Skydance Animation
Production
ScriptSupervisor
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“Script Supervisor at Skydance Animation. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement, script supervision, managerial experience, attention to detail, communication. keeper of the master production script. attend scratch and production dialogue records”
What You'll Achieve.
keeper of the master production script; track and update revisions in real-time; goals set by production leadership; provide summaries including outstanding character line count; ensure scripted material is within established copyright guidelines
Industry & Context.
Quick identification of changing priorities
critical attention to security of distributed scripted material
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Previous experience as a Script Supervisor on an animated feature production, Managerial experience in an animation production setting, High proficiency with Final Draft and Microsoft Office, Exceptionally attention to detail and follow-through, Quick identification of changing priorities in a fast-paced environment, Ability to work autonomously and in a team-oriented setting, Must be a knowledgeable and effective communicator throughout the production pipeline, Excellent written and oral communication skills, level of discretion and confidentiality
What You'll Do.
keeper of the master production script
attend scratch and production dialogue records
track and update revisions in real-time
Manage and support the Writer(s) schedule and delivery priorities
assist in casting for scratch
building character descriptions for casting/marketing packets
Central hub and point-person for master production
act as “guardian” of development and script material
Closely partner alongside Director
Regularly incorporate all approved notes and changes to script material
Attend applicable meetings and Director reviews for script and story revisions
Track specific Writer contribution for appropriate crediting
Supervise and mentor Production Coordinators and Assistants
manage workflow and logistics for department
Manage and implement the master VO schedule
Attend Production dialogue recording sessions
update script with review notes
prep and distribute recording materials for Talent
Track dialogue recording status and provide summaries
Update Producers with all notable story and script changes
Notation and communication to Editorial of Director’s preferred takes
Track scratch dialogue
Create an archival “milestones” conformed script after every story reel screening
Liaise with Legal to ensure scripted material is within established copyright guidelines
Provide critical attention to security of distributed scripted material
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
cross-functional coordination; Closely partner alongside Director, Producers, Writers, Editors; team-oriented setting; effective communicator throughout the production pipeline
Communication Scope
Excellent written and oral communication skills; knowledgeable and effective communicator
Process & Methodology
process management, resource planning, workflow management, logistics management
Full Job Description
## Description Skydance offers a dynamic, inclusive, and ever-evolving culture where innovative ideas are welcomed, and growth fostered. The partnership between unique creativity and technological advancements are demonstrated within each pillar of the company. At the heart of it all is a commitment to boldly entertaining and relevant storytelling. While all Animation studios look to hire people who are creative and hard-working, Skydance Animation is specifically looking for pioneers who seek to push the limits of what the world’s most collaborative art form can achieve, and to give those pioneers the space and the resources to build a new studio that’s doing something different. If you’ve ever dreamt of what the early days of Hollywood must have been like, of what it takes to roll up your sleeves and break new ground, figure out a new process, and to one day say, “I was there when it all began,” then welcome aboard… For information on Skydance’s privacy practices, see the Skydance U.S. Personnel Privacy Notice located at https://skydance.com/privacy-personnel/. --- Skydance Animation is looking for an experienced Script Supervisor to be the keeper of the master production script on a new feature film. They will attend scratch and production dialogue records and consistently track and update revisions in real-time. The Script Supervisor must have excellent organizational skills, ability to manage shifting priorities, and managerial experience. This position requires strong and constant attention to detail. ## Responsibilities Manage and support the Writer(s) schedule and delivery priorities with goals set by production leadership, keep on-task, assist in casting for scratch, and building character descriptions for casting/marketing packets Central hub and point-person for master production script; act as “guardian” of development and script material Closely partner alongside Director, Producers, Writers, Editors with understanding position’s significance in
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