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/prəˈdʌkʃən koʊˈɔːrdɪneɪtər/ · pro·duc·tion co·or·di·na·tor
noun
- A person who organizes, schedules, and oversees the logistical and administrative aspects of a production, ensuring that resources, personnel, and timelines are coordinated effectively. The production coordinator booked the studio space, arranged equipment rentals, and kept the crew informed of daily call times.
- In film and television, a staff member responsible for liaising between departments, handling paperwork, and maintaining communication to keep the shoot running smoothly. During the shoot, the production coordinator distributed the daily call sheets and resolved any scheduling conflicts between the lighting and costume teams.
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Did you know? The title "production coordinator" first appeared in Hollywood trade publications in the early 1970s, reflecting the growing complexity of film shoots that required a dedicated liaison between creative and technical departments.