Connecticut Production Jobs

This is a great full-time entry level EDIT ROOM ASSISTANT/ LOADER position on a long-running non-scripted series, for the right person.

We are looking for someone who is a strong verbal and written communicator, eager to learn and curious about all things technical. Someone who can track requests & information on many fronts, on a rolling basis.

This position loads all footage/ media for the show and is an important part of the team, working directly with our DIT to manage priorities. This person also maintains the music libraries, broll projects, transcodes footage in and out of Avid, exports cuts, and helps with music cue sheets, to name a few things.

Previous media management experience is a plus.

You must be willing to commute to Stamford, CT. We are currently only expecting this position to be in the office (1-2 per week). But that could change at some point, but not likely anytime soon.

Established production company looking for experienced Post Production Coordinator to work different series. The position is part-time 2 days per week in our Stamford, CT office.

Ideal candidate will have the following:

2+ years professional experience as a Post Coordinator

Proficiency with Google Docs

Responsibilities:
-Work with Post Supervisor to manage the day-to-day operations. These responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

- Manage team of AEs, Post PAs and their daily tasks.

- Keep up with network requests and deadlines.

- Send cuts to R&C, legal and music reports and track notes are addressed.

- Work with Editors and producer daily, making sure they have what they need.

- Tracking deliverables for series

-Wrangle transcribing requests from Producers and liaise with transcribing company

-Organize delivery of network deliverables:

- Handle all physical deliverables for cuts, masters

- Manage the delivery of cuts and masters to network (ie:uploading cuts to network portal/ FTP)

- Upload deliverables to network portals or FTP (ie: Cue sheets, credits, transcripts, etc.)

-Attend color and mix reviews as needed and take detailed notes

-Coordinate all post-related runs/FEDEX shipments

-Help troubleshoot/investigate recurring tech issues with the help of our post tech team

-Update and manage show related Google Docs

Looking for Art Coordinator for a recreation series filming in CT. Will be working with an Art Director from out of town for prep weeks, AD will be traveling in for shoots. Must be able to work in CT or live in CT. Previous experience with Art Dept and sourcing props is a must.

The Writer's Assistant will support the Creative Writing team in all aspects of the writing process.

Key Responsibilities:

• At all time, pay close attention to detail
• Take detailed and accurate meeting notes
• Listen, follow directions and execute said directions in a timely manner
• Participate and Take Notes in high level creative meetings with the Chairman of the Company, SVP and Lead Writers of the Creative Writing Team.
• Distribute notes from all meetings to necessary departments to ensure communication between all departments
• Take Initiative and communicate clearly and concisely with all Lead Writers, Writers, and other departments
• Type and distribute scripts, promos, formats, etc.
• Perform clerical tasks such as transcribing, copying, and printing documents
• Coordinate with other departments within the company (Props, Talent Travel, Etc.) to ensure all necessary Production Elements are properly secured for all WWE TV Shows (RAW, SmackDown LIVE, etc.)
• Anticipate the needs of the department and plan ahead to assure efficient departmental functioning
• Assist writers with the execution of Backstage and In-Ring Segments at WWE TV Shows, and serve as a Runner, coordinating talent, props, and other necessary items for the scenes
• Assist with directing and producing taped and live vignettes and promos
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned/needed

Qualifications:

• 2 years of TV Writing and/or Production experience preferred not required
• Strong note taking skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (both verbal and written)
• Time management skills and the ability to work well under pressure
• Strong work ethic and a flexible schedule that allows for long hours and traveling every week
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive
• Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn and assist in the execution of Live Scripted Television
• Clean driver's license and vehicle to be used for business as needed
• Willing and able to travel for business extensively on a regular basis (approximately 70% to 100%)
• Within reasonable commuting distance from the NY Metro/Stamford, CT area or be willing and able to relocate there
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and fast typing skills
• BA/BS degree in Film/TV/Drama, Media Studies, Journalism, Communications, English, or related field of study, is preferred, but not necessary

Need local PA to help out on set. One interview / One studio.

Looking for sound mixer for an interview and some verite.

Three camera set up - 2x ARRI LF's & 1x RED GEMINI.

Audio needs to be synced.

