Film and Video Operator and Editor- US Army Enlistment Required
Enlist as a soldier into the United States Army and become a certified Combat documentation/production specialists responsible for supervising, planning and operating electronic and film-based still, video and audio acquisition equipment in order to document combat and noncombat operations. This is NOT a civilian contractor position.
Enlist for this particular role – this is not a general US Army enlistment.
No experience necessary. Position is entry-level. Minimum requirements can vary from 2-6 years of training for certification, depending on the role. All candidates are able to choose their terms of service when selecting their job prior to signing a contract.
JOB DUTIES
- Operate and perform unit level maintenance on motion, still and studio television cameras
- Prepare captions for documentation images
- Operate electronic and film-based processing, editing, audio and printing darkroom equipment
PAID TRAINING
- 10 weeks of Basic Training.
- 26 weeks of Technical School with on-the-job instructions.
BENEFITS
- 30 days paid vacation annually.
- Full Healthcare coverage for you and your Family.
- Educational benefits worth over $72,000.
- Obtain Industry standard recognized certifications.
ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Between 17-34 years old.
- No felonies. (Defer Adjudication included).
- Current High School Senior, High school graduate or GED equivalent.
- Permanent resident or US citizen.
- Meet physical standards based on gender and age.
- Pass the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test.
US Army
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Crew Call for Line Producer, UPM, Production Manager, and 1st AD – SAG Indie Feature
Job Description
A character-driven, culturally rich romantic dramedy titled FUEGO is seeking experienced crew members for a SAG moderate budget feature currently in soft pre-production. Inspired by the emotional depth of Silver Linings Playbook and the energy of Shall We Dance?, this story centers on Gio, a bartender rediscovering his passion for dance while facing personal rivalries and unresolved grief. The production will shoot for 24 days in San Diego and is backed by a screenplay that won Best Screenplay at the International Puerto Rican Heritage Film Festival and was a finalist in the Urban World Film Festival.
Job Responsibilities
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Oversee pre-production, scheduling, and budgeting as Line Producer or UPM
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Manage daily operations on set and facilitate seamless coordination between departments
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Lead production team logistics and ensure smooth execution during filming
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Assist the director in planning and executing the vision with clarity and precision
Requirements
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Proven experience in film production, especially on SAG moderate budget features
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Strong organizational and leadership skills
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Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
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Available for a 24-day shoot beginning in late July in San Diego
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Passion for story-driven projects with a culturally grounded narrative
Compensation
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Paid positions, commensurate with experience and scope
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Work on a meaningful, award-winning, festival-recognized indie feature
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Interviews conducted via Google Meet