Production Coordinator

Description:

Zone3 is a leading Canadian production company behind some of the country's most iconic and engaging content, including Family Feud Canada. For its seventh season, Zone3 is expanding its team and looking for a skilled Production Coordinator to join a high-energy, fast-paced production environment. This is a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic and experienced team on a nationally beloved series aired by CBC.

Position Overview:
As the Production Coordinator, you will play a key organizational and operational role throughout the production lifecycle. Reporting directly to the Production Manager and Line Producer, you will be responsible for managing logistics, coordinating on-set operations, maintaining communication between departments, and ensuring that production days are executed efficiently and effectively. This role is essential to the smooth operation of both administrative and creative production functions.

The contract spans nearly three months—from June 22 to September 12, 2025—and involves a hybrid work model, consisting of three days per week on set (including weekends) and two days at the CBC production office.

Key Responsibilities:

🗂️ Administrative & Support Duties

• Carry out daily production responsibilities as assigned by the Production Manager and Line Producer

• Monitor and collect data related to CBC’s green initiative and sustainability reporting requirements

• Provide general support on a wide range of production-related tasks and ensure the production team is running smoothly

🎬 On-Set & Production Day Operations

• Create and distribute detailed daily call sheets, ensuring timely and accurate communication across all departments

• Act as the central hub of information, sharing essential production details with crew and internal teams

• Oversee studio setup ahead of shoot days, including areas such as green rooms, production offices, hair and makeup stations, and wardrobe zones

• Be the primary point of contact on set, managing day-of logistics, resolving issues, and supporting the execution of shoot plans

• Liaise with CBC security and audience teams to manage and streamline audience flow during live tapings

🎤 Talent & Guest Logistics

• Manage all paperwork and documentation for participating families and contestants, ensuring timely completion and submission of contracts, per diems, and remittance forms

• Coordinate meal and catering logistics, collecting orders from cast, crew, and families, and confirming fulfillment with the catering provider on production days

📅 Schedule & Work Conditions

• Full-time contract position

• June 22 to September 12, 2025

• Five days per week: 3 days on set (weekend availability required) and 2 days in-office at CBC

• Must be highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment

Preferred Skills & Tools:

• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator is noted as a beneficial skill (though not essential)

• Previous production experience in television is strongly preferred

• Strong communication and multitasking skills

• Ability to maintain detailed records and manage paperwork under strict deadlines

Company Values:
Zone3 is strongly committed to reflecting the diversity of Canada both on screen and behind the scenes. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.