What does a Production Coordinator do?
A production coordinator is responsible for ensuring quality assurance and the production team meets scheduled goals. This entails a range of oversight of work including planning, scheduling, directing and executing production activities for maximum performance of projects. Other duties include the development of cost-effective measures with the aim of achieving exceptional business practices. Typical job progression of this role involves adopting a managerial position or directorship.
Production coordinators typically require a bachelor's degree in business management or a related field as the minimum form of educational qualifications. In some instances, companies may accept certifications that act in place of a bachelor's degree. Employers often request prior experience working as a production coordinator or a related role in the industry and successful candidates often possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong familiarity with technical software.
- Ensure quality assurance throughout the production process
- Manage the production team so that scheduled goals are met
- Plan, schedule, direct and execute production activities
- Increase motivation and work efficiency by implementing reward systems
- Develop cost-effective measurements to achieve exceptional business practices
- Adapt to changes in the market and respond to customer demands
- Maintain current knowledge on the market and industry trends
- Conduct research to further understand competitors
- Certifications may act in place of a bachelor's degree where applicable
- Prior experience working as a production coordinator in the industry preferred
- Strong understanding of industry market and conditions
- Working knowledge of technical software that is specific to the industry
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Sharp business acumen and financial projection
- High regard for quality assurance
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
Production Coordinator Salaries
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Production Coordinator Career Path
Learn how to become a Production Coordinator, what skills and education you need to succeed, and what level of pay to expect at each step on your career path.
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Production Coordinator Insights
CUBE™“CUBE has an excellent bonus scheme based on personal performance that encourages you to reach your fullest potential.”
Titmouse“You love the people you work with but the work doesn't love you back.”
World CopperSmith“Management cares about the workflow of each department enough to implement change based on employee feedback.”
Emerson Enterprises“There is so much opportunity within Emerson to grow and establish yourself in a career that is very rewarding in so many different ways.”
Jordache Enterprises“Coworkers that are really friendly and great to work with.”
AMC Networks“Everyone on my team was extremely kind and great to work with.”
Kohl's“People are amazing and friendly to work with.”
Capital One“They do really value your work and also give you plenty of opportunities to grow.”
Frequently asked questions about the role and responsibilities of a Production Coordinator
When working as a Production Coordinator, the most common skills you will need to perform your job and for career success are Excellent Communication, Microsoft Office Suite, Powerpoint, Microsoft Outlook and Attention To Detail.
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The most common qualifications to become a Production Coordinator is a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and an average of 0 - 1 of experience not including years spent in education and/or training.