We're looking for a Production Coordinator to assist with a returning true crime series. This position will be helping exclusively with recreations so any experience with that is a plus.

Responsibilities:
-Booking and managing travel for crew
-Assisting with gear rentals as needed
-Coordinating meals/catering for shoot days
- Able to assist with scheduling and preparing call sheets.
- Assist with COVID-19 test scheduling
- Experience in handling day to day expenses, petty cash, POs, Cashet
- Gathering costs from Art and Wardrobe to turn in to LP
- Helping run set on shoot days.
- Managing field PAs
- Responsible for Production Reports on shoot days.

Requirements/Nice to have:
- At least 3 PC credits to date
- Familiarity with Google Drive
- Attention to detail, organization, and clear communication

Position reports directly to PM & LP. Prep will be remote for the first few weeks with filming set to start end of June. All filming will be taking place in CT. So must be local or able to work as local.

Looking for a Casting Producer or Casting Agency with experience casting non-union actors. Experience casting diverse actors is a huge plus. True crime series with recreation scenes. Will be about 10-12 actors per episode. Job starts end of May and runs through end of August.

True Crime series filming in CT looking for a Locations Manager to start at the end of May. Job runs thru end of August. Will be responsible for scouting locations, presenting locations to creative team, handling paperwork, obtaining permits, and being on-site during filming to address any issues while filming on location.

Havoc Robotics is a content and entertainment company focused on combat robotics currently centered around a series of seven tournaments hosted in Norwalk, CT, and streamed live to a virtual audience through YouTube and other platforms. The league was launched in late 2018 as a small, grassroots tournament with 13 robots, and has since grown exponentially - we’ve hosted 850 robots across 22 events, each designed and built by a diverse, highly engaged community. Upward of 350 spectators attend each of our events at our HQ in Norwalk, CT, in addition to an online following and highly engaged livestream audience in the tens of thousands.

We are looking for a Broadcast Production Engineer to provide support and maintenance to our high-end infrastructure of broadcast/livestream systems. This is a great position for someone with a background in electrical engineering looking for a junior-level position, who is eager to learn and expand their skill-set in a hands-on role, open to a non-traditional/flexible schedule (including some scheduled late-night or weekend work), and able to work 90% of the time from our HQ in Norwalk, CT.

Responsibilities:
- Support infrastructure for on-air broadcast production systems
- Support Live Control Room production systems and subsystems
- Support infrastructure systems including routers, intercom, monitoring, audio suites and other live production related gear
- Respond to, communicate, manage, and track technical issues as they arise, sometimes after hours or on weekends
- Perform maintenance of subsystems including software and hardware updates, modifications and replacements as warranted
- Implement and maintain process standards for deployment, and develop support documentation for operations personnel as needed
- Be part of a team that works hands-on with the latest generation of production systems and technologies
- Collaborate and share responsibilities effectively with a team of mechanical and software engineers.

Skills:
- You are comfortable with current media technologies, concepts and emerging trends (i.e Media over IP, Cloud Computing, etc.)
- You have a bachelor’s degree or professional/trade experience in electrical engineering or computer science
- Demonstrated working knowledge of IT / networking theory, topology, and best practices
- Ability to troubleshoot and replace computer hardware components and proprietary broadcast equipment
- Ability to interpret technical documentation standards including CAD-based workflow diagrams
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, work independently and as part of a team in a collaborative manner
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of a live production environment, including overtime as required
- Experience with file-based workflows and knowledge of enterprise Media Asset Management systems
- Versed in video standards for broadcast television and production environments
- Ability to troubleshoot audio and video signals in a hybrid SDI/NDI/Dante production environment
- Fundamental understanding of production control automation and best practices
- Working knowledge of Windows and Mac systems
- Ability to remove, lift and replace equipment in racks as warranted
- Strong skills in the areas of root cause analysis, organization, and escalation to subject matter experts
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to frame issues clearly
- Strong desire to learn, cross-train and a passion to maintain current knowledge of relevant and emerging technologies
- Strong team environment with a diversity of knowledge and technologies

We are looking for PAs who are available for:
- 6/8 AND 6/9
OR
- 6/9 ONLY

You will be paid for 12hr days for each day you work ($250/12hr)

This is a high-level shoot so we are looking for professionals with Production Assistance experience.

