Job Description
A student filmmaker is building a small, passionate crew for a character-driven indie romantic comedy. The story follows a tightly-wound financial analyst who makes a petty bet on a first date with an artsy filmmaker. What starts as a wager turns into a transformative journey as he learns that creativity isn’t just for artists—and maybe, just maybe, falls in love along the way.
This low-budget, non-union project offers a collaborative environment ideal for emerging talent eager to work on a heartfelt story with emotional and comedic arcs. Rates will be determined by experience and scope of work.
Job Responsibilities
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Collaborate closely with director and crew to execute the film’s vision
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Contribute creatively to the visual and auditory storytelling elements
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Adapt to a flexible, small-team production setup
Requirements
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Experience in one or more of the following:
• Director of Photography (DP)
• Sound Mixer / Recordist
• Production Designer / Set Designer -
Strong communication and teamwork skills
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Passion for storytelling with emotional nuance and humor
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Must provide portfolio or previous work samples
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Availability during the shoot window (late August to early September)
Compensation
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Paid position (low budget, based on experience)
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Exact rates discussed based on scope and availability
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