Associate Producer

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ZoomerMedia Limited is a growing public company in the media space. We are a dynamic and creative organization, where employees have the opportunity to be a part of a truly innovate brand of media development and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Generate interesting, original and current show ideas and angles
  • Track down and confirm high-profile and expert guests for on-air interviews
  • Prepare draft scripts and questions for use by on-air hosts
  • Design and produce shows, including oversight of graphics, editing video footage to help illustrate coverage, and written intros
  • Manage resources to ensure delivery of succinct, dynamic programming
  • Assist with shooting of items
  • Fact check stories
  • Other related duties as required

 

Qualifications:

  •  At least 3 years of experience managing a daily or weekly television news production within tight deadlines
  •  A diploma/degree in television broadcasting
  •  Proficient in Final Cut Pro X with the ability to assembly edit
  •  Experience creating and managing television show budgets
  •  Experience researching current affairs programs
  •  Experience chase producing
  •  In-depth knowledge of domestic and international news and current affairs
  •  Deep understanding of national politics, business, foreign affairs, as well as a broader interest in boomer-related issues, science and technology, entertainment and culture, health and wellness, sports, and other topics that arise in the daily course of events.
  •  Able to take a story from idea stage into a fully produced segment
  • Demonstrates ability to originate coverage of developing stories with speed, accuracy, and proven journalistic attributes
  •  The ability to work with minimum supervision and be extremely detail oriented 
  •  A positive attitude and willingness to work in a team environment
  •  Highly motivated self-starter; thrive under pressure
  •  Excellent writing, research and fact checking skills
  •  Excellent organizational and communication skills
  •  Reporting experience and fluency in all social media platforms

 

Application Process: If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume through LInkedIn or to hr@zoomer.ca (clearly identifying Associate Producer position in the subject line). 

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Job Description

An independent sci-fi thriller proof-of-concept series is seeking passionate crew members to join a collaborative filmmaking team. The project follows a group of escaped experimental subjects uncovering connections between a covert government program and emerging wartime escalation protocols.

The production focuses on psychological tension, cinematic realism, survival storytelling, and natural-environment filmmaking. Multiple crew positions are available for individuals interested in gaining hands-on experience while contributing to a festival-focused independent production.

Job Responsibilities

Available crew roles include:

  • Co-Director
  • Director of Photography (DP)
  • Camera Operator
  • Sound Recordist
  • Film Editor
  • Post-Production Supervisor
  • Colorist / Color Grader
  • VFX / CGI Artist
  • Fight / Movement Coordinator
  • Set Provider / Location Support
  • Prop Master
  • Production Assistant (PA)
  • Lighting Assistant / Gaffer
  • Composer / Sound Designer
  • Behind-the-Scenes Photographer / Videographer

Responsibilities vary by role and may include production planning, camera operation, audio recording, editing, visual effects creation, location support, lighting setup, music composition, and overall production coordination.

Requirements

  • Passion for independent filmmaking and collaborative storytelling.
  • Ability to work effectively within a creative team environment.
  • Relevant experience for the selected crew position is preferred.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.
  • Willingness to contribute to a zero-budget independent production.
  • Availability for production activities in the Greater Toronto Area.
  • Portfolio, reel, or previous experience is considered an asset where applicable.

Compensation Details

  • This is a voluntary, unpaid opportunity.
  • Contributors will receive on-screen credit.
  • Portfolio and reel footage access may be provided.
  • Festival submission credits where applicable.
  • Meals and snacks may be available on shoot days.
  • Opportunity to gain collaborative experience on a cinematic independent production.

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05-23-2023

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