Associate Production Manager

Job Description

The Associate Production Manager works closely with the Coordinators in keeping the show operating in an organized and efficient manner. The APM will oversee the Coordinators' discipline schedule and help guide them in order to have a comprehensive overall show schedule.

What You'll Do
Establish a show schedule and work closely with the Coordinators in order to maintain a strong overall schedule. In addition, may involve coordinating for a specific group (discipline) of artists (or multiple groups) on any given project
Report to Project (''Show'') Producer and Production Manager potential issues that may affect the schedule or workflow
Acts as liaison between client side Production team and ILM Production team
Correspond with client regarding reviews, schedule, and needs
Manage communication between other ILM global sites
Oversee outsourced work so that vendors' bids and schedule flow with the overall show schedule, and confirm that vendors' bids and schedule are in line with the goals of the show
Work closely with your discipline supervisors and/or leads in crewing, casting and scheduling your discipline's body of work, keeping in mind the overall show schedule, client reviews, bids, and other discipline needs
Communicate discipline targets, assignments, and priorities to your discipline crew, as well as the overall Production crew. This should be daily and/or weekly
Schedule, track, and manage assigned work within the Shotgun, as well working with Production Managers to display the information in a physical form (magnet boards / conference rooms) in order to be visible to the team
Ensure work is on schedule for each department and is meeting internal and external (client) deadlines
Track client needs, reviews and deliveries to make sure all disciplines hit their targets
Keep a weekly synopsis of your discipline's accomplishments and next steps
Serve as key communication liaison between all parties relevant to your work. Provide updates, priorities, reschedules, and status of all shots at any given moment
Anticipate and communicate issues to management team(s) to reach solutions in a timely manner
Act as primary point person for organizing dailies/shot reviews throughout the day on behalf of your discipline Supe/Lead. Take notes regarding feedback and decisions made and enter any required information into the Shotgun/communicate to all so as to provide updates to all others impacted
Technical ability and knowledge required to run Linux, Windows, and Mac-based programs for reviews with crew (dailies), clients, external vendors, and various meetings
Prioritization and escalation of technical support issues
Perform special projects as needed
Additional Responsibilities as Needed on Shows:
May accompany VFX Supervisor and Matchmover on location for blue screen and principal photography work. Responsible for camera reports, shot information sheets, and matchmove information. Must be able to recognize and report back to ILM production any changes to shots that affect the budget
Reserve equipment and resources needed for location and stage work; monitor schedules to avoid conflicts
Travel for plate shoots
Work on the same schedule as first or second unit production when on location

What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Film, Art, Drama or related field or equivalent work experience required
Five years work experience in production to include strong working knowledge of post production/VFX techniques and terminology
Proficiency in Macs/PCs including Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of UNIX required. Familiarity with Google Suite
Must possess very strong organizational and communication skills and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner while meeting deadlines
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
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

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d92x0k-3-141-47-221-42 in your application.