Production Coordinator

Lucasfilm Animation Ltd., the creators of the Emmy award-winning animation series “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” and the highly successful animation series “Star Wars Rebels,” “Star Wars Resistance,” “Star Wars: The Bad Batch,” “Tales of the Jedi” and “Tales of the Empire” are looking for a Production Coordinator who reflects the innovative spirit, creative talent, production excellence, collaborative mindset and passion for great filmmaking that defines Lucasfilm Ltd..

This role is considered Hybrid, which means the employee will work onsite in our San Francisco office and occasionally from home.

The Production Coordinator will provide administrative support to the VP, Animation Production and two Supervising Directors as well as assist with day-to-day coordinating tasks within the pre-production, shot production and post production departments on multiple animated projects.

What You’ll Do

• Provide the VP, Animation Production and two Supervising Directors with assistance to enable them to complete their work in a timely manner. This includes: managing calendars/schedules and adjusting meetings to accommodate priorities, arranging domestic travel and procuring/coordinating necessary items needed for international travel, creating presentations, and coordinating other key events
• Prepare, submit and track expense reports for the VP, Animation Production and two Supervising Directors as well as other senior staff members as requested or assigned
• Assist with Conferences as well as Speaker Engagements in the form of scheduling, arranging travel for all out of town guests, booking conference rooms, ordering meals, catering, and coordinating and assisting with other logistics such as entering guests into visitor kiosks and escorting guests
• Provide administrative back-up to the production team including populating and tracking internal notes within proprietary database, keeping tracking reports up-to-date, facilitating and distribution of milestones across all departments
• Package and ship crew gear and any other materials as needed
• Order inventory, maintain and distribute office supplies appropriately
• Assist with various event planning and coordination
• Complete special projects as needed or requested

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree in film, art, theatre, communications or related field, preferred
• 3+ years of experience in Animation Production required
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with diverse personalities and work styles
• Capable of working independently and part of a team. High level of initiative, flexibility and confidentiality
• Ability to establish priorities and multi-task efficiently within a high-pressure environment while meeting strict deadlines
• Requires excellent administrative skills including word processing, strong working knowledge of G-Suite, Word and Excel; Project Management software experience is a plus

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.

About Lucasfilm:

Lucasfilm is a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production. In addition to its motion-picture and television production, the company’s activities include visual effects, audio post-production and cutting-edge digital animation, interactive entertainment software, and the management of the global merchandising activities for its entertainment properties including the legendary STAR WARS and INDIANA JONES franchises. Lucasfilm Ltd. is headquartered in northern California.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Lucasfilm Animation Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business we call Lucasfilm.

Lucasfilm Animation Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.