Production Coordinator

This is a Full Time Job

Universal Music Group is currently seeking a Production Coordinator in our Santa Monica, CA office location:

Universal Music Enterprises (UMe), a division of the Universal Music Group (UMG), is presently seeking a Production Coordinator in the company’s Santa Monica, CA location. UMe is the centralized catalog marketing division for the Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company, which has grown recently due to the acquisition and integration of EMI's impressive catalog of world class artists. UMe spearheads marketing, sales, licensing, and ancillary exploitation for the world’s largest music catalog, whose brands and assets include the world’s greatest recording artists. This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of all print production and audio mastering for UMG releases in a timely manner.

Responsibilities:
* 40% Responsible for planning, scheduling, and for monitoring all aspects of production and schedules to adhere to budgets.

* 10% Maintain constant communication between the Creative, Marketing, A&R and Production Departments as well as any additional outside design personnel to ensure timely delivery of all projects.

* 5% Support and ensure company and department policies and procedures are followed fairly and consistently.

* 5% Ensure department standards are maintained in terms of quality and quantity.

* 5% Data input and management of database and scheduling systems.
* 20% Other duties as assigned by company management.

Job Requirements:

* Minimum five (5) years experience in graphics field required.
* Must be able to accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
* Must be able to meet deadlines.
* Ability to multi-task and juggle competing priorities.
* Must be a creative thinker.
* Computer experience: Internet, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Highly motivated and with a desire to work in a team environment.
* Ability to keep information confidential.
* Must be willing to work extended hours.
* Must be self-directed and well organized.