Production Assistant

Sony Pictures Animation•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$20 - $22

About The Position

The Production Assistant supports one or more departments for a feature. 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.

Requirements

Previous office or project organization experience
Highly organized, resourceful, and diligent with excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
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
Take direction when needed and also take the initiative where applicable
Dependable and ability to maintain a high level of discretion
Candidates must be eligible to work in the US and must be at least 18 years old
High School diploma required, Bachelors preferred
Must possess an active driver’s license and have access to a reliable vehicle
Computer and technology literate – familiarity with Mac/PC operating systems, Photoshop, Word, Excel, and Gmail
Ability to lift 20+ pounds

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the Production Office Coordinator with day-to-day operations for the production
Enter data into production tracking software
Transcribe meeting notes
Assist with coordinating scripts and prepping binders for voice recordings
Archive artwork and production files within specific online directory structures
Assist with preparing for presentations, special events, and meetings
Provide desk coverage including answering phones, scheduling meetings, special coverage and other administrative duties as needed
Coordinate and book travel arrangements as needed
Order office supplies for the department
Run for lunch, snacks, and coffee as needed. Our team appreciates the refreshments!
Complete expense reports for food and purchases