Job Description:
Amici Productions is seeking passionate and talented creatives to join a sci-fi 48-hour film challenge as part of a collaborative production team. This volunteer opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced filmmaking environment. Selected candidates will work together to bring a short sci-fi film project to life within a limited timeframe.
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the production team to execute a short sci-fi film
- Perform duties specific to assigned crew role (camera, sound, production, post, etc.)
- Assist with on-set operations, logistics, and creative execution
- Support pre-production, filming, and post-production processes as needed
- Maintain professionalism and teamwork in a fast-paced environment
Requirements:
- Interest or experience in film production or related roles
- Ability to work collaboratively under tight deadlines
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Preferred: Access to personal equipment or gear (kit)
- Open to a variety of roles including:
- Grip, Camera Operator, Director of Photography (DOP)
- Director, 1st AD, 1st AC, 2nd AC, DIT
- BTS Stills Photographer
- Picture Editor, Colorist, Post Sound/Music
- Production Designer, Set Dresser
- Locations & Transportation Coordinator
- Set PA/Driver, Location Sound Mixer
- Hair & Makeup (HMU) Artist
Compensation:
- Volunteer opportunity
- Transportation and food provided
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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.