Job Summary: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.
Duties include but are not limited to: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.Organizes 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.Assisting in the creation and maintenance of design lists as needed.Take notes at assigned meetings conference calls (BlueJeans) with Vendor, animation launches, etc.Getting Director’s approval on artwork.Providing any necessary materials for artists including reference.Pulling “same as” artworkQuality control for line quality in digital artworkCommunicating any delays to Production Manager or Supervisor immediatelyAssisting in the archival of artwork once a production is completeMake suggestions for streamlining and improving pipelines including ideas for re-use, workflow efficiencies, and flagging complexity issues.Assisting in prepping materials for awards submissionsUpdate and maintain production art boards.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 ManagerBasic Qualifications:Ability to oversee multiple tasks and solve problems in a fast-paced environmentPositive attitude with the ability to be flexibleExcellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumenPreferred Qualifications:Mac or PC proficientFamiliar with Final Draft 9.0, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Photoshop and Illustrator, ToonBoom Storyboard ProKnowledgeable use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and PowerPointRequired EducationBachelor degree or equivalent work experienceAdditional Information:Equal Opportunity Employer-Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity