2D Production Coordinator

About us: Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 17 million subscribers tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our latest IP; Digital Circus has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come.

Job Information:

Glitch Productions is looking for an experienced detail-oriented and organised Production Coordinator to support our Line Producer Production Manager and fellow coordinators. This role is vital to the smooth operation of both our production and post-production departments.

You will apply strong planning tracking communication problem-solving and organisational skills to maintain the efficiency of our production pipeline. You will work closely with various production teams to identify and reduce bottlenecks and minimise disruptions throughout the process.

Your duties will include:

Production & Post-Production Support

• Support the management team in planning tracking and maintaining schedules across all production and post-production departments.

• Help coordinate and verify the transfer setup and organisation of production assets files and tasks from layout through to compositing.

Episode & Asset Management

• Break down episode animatics into actionable lists for departments such as animation and FX.

• Prepare episode breakdowns and launch materials to ensure smooth transitions between departments and projects.

• Track and monitor department progress ensuring tasks and deliverables for 2D animation 2D FX and 3D animation meet scheduled targets.

Database & Workflow Coordination

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate data in production management software to ensure clarity for artists and management.

• Attend production meetings dailies take detailed notes and generate actionable tasks based on meeting outcomes.

• Coordinate the flow of information from supervisors and directors to departments ensuring consistent direction and minimizing confusion.

Problem Solving & Workflow Optimisation

• Ability to forecast departmental schedules and deadlines with a proactive approach rather than a reactive one.

• Identify and help resolve issues with problematic assets shots or files.

• Collaborate with Leads Supervisors and Directors to achieve project goals within scheduled time.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of new tools and pipelines to improve production team efficiency.

A successful candidate will have:

• The ability to work Los Angeles/Vancouver business hours and days.

• Proven experience coordinating or managing longform projects in the 2D animation television industry.

• Experience working in both shipping and animation pipeline.

• Proficiency with production/project management tools such as Google Suite Asana Figma Harmony and ShotGrid.

• Strong critical thinking and ability to think independently and take initiative.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Effective problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• A working knowledge of 2D software such as Storyboard Pro Harmony After Effects and Premiere.

• Self-motivated with a strong desire to optimise workflows and improve team efficiency.

Bonus Skills:

• Deep understanding of internet and gaming culture.

• Animation background.

• Skills in 3D layout and animation.

What we offer:

• A competitive starting salary with reviews every 6 months.

• A flexible work arrangement and schedule with options for work from home and flexi-hours.

• A relaxed and fun office environment where individual input is valued.

• Regular work functions and free entry to conventions and events.

• Paid for gym memberships

• A diverse team that values independent input and career development.

Our values

Glitch Productions has an art-first mindset. Regardless of which team were in every single team members core mission is to create the best art possible and delight our audience that has given us so much. We achieve this mission through our values:

Passion: First and foremost every team member has a passion for the work we do and why we do it. Its what allows us to contribute our creative energy pitch new concepts and give everything we make a personal touch that resonates with our fans.

Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology we have always had a focus on innovation and new ideas. We always try to push the boundaries of our industry and keep things fresh and exciting for both the team and our audience.

Teamwork: Animation takes a big team of incredibly talented people and everyone is always ready to pitch in and lend a hand. We believe that our diversity and range of skills are what allows us to create works none of us could do on our own.

Integrity: Our integrity is the heart of our core mission. Its what allows us to do right for our projects and for each other.

At Glitch Productions were passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our values as a creative studio.

We hire based on skills passion and potential and celebrate the diverse perspectives that make our team stronger. We welcome people of all races genders sexual orientations gender identities ages educational backgrounds abilities and experiences.

Simply put if youre a good person and share our passion for animation we want to hear from you!