Production Designer, Hair and Makeup Artist, 1st Assistant Director, and Production Assistant for Short Film Crew
Job Description
A character-driven short film is hiring a small, dedicated crew for an intimate, festival-focused project. The story follows a depressed, unmotivated man in his 30s living with his grandmother, exploring stagnation, quiet desperation, and intergenerational tension through a grounded, observational lens. This is a volunteer/low-budget crew opportunity with catering and costs provided, ideal for filmmakers looking to build strong narrative credits and expand their showreel.
Job Responsibilities
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Support a carefully crafted short film production with a collaborative, calm, and efficient set workflow.
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Work closely with the director and team to maintain realism, emotional honesty, and consistent tone.
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Contribute to a professional shoot environment that prioritizes care and detail over spectacle.
Requirements
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Production Designer (PD): Strong eye for lived-in, character-driven spaces; naturalistic, grounded aesthetic.
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Hair and Makeup Artist (HMU): Subtle, realistic styling; able to support character psychology through understated choices.
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1st Assistant Director (1st AD): Experience with small crews and intimate productions; confident managing tight schedules and sensitive performances.
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Production Assistant (PA): Hands-on on-set support; able to assist across departments and help maintain a calm, efficient shoot.
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Must be able to work on location in Windsor, NSW.
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Available for the shoot dates listed in the casting notice.
Compensation
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Volunteer / low-budget crew role.
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Catering and costs provided.
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Job Description
A major reality television production is now hiring experienced crew members across multiple departments for upcoming productions in Australia. This opportunity is ideal for entertainment industry professionals, production staff, technical crew, and creative team members looking to work on large-scale reality TV and entertainment projects. Open positions include production coordinators, production runners, shooter producers, travel coordinators, production secretaries, art department crew, talent managers, and additional support roles.
Job Responsibilities
- Support reality television productions across multiple departments and production stages
- Assist with scheduling, logistics, production coordination, talent management, and set operations
- Collaborate with production teams, directors, crew members, and creative staff
- Manage production paperwork, travel coordination, props, equipment, or talent operations depending on assigned role
- Help maintain smooth day-to-day production workflow in fast-paced environments
- Assist with filming, interviews, set preparation, and production support as needed
Requirements
- Previous experience in reality TV, entertainment, or production environments preferred
- Strong communication and organizational skills required
- Ability to work collaboratively within large production teams
- Some positions require proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
- Certain roles may require heavy lifting, travel availability, or valid driver’s licenses
- Applicants should be based in or willing to relocate to Melbourne, Sydney, Gold Coast, or South Australia depending on the role
- Professional attitude and ability to thrive in high-pressure production environments preferred
Compensation
- Opportunity to work on major reality television productions
- Gain valuable experience across entertainment and television production departments
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals and production teams
- Potential for long-term and future production opportunities
- Various production and crew roles available across Australia