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- Contract Period: 5/20/24 to Early September
- Employment Type: Contract
- Location: Hybrid, but production is based in NY, so close proximity to NY is preferred
- Non-union feature film

Company Overview:
We are a major NYC-based media group with production companies. Currently, we are seeking a Contracted Line Producer to join our team for an upcoming feature film project.

Position Overview:
The Contracted Line Producer will play a vital role in the production process, ensuring the efficient execution of the project from pre-production to completion. While most work will be remote during the pre-production phase, some travel may be involved, with travel expenses covered by the production.

Responsibilities:
- Manage the production budget, including allocating funds for various departments and expenses.
- Create and maintain the production schedule, coordinating with cast and crew availability, location requirements, and logistical considerations.
- Collaborate with the director and creative team to ensure the vision of the film is realized within budgetary constraints.
- Negotiate and secure contracts with vendors, crew members, and other service providers.
- Oversee the hiring and management of production staff and crew, including assistant directors.
- Monitor production progress and address any issues or challenges that may arise during filming.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, safety protocols, and legal requirements.

Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience as a Line Producer on feature film productions.
- Strong budgeting and scheduling skills, with the ability to manage large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse team of professionals.
- Solid understanding of the filmmaking process, including production workflows, equipment requirements, and industry best practices.
- Familiarity with industry-standard software and tools, such as Showbiz Budgeting.
- Prior experience working on independent films or non-union productions is a plus.
- Experience with New York film tax credit requirements is a must.
- Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.

We are looking for a Line Producer for a first season follow-doc series shooting in Los Angeles and in various cities across the US and Europe. LP will be in charge of hiring (with EP's). Candidate should be skilled in managing all production logistics, financial oversight, tracking and reporting as well as working with post team to develop post schedule. LP will have some travel, but mostly will have a PM that will travel. When traveling all costs are covered by production with $50/day per diem. Must have valid passport.

Position will be remote but must be willing to come to office in Burbank when needed.

Please submit cover letter, resume and three references.

DETAILS:
- Role: Line Producer
- Start Date: June 24, 2024
- Wrap Date: January 10, 2025
- Full time for approx. 26 weeks with 3-4 dark weeks
- Location: Hybrid, but production is based in Houston, so close proximity to Houston is preferred
- Non-union docu-series

Looking to hire a seasoned LP for a first season docu-series in the Houston area.

This position provides management, leadership and oversight across a logistic-heavy production with many moving parts and tight timelines to stay on top of.

This role will work closely with the EP/Showrunner in the field, reporting to the company’s Production Executive in LA to ensure the production is fully supported to meet the creative needs, whilst staying on schedule and on budget, ensuring the safety of cast and crew are always a priority.

This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production management, ensuring creative and logistic expectations are met by facilitating communication, thinking strategically, leveraging efficiencies, utilizing local resources and relationships while maximizing budgetary and schedule parameters.

This person must have a strong background in production management on docu-series.

SKILLS:
- Experience with overseeing production logistics on various documentary and reality shows
- Working knowledge of labor laws and
- Understanding of Music licensing, as the production will shoot live bands performances and will need to ensure we have all necessary licenses
- Strong communicator that is direct and purposeful in all communication
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Flexible and ready to adapt to change
- Team player, able to collaborate and maintain positive working relationships with both creative and production teams
- Detailed, organized and experienced with cost tracking, budget management and working with various departments to stay on budget and schedule
- In-depth, working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word
- Strong management, financial and negotiation skills
- Strong listening, written and verbal skills
- Creative problem-solving and objective decision-making skills

NYC based production company seeks Full Time Line Producer for upcoming Amazon documentary project. Position would potentially start as early as May 6th and run through roughly late July/early August. Applicant must be local to NYC. Documentary Production experience preferred, but not required. While most work will be remote, some travel may be involved. Travel expenses to be covered by production.

Production company looking for a Line Producer for a few unscripted projects. The job will be working at our offices, and will have support from our in-house team, as well as other freelance hires, if necessary. The job will be a combo of office and field work, and may be out of town. We are looking for someone who is detail oriented, and able to build budgets and track costs. Would also be great if you had experience on union jobs.

