Production Coordinator

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 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.

The hiring range for this position in British Columbia, Canada is C$53,550 to C$69,300 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other variable pay or benefits, may be offered dependent on the level and position offered.

Disney Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, to our 62nd animated feature, Wish, releasing November 2023. Among the studio's timeless creations are Pinocchio, Sleeping Beauty, The Jungle Book, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Frozen, Big Hero 6, Zootopia, and Encanto.

This position is with Walt Disney Animation Studios Vancouver Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r146je-3-142-83-171-42 in your application.