Production Coordinator

Job ID 10104222 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Walt Disney Animation Studios Date posted Oct. 21, 2024

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Job Summary:

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.

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.

● The position reports to the Production Supervisor and is a regular, full time

position that will be located at our Burbank, California, studio.

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 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 pay rate for this role in Burbank, CA is $52,300 - $67,600 per year based on a 40 hour work week. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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About Walt Disney Animation Studios:

Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, Walt Disney Animation Studios is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. 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 the upcoming fall 2024 feature, “Moana 2.” Among the studio's timeless creations are “Pinocchio,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Jungle Book,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Lion King,” “Frozen,” “Zootopia,” and “Encanto.”

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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

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