Power Automedia (www.powerautomedia.com) a leading digital media company in the automotive industry, has an opening for a Production Assistant to work in our Video Production Division: Alloy Studios. This individual must be highly organized, practice solid time management, and have the ability to manage projects and tasks at a high level. Automotive passion or interest is a major plus.

About the Company.

Power Automedia (PAM) is a different kind of company. We believe in creating the best automotive content, to fuel the magic of the automobile. We believe in helping people achieve their dreams by building something special. We champion the automotive digital media revolution by producing innovative websites and immersive automotive videos.

Production Assistant.

The Production Assistant position is responsible for assisting in the coordination, planning and organizing of all of our video production projects and our live event broadcasts.  You will be working with the Producer/Directors, Line Producer, Production Manager, and the GM/Executive Producer of the department. This position is based in Temecula (Murrieta), California.

About the Job.

Ultimately, the job is to assist the Line Producer in coordinating  all of the moving parts and logistics that entail a video production project.

Responsibilities:

• Manage communication between Sales, Pre-production, and Production on all video projects.
• Assist in the development and management of pre-production & production schedules.
• Help oversee projects are delivered on schedule, keeping the client, the video production team and general manager well aware of project status, updates, and timelines.
• Provide support on set for the Producer/Directors and crew members from load in. craft services, talent releases, vehicle paperwork, and ultimate wrap and breakdown
• Maintain clear pathways of communication with all connected departments to facilitate transparency on project timelines.
• Working collaboratively with Video and Editorial, Assist in the management of pre-production on in-house editorial videos
• Track and Assist with billing and financial reporting on all video department projects.
• Time tracking coordination
• Delivering Updated Video Production “Progress” Reporting Weekly.
• Responsible for assisting in freelance staffing & travel for crews for our live events, video productions, and tradeshow events across the country
• Coordinate equipment/video trailer(s) to different events across the country
• Overall in house gear management as well as management and retrieval of all rental equipment

Skills & Experience:

• 2+ Years of Similar Experience
• Spreadsheet Experience Required (Excel, Google Sheets, etc.).
• Project management experience to manage schedules and deadlines within a competitive business environment.
• High attention to detail
• Organization is a must
• Strong communicator

• Experience with digital project management tools is preferred(Basecamp, Slack, Google Docs, etc.)
• Exceptional time management skills
• General understanding of the video production process
• Automotive knowledge is preferred but not required

Success Criteria.

Production Assistant  is measured on the success of the day to day operations of the video department. Success criteria includes:

• Increase bandwidth, productivity, and organization for Leadership 
• Harmony between all departments and client; from sales, video production, freelancers to our clients
• A smooth-running operation with well-established processes, standards and systems
• Boots on the ground knowledge of what is happening in the department day to day

The Perks

Competitive salary, a Retina Macbook Pro, paid time off, fun work environment, flexible hours, benefits package.

How to Apply

Send your resume, salary history and a cover letter