[WORKDAY] Production Coordinator - Disney Television Animation

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About this Role and our Studio 

Disney Television Animation (DTVA) has over forty years of legacy as a top producer of kids & family entertainment. Our work is integral to The Walt Disney Company, bringing Disney-branded characters and stories to families’ homes across the globe.  

DTVA creates both long-form and short-form content spanning traditional 2D, rig-based 2D, CG (preschool), CG (premium), and stop-motion. We create shows in a broad range of unique and innovative styles, and we aim to match the right talent with the right production in terms of skill and artistic style. 

By submitting an application for this Production Coordinator job posting, you may be considered for any Production Coordinator positions that arise until the expiration date provided.  

Applications submitted to this job posting will remain valid until December 31, 2026. 

The Production Coordinator works on a project through the completion of pre-production. As Coordinator, they are available to help the Producers, Production Managers and or Production Supervisors on all tasks during pre-production and production (if applicable).

What You Will Do

Planning  

• Coordinate any/all of the following meetings:  Storyboard Handouts, Design Reviews, Pitches, Leica Screenings, Art Approvals, Animatic Reviews and any additional Production specific requests. 

• Break down scripts for Storyboard Handouts and Design meetings. 

• Research and locate reference for the crew, as needed. 

Collaboration 

• Work with the other show Coordinators and/or Production Associate to maintain artwork and production files as per standard TVA procedures. 

• Assist in the preparation of materials for the Vendor studio, Production Executives, and/or other Disney partners as requested. 

• Partner with the PM to ensure that all show elements and production materials are archived as per WDTVA and studio policy. 

• Partner with the PM to attend and take notes at Retake sessions as well as distribute notes to the Vendor studio and internal production team. 

• Help with event planning and crew activities as needed. 

• Partner with the PM and/or AP/LP to ensure that all Storyboards are conformed, pitch and due dates are on track, S&P and Legal department changes are addressed and that Exec creative notes are reviewed and implemented.  Communicate any production delays to the PM and AP/LP. 

• Perform all other applicable duties as assigned by TVA Leadership and per TVA policies and procedures. 

Organization 

• Enter artwork in the “Insight” database.  Track all artwork including characters, props and location designs. 

• Create, distribute and maintain the episode Design Lists throughout the production process – from Storyboard to Shipping. 

• Prepare and send complete digital shipping packages of episodes to Vendor studio.   

Communication  

• Confirm receipt and follow up on any issues/questions that come back from the Vendor studio. 

• Prepare and distribute necessary materials for artists that work in-house, freelance and daily call. 

• Partner with Artistic Leadership to ensure that the team has what they need to complete their weekly assignments.  Flag any issues/problems to the PM and AP/LP as necessary. 

Technical Skills 

• Proficient computer skills; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook; ToonBoom Storyboard Pro; Adobe Photoshop; Insight; Ftrack or other Production tracking tools 

• Excellent organizational skills, strong written & verbal communication skills 

​Additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 3+ years in animated television series production 

• Ability to oversee multiple tasks and solve problems in a fast-paced environment 

• Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible 

• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, e-social skills and acumen 

• Mac or PC proficient. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Microsoft Office – knowledgeable use of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook and PowerPoint 

• Final Draft 

• Adobe Acrobat Pro 

• Adobe Photoshop 

• Knowledge of SAP and Concur 

Education 

• Bachelor degree preferred or equivalent work experience  

Job Location

• This is a fully onsite role based in Glendale, CA.

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