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Sweet 6Teen Sound Recordist Wanted
This is a 3 minute horror short film to be entered in a horror competition. Our theme is zombies. And we have a make-up artist on board that will make us some amazing looking zombies with some nice prosthetics. I can send you a script once you have applied for the crew spot we are looking for. This is my third short film as Producer and Director. The budget cannot exceed £666. Competition rule. TOP 6 Films get to be shown on the horror channel and screened at the horror festival.
Shoot Date: 12th May 2013 – 12th May 2013
Shooting: London, Great Britain, Up to £1,000, insured: Yes
Is this a student project: No
Production Company: Pantelis Hapehsis
Genre: Horror
Form: Short
We need a sound recordist with experience to come along. We will be on location at a park with some great scenery.
Pay: £60 for the day
FCP Editor Wanted
Lancashire based Production Company are looking to recruit a Junior Sports FCP Editor.
6 Month Initial Leading to Permanent Position.
Essential Attributes:
• Be proficient in Final Cut Pro, After Effects and Photoshop
• Be familiar with both SD and HD formats
• Have a thorough understanding of and interest in football
• Good Camera skills across a variety of camera types
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required, especially spelling and grammar, having a good eye for detail
• Demonstrate a high level of creativity under tight deadlines
• Good organizational skills
• Have the ability to multi-task effectively, working quickly and accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude; with the ability to handle multi-projects with strict deadlines
• Be excellent at working within a team
• Show strong problem solving skills
• A full driving license
• Be available to work weekends and evenings
• Be capable of creating from script specifications (provided by client or created by you) or by interpreting general notes
• Create DVD’s with menu functionality, as well as able to compress videos for cross-platform delivery in all formats and resolutions
• Work closely with the client and with the production department to ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget
• Offer innovative or creative ideas that add value to video projects
• Interact professionally with external and internal clients
• Create shows/promo/spots based on input from client/team
Additional Attributes
• Have experience in lighting and green screen filming
• Excel and Word
• Importing, renaming and organizing clips
• Key framing motion, colour and graphics
• The use of transitions, effects and filters
• Compositing with different backgrounds and images
• Audio editing and mixing
• Exporting files in all formats and resolutions
• Be capable if required to assist with live aspects of production (e.g. cameras, vision mixing, etc.)
• Have worked in a sports environment
• Have sound experience of filming with solid state HD cameras
Qualifications, Education and Required/Preferred Skills
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in digital media, graphic design, broadcasting, radio/TV/film or equivalent work experience.
The salary range for this position is £14,000-£18,000 PA dependent on experience
To apply, contact Jamie McGee via Shooting People, here
or via Twitter, here
An Angel at Christmas – Casting Calls
More info
A slice of life drama about a family celebrating Christmas loosely based on real events. Good food and snacks provided. Auditions – 11th June – Eastbourne Filming – Camber Sands
Shoot Date: 22nd Sep 2013 – 25th Sep 2013
Shoot Location: Great Britain
Shoot Region: South East
Production Company: Padelis Fernandes Films
Genre: Drama
Form: Short
Dan
A hard working, affectionate man, who relishes spending time with his family, he has a playful character and tries to keep the peace between his wife and mother-in-law. Min. height: 5’8” Light to medium build. Age 30-45
Is position paid: Yes
Pay rate: £150 per day including expenses
Appearance details:
Sex: Male
Ethnicity: White / Caucasian
Violet
Glamorous Violet, is not very self aware and is very critical of her daughter, Helen. Despite their fragile relationship, Violet invites herself to the Christmas Day celebrations at Helen’s house. Age 55-65 years. Light build.
Is position paid: Yes
Pay rate: £150 per day including expenses
Appearance details:
Sex: Female
Ethnicity: White / Caucasian