California Production Jobs

As a Food Stylist, you will play a crucial role in bringing our packaged salads to life on screen. You will be responsible for styling and presenting our salads in a visually stunning and appetizing manner for our commercial shoot.

Telepictures Productions Inc. is seeking experienced candidates for key roles on a new daily, nationally syndicated true crime news magazine, launching in September.

Senior Producer:

Join our dynamic senior management team as a Senior Producer, a pivotal role reporting directly to the executive producers. We are seeking a candidate with over 10 years of experience in national broadcast news, demonstrating expertise in leading teams and crafting impactful, long-format storytelling in crime content. This position requires deep hands-on experience in all aspects of production, and an individual with a deep understanding of the criminal justice system and a sensitivity to the experiences of victims and their families.

Key qualifications include strong editorial judgment, proficiency in compelling writing and script editing, journalistic ethics, innovative thinking, and a collaborative approach. This candidate is deadline oriented and thrives under pressure.

This is a daily, nationally syndicated true crime news magazine.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee a team of experienced writer/producers and collaborate closely with all key departments
• Edit and punch-up scripts to tell compelling narratives that capture the voice of the show while maintaining the
highest standards of factual integrity
• Evaluate and resolve editorial challenges and conflicts with adept problem-solving skills
• Guide and interact with talent and teams shooting in the field
• Contribute to the planning and execution of daily show
• Interface and collaborate across all departments including digital and social media team and promotions
• Foster the growth and development of team members through constructive feedback and mentorship

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Pay Range is $135,000 - $160,000 salary per year. Telepictures Productions Inc. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, sick time, and vacation.

Telepictures Productions Inc. embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

"Replay operator cues and prepares video inserts into a program (New Tech 3 Play, Envivo). They are also responsible for instant action replays and quick editing of highlights for live output. Should have a detailed eye for sports to create playlists and melts that a producer can use in a show. Must have reliable transportation.

The Replay Operator (RO) implements replays, highlights, and inserts into live production.

Replay Operator (RO) responsibilities include:
Efficiently cues and prepares instant action replays, highlights, and video inserts into live event production
Creates optimal playlists and melts for utilization during broadcasts and post production
Experience with sports production a plus
Reliable transportation required
"

Set PA - Reality Shoot

I am looking for a screenwriter who can adapt a 150-200 page manuscript into a 55-page script. I need to do about 10 adaptations a year so this can turn into a full time job.

I need someone who has experience working fast and pumping out really good scripts that are engaging yet cost-effective and easy to shoot.

I am looking for a highly efficient production manager to work with me to manage the entire production for a series of 1-hour adaptation feature films filmed over the course of 6 days. We will need help sourcing locations, props, setting budgets and schedules and dealing with permits. This is a freelance to full-time position, and we will be filming about 2 of these per month for the rest of the year.

Looking for an experienced motion graphics artist and designer for a special project, which could lead to other ongoing work. We are a boutique agency, and projects include trailers, A/V marketing and brand campaigns, so experience with marketing is also a plus.

A resume plus reel and/or samples are required to be considered, and ideally showcase a variety of different types of your talents, as many of our projects requires not just motion graphics and title design, but animation and other types of after effects expertise. Some visual effects experience like logo removals, flares, atmosphere, etc is a big plus as we have all types of needs that come in.

Must also have experience delivering final after effects projects to clients, and knows what is expected to inherit and pass off project files to others.

This is an hourly contractor position. Starts June 1. It will be busier during leadups to deadlines. Must be able to balance different projects and needs, communicate effectively, and be innovative in their work.

We look forward to reviewing your reels and resumes. Thank you for your interest!

We are producing a short documentary on a local company in San Jose, CA on Aug 15, 2024. We need an audio recordist with their own kit for the day (10 hrs). I've provided some details below. If you're interested, please let me know as soon as possible.

August 15, 2024
10 hour day (7am-5pm)
Hosted walk and talk Interviews with guest + Man on the street interviews.
Sit Down interviews
The full Crew is (1) Field Producer, (2) Cam Ops, (1) Sound Recordist

Equipment Needs
(Please Provide what type of equipment you own)
(2) Lavalier Microphones (Mic needs to be hidden)
(1) Boom Pole/Mic
(1) Audio Mixer

Rate
Labor Rate: $650
Equipment Rate: $300

Looking for a Sound Recordist/Operator for a scripted interview on a half day shoot in the San Diego Metro area.

Date: Thursday, May 23rd, 2024
Area: San Diego, CA
Position: Sound Operator
Call Time: TBD, 5-hour shoot
Gear Required: LAV Mic, Shotgun Mic, Boom Pole, External Recorder
Rate: $350/5h

We pay $350/5h and $35/h after that. We do not expect the shoot to go into overtime
We reimburse every mile after traveling 50 miles in each direction (not round trip) at $0.54 per mile.

