Production Coordinator - Disney Television Animation

About the Role & Team

The Production Coordinator works on a project through the completion of pre-production. As Coordinator, they are available to help the Producers, Production Managers and or Production Supervisors on all tasks during pre-production and production (if applicable).

What You Will Do

• Coordinate any/all of the following meetings:  Storyboard Handouts, Design Reviews, Pitches, Leica Screenings, Art Approvals, Animatic Reviews and any additional Production specific requests.

• Break down scripts for Storyboard Handouts and Design meetings.

• Research and locate reference for the crew, as needed.

• Work with the other show Coordinators and/or Production Associate to maintain artwork and production files as per standard TVA procedures.

• Assist in the preparation of materials for the Vendor studio, Production Executives, and/or other Disney partners as requested.

• Partner with the PM to ensure that all show elements and production materials are archived as per DTVA and studio policy.

• Partner with the PM to attend and take notes at Retake sessions as well as distribute notes to the Vendor studio and internal production team.

• Help with event planning and crew activities as needed.

• Partner with the PM and/or AP/LP to ensure that all Storyboards are conformed, pitch and due dates are on track, S&P and Legal department changes are addressed and that Exec creative notes are reviewed and implemented.  Communicate any production delays to the PM and AP/LP.

• Perform all other applicable duties as assigned by TVA Leadership and per TVA policies and procedures.

• Enter artwork in the “Insight” database.  Track all artwork including characters, props and location designs.

• Create, distribute and maintain the episode Design Lists throughout the production process – from Storyboard to Shipping.

• Prepare and send complete digital shipping packages of episodes to Vendor studio. 

• Confirm receipt and follow up on any issues/questions that come back from the Vendor studio.

• Prepare and distribute necessary materials for artists that work in-house, freelance and daily call.

• Partner with Artistic Leadership to ensure that the team has what they need to complete their weekly assignments.  Flag any issues/problems to the PM and AP/LP as necessary

• Additional duties as necessary

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum of 3 years in animated television series production

• Ability to oversee multiple tasks and solve problems in a fast-paced environment

• Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible

• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen

• Mac or PC proficient

• Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; ToonBoom Storyboard Pro; Adobe Photoshop; Insight; Ftrack or other Production tracking tools

The hiring range for this position in California is $52,700 to $72,300 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 bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.