California Production Jobs

Looking for a drone operator available mid/end of May.

Must have an FPV drone and will be shooting up close landscapes / buildings.

MUST have kit, insurance and proper licensing.

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and creative Producer to join our team for an exciting low-budget independent feature film project. As a key member of our production team, you will be instrumental in the planning, development, and execution stages of our film. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in film production, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for storytelling. Experience in managing budgets and coordinating with our team is essential.

The responsibilities of the Producer will include a variety of creative tasks. Also, managing schedules, overseeing the production process, ensuring that the project stays within budget and on schedule, etc. This position requires someone who is resourceful, proactive, and capable of working effectively under pressure. If you are looking to take on a challenging role that combines creative vision with practical management, and you are committed to bringing unique stories to life, we encourage you to apply.

When:
Starting May 1 or earlier.
Production in July or August

Where:
Los Angeles

Genre:
Sci-fi, Thriller

We are currently seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Associate Producer to join our passionate team on an exciting independent film project. This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to gain substantial experience in the film industry, working closely with a creative and dedicated crew. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment and is committed to contributing to the success of a low-budget film. This role demands a proactive attitude, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively under tight deadlines.

This position is particularly suited for individuals eager to expand their network and skills through hands-on experience. While the role does not offer much monetary compensation, it provides a valuable Associate Producer credit and a chance to work with seasoned professionals in the industry. All reasonable production-related expenses will be reimbursed. If you are ready to take on a challenging but rewarding role and have a genuine passion for filmmaking, we would love to hear from you.

When:
Starting May 1 or earlier.
Production in July or August

Where:
Los Angeles

Genre:
Sci-fi, Thriller

Looking for a full-time Post Production Coordinator to work across various unscripted shows on major TV networks. Will be working directly with the VP of Post and Assistant Editors.

Duties include:
- Prepping workflow documents at the start of the season
- Coordinating with the field with releases, production stills, and third-party media
- Coordinating with Post team on any stock and GFX needs
- Managing deliverables such as final script, music cue sheets & Texted Elements Log
- Review Online delivery for blurs & bleeps

Skills needed:
- Adobe Premiere and Photoshop
- Slack
- Google Drive, Docs + Sheets

Experience coordinating unscripted is a major plus. This is an in-office position in Studio City.

Looking for night owls for a shoot in early May!

Shifts will likely fall between 8PM starts and 10PM starts, expect a full 12.

Applicants should be comfortable driving a 15 passenger van as well as a minivan and have a safe driving record.

Thanks!

Looking for an experienced researcher for reality documentary project. Responsibilities will include detailed research and documenting possible cases, locations and guests/experts. Applicant should have a background in crime shows. Must 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.

Seeking a Production Designer/Art Director for low budget indie sci fi feature. Preferably candidate will have experience and reel/credits in sci-fi, but not required. Candidate needs to be crafty and great coming up with creative solutions on a budget.

Hiring Clearance Manager for Network Game Show. Candidates MUST be proficient in Pilotware, BOX and Excel. Looking for an individual who is highly organized, can track large numbers of images and has experience in clearance deliverables.

In need of a local DSLR crew (DP and Audio). It'll be in a nursing home with an older lady, so we want to keep gear/lighting/etc super simple so as to not overwhelm her or the other residents. For the same reasons, it also won't be a very long shoot - probably arrive at 9am and finish the interview by 11:30am.

We are a full-service entertainment and production company looking for event staff / game attendants to load in/out and interact with guests for an upcoming event. Must be friendly and outgoing! Please be able to stand for the entire shift and lift 50lbs and push 75lbs. You will be helping load in/out the event and be an attendant making sure guests are having fun and are not misusing the equipment. All supplies will be provided by the company.

Set-up Uniform: Black athletic wear is fine -- black shirt, pants, shoes, socks.

Event Uniform: Black button up shirt, black dress pants, a belt, black shoes and socks.

Event Date and Staff Call-Time: Sun 5/4/24 @ 8am

Event Days: 5/5 – 5/7/24 9:30am to 5:30pm

Event Location: San Diego, CA

Event Activations / Games: Prize Machine

REQUIREMENTS: No visible tattoos, piercings, etc... This is a corporate event -- please be prompt or your pay will be docked. Uniform is all black -- black dress pants, button up shirt, dress shoes and socks and belt.

MUST HAVE CAR / Reliable Transportation. Event staff is responsible for transportation and parking to / from the event.