In search of an amazing, elevated Graphic designer to handle the visual design and layout of our unscripted and scripted TV Pitch Decks. We are a newer female run production company, looking to build a relationship with someone for years to come.

Must be willing and able to share examples of Pitch Decks. We have been creating our own decks on Canva and Pages, but need someone to help take these designs to the next level.

AC needed with reality experience, please send credits and references. Sony FX9

/12

Real Estate Reality shoot

Preferred Equipment:
Standard kit + 4x wireless, 2x camera hops, smart slate, 2x camera hops, 4x IFB

/12 + 400/day kit

Please provide recent references.

Thanks for your interest!

Seeking a field coordinator for interview shoots occurring across the country. Shoots are every few weeks, travel Sunday, travel home Friday. First shoot is in Seaside, CA this upcoming week.

Looking for a storyboard artist who can assist with around 30 individual scenes, around 16 sequences. Each sequence varies in page length and complexity. They cover major plot points in the script.

For bigger sequences, hourly rate may be flexible

Telepictures Productions Inc. is seeking experienced candidates for key roles on a new daily, nationally syndicated true crime newsmagazine, launching in September.

This is a daily, nationally syndicated true crime newsmagazine.

Segment Producer:

We are seeking experienced and tenacious Segment Producers for our daily true crime show. This role involves chasing breaking news stories and newsmakers, generating ideas, pitching stories, as well as researching and booking interviews. The ideal candidate has extensive experience booking stories for national television, along with strong connections in justice and law enforcement. Compassion and experience in working with victims and their families are essential qualities, as is the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, competitive newsroom environment.

Responsibilities:

• Book exclusive interviews with key figures in high profile breaking and developing crime stories
• Track and pitch breaking crime stories, book interviews with important players, law enforcement and experts
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, victims advocates, attorneys, victims
and families
• Organize and manage field shoots including writing interview questions, liaising with talent and field along with
camera crews and local station affiliates
• Obtain vital assets for stories including court files, legal documents, photos and video, evidence and archival
materials


In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Pay Range is $95,000 - $105,000 salary per year. Telepictures Productions Inc. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, sick time, and vacation.

Telepictures Productions Inc. embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Telepictures Productions Inc. is seeking experienced candidates for key roles on a new daily, nationally syndicated true crime newsmagazine, launching in September.

Production Assistant:

Are you an ambitious, self-starting individual eager to kick-start your career in daily TV news magazine production? We're looking for motivated individuals who are self-starters, have strong organizational skills, a strong work ethic, and a passion for learning. This role offers the opportunity to gain invaluable experience from the ground up, providing essential support to our production team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist staff in all aspects of production including research, transcription, screening materials
• Work alongside producers and writers to provide support in story production
• Monitor and compile music and footage reports

This is an entry level production role.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Pay Range is $19.23 - $23.08 per hour. Telepictures Productions Inc. provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, sick time, and vacation.

Telepictures Productions Inc. embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

Looking for a local AC to help on interviews for a true crime series
$400/daily

We are in search of an amazing, experienced Development assistant, for a new unscripted/scripted production company, to help us part time with some ongoing development projects. This could eventually become a full-time role for the right person.

Must be skilled and have experience creating and executing elevated visual elements of pitch decks (examples will be required). Other job requirements will include writing copy, extensive research, help with casting and zoom interviews, setting meetings for producers, etc.

The right candidate for this job will be collaborative with a good attitude. They will be extremely creative, with an elevated aesthetic, a good writer, and be excited to grow with a female led production company with over two decades of experience in TV and great relationships with networks/streamers who are looking forward to building their team.

Please apply only if you have prior development experience.

I am in need of an editor who cuts on Avid to edit a low budget suspenseful Sci fi feature film. Someone with experience and has experience with special effects

Looking for an experienced Associate Producer for reality documentary project. Responsibilities will include detailed research and documenting possible cases, sourcing locations, props, wardrobe and guests/experts. Applicant must have a background in crime shows and recreations. Must also be experienced with outlines, pitch documents, and organized. Looking for a candidate with great communication skills, drive, follow through and detail oriented who works well in a team environment and is not afraid to roll up their sleeves. Please send resume, cover letter and references.

We are looking for an experienced Production Assistant, used to working with small documentary crews or a few days filming in Hollywood. We will record sit down interviews and couple broll shots around Los Angeles. We will work up to 12 hour days, and duties will include driving one of the crew's vans, getting craft, meals, waiting with kit and generally helping out the camera and lighting team.

Short Psychological Horror Film with temp music and temp cues in place.
Temp references:

- Michael Abels select music pieces from Nope, US, Get Out
- Johnny Greenwood select music pieces from The Master
- Ligeti select compositions

Flat rate for a 24-minute short psychological horror film.