Production Coordinator

Pitch Black Creative; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitch Black is seeking an experienced Production Coordinator to join our Brisbane team on multiple exciting VFX projects. You will track daily work against the production schedule, communicate with artists, and keep production managers informed of changes.

Proficiency with Shotgrid or similar tools, strong MS Word/Excel, and a solid grasp of the VFX pipeline are essential. Ability to adapt to tight deadlines and work in Mac/PC environments will help you succeed.

Qualifications

• Excellent time management, communication and organisational skills.
• Working knowledge of the VFX pipeline and how a shot moves from start to finish.
• Sound knowledge of Shotgrid, Filemaker or similar database and scheduling tools.
• Strong MS Word and Excel skills.
• Ability to juggle conflicting deadlines and adapt to changing briefs.
• Sharp attention to detail and a good eye for composition.
• Comfortable in Mac and PC environments, with basic Linux command line skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track day-to-day team work against the production schedule, flagging variations early with proposed solutions
• Communicate with artists daily for alignment of schedule
• Keep Production Managers informed of anything that may affect schedule
• Maintain Shotgrid (tasks, assignments, status) and other production systems accurately and on time
• Take and distribute clear notes in dailies and client reviews
• Coordinate client deliverables sends with Production Managers, and work with Editorial to ensure successful delivery

Skills

Time management

VFX pipeline knowledge

Shotgrid/Filemaker knowledge

MS Word & Excel

Deadline juggling

Attention to detail

Mac/PC/Linux familiarity

Tools

Shotgrid

Filemaker

Job description

For over three decades, Rising Sun Pictures (RSP) has been delighting and inspiring audiences worldwide with award-winning visual effects and is responsible for creating some of Hollywood’s most memorable screen moments.

RSP’s reputation and leadership makes it a trusted creative partner for major motion picture studios worldwide, with innovation a key component to RSP’s ongoing success.

RSP's recent work includes Sinners, Mickey 17, A Complete Unknown, Thunderbolts*, Sonic The Hedgehog 3, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Deadpool & Wolverine, The Fall Guy, Star Wars: The Acolyte, Knuckles, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Production Coordinator to join our busy team, working on a number of exciting new shows and projects!

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and track day-to-day team work against the production schedule, flagging variations early with proposed solutions
• Communicate with artists daily for alignment of schedule
• Keep Production Managers informed of anything that may affect schedule
• MaintainShotgrid (tasks, assignments, status) and other production systems accurately and on time
• Take and distribute clear notes in dailies and client reviews
• Coordinate client deliverables sends with Production Managers, and work with Editorial to ensure successful delivery

Skills and Experience

• Excellent time management, communication and organisational skills
• Working knowledge of the VFX pipeline and how a shot moves from start to finish
• Sound knowledge of Shotgrid, Filemaker or similar database and scheduling tools
• Strong MS Word and Excel skills
• Ability to juggle conflicting deadlines and adapt to changing briefs
• Sharp attention to detail and a good eye for composition
• Comfortable in Mac and PC environments, with basic Linux command line skills

Additional Information

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