TRAVEL TIPS: Please leave time for traffic.

COMPENSATION: No additional reimbursements or expenses to be paid unless otherwise explicitly approved by your site lead. Parking and meals will be your responsibility, but there will be breaks during shifts.

Looking for a story producer with home reno background for a new HGTV series.

This will be a story heavy show and candidate needs to work out of our los angles office.

The ideal candidate has a minimum 1-2 years experience as a Field Coordinator with International Experience

Some responsibilities but not limited to:

- Coordinating travel for crew sized 40+.
- Experience with Carnets
- On-set production coordination and logistics.
- Tracking travel on grids in google drive
- Sending travel memos to crew/talent
- Petty cash and credit card expense reporting.
- Coordinating locations, equipment, rentals, and other resources locally and on the road.
- Ensuring releases are obtained, organized, and delivered to post.
- Manage production assistants.
- PRs

Ideal candidates have:

- Professional attitude, excellent people skills, and demonstrates ownership over their work.
- Great with Excel & Google Docs

We are seeking a skilled Visual Effects (VFX) Artist or Team to play a pivotal role in our upcoming low budget independent feature film. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in VFX production, with a proven track record of creating visually stunning effects for films.

We require an on-set VFX Supervisor, who will oversee all aspects of visual effects on the set, ensuring seamless integration of digital and practical effects with live-action footage.

Your responsibilities will include collaborating closely with the director and cinematographer to develop the film's visual style, designing VFX to enhance the narrative, and supervising the execution of effects during filming to ensure the highest quality output. This role requires a deep understanding of VFX software and technologies, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines. If you are passionate about filmmaking and eager to contribute to a creative and ambitious project, we would love to hear from you.

When:
Pre-Production in June
Production in July or August

Where:
Los Angeles

Genre:
Sci-fi, Thriller

Estimated rate. Paid in checks or preferred payment method.

We are seeking a talented and resourceful Director of Photography for an upcoming low-budget independent feature film project. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of visual storytelling, with the ability to deliver compelling imagery within budgetary constraints. You should have proven experience in a variety of shooting conditions, have previously shot one or more feature films, a creative eye for framing and lighting, and a collaborative spirit to work closely with the director and production team.

This role demands a passionate individual who can inspire and manage a small crew, ensuring artistic coherence and technical quality from pre-production through to the final cut. If you are ready to bring your unique vision to a dynamic indie film production, we would love to hear from you.

Also, you will be working with a VFX Supervisor for certain shots as this is a science fiction project.

When:
Production in July or August

Where:
Los Angeles

Genre:
Sci-fi, Thriller

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Pull and stage equipment from warehouse for outbound orders
• Scan corresponding barcodes for each item, including multiple pieces within one unit
• Scan inbound equipment when returned and check for missing parts and test EQ for damage
• Filing and organization of paperwork and maintenance of the L&G Dept records
• Customer Service
• Periodically answer telephone
• Email
• Initiate damage and lost items reporting to supervisor
• Must have a flexible schedule with the ability to work overtime as needed
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks
• Work cooperatively within a team and with other departments
• Demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task are very important
• Create stock checks and short lists to maintain accurate inventory counts
• Positive, can-do attitude; willingness to learn
• Maintain cleanliness of Company’s vehicles
• Familiarity with grip and lighting or other media equipment
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Drive Apps, and/or Rental Tracker Pro
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis
• Ability to spend up to 100% of work time standing or moving.
• Physical activities include using hand tools, bending, stooping, lifting, climbing stairs,
carrying, walking and/or reaching on a frequent basis
• Physical activities required of this job include, but are not limited to: bending, carrying, climbing, crouching, feeling, finger movement, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, rapid work speed, speaking, reaching, repetitive motions, seeing, sitting, standing, stooping, talking, twisting, walking, and walking on irregular surfaces
• Clean driving record is a must
• Ability to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check

COMPETENCIES
Intellectual
• Analytical
• Problem Solving
• Technical Skills
Interpersonal
• Customer Service
• Interpersonal
• Written Communication
• Team Work
• Oral Communication

Looking for a researcher who can help our team craft ~6 investigative political interviews for an Israeli show.

Paid opportunity. 3-5 days of work in LA - planning on June.

Hebrew speaker preferred.

If you think you're a good fit, let's talk!

1099 worker. 3-5 days of work.

