The Production Assistant (PA) works in the Production Management department on Animated feature length films, short films, long form series titles, and/or special projects at Walt Disney Animation Studios. This PA works among production departments to provide day-to-day administrative and project support including, but not limited to, food orders, production office tasks, event planning, note taking, meeting scheduling, meeting preparation, and meeting assistance.
Role Specifics & Responsibilities:
The PA ensures the accuracy of information by communicating in a timely and organized manner. The PA assists and supports the production with day-to-day issues and projects as they arise.
Qualifications:
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, Google Docs
- A keen interest in Animation Production Management and the Animation production pipeline is essential
- Proactive and able to work effectively independently; seeking guidance when necessary
- Positive attitude; demonstrating the ability to be resourceful and flexible
- Demonstrated ability to work with discretion and be sensitive to confidential information
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and change course of action quickly
- Strong people skills, including the ability to work as part of a team
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent multi-tasking, organization and follow-thru skills in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal
- Previous Disney, agency, production or project management experience preferred
- Education or professional experience in animation a plus
- Production and project tracking experience using spreadsheets, databases or database software (such as Shotgun/ShotGrid) a plus
Educational Requirements:
● Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred