Creative Coordinator - Silvergate Media

Full Time Job
Creative Coordinator - Silvergate Media

Silvergate Media is an independent media company developing world-class children's brands for multi-platform broadcasters and retail partners with offices in London and New York and operations in China. The company was founded by Lord Alli and Viscount Astor in October 2011 through the purchase of the rights to the two pre-school properties: Peter Rabbit and Octonauts. Since then the company has established a studio in New York which has released Sunny Day on Nickelodeon in 2017 and Hilda on Netflix in 2018 with a number of new properties currently in production and development.

We are searching for an energetic, self-directed, highly organized, proactive creative type to provide administrative and creative support to a TV team producing an animated children's series and developing new projects. Ideal candidate has knowledge/interest in animation, kids' media, and pop culture. This position reports to the Executive Producer/EVP Creative.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage calendars and schedule meetings for Creative Producers:
• Anticipate scheduling conflicts and resolve
• Coordinate schedule(s) to maximize time and create efficiencies
• Ensure meetings are successful and efficient:
• Confirm times, directions, and contact information in advance with any external attendees
• Confirm necessary materials and/or AV needs in advance; ensure they're tested and functional before meeting
• Prepare/print required documents in advance of meetings, including agendas; ensure all participants have required materials
• Take clear, concise notes and distribute as appropriate
• Coordinate with Creative Producers and Production Management to prepare daily and weekly to-do lists in accordance with production deadlines
• Create and maintain up-to-date contact list
• Manage all travel planning and expense reporting for Creative Team
• Plan, organize and implement events, such as meetings or business luncheons
• Provide support to creative team on various creative development projects including: writing coverage on prospective ideas; taking and compiling notes during meetings; tracking and summarizing market trends/broadcaster line-ups; researching and recommending designers, animation studios, and writers; creating mood boards; and assisting in the creation of pitch materials and presentations
• Responsible for various show-related tasks including downloading, distributing, and archiving creative assets. For example: visuals from designers and animation studio, scripts for tv, theatrical adaptations, digital assets for consumer products, and episodic deliverables at every stage of production

SKILLS
• Excellent communication skills (written, oral, and interpersonal)
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with an ability to multitask and prioritize in busy production office
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Problem-solving, proactive thinker
• Ability to work independently
• Sensitive to confidentiality
• Must be a detail-oriented and a service-oriented individual
• Administrative experience in a production/creative environment a plus
• Passionate about children's television

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent work experience
• 1-3 years of prior experience in supporting mid- to senior-level executives in entertainment, business, management, or related field
• Proficient with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Photoshop
• Proficiency in Premiere, Final Draft and/or After Effects a plus
• Familiarity with animation pipelines a plus
• Prior experience in television production a plus
• Additional Language skills a plus

*Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

USA - NY - 30th Street - Silvergate