Production Coordinator

Flying Bark Productions is working on exciting projects such as Avatar: The Last Airbender feature film, Netflix's Stranger Things animated series, as well as our production Tales From Outer Suburbia by Shaun Tan. 

*Please note this position requires previous experience managing an LRC (Lighting/Render/Comp) department within an animation or VFX pipeline*

*Prioritising candidates based in Sydney, with no remote opportunities available.*

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Production Coordinator is dedicated to a specific department and contributes to the successful organisation and production of the film. Working in tandem with the department supervisor assigned, ensuring the smooth running of the work of the department and the timely delivery to the following departments. 

About you:

• At least 4+ years of production coordination experience in animated film/episodic;


• Must have solid experience in coordinating for the asset/design, lighting/comp or animation departments in animated film/episodic;


• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Shotgrid;


• The ability to deal with Confidential information and material in a discrete and professional manner at all times;


• Excellent diary management skills;


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;


• Patient and empathetic nature while dealing with artistic personalities;


• High level organizational skills;


• Experience in administration and managing files, producing and formatting documents and updating spreadsheets;


• A good level of formatting and document preparation and presentation skills desirable;


• The ability to work to deadlines and under pressure;


• Be available, proactive and a problem solver;


• A flexible approach and able to take on extra tasks when required.

What do we do?

Flying Bark Productions is a renowned independent producer of family-focused animation entertainment. For over 50 years, our 2D and 3D production facility has created award-winning feature films and TV series.

Why work with us?

• We work on some pretty cool projects - check out our website: https://www.flyingbark.com.au/


• We have an industry leading studio space in Alexandria, complete with a cinema, quiet room, Zen Garden, games room, and state of the art animation facilities.


• Breakfast is served daily - on us!


• We have cake days, movie nights, wrap parties & a culture club dedicated to coordinating our busy social calendar!


• The Barkers have big hearts too, with our Paws for a Cause fundraising arm raising much needed funds for charities such as Beyond Blue, RSPCA and the Cancer Council.


• We love dogs and you will often see some of our regular fluffy companions in the studio.


• We have a hybrid approach to work with flexible work from home days on offer.


• Career development is important to us so we offer training and support opportunities whenever possible.


• Our employees say our culture is the best they've ever experienced - everyone is welcome and celebrated!


• You'll have access to mental health resources and free counselling via our Employee Assistance Provider, Support Act.


• Enjoy holistic wellbeing support through discounted health insurance with Bupa, financial wellbeing initiatives from our superannuation partner Media Super, and access to staff qualified in Mental Health First Aid.

Flying Bark Productions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.