Job Description
A visually captivating short film is seeking passionate and skilled crew members to join a non-union, creative project centered on memory, identity, and emotional storytelling. The story blends surreal visuals and natural lighting in a 1950s-inspired setting, creating a poetic cinematic experience with layered emotional depth. Ideal for emerging creatives looking to build their portfolios with meaningful, hands-on work destined for the festival circuit.
Job Responsibilities
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Translate the director’s artistic vision into striking cinematic visuals
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Operate with a strong sense of atmosphere, lighting, and visual storytelling
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Capture ambient sound and natural dialogue with clarity and nuance
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Collaborate closely with a professional and creatively supportive team
Requirements
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Director of Photography: must have own camera equipment and a sharp visual eye
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Sound Recordist: must have own gear and confidence in sound capture and mixing
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Portfolio or past work samples preferred
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Open to students or emerging creatives looking to gain professional experience
Compensation
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Non-union, unpaid role
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IMDb credit and a copy of the finished film provided
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Meals and refreshments on set
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Hands-on experience on a visually-driven, collaborative production
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Commitment: 6–7 shoot days across a 2–3 week span (late July to early September)
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- Appear in background scenes as directed
- Follow instructions from the production team
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- Male talent only
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- Perform in a live stage production
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray lead characters in a short film production
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- Female-presenting talent
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Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the production team in your assigned crew role
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray a supporting character in a feature film
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- Follow direction from the director and production team
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Job Description
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- Portray assigned characters with emotional depth and realism
- Collaborate with the director and cast to develop compelling scenes
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- Follow direction and contribute to a professional on-set environment
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Videographer/Editor position requires skills in a high-volume production environment specializing in the final storytelling of a project. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the filming and editing process for company video projects. This position requires a diverse knowledge of industry standard types of cameras and production equipment along with basic Avid editing skills. They will work closely with the Producers, Videographers and Editors on staff to ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest technical and aesthetic standards. They are responsible for maintaining the company’s production assets and working with the department production calendar so that equipment is ready for each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Support production staff with variety of projects using production gear including various models of cameras, lenses, tripods, and other gear related to shooting.
- Work with Production team to build sets for production needs.
- Assist with general duties.
- Maintaining production equipment before and after projects.
- Coordinate the tracking of all production assets.
- Assist with research and ordering of equipment.
- Support with reporting and tracking maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
- Ingest media into company’s archiving system and prepare media for Editors.
- Log footage and edit basic to intermediate level projects.
- Operate additional cameras as needed for production needs including live events.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Minimum college or trade school experience in production or similar field..
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of practical field experience working in multiple aspects of film and video production.
- Color grading at intermediate level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Thorough understanding of fishing, hunting, and other outdoor skills as required to best work with production team in outdoor recreation company.
- Strong work ethic. Outgoing personality with ability to interact within group of creative individuals in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Willingness to react with short notice to changes in daily routine.
- Willing to travel as required – often locations require extensive driving and multiple night stays with early and late hours.
- Strong communication skills – able to understand direction and make themselves understood when communicating objectives for accomplishing story lines or goals of a production.
- Thorough knowledge of Avid non-linear editing systems, specifically the Avid Media Composer or similar.
- Strong working knowledge of various codecs, containers and file types used in today’s media environment.
- Able to work within a team environment including in the field or studio and in the post process, editing and finishing.
- Able to lift and carry heavy equipment in variety of terrain and conditions from very hot to very cold.
- Good driving record, able to secure Missouri Operator’s License Class E.
- Good organizational skills: able to keep multiple projects balanced at any one time
- Strong video resume required. This resume should demonstrate samples from all of the areas mentioned above.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 25-30%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly performs computer work and sits.
- Occasionally walks and stands.
- Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
Bass Pro Shops
Job Description
A narrative film project is casting actors for Roll With It, a coming-of-age story about a college freshman navigating identity, connection, and personal growth. The story follows Jamie, who struggles to adjust to college life until his sister introduces him to roller skating, transforming his outlook.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a lead or supporting character in a short film
- Participate in scheduled shoot days and follow direction from the production team
- Collaborate with cast and crew to bring characters to life
Roles Casting
Jamie
- 19 years old, shy and soft-spoken
- Experiencing a difficult freshman year transition
- Seeking Black male actor, ages 18–22, who can pass as a college freshman
Jessie
- 22 years old, outgoing, protective, and wise
- Older sister figure who encourages Jamie
- Seeking Black female actor, ages 20–25
Chase
- 19 years old, extroverted and empathetic
- Attempts to connect with Jamie
- Seeking Black male actor, ages 18–20, who can pass as a college freshman
Requirements
- Must submit headshots
- Ability to portray emotionally grounded, character-driven roles
- Availability for all shoot dates
Compensation
- Not specified


