Job Description
Role: VP, Production Features
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Company Description: Endeavor Content is a global leader in the production and distribution of premium film and television content. The studio’s film titles include Book Club for Paramount Pictures, Blue Miracle for Netflix, Just Mercy for Warner Bros and Joe Bell with Roadside Attractions, as well as upcoming titles including The Lost Daughter for Netflix, Ambulance for Universal Pictures and My Best Friend’s Exorcism for Amazon. The studio produces premium TV series such as See and Truth Be Told on Apple TV+ and Nine Perfect Strangers and the upcoming Life & Beth for Hulu, Severance for Apple TV+ and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max. Endeavor Content also handles global distribution for hit series including Killing Eve, Normal People and The Night Manager. The studio brokered the deal with Netflix for multiple event series from the Roald Dahl Estate.
Job Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Head of Production and Creative Team(s) to successfully realize the vision of each feature.
- Effectively communicate with Producers and Directors in the execution of their duties
- Work with department lead to craft production budgets, schedules, and planning documents
- Supervise all aspects of production and develop effective procedures and systems to keep productions running smoothly.
- Teaming with Co-Productions, Third Parties and Acquisitions staff to support co-production and reformatting efforts.
- Successfully negotiate deals with new Producers/ Third Party Production Service Companies.
- Monitors all feature projects in progress with regard to schedule, budgets, update meetings, etc.
- Solve budgetary issues while maintaining the creative integrity of the film.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Provide daily supervision for Production Supervisors, Managers, and Production Coordinators for scripted features.
- Review Production Reports, Hot Costs, and Cost Reports on a daily basis.
- Stay abreast of each state’s tax incentive credits and film crew availability.
- Work closely with-in the organization to manage each project efficiently from pre-production though delivery.
- Stay abreast of new developing digital production technologies, workflows, and new cameras.
- Able to travel both domestically and internationally when required.
Job Requirements/Qualifications
- 8 + years experience in physical production, from pre-production through post-production.
- A strong understanding of the film production process and working familiarity with the various entertainment guilds and unions for film and TV including without limitation SAG-AFTRA, DGA, WGA and IATSE.
- Proven track record of fostering, building, and maintaining relationships with key external and internal clients.
- A high integrity level and a passion for, and caring about, the quality of feature filmmaking that the studio is involved in.
- Experience building and working as part of a cohesive team.
- Flexibility and the ability to perform effectively under stress and meet deadlines.
- The ability to work at the strategic level as well as operating day-to-day activities.
- Extremely goal-oriented with the ability to prioritize.
- Excellent communications and relationship skills.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience – ideally a combination of creative, business, and sales.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to author and deliver high-quality presentations.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
- A baseline understanding of the film/tv and/or media markets/ business models.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work comfortably and successfully in a team environment.
Endeavor is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
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Job Description
A student short film production is seeking passionate and dedicated crew members to join an upcoming project filming in Palo Alto. This paid opportunity is ideal for creatives looking to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative filmmaking environment. The project explores emotional storytelling and is perfect for individuals eager to contribute their skills to a meaningful and visually compelling film.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the director and production team to execute the film
- Support on-set operations within your assigned crew role
- Assist with setup, filming, and breakdown during shoot days
- Maintain professionalism and teamwork throughout production
- Contribute creatively to bring the story to life
Requirements
- Open to individuals with experience or strong interest in film production
- Available for multiple shoot days
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and able to follow direction on set
- Interest in storytelling and independent film projects
Compensation
- Paid student film opportunity
- Valuable on-set experience and networking
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Videographer/Editor position requires skills in a high-volume production environment specializing in the final storytelling of a project. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the filming and editing process for company video projects. This position requires a diverse knowledge of industry standard types of cameras and production equipment along with basic Avid editing skills. They will work closely with the Producers, Videographers and Editors on staff to ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest technical and aesthetic standards. They are responsible for maintaining the company’s production assets and working with the department production calendar so that equipment is ready for each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Support production staff with variety of projects using production gear including various models of cameras, lenses, tripods, and other gear related to shooting.
- Work with Production team to build sets for production needs.
- Assist with general duties.
- Maintaining production equipment before and after projects.
- Coordinate the tracking of all production assets.
- Assist with research and ordering of equipment.
- Support with reporting and tracking maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
- Ingest media into company’s archiving system and prepare media for Editors.
- Log footage and edit basic to intermediate level projects.
- Operate additional cameras as needed for production needs including live events.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Minimum college or trade school experience in production or similar field..
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of practical field experience working in multiple aspects of film and video production.
- Color grading at intermediate level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Thorough understanding of fishing, hunting, and other outdoor skills as required to best work with production team in outdoor recreation company.
- Strong work ethic. Outgoing personality with ability to interact within group of creative individuals in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Willingness to react with short notice to changes in daily routine.
- Willing to travel as required – often locations require extensive driving and multiple night stays with early and late hours.
- Strong communication skills – able to understand direction and make themselves understood when communicating objectives for accomplishing story lines or goals of a production.
- Thorough knowledge of Avid non-linear editing systems, specifically the Avid Media Composer or similar.
- Strong working knowledge of various codecs, containers and file types used in today’s media environment.
- Able to work within a team environment including in the field or studio and in the post process, editing and finishing.
- Able to lift and carry heavy equipment in variety of terrain and conditions from very hot to very cold.
- Good driving record, able to secure Missouri Operator’s License Class E.
- Good organizational skills: able to keep multiple projects balanced at any one time
- Strong video resume required. This resume should demonstrate samples from all of the areas mentioned above.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 25-30%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly performs computer work and sits.
- Occasionally walks and stands.
- Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
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