We are looking for a highly capable payroll accountant to manage our payroll system. In this role, your duties will include ensuring accurate salary payments, updating employee hiring or termination information on the payroll system. To ensure success as a payroll accountant, you should demonstrate knowledge of applicable tax laws and ideally have experience in a similar role. The candidate will be detail-oriented and someone who can accurately and timely process salaries.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll processing and accounting systems to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
Identifies and recommends updates to payroll accounting software, systems, and procedures.
Attending to payroll inquiries from employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
Extensive knowledge of payroll functions including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficient with payroll software.
Education and Experience:
An associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) will be advantageous.
A minimum of two years' experience as a Payroll Accountant, or in a similar role.

Lucky 8 is a full-service unscripted production company founded in 2014 by producers and partners Kim Woodard, Greg Henry, Isaac Holub and George Kralovansky. Leveraging the combined experience of its veteran creative team, Lucky 8 has created and produced a wide range of successful series and specials, from blue-chip documentary to formatted reality, in genres spanning crime, science, food, comedy and more.

We are looking for a highly capable Post Supervisor for our Post Department. This position will manage multiple pilots and future series for Networks including Discovery, National Geographic, History Channel and HGTV. Must be familiar with post scheduling, budgeting and network deliverables. We are looking for someone who is hardworking and collaborative, has strong organizational skills and has experience managing post teams.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Responsible for shepherding projects through offline, online and final finishing. Responsible for all technical aspects of HD delivery of assigned projects to insure that the integrity and quality of the programs conform to network technical standards
Manage the budget and negotiations with post production vendors including, but not limited to: post online/finish facility, QC vendor, sound design and mix facility, talent agencies for narrators and duplication facility
Manage relationships with network technical counterpart to ensure delivery of post deliverables including but not limited to masters, promo selects, web deliverables, audio stems,
Schedule and maintain all offline rooms, narration recording, online sessions and post audio sessions with post vendors.
Manage post production department personnel- DIT, transcribers, Post Coordinators, Assistant Editors, Junior Editors, and Assistant Online Editors. Interview and hire post production support as needed and maintain preferred editor list. Train post production personnel on workflow
Supervise post production sessions (online/color, audio) and Quality Control fixes. Supervise the final post media deliverables.
Review and submit invoices from post production vendors for EIC/LP. VP of Post approves all invoices for final finish.

Required Skills/Abilities:
Familiarity with offline edit systems including AVID Media Composer and NEXUS.
Knowledge of Network Technical Specifications and deliverables.

Education and Experience:
Minimum of 2 years experience in this role.
Salary commensurate with experience.

CT Post Facility looking for Online Assistant Editors to work on a variety of upcoming new series and pilots. Genres include but are not limited to: Reality, Docu-series, Home Makeover, Lifestyle, Food and Travel programming.

The ideal candidate will have the following:
- Deep interest in color work and online finishing
- Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot
- Extensive knowledge of Avid Nexis and Avid Symphony/Resolve post-production workflows used on Mac
- Working knowledge of After Effects
- Ability to learn new software quickly and follow written instructions
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask, communicate, and relay progress and tech issues to upper management
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google docs

Responsibilities:
Main responsibility is to assist online team with finishing and delivering episodes

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Reading/understanding network delivery specifications and executing required deliverables
- Project maintenance and organization (cleanup/wrap out)
- Loading, offloading, importing media & GFX
Syncing and grouping
- Upresing locked/final sequences and prepping for online
- Confirming timings of locked sequences based on network specifications
- Exporting picture references, EDLs, OMF/AAFs
- Blurring/painting and reviewing final sequences with R&C team
- Creating files using/updating existing After Effects templates
- Keying green screens
- Prepping and exporting final sequences for network delivery
- Uploading master files to network portals
- Applying and delivering fixes and patches
- Creating final exports for archive
- Color correcting scenes or web content

