Production Coordinator

FOLKS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A visual effects studio in Ontario is seeking a VFX Production Coordinator to manage production workflows and support teams in delivering high-quality projects. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of experience in VFX production, proficiency in ShotGrid, and strong organizational skills. This role requires excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. Currently, remote work is restricted to Ontario residents only. If you're ready to enhance visual storytelling, apply now!

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a VFX production environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada with residency in Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities and support teams.
• Track milestones, shot progress, and schedules.
• Manage dailies and maintain production records.
• Foster relationships with production teams and clients.
• Identify potential bottlenecks and propose solutions.

Skills

Live action/VFX production pipelines

ShotGrid (FLO)

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Project management methodologies

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

ShotGrid (FLO)

Job description

FOLKS is casually seeking a VFX Production Coordinator for upcoming episodic and feature film projects. In this role, you’ll be a central link between artists, supervisors, and production management, ensuring smooth communication, organized workflows, and timely delivery in a creative, people-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily production activities, supporting supervisors, producers, and artists.
• Track project milestones, shot progress, and delivery schedules using ShotGrid (FLO) and other tools.
• Manage dailies, take and distribute concise meeting notes, and maintain accurate production records.
• Maintain up-to-date calendars, schedules, and production documentation.
• Foster strong relationships with artists, supervisors, and department leads to ensure a productive and supportive work environment.
• Communicate effectively across teams and with clients, ensuring a timely and accurate information flow.
• Identify and address potential bottlenecks, proposing solutions to keep projects on track.
• Contribute to the refinement of production workflows and best practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with live action/VFX production pipelines; proficiency in ShotGrid (FLO) and production tracking tools.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Understanding of the VFX creation process and project management methodologies.
• Proficiency with calendar management and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive problem-solving mindset.
• Legal authorization to work for any studio in Canada and be a resident of Ontario as of December 31, 2024, ideally based in Toronto. Closed work permits are not eligible for this opportunity.
• Remote work is restricted to Ontario residents only. (No Exceptions)

If you’re ready to push the boundaries of visual effects and help us bring breathtaking imagery to the big screen, apply and be part of our creative journey!

Additional Information

Currently, we are not offering remote opportunities outside of Ontario, nor are we providing work permits.To be considered, you must have legal authorization to work for any studio in Canada.

Nothing in this job description restricts the Company’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The Company prohibits discrimination in employment against otherwise qualified applicants because of a physical or mental disability and will make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified persons with known disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job consistent with applicable law. The Company will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.