Puppet Prop Coordinator
Swaybox Studios•New Orleans, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Puppet Coordinator is responsible for organizing and facilitating all elements of Puppet Fabrication. Collaborating closely with the Puppet Fabrication management team, this role involves planning and scheduling specific tasks related to puppet production, tracking productivity, generating reports, and identifying potential challenges that may hinder project completion. In partnership with the Puppet Fabrication Supervisor, the Puppet Coordinator adapts plans to align with the broader scheduling and budgeting objectives of the production.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in film, art, or a related field, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
- At least 3 years of experience in a related role.
- Proven ability to coordinate and manage groups effectively.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Capable of planning, scheduling, and tracking progress across multiple, interrelated departments.
- Understanding of materials and processes involved in character fabrication preferred.
- Excellent organizational abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Basic proficiency in word processing, Excel, and scheduling software.
Nice To Haves
- More than one year of experience managing puppet-related fabrication teams on feature films, with specific knowledge of puppet fabrication techniques and methods.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the management team to plan, estimate, and schedule various Puppet Fabrication tasks, including sculpting, armature construction, molding, casting, and painting
- Assess and address the needs of each fabrication group within the Puppet Fabrication department to optimize workflow
- Develop schedules for artists and fabrication teams to ensure that departmental priorities are met in a timely manner
- Oversee the daily operations and build-out of Puppet Fabrication to ensure that equipment, materials, health and safety standards, storage, employee relations, and budget goals are maintained
- Ensure that all Puppet Fabrication team members are informed about production priorities, deadlines, health and safety protocols, and relevant operational procedures
- Attend and/or lead pertinent production meetings with the Creative Supervisor and Puppet Fabrication Supervisor, ensuring accurate note-taking and distribution of essential information
- Prepare and present weekly updates on project progress across all departments to the Puppet Fabrication Supervisor and Producer
- Support the Puppet Fabrication Supervisor in monitoring departmental budget expenditures and costs
- Assist in onboarding new team members, providing guidance on production processes and best practices
- Willingness to work extended hours as needed to meet production demands
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
