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Job Description

An independent 15-minute comedy thriller is seeking a VFX Artist to complete a short visual effects sequence during post-production. The assignment involves approximately five seconds of footage, making it a focused opportunity for an artist interested in contributing to an independent project intended for submission to several major film festivals.

Job Responsibilities

• Create and complete visual effects for approximately five seconds of footage.
• Integrate the required effect naturally into the existing scene.
• Collaborate with the filmmaker on the intended visual result.
• Make reasonable revisions based on creative feedback.
• Deliver a polished final effect suitable for the completed film.

Requirements

• Experience with VFX, compositing, or related post-production work.
• Proficiency with relevant visual effects software.
• Strong attention to detail and visual continuity.
• Ability to complete a short, focused VFX assignment.

Compensation

• Volunteer/unpaid position.
• Filmmaker is open to reciprocal creative collaboration on future projects.

Job Description

A New York fashion brand is seeking a Lighting Assistant for an upcoming SS27 fashion film. The selected candidate will support the production’s lighting needs and work alongside the visual crew to help create the intended look for the film. This opportunity is suited to responsible individuals interested in fashion and film production who can work collaboratively in a creative on-set environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the production team with lighting setup and support.
• Help prepare and organize lighting equipment as directed.
• Support lighting adjustments throughout filming.
• Work collaboratively with photography, videography, and production crew.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain an organized workspace.

Requirements

• Interest in lighting, filmmaking, photography, or fashion production.
• Relevant lighting or production experience is preferred.
• Reliable, responsible, and comfortable working as part of a crew.
• Able to follow technical and creative direction.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

Job Description

“Bloodline,” a supernatural student short film, is seeking a Makeup and SFX Artist who can also appear as background talent. With a story centered around vampire siblings and a troubled family reunion, the production is looking for someone interested in contributing to the film’s makeup and special-effects needs while gaining additional on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with makeup and special-effects makeup needs.
• Support character looks required for the supernatural story.
• Maintain makeup continuity as needed.
• Appear as an extra when requested.

Requirements

• Makeup or SFX makeup experience preferred.
• Comfortable working with a small student film crew.
• Comfortable appearing on camera as background talent.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meal provided.
• IMDb credit.