VFX Coordinator
Description
CoSA VFX Vancouver has an opening for an experienced VFX Coordinator for a long-term position. We are continuing to grow and working on projects such as Gotham, Lucifer, Lethal Weapon and more, with exciting new projects starting in early 2017.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Working with the production team:
- update Ftrack shot tracking database promptly with all new information, episodes, notes or deliveries
- upload and download material from FTP/Aspera, and notify artists and production team of footage, element or shot deliveries
- set up and maintain Excel delivery logs
- maintain and post/distribute all calendar events
- participate in production meetings, Cinesync sessions, Skype sessions, dailies and artist rounds and follow up on notes and action items that arise
- have a precise idea of what the team is working on and inform producer/supervisor of any issues
- make sure artists are aware of targets and assure that they have all info and materials they need, and help them get it if they don’t
- help with ordering/organizing dinner when the crew is working OT, help keep studio tidy and organized if required
We work in a fast-paced environment, primarily on TV series, juggling multiple episodes and shows at once.
REQUIREMENTS:
Strong organizational skills:
- Exceptional consistency in naming files, formatting emails and packaging deliverables
- Demonstrated capacity to monitor heavy email traffic, identify and respond promptly to high priority messages
- Experience in creating accurate and succinct notes in meetings and review sessions, distributing appropriately
Excellent teamwork skills:
- Insight into how clients and in-house supervisors workflows as well as their project priorities
- Collaborate effectively with other production staff working on the same projects
- Able to engage appropriate team members for answers and approvals
Superior verbal and written communication skills:
- Engaging manner and an interest in working face-to-face with artists and clients
- Able to communicate effectively with busy people. Convey urgency without seeming abrasive or flustered
- Skilled in crafting emails and other communications that utilize existing methodology
- Excellent grammar, spelling and written skills in general
Thorough understanding of the VFX production process and tools:
- 1-3 years production experience, including live-action feature film or television experience
- Related post-production training, college or university an asset
- Understanding of on-set and digital VFX techniques, processes and language
- Anticipate -- and proactively address -- issues that crop up in production
- Hands-on experience with file transfer technologies such as Aspera and FTP
- Extensive knowledge of Mac OS X and Microsoft Office. Familiarity with FTrack a plus
This position is a full-time non-contract position, subject to additional hours as required by production schedules. Must be BC Resident and CDN/PR.
We look forward to meeting you!
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