We are a low budget production looking for a production assistant for a shoot Friday 4/26 in Burbank, CA. This is a small corporate shoot. In addition to running errands, you will assist in the movement of heavy items and getting craft service. This is will be shot in a studio, so thick skin, professionalism and a good personality are encouraged. You need to have reliable transportation, be on time and be ready to work.

Compensation - $200 for the day

Title: Social Video Maker/Curator
Edutopia, the influential publisher of videos and stories about what works in education, is seeking a video creative to work with us on short-form and social media videos.

We’re on the hunt for a freelancer who can regularly plug in to our small group of filmmakers to:

1. Develop and create (mostly) vertical reels and shorts: tabletop, archival/stock/repurposed footage with graphics, and other fresh formats we haven’t thought of yet;

2. Curate reels and shorts made by classroom teachers, combing through Instagram for compelling and useful content for our audience of preK-12 educators.

Must live and breathe short vertical formats, be extremely comfortable with scrappy one-person production yet have a strong sense of art direction, and possess a talent for pitching, writing, and identifying relevant micro-content hidden in our other work.

Experience editing vertical video both in-platform (Instagram, for example) or out-of-platform (Capcut, for example) as well as phone shooting is essential. Aesthetically pleasing handwriting, good sketching ability, and knowledge of the preK-12 education space are pluses. Must also have the patience and diligence for video curation and willingness to dig deep for the gold.

****Please make sure to include links to 3 vertical (and at least one tabletop) videos in your cover letter. Applicants without vertical tabletop video examples will not be considered.****

What more you should know:
Our range for this remote role is $45-$70/hour depending on location, experience, and skill level. Weekly hours are negotiable.

About the George Lucas Educational Foundation:
The George Lucas Educational Foundation is dedicated to transforming prekindergarten through 12th grade (preK-12) education so all students can acquire and effectively apply the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to thrive in their studies, careers, and adult lives. Founded by innovative and award-winning filmmaker George Lucas in 1991, the Foundation takes a strategic approach to improving pre-K to 12 education. A nonprofit, nonpartisan 501(c)(3) private foundation that is operated for educational purposes, we welcome all who are devoted to improving education.

Seeking a hair/makeup lead for an indie music film shooting in Los Angeles.

The project features a small cast in a contained coming-of-age story, requiring mostly natural makeup looks with a few glamour/beauty days for the musical showcase scenes.

No any prosthetics or VFX makeup will be required. Project shoots 19 days starting mid-June.

We're seeking a production sound mixer for our independent music film. Currently scheduled for 19 days of filming.

Narrative overview: A struggling LA music producer navigates a career-defining showcase and sudden guardianship of his newly discovered half-sister. Music plays an integral role in their journey of healing and connection.

Sound Needs:
-Heavy emphasis on live music recording (vocals and various instruments).
-Skill in capturing the energy and nuance of both intimate and showcase performances.
-Experience and comfort with on-location sound mixing.
-Budget available for a sound partner/boom operator of your choice at the same rate.

Hair & Makeup Artist wanted!

Indie action/thriller

12 hour days

Small cast. Most days are only 4 actors.
Two cage fighter main characters. So basic male beauty makeup and hair and occasional sweat for some fight scenes.
We may need the occasional bruise to repeat in scenes (using makeup not prosthetics)
One Indian descent female / One Caucasian older female.

Film is shot in Los Angeles with one travel day to the Salton Sea at the end of the schedule to shoot for a day and return to LA. Hotel /food and travel is covered.

Need someone with a great attitude that will be easy to get along with in the 11th hour.

April 29-may 10th (5 day work week)

$250/day
12 days

**MUST BE LOCAL TO THE SACRAMENTO, CA AREA**
Tentative Dates: 5/22 - 5/25


We are small crew looking for a Production Assistant local to the Clearwater area. Previous
set experience is preferred.

This position will require driving of company minivans and cargo
vans, along with crew and gear. Eligibility will be based on a driving/background check.

Should be knowledgeable about the area and freeways. Must be comfortable going on
runs and assisting with crew meal. As well as assisting with different departments on an as needed basis. Strong communication skills and a "can do" attitude" are a plus.

Must provide a valid drivers license & reliable transportation.

Hiring sound mixer for vertical short drama.
$400/Day
10 days between 5/18 and 5/29
Los Angeles

Makeup artist for vertical short drama.
Some scenes require special effects makeup for wounds and blood.

Prop master for vertical short drama.
$400/day
10 days between 5/18 and 5/29
Los Angeles