- Job Requirements: Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).
Post Production Coordinator
We are seeking an experienced Post Production Coordinator to help manage both internal and third-party co-productions from a post perspective. The person in this role will establish and curate vendor and editorial crew relations, and support/suggest best practices for post from the moment content is collected through delivery. Additionally, this role requires Assistant Editing duties from time to time, from setting up projects for trailers/sizzles, creating exports, replacing/updating graphics, etc. This role reports directly to the Director of Post Production. The Post Production Coordinator is responsible for working closely with the Director to supervise all aspects of post-production across documentaries, series, films, branded content, as well as our short form projects.
The Role
A successful candidate will be self-motivated, proactive, quick-thinking, flexible, able to pivot when necessary, thorough and able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and an unwavering attention to detail at all times. This is a demanding position that requires someone who is a proactive and positive thinker, able to exercise good judgment and initiative. You must be willing to learn. This is a perfect position for someone who has qualified experience as an Assistant Editor, and would like to move into a more managerial position, while still maintaining previous skills. On occasion, there may be editorial work as well if interested (not necessary to be an editor, but you must be able to handle AE duties regardless when needed).
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Post Scheduling
• Track and manage all post schedules, keeping executives updated of status
• Set up and manage dailies and cut viewing access for shows, (per the instruction of the Director)
• Coordinate with Distribution Specialists with onboarding new projects
• Update and manage internal database/trackers
• Manage Publicity and Marketing requests and assets for studio
Staffing/Vendors
• Maintain and curate preferred vendor list for dailies, motion graphics, and finishing
• Research and maintain internal list of preferred post staff, usually regarding Assistant Editors
Content Management
• Set up and attend key creative approval sessions such as final dub playbacks, VFX reviews or color correction reviews
• Managing server space, file management, and backups to LTO and backup harddrives.
• Set up and schedule legal clearance reviews with Legal Department or appropriate executives when required
• Schedule and attend internal studio screenings, previews, premieres, etc. as required
• Collaborate with show post on setting up theater, arranging engineering when necessary, and rehearsing the content when applicable
Qualifications
• BA/BS Degree- 3+ Years as a Assistant Editor and/or Production Manager
• 3+ years of experience within a medium to high budget studio, network or high-volume production company
• Ability to handle a fast-paced environment supervising several projects in various points of production (from development through delivery)
• Familiar with the current trends and workflows for both UHD/4K and HDR
• Ability to respond after hours for important, timely or urgent matters (not often, but it happens on occasion)
• Team-player who operates in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
• Ability to be discrete and maintain confidential information
• Understanding of how to prioritize and respond accordingly
• Willingness to continue learning to ensure understanding of current post process
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides and Google Mail
• Working knowledge of UHD/4K cameras, UHD/4K workflows, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Premiere, After Effects, LTO, DCP
*** FYI: WE WILL LIKELY BE BOOKING INTERVIEWS FOR THIS POSITION DURING THE WEEK OF DEC. 10th-14th, AS WE WISH TO HAVE THE POSITION FILLED *BEFORE* HOLIDAY HIATUS!! TENTATIVE START DATE IS JAN 3RD ***