Associate Production Manager - Expression Of Interest
Lucasfilm Entertainment
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Position at Industrial Light & Magic
This posting is an opportunity to submit your resume for future consideration; this is not a role that is open at this time. We anticipate this role may be open in the future, but we are not actively hiring for the position. If you would like to be considered for this potential role, please submit your resume. If the role becomes available, you may receive an email or call from a recruiter.
The Associate Production Manager works closely with the Coordinators in keeping the show operating in an organized and efficient manner. The APM will oversee the Coordinators’ discipline schedule and help guide them in order to have a comprehensive overall show schedule.
What You'll Do
• Establish a show schedule and work closely with the Coordinators in order to maintain a strong overall schedule. In addition, may involve coordinating for a specific group (discipline) of artists (or multiple groups) on any given project
• Report to Project (“Show”) Producer and Production Manager potential issues that may affect the schedule or workflow
• Acts as liaison between client side Production team and ILM Production team
• Correspond with client regarding reviews, schedule, and needs
• Manage communication between other ILM global sites
• Oversee outsourced work so that vendors’ bids and schedule flow with the overall show schedule, and confirm that vendors’ bids and schedule are in line with the goals of the show
• Work closely with your discipline supervisors and/or leads in crewing, casting and scheduling your discipline’s body of work, keeping in mind the overall show schedule, client reviews, bids, and other discipline needs
• Communicate discipline targets, assignments, and priorities to your discipline crew, as well as the overall Production crew. This should be daily and/or weekly
• Schedule, track, and manage assigned work within the Shotgun, as well working with Production Managers to display the information in a physical form (magnet boards / conference rooms) in order to be visible to the team
• Ensure work is on schedule for each department and is meeting internal and external (client) deadlines
• Track client needs, reviews and deliveries to make sure all disciplines hit their targets
• Keep a weekly synopsis of your discipline’s accomplishments and next steps
• Serve as key communication liaison between all parties relevant to your work. Provide updates, priorities, reschedules, and status of all shots at any given moment
• Anticipate and communicate issues to management team(s) to reach solutions in a timely manner
• Act as primary point person for organizing dailies/shot reviews throughout the day on behalf of your discipline Supe/Lead. Take notes regarding feedback and decisions made and enter any required information into the Shotgun/communicate to all so as to provide updates to all others impacted
• Technical ability and knowledge required to run Linux, Windows, and Mac-based programs for reviews with crew (dailies), clients, external vendors, and various meetings
• Prioritization and escalation of technical support issues
• Perform special projects as needed
• Additional Responsibilities as Needed on Shows:
• May accompany VFX Supervisor and Matchmover on location for blue screen and principal photography work. Responsible for camera reports, shot information sheets, and matchmove information. Must be able to recognize and report back to ILM production any changes to shots that affect the budget
• Reserve equipment and resources needed for location and stage work; monitor schedules to avoid conflicts
• Travel for plate shoots
• Work on the same schedule as first or second unit production when on location
What We're Looking For
• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Art, Drama or related field or equivalent work experience required
• Five years work experience in production to include strong working knowledge of post production/VFX techniques and terminology
• Proficiency in Macs/PCs including Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of UNIX required. Familiarity with Google Suite
• Must possess very strong organizational and communication skills and be able to handle a variety of tasks in an efficient manner while meeting deadlines
• Must have the ability to juggle multiple projects, work with diverse personalities, and work within strict deadlines
• Attention to detail, follow through and strong communication skills
• This position is on a guaranteed 40 hour work week, with daily overtime and some Saturday work required
• Ability to work on a computer/keyboard for long periods of time
• Ability to work overtime on an ongoing basis
• Ability to travel as needed
This position is with Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic. Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Lucasfilm fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world. **FOR U.S. BASED NEW HIRES ONLY:** We are taking a responsible approach to creating environments that allow us to do what we do best - entertain and inform millions around the world. As part of our commitment to health and safety, COVID-19 vaccines are required for current U.S. salaried and non-union hourly employees, as well as all newly hired U.S. employees.
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About Industrial Light & Magic:
Founded in 1975 by George Lucas, ILM is the leading effects facility in the world, serving the motion picture, commercial production, and attraction industries. ILM has created visual effects for over 325 feature films and has played a key role in seven of the top 10 worldwide box-office hits of all time and has contributed to 25 of the top 50. ILM has set the standard for visual effects, creating some of the most stunning images in the history of film. At the forefront of the digital revolution, the company continues to break new ground in visual effects, VR, AR, and Immersive Cinema.
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 with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. 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 Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Industrial Light & Magic.
Lucasfilm Entertainment Company Ltd. LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.
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