Production Assistant - Series

SUMMARY:  

The Production Assistant supports one or more departments for a series. Departments include Production, Story, Script, Editorial, and Visual Development. This is an entry level position.

Sony Pictures Animation is a pre-production animation studio based in Los Angeles, California, creating both feature animation and animated series with artists from around the world. We pride ourselves on empowering filmmakers to lead the creative process, and allowing the hand of the artist to be truly felt, with the goal of producing bold and innovative visual storytelling.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the Production Coordinator with day-to-day operations for the production
• Enter data into production tracking software
• Transcribe meeting notes
• Archive artwork and production files within specific online directory structures
• Assist with preparing for presentations, special events, and meetings
• Provide desk coverage including scheduling meetings, special coverage, and other administrative duties as needed
• Complete expense reports for food and purchases

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous Production experience on series
• Experience with Shotgrid/Flow production tracking software
• Highly organized, resourceful, and diligent with excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt to new tasks and pivot when necessary
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure in a face paced department
• Must be willing to take direction
• Ability to work independently and set appropriate priorities
• Dependable and ability to maintain a high level of discretion
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred

REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and must be at least 18 years old
• High School diploma required, Bachelors preferred
• Computer and technology literate – familiarity with Mac/PC operating systems, Photoshop, Word, Excel, and Gmail
• Ability to lift 20+ pounds

The anticipated base salary for this position is $19.50/hour to $22.00/hour. This role may also qualify for incentives and/or comprehensive benefits. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location of the position.

Sony Pictures Animation is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

SPE will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable law.