Production Assistant

1414 Walt Disney Pictures; California (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Financial benefits

Job summary

Walt Disney Animation Studios in Burbank, CA seeks a Production Assistant to support the Production Management team on animated features, shorts, and series. You will assist with day-to-day administrative tasks, plan events, take notes and help with meeting logistics.

The role emphasizes timely communication, organization, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced studio environment. Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Keynote and Google Docs.
• Interest in Animation Production Management and the production pipeline is essential.
• Proactive and able to work independently; seeks guidance when necessary.
• Excellent communication, organization and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative and project support to production management.
• Handle tasks such as food orders, meeting scheduling, note-taking and event planning.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Google Docs

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred

Tools

Shotgun/ShotGrid

Job description

Job Posting Title: Production Assistant Req ID: 10161630 Job Description: The Production Assistant (PA) works in the Production Management department on Animated feature length films, short films, long form series titles, and/or special projects at Walt Disney Animation Studios. This PA works among production departments to provide day-to-day administrative and project support including, but not limited to, food orders, production office tasks, event planning, note taking, meeting scheduling, meeting preparation, and meeting assistance.

Role Specifics & Responsibilities

The PA ensures the accuracy of information by communicating in a timely and organized manner. The PA assists and supports the production with day-to-day issues and projects as they arise.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, Google Docs
• A keen interest in Animation Production Management and the Animation production pipeline is essential
• Proactive and able to work effectively independently; seeking guidance when necessary
• Positive attitude; demonstrating the ability to be resourceful and flexible
• Demonstrated ability to work with discretion and be sensitive to confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and change course of action quickly
• Strong people skills, including the ability to work as part of a team
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent multi-tasking, organization and follow-thru skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal
• Previous Disney, agency, production or project management experience preferred
• Education or professional experience in animation a plus
• Production and project tracking experience using spreadsheets, databases or database software (such as Shotgun/ShotGrid) a plus

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred

The pay rate for this role in Burbank, CA is $23.82 per hour.

Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment: WDAS Bur Prod

Job Posting Primary Business: WDAS Bur Prod

Job Posting Primary Job Posting Category: Executive Support

Employment Type: Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted: 2026-09-29 Learn more about us.