CT Post Facility looking for Colorists/Online Editors proficient with both Symphony and Resolve to work on a variety of series and pilots. Genres include but are not limited to: Reality, Docu-series, Home Makeover, Lifestyle, Food, and Travel programming.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years working with Symphony/Resolve to conform and color
- Delivering SDR masters
- Conforming sequences from offline to online and AVID round-tripping
- Integrating footage from multiple cameras and formats - dealing with:
- Assorted codecs and color spaces
- Shot matching
- Addressing mixed frame rates
- Conforming non-standard raster sizes and aspect ratios
- Mastering to network specifications including, but not limited to:
- HD, UHD, and 4K
- 23.98p, 29.97p, 29.97i, and 59.94i (interlaced & progressive)
- 3:2 pull-down
- drop/non-drop timecode
- Basic compositing (green screens and matte keys)
- Solid effects background with both Avid effects
- Working with Avid Nexis Client Manager in shared media environments

Additional Qualifications:
- Ability to perform quality control before final delivery
- Great client skills and competence working both supervised and unsupervised
- Ability to work efficiently with post team and production staff
- Time management and communication skills
- Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot
- Attention to detail and consistency

CT Post Facility looking for Colorists/Online Editors proficient with both Symphony and Resolve to work on a variety of series and pilots. Genres include but are not limited to: Reality, Docu-series, Home Makeover, Lifestyle, Food, and Travel programming.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

- Minimum 3-5 years working with Symphony/Resolve to conform and color
- Coloring HDR for network and OTT providers
- Delivering HDR, and SDR masters as well as DolbyVision metadata from an initial HDR grade
- Working with various ACES color management pipelines
- Conforming sequences from offline to online and round-tripping
- Integrating footage from multiple cameras and formats - dealing with:
- Various codecs and color spaces
Shot matching
- Addressing mixed frame rates
- Conforming non-standard raster sizes and aspect ratios
- Mastering to network specifications including, but not limited to: HD, UHD, and 4K resolutions, 23.98p, 29.97p, 29.97i, and 59.94i (interlaced & progressive), 3:2 pull-down, drop/non-drop timecode
- Basic compositing (green screens and matte keys)
- Solid effects background with both Avid's effects and Resolve's Fusion effects panel
- Working with Avid ISIS/Nexis Client Manager in shared media environments

Additional Qualifications:
- Ability to perform quality control before final delivery
- Great client skills and competence working both supervised and unsupervised
- Ability to work efficiently with post team and production staff
- Time management and communication skills
- Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot
- Attention to detail and consistency

CT Post Facility looking for Colorists/Online Editors proficient with both Symphony and Resolve to work on a variety of series and pilots. Genres include but are not limited to: Reality, Docu-series, Home Makeover, Lifestyle, Food, and Travel programming.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:
- Minimum 3-5 years working with Symphony/Resolve to conform and color
- Delivering SDR masters
- Conforming sequences from offline to online and AVID round-tripping
- Integrating footage from multiple cameras and formats - dealing with:
- Assorted codecs and color spaces
- Shot matching
- Addressing mixed frame rates
- Conforming non-standard raster sizes and aspect ratios
- Mastering to network specifications including, but not limited to:
- HD, UHD, and 4K
- 23.98p, 29.97p, 29.97i, and 59.94i (interlaced & progressive)
- 3:2 pull-down
- drop/non-drop timecode
- Basic compositing (green screens and matte keys)
- Solid effects background with both Avid effects
- Working with Avid Nexis Client Manager in shared media environments

Additional Qualifications:
- Ability to perform quality control before final delivery
- Great client skills and competence working both supervised and unsupervised
- Ability to work efficiently with post team and production staff
- Time management and communication skills
- Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot
- Attention to detail and consistency

CT Post Facility looking for Colorists/Online Editors proficient with both Symphony and Resolve to work on a variety of series and pilots. Genres include but are not limited to: Reality, Docu-series, Home Makeover, Lifestyle, Food, and Travel programming.

The ideal candidate will have the following experience:

- Minimum 3-5 years working with Symphony/Resolve to conform and color
- Coloring HDR for network and OTT providers
- Delivering HDR, and SDR masters as well as DolbyVision metadata from an initial HDR grade
- Working with various ACES color management pipelines
- Conforming sequences from offline to online and round-tripping
- Integrating footage from multiple cameras and formats - dealing with:
- Various codecs and color spaces
Shot matching
- Addressing mixed frame rates
- