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This role may focus on a specific department (eg. FX, Lighting/Comp, etc) or provide support across departments/shows depending on production needs.\nProject Responsibilities\nProvide daily and weekly updates to the Line Producer flagging key priorities and progress against the established schedule\nTrack and communicate status updates (deliverables, quotas, targets) to the Line Producer and Supervisors, ensuring accurate information is maintained in FlowPT (fka Shotgrid)\nFollow protocols from the studio IT and Pipeline team for pipeline tools, naming conventions, and file management procedures, and notify them of any issues or questions. Ensure that naming conventions are strictly followed across all departments and phases of production.\nCoordinate with partner studios across multiple locations and time zones to ensure production materials, file deliveries, assignments, reviews, notes, and feedback are delivered, tracked, and communicated accurately and in a timely manner.\nAssist with task assignments to artists in alignment with the production schedule, confirming due dates with the Line Producer and/or department Supervisors \nWork with Artists to ensure they have all required materials to complete assignments, and help them manage time to get through their workloads. While coordinating with the supervisors to address any creative questions/concerns\nWork with vendors and internal supervisors to ensure accurate assignments, prompt feedback and daily reviews, under guidance of Producer/Director\nTake notes at meetings and disseminate to the team within 8 hours (or less)\nEnsure all tasks are assigned, and that tasks, notes, and production status are accurately tracked and maintained within FlowPT (fka Shotgrid) \nAct as liaison between departments, facilitating communication and helping to identify and resolve potential bottlenecks\nAssist with kickoff assignments with Artists by going over how to submit to FlowPT/save their work etc before the Directors/Supervisors do the actual kickoffs\nFlag potential delays or delivery risks early, escalating to the Line Producer as appropriate.\nProvide production and administrative support to Producers and Directors as required. \nManage all assets on the production to meet studio standards and ensure proper naming conventions are used\nPrepare and distribute materials for any outside vendors and deliveries as required for their department\nCreate production reports for their assigned departments and provide to the line producer as required\nSchedule meetings and reviews, ensuring necessary materials are prepared and participants are notified\nAdditional duties as requested\nStudio Responsibilities:\nInteract respectfully and professionally with colleagues, other staff members, partners, and clients.\nWork collaboratively across multiple productions and departments as required.\nFoster and mentor the development of Studio junior production support roles on day-to-day tasks\nContribute to a positive team environment aligned with Kickstart’s Core Values.\nRequirements\nUniversity degree or equivalent industry related education preferred\n2+ years industry experience preferred\nWorking knowledge of FlowPT (fka Shotgrid)\nProficiency in Google Workspace, and Slack\nExperience in 3D animation, and bonus points for specifically working within several different stages of the pipeline \nStrong organizational and project coordinating skills; able to adapt to shifting priorities\nMust be capable of working independently or as part of a team\nDemonstrates initiative, is a problem solver, knows when to escalate issues\nMust have strong communication (both verbally and written) and interpersonal skills\nAbility to maintain confidentiality\nSolid work ethic and positive attitude\nEfficient, detail-oriented, strong organizational skills\nAbility to deliver work on time and meet established performance objectives\nBonus Experience:\nHigh level of experience using Flow PT (fka Shotgrid)\nExperience with project management software\nExperience working with distributed teams across multiple locations and time zones.\nBenefits\nKickstart Entertainment is a growing animation and production studio with locations in Vancouver, Kelowna, Los Angeles, Arkansas, Hong Kong, Suzhou, and Mumbai. We believe in the power of collaboration-it shows in the way we work and in the supportive, creative environment we've built where innovation and great ideas thrive.\nAt Kickstart, we know that experience comes in many forms. You may not meet every qualification listed, and that's okay. If your skills and experience are closely aligned with what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and believe they make our team stronger.\nWhy Kickstart?\nHaving the right experience and skills is only one part of what we're looking for. We seek people who align with our Core Values and who are just as passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive workplace as they are about creating exceptional content.\nTogether, we're building a globally recognized studio known for outstanding storytelling, creative excellence, and a culture where talented people can do their best work.\nKickstart is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and accessible workplace throughout every stage of the employee journey, including recruitment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities.\nIf you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.\nCreate. Collaborate. Kickstart.\nSalary Range: $1,350 - $1,450 weekly / Equivalent Annual Salary: $70,200-75,400 annual\nContract Term: Anticipated start in December 2026. 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