Searching for production assistant to add to small crew shooting true crime documentary. Main responsibilities will include:

-Driving crew vehicle with one other crew member and gear.
-Picking up equipment and meals as necessary.
-Assisting field producer with obtaining releases, scanning archival material, etc.

This is a fast-paced job with some fairly long days. Looking for a candidate that is comfortable thinking on their feet and helping to problem-solve as things come up.

Most of the shoot will take place in Rockford, IL. Hotels from Chicago can be provided, priority would go to a local if there is one!

Shooting between 5/13-5/18. It will be a 5 consecutive day shoot, I will confirm final dates asap!

Day rate is $200/12 + OT

Looking for an experienced local production assistant for a 1-day 2 camera interview and b-roll shoot on 5/7. Responsibilities include helping crew load/unload gear and set up interview space; going for runs for props/ lunch etc.
Will be driving our interview contributors to/from hotel so good people skills are important. Will also include helping us scan archival materials. Rate is $225/12 and we will work on a 12 hour day. Must be local to the Maryland Area.

Crew Position: PA
Date: 5/5
Rate: $16.67/Hr
Rate is Negotiable

Looking for someone who is comfortable driving minivans, going on runs, ordering lunch, etc.

JOB POSTING: Sharp Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Crew Position: PA
Date: 5/6-6/10
Rate: $16.67/Hr
Rate is Negotiable

Looking for someone who is comfortable driving minivans, going on runs, ordering lunch, etc.

JOB POSTING: Sharp Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

STRONG field coordinator for a long running docuseries shooting in Atlanta

Shoot dates: Mid May through mid August

Ideal candidates have a professional attitude, excellent people skills, organized and takes ownership of their work. Clean driving record a must!

Some responsibilities include but not limited to:

-Experience running set and keeping crews on time and accountable
-Managing field logistics
-Coordinating locations, releases, gear, etc
-Managing PA's
-Responsible w/ petty cash
-Ensuring releases are obtained, organized and delivered properly

If you feel you're a good fit, please submit!

We are producing a college sports documentary focused on women's rowing. We are seeking a Local Production Assistant with a valid driver's license in the Arcata, CA area on the following dates:

WEDNESDAY 05/15/24
THURSDAY 05/16/24

- General PA duties include: helping move equipment, loading in/loading out, assisting the producer in the field, assisting the camera team in the field, running errands, pickups, returns, delivering lunches and coffee, etc.
- The PA must have a valid US Driver's License and must be comfortable driving a crew van or large SUV
- Must be local to the Arcata, CA area or able to self-report to the location each day

The project is operating on a fixed flat rate budget with a rate of $250/Day/12hr for this Local Hire role. 2 total working days.

Interested and available candidates please respond with a resume and any relevant references for consideration.

We are producing a college sports documentary focused on women's rowing. We are seeking a Local Production Assistant with a valid driver's license in the Bellingham, WA area on the following dates:

MONDAY 05/13/24
TUESDAY 05/14/24

- General PA duties include: helping move equipment, loading in/loading out, assisting the producer in the field, assisting the camera team in the field, running errands, pickups, returns, delivering lunches and coffee, etc.
- The PA must have a valid US Driver's License and must be comfortable driving a crew van or large SUV
- Must be local to Bellingham, WA area or able to self-report to the location each day

The project is operating on a fixed flat rate budget with a rate of $250/Day/12hr for this Local Hire role. 2 total working days.

Interested and available candidates please respond with a resume and any relevant references for consideration.

We are looking for a strong production assistant to join our team May 8th on season 3 of a true crime docu-series for Oxygen. You will be responsible for picking up a rental car and driving a contributor from Grand Rapids to Troy, MI and back.

We need someone easy-going, fun, has a great work ethic, and has a positive attitude!

Requirements:
-Has a valid driver's license
-Will SAFELY drive talent

Rate: $225/12
Dates: May 8th

If you are interested, available, and meet all the requirements above, please send me your resume!