Job Description
- Skydance Animation is hiring a Production Assistant to join the team of a feature film. The Production Assistant will support the team, including the Director, Producer, Heads of Departments, and production crew, and they report to the Producers. This position requires the ability to prioritize and organize the workflow for day-to-day needs. The preferred candidate is proactive with strong follow-through, can work independently and as a team, and has a passion for growing within animation production.
- *Responsibilities** Manage calendar of the Directors and Producer, assist in navigation of daily schedule and needs, identify prioritiesSupports the production team to achieve overall goals, shift priorities as departmental needs changeDaily office activities including scheduling meetings and rooms, copies, filing, partner with facilities on supply needs, orders, runsAssisting in preparation of screenings, presentations, meetings; supports department coordinators in managing department calendarsTaking detailed meeting notes and timely distributionWork side by side with Production Coordinators to achieve daily needs and goalsAssists Producer(s), Supervisors, and Coordinators to track statuses by maintaining continuous awareness of production timelineConsistent line of communication with all departments regarding needs and deadlines including cross-site, multi-locationArrange detailed travel plans and itineraries, compile travel documentationTrack and submit invoices and expense reportsResearch tasks, projects, and gathering materials as requestedMonitoring and timely collection of timecardsDay-to-day administrative tasksOther ad hoc duties as necessary
- *Requirements** At least 1-year as assistant or PA within entertainment; experience at animation studio a plus; agency experience a plusEnthusiasm and desire to learn all areas of animation pipeline and related workflowsAbility to multi-task and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, strong organizational habitsStrong attention to detail and follow-throughExcellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skillsAbility to maturely and professionally interface with all levels of internal management, vendors and outside contacts, etc.Possesses a high level of discretion and confidentialityStrong proficiency with MS software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPointFlix, ShotGrid, Photoshop experience, a plusPrevious experience within animation, including internships, a plusThe range for this non-exempt position in Santa Monica, CA is $22-25/hour. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.
We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.
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