JESSICA OH
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Team-minded Production Manager with expertise in production planning, scheduling and collaboration with staff and clients. Accomplished in preparing for production jobs keeping on track with targets all the while maintaining a positive attitude in stressful situations. Personable communicator with a focus on working with various personality types effectively, looking to grow within a studio that shares mutual morale and values.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
Icon Creative Studio
07.2023 - Current
- Resolved issues to maintain productivity goals.
- Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines.
- Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in flow and output.
- Participate in internal bidding processes to help obtain resources as needed
- Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
- Provide animator probationary and annual feedback
- Created and oversaw Animation production schedules and adjusted as needed to meet deadlines.
- Coordinated with up and downstream departments to align production with client requirements.
Department Production Manager
Image Engine Design
06.2021 - Current
- Crew performance, annual feedback and conflict mediation
- Casting artists from your department on shows according to skill and availability
- Working closely with the Head of Department, Department Supervisor and Leads to provide VFX Producer with first pass, internal bids
- Daily catch ups with show coordinators to stay informed of artist performance and any relevant show information.
- Coordinating daily meetings schedule with all departments on all shows
- Updating department crew plan to be folded into Facility wide crew plan
- Creating directories and shotgun pages in relation to your department.
- Keeping department shotgun pages up to date – including bid days vs actuals.
- Monitoring artist timelogs and adjusting if needed.
- Flagging potential OT to show producers/PMs in advance.
- Scheduling & participating in rounds/meetings/reviews/catchups for shows as needed.
- Helping artists troubleshoot email/shotgun/itsm/docsie/desktop issues
- Communicating with other show coordinators of any changes affecting their respective departments
- Managing artists' downtime effectively and providing suggestions on potential tasks to keep them occupied.
- Training and supervising any department coordinators or assistants when applicable. I.e. New Hires and/or Department growth.
- Make sure Production documentation for both projects and the facility is kept up to date.
Feature Animation Production Supervisor
DNEG
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Implemented a workflow to manage 100 animators across London, Montreal, Vancouver, New York, Los Angeles and Mumbai. Utilizing a 3rd party company to hire freelancers to accommodate the needful talents and fulfill the casting for show schedule.
- Trained and supervised several Production Coordinators and Production Assistants for Animation department, educating them on Shotgun, maintaining the schedule, and taking notes during internal dailies and client calls.
- Problem solve new issues with pipe team, Animation TD's and Supervisors to navigate through growing pains for a junior Feature Animation studio, address various technical hurdles
- Create a workflow amongst inter-departmental production tasks, to enhance the communication between upstream and downstream departments
- Maintained daily outlook of juggling animators' assignments to meet weekly quota and targeted milestones
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Flagging with Production Manager and Producer on internal issues and setting expectations on what is and is not achievable to hit for deadlines
- Boosting teams' morale by being the cheerleader during turbulent times - keeping a smile on the face despite the stress and hardship
- Communicate with clients on weekly basis on Animation quota and targets
- Strategize with Animation Director on 44 sequence launches, schedule and assign over 1300 shots appropriately to meet sequence deadlines as productively as possible, meanwhile pivot when plans don't align
- Bid with the Animation Director, guiding them through the past bids and flagging any significant changes to the PM and Producers
- Provided clear priorities and guidance for Animation production team and Animators to give guidance on the goals for the following weeks
- Managed Animation crew planning and vacation requests day to day in alliance with the show schedule
- Worked closely with Rigging team to implement a workflow between Animation and Rigging departments, so that regular asset rig quality check happens as thoroughly as possible
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
VFX Line Producer
DNEG
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Manage overall department milestones and schedule
- Participate in weekly calls with Show Production Manager, Department Managers, and Supervisors to crew and schedule accordingly
- Communicate with Department Coordinators and Supervisors on regular basis for accurate scheduling
- Liaise with Show Production Manager of any significant schedule changes that may delay client milestones
- Relay and follow-up any Show Supervisor and/or client requests
- Attend dailies and take notes
- Create Shotgun pages for Production Assistant and template page for current and future targets
- Establish clear work methodology to interpret into schedule and crew planning
VFX Production Coordinator
DNEG
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Addressed internal technical problems head-on and developed creative solutions to prevent delays and missed targets
- Worked with VFX and DFX supervisors and team members to understand shot / schedule needs and bring levels within desired tolerances
- Manage more than 80 different Assets and its schedule from Model to Lookdev, liaising with department coordinator and supervisor. Push and pull as needs come
- Communicate regularly with Mumbai and Chennai to make sure needs are met to keep work flowing (i.g. Outstanding briefs, lidar/references)
- Update regularly production scheduling tool Shotgun and make sure milestones are correctly adjusted
- Take notes during client call briefs, show dailies, and show meetings
VFX Line Producer
Goodbye Kansas
12.2018 - 10.2019
- Scheduling, prioritizing and tracking internal technical assignments and project details
- Organize rounds and project meetings
- Ensure Shotgun (project management tool) statuses and task assignments are kept up to date
- Daily contact with show producers and supervisors in Body/Face animation teams
- Ensure teams are rightly informed on daily delivery objectives
- Record all shot notes whether from clients or rounds
- Ensuring effective communication and continual team updates
- Coordinating and monitoring multiple projects effectively
- Documenting decisions and requests, and ensuring items are tracked and managed appropriately
- Monitoring and controlling progress, issues and preparing reports
- Communicate and coordinate with remote freelancers, some working in other time zones
- PROJECT: Troll (Cinematic Tech Demo for GDC 2019), The Ash Lad – In Search of the Golden Castle (Feature Film), Cyberpunk 2077 (Game Trailer), Lineage (Game Trailer)
Production Coordinator
Titmouse Canada
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Assist Line Producer and Production Manager to coordinate details of production in order to keep project on track
- Track and coordinate production of all art assets
- Communicate with each member of art team daily in order to assess progress toward meeting deadlines
- Meetings with supervisors to review artwork
- Distribute notes to artists
- Update approved artwork in file management system (FileMaker Pro)
- Deliver final episode to client
- Communicate with client first-hand via Basecamp
- Update Adobe Premiere Pro with all approved animation and comp files for internal reviews
VFX Production Coordinator
Scanline VFX
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Scheduling, prioritizing and tracking internal technical assignments and project details
- Organize dailies, rounds and project meetings; organize and setup rooms/media
- Ensure Shotgun (project management software) statuses and task assignments and project scope is maintained daily
- Ensure team members are clear on daily deliverables; calendar management
- Communicate team of shot priorities
- Documentation and report preparation; tasks tracked and managed
- Communicate any schedule changes to appropriate stakeholders; escalates to Supervisors/Producers
- Follow up on approved and completed work; ensure delivery on time
- Specialized in Lighting Show Production
- Notify upstream and downstream departments of Lighting task ETAs
- PROJECT: Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)
VFX Production Coordinator
MPC - Moving Picture Company
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Working as part of the film production team to implement practical VFX solutions.
