Production coordinator

Production Coordinator

We are looking for a strong Coordinator that will support the Head of Content, the VP of Production and act as a collaborative member of the Discovery Channel content team. This role will oversee administrative functions in addition to managing logistical and creative projects as part of the production and development teams.

Manage all administrative tasks for the Head of Content & VP of Production which include: calendaring, tracking calls, travel arrangements and expenses.

Organize and manage all Content Team meetings, both internally and externally. This includes preparing materials for meeting including production reports, creative decks, etc.

Assist Content Team members with various creative needs such as brainstorming new ideas for existing shows, new series titles, crafting loglines, department presentations, and deck creation.

Excellent deck creation skills, using Powerpoint and/or Canva and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel.

Video editing skills a plus.

2+ years of experience within the entertainment industry preferred.

A successful candidate will be a self-started who is resourceful, proactive, flexible and can handle multi-tasking with strong verbal and written skills.

Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism in a fast-paced environment while interfacing with many executives within the company in addition to producers, talents, agents, and other executives within the industry.

Intense curiosity and drive to learn more about this industry. Ideal candidate will love storytelling, film & television as a whole, and specifically unscripted television.