Production Assistant

About the job

Job Posting Title:

Production Assistant

Req ID:

10161630

Job Description:

The Production Assistant (PA) works in the Production Management department on Animated feature length films, short films, long form series titles, and/or special projects at Walt Disney Animation Studios. This PA works among production departments to provide day-to-day administrative and project support including, but not limited to, food orders, production office tasks, event planning, note taking, meeting scheduling, meeting preparation, and meeting assistance.

Role Specifics & Responsibilities:

The PA ensures the accuracy of information by communicating in a timely and organized manner. The PA assists and supports the production with day-to-day issues and projects as they arise.

Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and/or Keynote, Google Docs
• A keen interest in Animation Production Management and the Animation production pipeline is essential
• Proactive and able to work effectively independently; seeking guidance when necessary
• Positive attitude; demonstrating the ability to be resourceful and flexible
• Demonstrated ability to work with discretion and be sensitive to confidential information
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and change course of action quickly
• Strong people skills, including the ability to work as part of a team
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent multi-tasking, organization and follow-thru skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, written and verbal
• Previous Disney, agency, production or project management experience preferred
• Education or professional experience in animation a plus
• Production and project tracking experience using spreadsheets, databases or database software (such as Shotgun/ShotGrid) a plus

Educational Requirements:

●      Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred

The pay rate for this role in Burbank, CA is $23.82 per hour. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and/or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

Job Posting Segment:

WDAS Bur Prod

Job Posting Primary Business:

WDAS Bur Prod

Primary Job Posting Category:

Executive Support

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Burbank, CA, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-09-29