Web Production Specialist

This is a Full Time Job

Sony Pictures Interactive

PRODUCTION SPECIALIST
The Production Specialist supports Imageworks Interactive's Web Production by working closely with project stakeholders to produce, build, and schedule small to medium-scale web-based projects. Under the supervision of a Web Producer, Production Manager or Web Developer, the Production Specialist scopes assigned projects, prepares and maintains documentation (project timeline, sitemaps, wireframe decks and asset logs), communicates status with stakeholders, and builds web pages. The Production Specialist assists the Web Production team with production tasks, such as building HTML pages, Flash pages, creating graphics, QA testing, encoding and editing video, and any other production related requests. The Production Specialist is also responsible for archiving, cataloging, retrieving and backing up digital assets.
Responsibilities:

Manage small to medium-scale web-based projects, from inception to completion (creative brainstorm, scope development, wireframing, design, production, QA, tracking, delivery, review, launch, etc.)
Hands-on development of websites and other web-based projects
Create and maintain project documentation (i.e. scope, timeline, sitemap, wireframe deck, etc.)
Coordinate with the project team assigned to each project and supervise daily progress (a typical team is comprised of a designer, flash designer, web developer, QA analyst, content producer, software engineer)
Conduct small project kick-off meetings and subsequent status meetings with project team and stakeholders, including client representatives
Manage assigned projects with external vendors (this includes project management, testing and integration)
Manage and keep track of all project reviews and approvals from Art Director, Legal, Marketing, and Client Representatives
Communicate clearly and often with project stakeholders (i.e. revisions, scope, timeline, etc.)
Enforce strict adherence to tech specs, tracking specs, standards and best practices for all disciplines within team
Consistently deliver outstanding work, always on time
Research and evaluate competitive websites to continuously improve quality of work
Organize and back up production assets, source files and production files for easy retrieval
Keep track of hours worked on each project for accounting purpose

Requirements:

A minimum of 3 years experience with the following applications: HTML (hand coding, no WYSIWYG), Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, JavaScript, CSS, MS Project, MS PowerPoint, Visio
Solid understanding of the web production process, including requirements gathering, design, development tools and technologies, QA and deployment management
Must have intermediate to advanced graphics design skills utilizing Photoshop and Illustrator
Strong attention to detail and adherence to established standards
Strong organizational and excellent project management skills in a deadline driven environment
Ability to see projects through from start to finish with minimal guidance
Ability to handle multiple projects within tight deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills required
Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as ability to present and explain technical and business information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding
Fluency in other language(s) is a plus
Experience Required:
A minimum of 3 years web development/project management experience (preferably entertainment based; prior CMS experience also a plus)
Studio or Interactive agency experience is highly desired