Job Description
A short film in development is seeking passionate collaborators for The Quiet of May, a grounded, character-driven drama centered on working-class motherhood. The story follows May, a single mother juggling multiple jobs while navigating exhaustion, financial pressure, and emotional strain. When a family crisis pushes her already fragile stability to the edge, the film offers an intimate, realistic look at sacrifice, resilience, and love under systemic pressure. This project is ideal for creatives drawn to meaningful storytelling, realism, and collaborative filmmaking.
Job Responsibilities
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Contribute creatively to the development or production of a narrative short film
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Collaborate closely with a small, story-focused creative team
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Support a realistic, emotionally grounded tone throughout the project
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Fulfill role-specific responsibilities during pre-production and production
Requirements
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Actors interested in dramatic, character-driven material
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Writers and story collaborators
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Director of Photography and camera crew
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Editor and sound team members
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Makeup and hair artists
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Production assistants and additional crew
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Open to students, emerging creatives, and experienced filmmakers
Compensation
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Independent passion project
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Compensation details to be discussed
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Strong portfolio and collaboration opportunity
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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.
