Tools

Tools of the trade!

Here are the most commonly used software in Prod.

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
an alternative to Shotgrid
used to review renders at their highest quality and in the proper colour space
- for a list of hotkeys: click here
commonly used to review media live and simultaneously amongst different locations.
- for a list of hotkeys: click here
an email provider and application
- for common commands: click here
a common collaboration tool due its user-friendly nature
- Google Docs
- Google Sheets
- Gmail
- G-Drive
- Google Calendar
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
commonly used for scheduling and resourcing purposes
- can be used in tandem with Shotgrid via .csv import/export
the most common operating system for production even if artists are set up with Linux
- for hotkeys: click here
an operating system commonly set up for artists and supervisors
- for a list of keyboard shortcuts: click here
also a common operating system for production especially for those working from home
- for shortcuts: click here

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

- Official Shotgrid Video Tutorials via YouTube 🔗
- So You Wanna Be Prod’s H2SG Series 🔗
- List of Vancouver Studios via Studio Hog 🔗
  Studios in film, vfx, animation and games
- Vancouver Job Postings via Lost Boys 🔗
  Job boards for all departments in Vancouver studios
- Spark CG Society 🔗
  Hosts VFX and Animation festivals and Career Fairs in Vancouver
- Tech Ladies 🔗
  Job board and networking for women in the tech industry
- A Course in Production, by Emily Yakashiro 🔗
  A free resource in learning more about Production and our role
- 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.
- ACE Program via Women in Animation Vancouver 🔗
  A mentoring program and group training through creating your very own short film.
- The Happy Producers 🔗
  E-courses for Production Management within the animation industry.
- PMI’s Continuous Improvement Concept ( 1, 2 )
  Articles published by Project Management Institute
- Hemingway App 🔗
  Free app for editing and proofing your writing.
- Why Projects Fail 🔗
- Academy of Animated Art ( YouTube ) ( website )
  Course in getting started as a Lighting Artist in Animation
- A VFX Glossary 🔗
- Burnout Prevention and Treatment 🔗
  Signs, symptoms and how to deal with stress and burnout
- Distress 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)
- Women in Animation 🔗
  Dedicated to advancing women in the field of animation
- Women in VFX 🔗
  Features talented women within the VFX field of film and television
- Tech Ladies 🔗
  Job board and networking for women in the tech industry
- Women in Tech 🔗
  Non-profit community in Vancouver supporting women in tech
- Pyladies 🔗
  International mentorship and resource for Python
Random Generator 🔗
I use this for raffle draws :)
How to save annual reminders for crew birthdays 🔗
Updated monthly, here is a list of terminologies that you may need to know in Production. Read more..
An annual calendar for home and work. BC Statutory Holidays already penciled in! Download for FREE here.

Podcasts

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Shorthands

Tips in note taking.