Producer / Associate Producer (Financing & Development) or Assistant Director
Job Description
A psychologically driven short film titled Monster is seeking experienced and passionate film professionals to join the production team. This indie short film blends strong emotional storytelling with genre elements and is currently in the script development stage, with a clear goal of a focused festival run. This opportunity is ideal for producers or assistant directors looking to gain meaningful credits, festival exposure, and collaborate on a creatively driven project.
Job Responsibilities
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Support financing and development efforts, including budgeting, planning, and creative coordination (Producer / Associate Producer role)
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Assist with on-set operations, scheduling, and directing support during production (Assistant Director role)
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Collaborate closely with the creative team to help bring the vision of the short film to life
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Contribute to a professional, respectful, and collaborative indie film set
Requirements
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Prior experience as a Producer, Associate Producer, or Assistant Director (1st or 2nd AD, depending on experience)
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Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
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Passion for independent film, storytelling, and festival-driven projects
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Ability to work collaboratively in a creative, fast-paced environment
Compensation
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Appropriate Producer or Assistant Director credit
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Festival exposure through a targeted festival run
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Opportunity to grow creatively and professionally with the project
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Job Description
An independent dramatic short film, Les Immigrants – The Party, is seeking passionate crew members for an upcoming production in Vancouver, British Columbia. The film explores modern dating, identity, and self-worth through the perspective of an immigrant woman. This is a great opportunity for experienced crew members and aspiring filmmakers to contribute to an independent production while earning IMDb credit.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform duties based on your assigned crew position.
- Collaborate with the production team throughout pre-production and filming.
- Help maintain an organized and efficient production environment.
- Support the successful completion of the short film.
- Attend rehearsals and production days as required.
Requirements
- Crew positions available include:
- 1st Assistant Director (Priority)
- Script Supervisor
- Production Designer
- Location Sound
- Intimacy Coordinator
- Costumes
- Hair and Makeup
- Picture Editor
- Colorist
- Post-Sound Designer
- Production Assistants
- 3rd Assistant Director / Extras Wrangler / Extras Casting Manager
- Associate Producer / Production Assistant
- Must be available to work in Vancouver, British Columbia.
- Submit your resume and any relevant notes, including availability or gear list.
- Passion for independent filmmaking and collaboration is encouraged.
Compensation
- Paid opportunity (rate TBD).
- IMDb credit provided.
- Meals provided during production.
Filmmakers & Crew Members for Commercial
Job Description
A paid commercial is casting real filmmakers and crew members in the Greater Toronto Area for an upcoming production. This non-union opportunity is looking for outgoing professionals ages 18–25 who work on film sets and are comfortable appearing on camera while doing what they do best. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity to showcase your real-world skills in a national commercial.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as yourself in a commercial.
- Perform authentic filmmaking or crew-related activities on camera.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Attend wardrobe, rehearsal, and filming if selected.
- Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.
Requirements
- Ages 18–25.
- Real filmmakers or crew members.
- No acting experience required.
- Outgoing and comfortable being filmed.
- Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Must live in the Greater Toronto Area and be able to film in Toronto.
- Available for audition, wardrobe fitting, rehearsal, and filming if selected.
Compensation
- $75 for wardrobe appointment.
- $600 per filming day.
- Additional usage payment of $3,000–$6,000 if featured in the final commercial.
- Total potential compensation: $675–$6,675.
