Coordinator, Post Production

FIFTH SEASON; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FIFTH SEASON is seeking a Coordinator, Post Production to support Film and Television teams across an active project slate. This role assists with post-production workflows, delivery processes, and cross-functional coordination to ensure projects conclude efficiently and to the highest standard.

The position requires strong project management, leadership, and vendor management skills, with experience in a large studio environment and familiarity with ITIL best practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in post-production, with a focus on delivery and servicing.
• Strong understanding of picture and sound formats, and experience with digital and physical media.
• Proven experience managing relationships with major studios and distributors.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with industry-standard post-production software and tools.
• Experience working in a large studio environment (preferred).
• Familiarity with international distribution requirements (preferred).
• Knowledge of ITIL and service delivery best practices (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of end-to-end post-production and delivery processes for film and television projects, ensuring materials are prepared and delivered accurately and on time.
• Assist in tracking and organizing deliverables, including digital and physical assets, for domestic and international distribution.
• Help ensure that all technical specifications and distributor requirements are documented, tracked, and met.
• Coordinate with internal teams (production, post-production, legal, and operations) to support smooth delivery workflows and resolve issues as they arise.
• Maintain and help manage relationships with post-production vendors, facilities, and distribution partners, ensuring clear communication and follow-up.
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, proactively flagging risks or delays and supporting solutions.
• Evaluate and analyze materials and reports, ensuring deadlines are met and assisting in the creation of presentations and status updates.
• Demonstrate awareness of department goals and how assigned work contributes to broader business objectives.
• Support key initiatives and work cross-functionally with teams and senior leaders on post-production and delivery-related projects.
• Coordinate with team leads to develop new ideas and contribute on an ongoing basis to team and project development.
• Track department and project-based expenses, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial processes; identify opportunities for cost efficiencies where appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining organized records of post-production assets, documentation, and communications.
• Stay informed on industry trends, tools, and technologies related to post-production and delivery.
• Actively participate in team development activities and culture-building initiatives, including team events and engagement efforts.
• Support onboarding and provide guidance to Assistants, contributing to knowledge-sharing and team development where applicable.

Skills

Post-production

Delivery

Media formats

Vendor management

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Deadline management

Post-production software

Studio experience

International distribution

ITIL familiarity

Job description

FIFTH SEASON is an entertainment industry leader specializing in the development, production, financing, and distribution of premium films, television series, and documentaries. Known for its artist-first approach, the company has produced critically acclaimed films such as Book Club , The Lost Daughter , Nonnas, and Friendship, as well as award-winning series like Severance, His & Hers, Nine Perfect Strangers, Omnivore , and Tokyo Vice . FIFTH SEASON operates with a full-service worldwide distribution infrastructure and boasts a vast network of production hubs across North America, Europe, and Asia. In addition to its successful slate of original productions, FIFTH SEASON’s global distribution arm handles a robust third-party library of hundreds of titles, including hit series such as Killing Eve, Normal People, The Morning Show , and The Night Manager . The company is headquartered in Los Angeles, New York, and London, with offices worldwide. Shareholders include CJ ENM, Toho, and Endeavor.

Our Culture:

A studio with a soul, FIFTH SEASON is proud to be an anti-racist and feminist company, focused on leaving the entertainment business better than we found it. We empower freedom and ownership, delivering the expertise of a big studio with the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of a start-up.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and exciting industry. The ideal candidate is driven and hungry to learn and wants to be in the trenches of the entertainment industry.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a Coordinator, Post Production to support our Film and Television teams across a dynamic slate of projects. This role will play a key part in assisting with post-production workflows, delivery processes, and cross-functional coordination to ensure projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standard.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of end-to-end post-production and delivery processes for film and television projects, ensuring materials are prepared and delivered accurately and on time.
• Assist in tracking and organizing deliverables, including digital and physical assets, for domestic and international distribution.
• Help ensure that all technical specifications and distributor requirements are documented, tracked, and met.
• Coordinate with internal teams (production, post-production, legal, and operations) to support smooth delivery workflows and resolve issues as they arise.
• Maintain and help manage relationships with post-production vendors, facilities, and distribution partners, ensuring clear communication and follow-up.
• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables, proactively flagging risks or delays and supporting solutions.
• Evaluate and analyze materials and reports, ensuring deadlines are met and assisting in the creation of presentations and status updates.
• Demonstrate awareness of department goals and how assigned work contributes to broader business objectives.
• Support key initiatives and work cross-functionally with teams and senior leaders on post-production and delivery-related projects.
• Coordinate with team leads to develop new ideas and contribute on an ongoing basis to team and project development.
• Track department and project-based expenses, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial processes; identify opportunities for cost efficiencies where appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining organized records of post-production assets, documentation, and communications.
• Stay informed on industry trends, tools, and technologies related to post-production and delivery.
• Actively participate in team development activities and culture-building initiatives, including team events and engagement efforts.
• Support onboarding and provide guidance to Assistants, contributing to knowledge-sharing and team development where applicable.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in post-production, with a focus on delivery and servicing.
• Strong understanding of picture and sound formats, and experience with digital and physical media.
• Proven experience managing relationships with major studios and distributors.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with industry-standard post-production software and tools.
• Experience working in a large studio environment (preferred)
• Familiarity with international distribution requirements (preferred)
• Knowledge of ITIL and service delivery best practices (preferred)