- Developing project plans and delivery schedules to ensure deadlines are met.
- Coordinating departments and internal production staff to ensure efficient workflow.
- Working closely with editorial.
- Managing and logging incoming elements, footage, data, notes, etc.
- Overseeing outputs and client deliveries.
- Maintaining project databases.
- PROJECT: xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2016), Alpha (2018), A Wrinkle in Time (2018)
VFX Production Assistant
MPC (Moving Picture Company)
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Assisting Senior Producers with day to day job responsibilities including client sessions, note taking, project schedule updates, postings, etc.
- Focus on calendar and time management.
- Setup note taking for client calls.
- Interact with clients regarding client sends and review bookings.
- Work closely with Editorial on all sends to clients.
- General production support and office upkeep.
- PROJECT: xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2016)
Production Runner
MPC (Moving Picture Company)
03.2016 - 05.2016
- Maintain & keep suites in a clean and presentable manner.
- Maintain general office tidiness and assist with the basic upkeep of printer and faxes.
- Assist with Front Office duties when needed including setting up Courier.
- Ensure that all kitchens and refrigerators are stocked and kept clean.
- Assist with food services for clients, e.g.
creating and distributing snacks to suites. - Assist with client hospitality and ensure their comfort while visiting the office.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - French Literature And World Languages
Queen's University
Kingston, ON2010
Skills
- Team liaison
- Deadline-oriented
- Team leadership
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Efficient multitasker
- Attention to detail
- Filing and data archiving
- Self-motivated
- Quick learner
- Extremely organized
Volunteer / Internship
TALEN AGENT INTERN
Premiere Talent Management, July 2015 - Nov 2015, Vancouver, B.C.
- Followed up with actors about head shots, training, and auditions
- Handled Public Relations for actors, creating press releases, media contacts, and press kits
- Occasionally covered for Agent when she was away as local point of contact
PR EVENT ASSISTANT
VIFF Annual Red Carpet Film Party, Oct 2015, Vancouver, B.C.
- Assisted public relations team in guiding actors to press for their interviews
- Organized a line for interviews to be processed
EVENT ASSISTANT
Capital G Creatives, Sept 2015, Vancouver, B.C.
- Assisted at the opening event of barber shop, preparing decor, food and drinks.
- In charge of guis check-in at front door
PUBLIC RELATIONS INTERN
Gentlefawn, Oct 2014 - Jan 2015, Vancouver, B.C.
- Packaged Resort and Spring/Summer catalogues for distribution to boutiques in Canada and U.S.
- Helped organize for photoshoot and aid Head of Marketing to create the best looks for season's catalogue
- Prepared press kit materials for new line ELON
- Assisted in research for new context for brand's blog and Pinterest
- Assisted updating the brand's website
WORLD LINK VOLUNTEER
QUIC, Sept 2011 - April 2012, Kingston, ON
- Organized functions for international and Queen's University students
- Acted as one of the international ambassadors at Queen's University, sharing abroad experiences and informing different cultures
EVENT COORDINATOR
AIESEC, Sept 2011 - April 2012, Kingston, ON
- Prepared outgoing Queen's University students and graduates to work abroad by researching potential opportunities overseas on their behalf
Timeline
Production Manager
Icon Creative Studio
07.2023 - Current
Feature Animation Production Supervisor
DNEG
08.2021 - 06.2022
Department Production Manager
Image Engine Design
06.2021 - Current
VFX Line Producer
DNEG
01.2021 - 05.2021
VFX Production Coordinator
DNEG
10.2019 - 01.2021
VFX Line Producer
Goodbye Kansas
12.2018 - 10.2019
Production Coordinator
Titmouse Canada
05.2018 - 10.2018
VFX Production Coordinator
Scanline VFX
01.2018 - 05.2018
VFX Production Coordinator
MPC - Moving Picture Company
11.2016 - 01.2018
VFX Production Assistant
MPC (Moving Picture Company)
05.2016 - 11.2016
Production Runner
MPC (Moving Picture Company)
03.2016 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - French Literature And World Languages
Queen's University
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