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Associate Producer, Cinematics - Temp - Onsite Desired but Open to Remote

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The Cinematic Associate Producer Temp role will be tasked in a wide-range of duties that may include working within a specific department or on special projects using pre-rendered and/or in-game assets. This position will support the department producers and supervisors by facilitating communication and information sharing between artists, supervisors, departments and the rest of the team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the department producer, project producers, supervisors, and artists with production priorities, delivery targets, and task deadlines necessary to keep the show on track.
• Tracks the development of assets and/or shots through the cinematic pipeline and works with the Producers and artists to understand the status of assets/shots within their departments and updates the tracking software with current statuses.
• Organizes and schedules meetings related to the project, including arranging OT meals if necessary.
• Takes detailed notes during meetings and dailies and ensures timely delivery of notes to the crew on the project.
• Acts as a conduit for day-to-day information between the crew as needed or directed.
• Helps maintain confluence/wiki pages for the department or project.
• Communicate frequently with the other Department Managers and team leads on project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Contribute to a positive work environment.

Job Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with Shotgun and industry best practice standards.
• Understands production schedules, timelines, and bids.
• Able to effectively communicate with artistic and technical personnel, as well as show management and upper management.
• Self-motivated and able to take the initiative as the need arises.
• Approachable, relaxed, and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to interact and contribute as part of a team.
• Builds strong team relationships with Artists, Supervisors, Directors, and Project Producers.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to plan ahead, think outside the box, identify issues/roadblocks, and develop plans to prevent or minimize their impact on production.
• Ability to work in a unique, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and small budgets. Experience facilitating teams and meeting deadlines under pressure.

Pluses

• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, JIRA.
• Love of the storytelling process, especially via movies and animation.
• Passion for Blizzard games; particularly World of Warcraft, Diablo, Starcraft, and Overwatch.
• Familiarity working with an Animation and an In-Game Cinematics Pipeline.

Submission Materials

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Job Status: Temporary

Primary Location: United States-CA-Irvine / Open to Remote

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