Production Associate - Disney Television Animation

The Production Associate works on a project through the completion of pre-production. As a PA, they are available to support the artists and production crew on all tasks during pre-production and production. What You Will Do Organization • Gathering all artwork including character models, props and location designs for shipments to production facilities, including labelling, categorizing and creating final model packs for shipment. • Organizing asset files, uploads models to Insight, preps files for Background Painters and Color Designer. • Maintain all artwork files to be in standardized formats, including naming conventions. • Update and maintain production art boards. • Take notes at assigned meetings - conference calls (Zoom) with Vendor, animation launches, etc. • Pulling “same as” artwork • Quality control for line quality in digital artwork Communication • Getting Director’s approval on artwork. • Providing any necessary materials for artists including reference. • Communicating any delays to Production Manager or Supervisor immediately Support • Make suggestions for streamlining and improving pipelines including ideas for re-use, workflow efficiencies, and flagging complexity issues. • Maintains a helpful attitude, while showing eagerness and curiosity. • Helps organize morale events as directed by the Line Producer / Associate Producer or Production Manager/Production Supervisor. • Performing all other applicable duties as assigned by Line Producer or Production Manager • Additional duties as necessary, or as defined by individual contracts • Assisting in the creation and maintenance of design lists as needed. • Assisting in the archival of artwork once a production is complete • Assisting in prepping materials for awards submissions Technical Skills • Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; ToonBoom Storyboard Pro; Adobe Photoshop; Insight; Ftrack or other Production tracking tools • Excellent organizational skills, strong written & verbal communication skills • Additional duties as necessary Required Qualifications & Skills • Ability to oversee multiple tasks and solve problems in a fast-paced environment • Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible • Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen Preferred Qualifications • Mac or PC proficient • Familiar with Final Draft 9.0, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Photoshop and Illustrator, ToonBoom Storyboard Pro • Knowledgeable use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and PowerPoint Education • Bachelor degree or equivalent work experience Job Location: Glendale, CA The hiring range for this position in California is $43,600 to $59,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Apply tot his job