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FILM CREW NEEDED
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Screen WM are currently supporting two projects in the West Midlands that are urgently seeking West Midlands-based crew.
Souled Out is a romantic comedy from Dreamfinder Productions and Ipso Facto Films set in the 1970's during the height of the Northern Soul movement. Shooting in Stafford and Stoke throughout August and September they are currently searching for:
- Gaffer
- Sound Recordist
Tormented is a teen horror comedy from Slingshot Studios and BBC Films shooting in North Birmingham throughout August and September and is currently searching for:
- Runners
- Drivers (Must be over 25 and hold a full license - a good knowledge of Birmingham is essential)
- Make-up Assistant
- Costume Assistant
All roles are paid and are great opportunities for local crew to get involved in regionally based projects. Only people residing within the West Midlands are eligible for these positions (proof of address will be required).
If you are interested in any of these roles please email your CV to Amy Newbery at the address above.
CAMERA OPERATOR NEEDED
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Birmingham based independent film producer from Birmingham requires a fully trained camera operator with his / her own professional HDV camera equipment, to film a short piece for a feature length urban drama 'Intimidated and out numbered'.
This piece will also be used as part of the productions official music video, as well as being edited and used as a marketing tool for this production. Preferably candidates located in Birmingham.
The piece to be filmed is a straight forward sequence where two dedicated graffiti artists create a work of art stating "This is Birmingham." The camera operator is required to set up and film from start to finish the process of the design, which will be filmed on location at a legal graffiti park located in Tamworth.
This is an unpaid opportunity ideal for graduates and alike who wish to gain experience. The successful candidate will be provided with transportation and cost of catering (All expenses will be covered), as well as a full page reference of their performance and copy of the marketing edit to include in their showreel.
The official shooting date is subject to availability, which is yet to be organized. Contact Michael McCleary on the above address.
DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY
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Shoot Dates: Saturday 13th to Friday 19th September 2008 inclusive.
One Interior location: West Midlands
Pay: £400 - £600 per day plus travel and hotel, meals etc.
Brief:
We have been commissioned to shoot a short film (15 minutes) for Macmillan Cancer Support. It is to be shot at a convenient location in the West Midlands which will be dressed as a Doctor's Waiting Room.
Initially we are looking for a talented DoP with a good showreel who can work in a small friendly team and deliver high quality filmic images given the right support and equipment and a modest budget.
You may recommend a preferred gaffer and assistants - or we can recruit them for you as the next stage. So we can compare costs "like-for-like" - if you are from outside the West Midlands we will pay all your hotel bills and travel expenses separately so please DON'T load your fees to cover this.
In the first instance please email a BRIEF CV and list of the last couple of projects you have been DoP on and any links we can look at - we will request showreels if we need them.
Contact Kevin for more information.
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MUSIC COMPOSERS AVAILABLE
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Hand Made Music offers a diverse range of media music, and is always flexible to your individual needs. Whether you require a piano underscore for your documentary or a track to underscore the montage sequence in your corporate film, we are always willing to discuss your creative musical ideas to produce the best results for your project.
If you need any further information about our services including projects, quotes and general information, email us and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
