Production Coordinator

Steamroller Animation; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant animation studio in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Production Assistant to support daily operations, manage project workflows, and ensure effective communication within the team. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years experience in production, proficiency in Shotgrid, and a passion for video games. This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in production of sequential work.
• Customer Service or Outsourced Client experience required.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Support the Production Manager/Producer with day-to-day operations.
• Manage client deliveries and maintain communication.
• Oversee project task tracking and software adjustments.
• Drive the improvement of production workflow.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Creativity

Tools

Shotgrid

Jira

Confluence

Perforce

Job description

It’s different here. We’re a fun-loving bunch, passionate about our craft. We grow together, learn together, play together, and work on some of the coolest projects on the planet. If you’re looking for a welcoming atmosphere, a culture that’s dedicated to helping you grow and thrive, and ample opportunity to advance, we’d LOVE to hear from you.

What you’ll do

• Supports the Production Manager/Producer and projects Leadership with day-to-day operations.
• Assist in prepping, recording, and documenting the team’s internal reviews in a time-sensitive manner.
• Manage the preparations for client deliveries and maintain regular communication with the client.
• Oversee project task tracking and all related software, including identifying any adjustments needed early on.
• Ensure all work is staying on bid; this includes being able to identify potential issues early on and developing solutions to stay on target.
• Communicate and interact with other internal departments, and ensure that plans/assets are delivered to them in line with schedules.
• Help manage any file versioning software we’re responsible for, both internally and externally.
• Regularly convey to the team when there are new assets or publishes needed.
• Work alongside the project's full production team in any budgeting, scheduling, or task-tracking request made.
• Oversee and drive the improvement of the production workflow of the entire project; this includes project scheduling, milestone benchmarks, resource management, and communication of information.
• Help creative leadership in defining a full plan for their project that will allow both creative and operational goals to be achieved.
• Report weekly to the Head of Production with project updates and potential red flags.
• Potentially aid in managing a Production Assistant, based on project size.
• Contribute to team efforts and perform additional tasks to support department goals as needed.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in production of sequential work.
• Shotgrid experience is required, Jira/Confluence and Perforce are preferred.
• Customer Service or Outsourced Client experience.
• Analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Creative and innovative.
• Proactive, dynamic, and diplomatic.
• Result-oriented and works well under pressure.
• Flexibility and ability to multitask.
• Passion for video games.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.