Tools
Tools of the trade! Here are the most commonly used software in Prod.
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industry standard database and project management software
for So You Wanna Be Prod’s SG tutorials: click here
for Autodesk’s official tutorials: click here
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an alternative to Shotgrid
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used to review renders at their highest quality and in the proper colour space
for a list of hotkeys: click here
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commonly used to review media live and simultaneously amongst different locations.
for a list of hotkeys: click here
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an email provider and application
for common commands: click here
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a common collaboration tool due its user-friendly nature
Google Docs
Google Sheets
Gmail
G-Drive
Google Calendar
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commonly used for schedules, budget, and crew ramps
for a list of hotkeys: click here
shortcut charts provided by excel_and_otherstudy_material 1 2 3
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commonly used for scheduling and resourcing purposes
can be used in tandem with Shotgrid via .csv import/export
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the most common operating system for production even if artists are set up with Linux
for hotkeys: click here
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an operating system commonly set up for artists and supervisors
for a list of keyboard shortcuts: click here
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also a common operating system for production especially for those working from home
for shortcuts: click here
a production glossary
the industry jargon and what they mean
Courses
Note: These are educational resources that others have found valuable. I have not personally enrolled in them, so I encourage you to explore and choose what best fits your goals and values.
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So You Wanna Be Prod’s H2SG Series 🔗
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A Course in Production, by Emily Yakashiro 🔗
A free resource in learning more about Production and our role
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Diversity in Cinema Academy 🔗 (YouTube) (website)
A fantastic resource in learning more about the ins and outs of film making as well as descriptions of the different roles in the industry.
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ACE Program via Women in Animation Vancouver 🔗
A mentoring program and group training through creating your very own short film.
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The Happy Producers🔗
E-courses for Production Management within the animation industry. Watch this interview with LeFort Talent Group to learn more about them!
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Production Management courses by Mayhem (website)
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Production for Animation and VFX by VCC/DigiBC
taught by Barbara Dawson
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PMI’s Continuous Improvement Concept ( 1, 2 )
Articles published by Project Management InstituteHemingway App🔗
Free app for editing and proofing your writing.
Books
These are some of the books I’ve read and will recommend to Prod!
Need more recommendations?
Check out my wishlist, here!
Other Resources
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List of Vancouver Studios via Studio Hog 🔗
Studios in film, vfx, animation and gamesVancouver Job Postings via Lost Boys🔗
Job boards for all departments in Vancouver studiosSpark CG Society🔗
Hosts VFX and Animation festivals and Career Fairs in VancouverTech Ladies🔗
Job board and networking for women in the tech industry
Animation/VFX/Game Industry Job Postings 🔗
Spreadsheet by Chris Mayne
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Burnout Prevention and Treatment 🔗
Signs, symptoms and how to deal with stress and burnoutDistress Services, Crisis Centre BC 🔗
Here to listen 24/7 via phone or chat.
Anywhere in BC: 1-800-784-2433
Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789
Chat: CrisisCentreChat.ca (noon to 1am)
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Women in Animation 🔗
Dedicated to advancing women in the field of animationWomen in VFX 🔗
Features talented women within the VFX field of film and televisionTech Ladies 🔗
Job board and networking for women in the tech industryWomen in Tech 🔗
Non-profit community in Vancouver supporting women in tech
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Random Generator🔗
I use this for raffle draws :)Color Contrast Checker 🔗 - for accessibility
How to save annual reminders for crew birthdays 🔗click here
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Updated monthly, here is a list of terminologies that you may need to know in Production. Read more...
Watch a 5 min demo here.
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An annual calendar for home and work. BC Statutory Holidays already penciled in! Download for FREE here.
Shorthands
Tips in note taking.
Here are symbols and shorthand terms I use when taking notes to help with speed and brevity.