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Graphics Producer

Full Time

ASPECT, an award-winning North Hollywood based Motion Picture Advertising Agency, has an immediate opening for a Graphics Producer with a passion for movie trailers to join our team.

Aspect is looking for an exceptional Producer to join our award-winning motion graphics team. The Graphics Producer is the primary liaison to the Entertainment Marketing Account-Management Teams, as well as Editorial and Finishing Departments. They will streamline all incoming and outgoing Client-facing requests.  Candidates must be organized, efficient, resourceful and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign tasks to Graphic Artists
• Facilitate design and production of graphics
• Ideate and assist graphics artists to solve creative problems
• Receive, research and distribute all requests for graphic creation and follow through to delivery
• Inform Graphic Artists when new elements arrive and confirm correct assets are provided
• Meet with Graphic Artists to facilitate exchange of elements with Editorial and Producing Team
• Communicate graphic requests to team and provide translation between design and producers
• Communicate with clients to schedule and track projects
• Take and distribute notes and creative direction
• Maintain schedule and assignment priorities based on project timelines
• Attend all project related meetings, take notes and distribute to team
• Monitor proper implementation of pipeline/workflow procedures
• Coordinate with finishing department and ensure quality control during graphics delivery
• QT graphic assets prior to delivery
• Lead graphics team through technical finishing process

Qualifications

• 2+ years of coordinating/producing experience in the entertainment / advertising industry
• Superior written and oral communication and organization skills are essential
• Must be deadline-driven and be able to manage the pressures of multiple deadlines
• Must be extremely organized, thorough and conscientious
• Proactive attitude and good problem-solving skills are a must
• Experience with graphic and post-production pipelines
• Strong working knowledge of all digital graphic file formats and their appropriate applications
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office especially Excel. Adobe Acrobat a plus
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects.
• Cinema 4D, Maya, Nuke, and NLEs a plus, but not required
• Must be a dependable self-starter who's able to think on their feet and problem solve, be detail oriented, creative, flexible, level-headed, a team-player, and have a passion for our industry
• Professional attitude is a must

Compensation & Benefits:

The base pay range for this position is $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually (Exempt).  The base pay offered will depend on factors, including candidate's qualifications and relevant experience. Total compensation package will also include other elements, including paid time off, subsidized health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k).

Location:

North Hollywood Office - Hybrid Schedule

Aspect is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the

basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race,

religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition,

marital status, covered veteran status, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic characteristic, or

membership in any other class protected by applicable law. Aspect will consider for employment

qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable

state and federal law.

Creative Coordinator

Full Time

ASPECT, a North Hollywood based motion picture marketing agency with a 40-year history

servicing Hollywood’s biggest projects, is looking for a solution-oriented problem solver with a

resilient and positive can-do attitude to fill the role of Creative Coordinator on our team.

Creative Coordinators will provide support to supervising Producers, as well as interface directly

with our clients to coordinate incoming and outgoing requests. Candidates must be organized,

efficient and resourceful. Professional attitude is a must.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with supervising producers to track project deadlines

• Facilitate and manage client requests through completion

• Quality control all spots and materials before sending to clients

• Assign graphic requests and provide translation between clients and graphics

• Coordinate with finishing department to ensure quality control and organization

throughout the finishing process

• Book, schedule, and arrange payment for voiceover artists upon request

• Attend project related meetings and phone calls, take notes and distribute to team

• Maintain schedule and assignment priorities based on project timelines

• Manage elements received by clients and facilitate distribution to proper departments

• Learn and anticipate needs for campaign projects before issues arise

Qualifications:

• Experience in the entertainment / advertising industry, a plus!

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills

• Must be deadline-driven and be able to manage the challenges of multiple deadlines

• Must be thorough, detail oriented and conscientious

• Proactive team-player and excellent problem-solving mindset

• Stellar follow-up and follow-through

• Strong knowledge of Filemaker Pro and Microsoft Office

• Knowledge of the finishing process also a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

The base pay range for this position is $23.00 - $27.00 per hour (non-exempt). This is a full-time position and you will be eligible for overtime pay. The base pay offered will depend on factors, including candidate's qualifications and relevant experience. Total compensation package will also include other elements, including paid time off, subsidized health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k).

Aspect is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the

basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race,

religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition,

marital status, covered veteran status, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic characteristic, or

membership in any other class protected by applicable law. The employer will consider for employment

qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable

state and federal law.

Runner (Post Production Assistant)

Full Time

ASPECT, an award-winning North Hollywood based Motion Picture Advertising Agency, has an immediate opening for a Runner (Entry-Level Production Assistant) with a passion for movie trailers to join our team.

Runners are responsible for retrieving/delivering sensitive materials in a timely manner to and from clients, studios, staff, and Aspect offices. Ideal candidates are dependable self-starters who can think on their feet and problem solve. Candidates must possess strong phone etiquette, be detail oriented, creative, flexible, level-headed, a team player, and have a strong interest in Motion Picture Advertising and Movie Trailers.

