An actor’s primary duty is to effectively communicate the character that they are playing to an audience, using their voice, body, actions and reactions. Through their art, actors tell stories, engender emotional reactions in their audience and make people think.
As you can expect, acting is not a typical nine-to-five job. Actors have to perform when the filming schedule demands it, or when performances are scheduled. Actors work anytime, including early mornings, evenings, late nights, weekends and national holidays.
Actors also work in all kinds of locations. If you’re working in theatre, you’ll most likely be working on stage and in rehearsal studios. However, if you’re working in television and film, you’ll find yourself in television studios, film studios or acting on-set in random locations.
If the production you’re working on is set abroad, you may even get the opportunity to travel and work
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1st Assistant Camera (1st AC) Needed for Student Film Pilot
Job Description
A new student film pilot is seeking a skilled and motivated 1st Assistant Camera (1st AC) to join the crew and assist with pulling focus during production. This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate on a creative project, gain hands-on experience on set, and earn IMDB credit for your work. The film is non-union and designed for emerging professionals looking to build their portfolios while working in a fast-paced, learning-focused environment.
Job Responsibilities
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Pull focus and support the Director of Photography during filming
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Assist with camera setup and maintenance throughout production
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Collaborate with crew to maintain shot consistency and camera performance
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Adapt to schedule changes and contribute to an efficient shooting process
Requirements
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Prior experience or training as a 1st AC preferred
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Strong understanding of camera focus systems and tools
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Ability to work with a student team and flexible shoot schedule
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Must be based in or able to work in Los Angeles
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Open availability between shoot dates or willingness to communicate your schedule
Compensation
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IMDB credit for your work
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On-set meals provided
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Final copy of the film for your portfolio