information and ensuring proper set-up
- Collect and track department timecards
- Support Production Assistants and Interns, including process, documentation, and information-sharing, under the direction and guidance of the Department 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 department dependencies preferred
- Strong proficiency with MS Office & Google Suites
- Shotgrid, or comparable tracking software, experience preferred; 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 Department Supervisor

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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.

Skydance is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to building and fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We welcome and consider applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy status, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. Diversity in the workplace is not just a commitment, it is who we are and a reflection of what makes our world special.

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