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Hi there,

We will be capturing a third party vendor during an event in Los Angeles, CA, at the BET Fan Fest 2024.

The project requires one half-day shoot (roughly 6 hours) June 26 ,wednesday, capturing student interviews and testimonials

Deliverables (for editor) will include daily event recaps, student interviews, an internXL testimonial video, and a quick turnaround video of a two-day training experience.

Please let me know at your earliest convenience if this is something you are interested in and available for as I will be finalizing the crew by the end of day today.

Preproduction meeting is Tomorrow June 21 at 9am on google meets.

Submissions that are needed:

Sound Recordist- must have experience and be able to pivot quickly.

Minimum gear needed:
- Two wireless mics
- Boom
- Multi Track Recorder/mixer
- expandables

Must be friendly, have own transportation, local to the area, and able to. be prompt and on time.

We are a small documentary crew passionate about capturing the vibrant essence of the Appalachian String Band Music Festival in Clifftop, WV. This annual gathering is renowned for its rich tapestry of traditional Appalachian music, dance, and community spirit.

Our goal is to create a compelling documentary that highlights the festival's uniqueness and cultural significance. This is our second year returning to the festival, and we are seeking a skilled and experienced Sound Recordist to join our team for a two-week period on location.

The filmmaking process is almost entirely outside or under tents, involving location sound recording in highly variable conditions including rain and wind, as well as mountain temperature drops.

You will be required to record high-quality sound in diverse outdoor settings, capturing clear audio during live music performances (jam sessions with acoustic instruments and some instances where there is a mixing board and stage), interviews, and ambient scenes, collaborating closely with our small crew. You will also be expected to troubleshoot and resolve any audio issues that may arise during recording sessions and ensure all audio recordings are properly stored and organized.

Proven experience as a Sound Recordist, particularly in field and location recording, is essential. You should be proficient with professional audio recording equipment and software, have a strong understanding of audio recording techniques and best practices, and possess excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. The ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to the dynamic nature of documentary filmmaking is crucial.

You must be comfortable working in outdoor environments and various weather conditions and willing to camp on-site for the duration of the project.

This contract position offers compensation of $2500 for the two-week period (July 24-Aug 4), with food and travel expenses covered. Camping gear will be provided if needed, but personal camping equipment is welcome.

If you are excited about this opportunity and meet the requirements, please send your
1. resume
2. cover letter detailing your relevant experience with link to recordings of your previous work and information about the conditions under which those recordings were made.

We are looking forward to your joining us in creating a documentary that celebrates Clifftop!

Looking for experienced sound recordist to record audio for a one day talking heads shoot we're having in Morrisville, NC. Rate includes equipment (mixer, lav mics, boom, etc).

Sound Mixer/Boom Op combo with their own gear.

Please send your rate and confirm your availability for 6/29 and 7/3 for consideration. Thanks!

Recording Sound: Operate audio recording equipment (e.g., mixers, recorders, microphones) to capture dialogue, ambient sounds, and other necessary audio elements during filming.
Monitoring Levels: Monitor audio levels and adjust settings in real-time to ensure optimal sound quality and prevent distortion or clipping.
Boom Operation: Use a boom microphone to capture dialogue and sound effects, ensuring it's positioned correctly and out of frame.
Wireless Microphones: Set up and manage wireless microphones on actors or performers to capture clear, consistent audio.

Hey there, we're looking for a sound recordist who can work with our team (Director of Photography, and producer) for a crowdfunding video shoot.

For this project, you will be recording interviews in a office setting.

We are looking for someone who has all of their own sound equipment, including wireless lavaliers, boom mics, and sound blankets.

The shoot is in Rochester NY. The date for the shoot is June 28th.

The rate is $600 for the full day (up to 10 hours), including gear.

Sound Recordist needed for a 3 part documentary series. $800/ day for up to 8 hours/ per day.

Production: This position is for an A2 during a convention at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix. We will be filming interviews and talking heads with 1-2 people at a time on a closed set.

Reality follow-doc filming in West Palm Beach looking for experienced Sound Recordist.

-$35.71 - $39.28/ hourly

$400/day for kit

Standard audio kit to include:
1x mixer/recorder
1x boom
4x wireless mics
2x cam hops
1x Timecode jam for both cams
1x Smart slate
2x ifb

***Must be capable to record individual iso tracks and mix

We are 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.

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

We are producing a short documentary on a local company in Green Bay, WI on July 17, 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.

July 17, 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

Micro budget project. Production Sound Mixer for an eight day shoot in Southern California; indie comedy feature film.

HI All, I will be shooting an LGTBQ+ doc in town. I am looking for a local Audio Mixer with gear for three days. Gear rental is $500 a day. We need 1 IFB, digital slate, 4 -6 lav's, boom, and mixer. Best,

Seeking a Sound Designer/Mixer in Los Angeles for independent, short narrative film currently in post-production (running time 19 mins). The ideal candidate is available to begin immediately. This is a paid opportunity, but it requires someone willing to work with a limited budget. Please provide work samples when applying. Logline: Facing angry protesters, a determined drag queen does her best to finish a fairy tale reading at the local library — but an alien invasion puts her skills to extraordinary new tests.

Mixing, mastering, and sound design for a dialogue driven short film between two characters outside on a vineyard.

We are looking for a Post Production Sound Designer for our independent music film. The script is fairly contained to mostly indoor locations, but does feature diegetic singing.

A responsibility of this job will also include delivering a fully filled M&E.

The ideal candidate will join our team before filming commences to ensure a seamless and successful workflow.

Award winning director shooting independent film project in June. Looking for a signature equal parts Robert Altman and David Fincher. Shoots in Madison Wisconsin. Local Wisconsin or Chicago. Please send gear list. Rate is including kit fee.

Need a boom pole operator for a boxing event on Friday 6/28. This person will be responsible for audio in one of the corners of our boxing ring. Equipment is provided. Live audio experience preferred.

$500/10

We will be filming one broadcast spot and one digital spot for our client. We are expecting filming outside but may have to move part of our shoot inside depending on the weather.

Our shoot will consist of OTF style set-ups, and some run-and-gun shots in various businesses. We are an out-of-town crew based in St. Louis, MO we need crew/gear to be local. Our shoot will focus in Clarksburg, West Virginia and ideally we are looking for locals or those that can work as a local. We have $750 in the budget for labor and $350 for kit rental.

Looking for an audio mixer to help with sit down interviews on a well established show in its 4th Season. 1 location, 3 interviews, 1 person at a time.

We need someone who owns their own gear and will pay $300 per shoot day for the gear package.

Gear needed:
2 lavs (we only need 1 but would like a spare just in case)
1 boom
recorder
slate (dumb or smart, doesn’t matter)