Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

The independent short film Paradiso is seeking a Cinematographer for a low-budget, self-funded production filming in Los Angeles, California. Paradiso is a modern noir inspired by Hollywood’s golden age. The story follows Xavier, an aspiring young actor who receives a rare opportunity to star in a television series after a difficult week of auditions, only to confront the darker side of the entertainment industry. The production plans to film at classic Hollywood locations and is looking for someone interested in run-and-gun independent filmmaking and dark, moody visual storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as Cinematographer for the short film
• Collaborate with the director on the film’s visual approach
• Help create a stylish, dark, modern-noir aesthetic
• Capture footage across various Los Angeles and Hollywood locations
• Work effectively within a run-and-gun indie production environment
• Collaborate professionally with the production team

Requirements

• Cinematography experience or a strong interest in developing cinematography skills
• Interest in noir, dark, and atmospheric visual storytelling
• Comfortable working on a low-budget, self-funded independent film
• Portfolio-building filmmakers are encouraged to apply

Compensation

Unpaid / Volunteer

Cinematographers for Hybrid Documentary Project

Job Description

A hybrid documentary project is seeking cinematographers interested in collaborative filmmaking and visual storytelling centered on Canadian queer history. This opportunity is ideal for creative professionals looking to contribute to a meaningful documentary production.

Job Responsibilities

• Support documentary filming and visual storytelling.
• Collaborate with the production team throughout filming.
• Capture creative and documentary-style footage.
• Participate in collaborative production sessions.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Interest in documentary filmmaking and queer history.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Must be available for the full production schedule.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Transportation provided.
• Accommodation provided.
• Catering provided.

Job Description

An independent horror feature film is seeking a cinematographer for approximately two weeks of production in Pennsylvania. This opportunity is ideal for passionate filmmakers looking to collaborate on a feature-length project while working across multiple filming locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as the cinematographer for the horror feature film.
• Collaborate with the director to capture the visual style of the project.
• Manage camera operations during production.
• Work efficiently across multiple filming locations.
• Contribute creatively while maintaining a professional workflow on set.

Requirements

• Experience as a cinematographer or director of photography.
• Passion for independent filmmaking.
• Ability to work on location in Pennsylvania.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Available for approximately two weeks of filming.

Compensation

• $50 per day.
• Catered meals provided during production.