Candidates must have a reliable car, valid California Driver's License, California Car Registration, proof of insurance, and excellent driving record

Candidates are required to have a reputable and reliable cell phone service to allow communication while out on runs. Work shifts (start times) are rotated every week (8-Hour shifts + meal break). Must be able to work long hours, variable shifts and occasional weekend work.

This position requires working full time in an office environment.

Responsibilities:

• Keep meticulous track of assets and drives as they come in and out of the office
• Responsible for consistent cleanliness of office + outside patio while we are away
• Assist in moving/delivering of furniture and various related tasks as needed
• Call and verify pick up orders
• Distribute mail/packages daily
• Transcribe feature dialogue
• Call various vendors to inquire about supplies and availability
• Assist with operation-related tasks as needed
• Assist the Office Coordinator with general office-related tasks
• Assist the Executive Director of Culture with general tasks involving event planning and execution.

Abilities:

• Great communication skills while most of the company working from home
• Frequent lifting/moving of furniture, boxes, equipment
• Skilled driving in heavy traffic, secure lots, and at various distances
• Lots of sitting and computer-related desk work
• Frequent listening (phone calls) and excellent reading comprehension
• Experience in Avid Media Composer a plus!

Compensation & Benefits:

The base pay for this position is $19.00 per hour (non-exempt). This is a full-time position and you will be eligible for overtime pay. Total compensation package will also include other elements, including paid time off, subsidized health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k).

Aspect is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, covered veteran status, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic characteristic, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. The employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.

Assistant Editor

Full Time

ASPECT, the North Hollywood based motion picture marketing agency with a 40 year history servicing Hollywood’s biggest projects, is looking for a solution oriented problem solver with a resilient can-do attitude to fill the role of Assistant Editor on our team.

 RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prep Theatrical and Home Entertainment Trailer and TV Spots for In and Out-of-House Finish.
• Creating Finishing Preps by Overcutting Picture and Audio, Unmatted Reference with Clip Name and Time Code burn-ins, EDLs, XMLs, Video and Audio AAFs, OMFs; Changes-only Preps; Shot and Dialogue Lists, etc.
• Import Picture AAF and EDLs back into Avid to confirm they work for Avid Finish.
• Proficient in MPAA rules for TRT, Ratings, Green Cards, etc.
• Responsible for logging, syncing, organizing, creating projects & sequence templates, archiving footage, recording ISDN & live ADR/Narration, and other tasks AE-related to Post Production.
• Provide coverage and overcuts of updated features/footage/VFX
• Subclip dialog breakdowns for ingested content
• Transcode, Export, Consolidate, Compress media as necessary
• Collaborate and assist Editors and Producers in managing day-to-day details to streamline the post-production process and maximize productivity
• Work closely with IT and Director of Operations to help streamline workflows
• Keep detailed logs on footage and tracking of all assets
• Prepare sequences and assets for delivery to third-party vendors for onlining, color grading, sound mixing, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have minimum 2 years’ experience as an Assistant Editor, preferably in a motion picture advertising agency.
• Must be extremely proficient in Avid Media Composer with experience troubleshooting common Avid issues
• Understanding of shared area network storage (ISIS/Unity/XSAN)
• Understanding of HD/SD formats, file and tape based deliveries
• Understanding of frame rates, conversions, & Codecs
• Ability to prioritize, juggle multiple tasks, take direction, and give direction
• Must have great communication skills
• Must have experience in media management, server storage, and removable external storage.
• Must have experience in setting up post production workflows.
• Must be comfortable with video codec and format lingo.
• Must be comfortable working in Apple Compressor and FileMaker Pro and Avid ProTools.
• Must be meticulous, technical, organized, and creative at the same time
• Ability to work independently and under close direction
• Experienced in fast-paced, high-stress, deadline-driven environment

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

• Must be very detailed oriented.
• Must be prompt with the ability to respond and prioritize quickly
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal, and listening.
• Must be able to communicate at various levels, appropriate to the audience.
• Excellent multi-tasking abilities. Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• The candidate must be an exceptional problem solver.
• Self-motivated and driven.
• Levelheaded, calm and functions well under stress.
• Flexibility in competently juggling competing priorities and changing expectations.
• Experience in marketing/trailer post production environment a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

The base pay range for this position is $25.86 - $31.63 per hour (non-exempt). This is a full-time position and you will be eligible for overtime pay. The base pay offered will depend on factors, including candidate's qualifications and relevant experience. Total compensation package will also include other elements, including paid time off, subsidized health insurance (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k).

Aspect is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants are evaluated on the basis of their qualifications, consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, covered veteran status, gender, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic characteristic, or membership in any other class protected by applicable law. The employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and federal law.