Skydance Animation is seeking an Assistant to support the Director and Producer of a feature film. The ideal candidate is a proactive team-player, highly organized, with previous administrative experience. They will have the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with appropriate urgency for quick turnaround, and a desire to learn and grow within the animation production pipeline!

#Animation

### Responsibilities

Manage calendar of the Directors and Producer, assist in navigation of daily schedule, needs, and identify priorities

Maintain consistent awareness of production timeline, statuses, deadlines

Coordinate meetings and communicate priorities with team members, studio, and external contacts

Arrange physical and/or virtual conference details, issue meeting invitations, coordinate agendas and materials

Maintenance of databases and spreadsheet tracking, filing, assembly of presentation materials

Screen and respond to incoming calls and correspondence

Attend meetings and note-take, timely distribution to appropriate parties following

Research tasks and assembly of materials as needed

Timely collection and distribution of crew timesheets to production finance

Track and submit invoices and expense reports

Arrange detailed travel plans and itineraries, compile travel documentation

Note taking as needed

Other ad hoc duties as needed

### Requirements

At least 1-year as assistant or PA within entertainment; experience at animation studio a plus; agency experience a plus

Desire to grow within animation production

Proficient with MS Office & Google Suites, Photoshop & Keynote a plus

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail and follow-through

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines under pressure

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with ability to professionally interface with team, studio at large, Executives, and external contacts

High level of integrity and discretion with confidential information

Knowledge of creative, production, post-production processes and related workflows a plus

The range for this non-exempt position in Santa Monica, CA is $22.50-25/hour. The rate offered may vary based on the candidate’s location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors. The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.

We realize that skills and expertise can come from many different experiences and paths, and we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements as written in the job description.

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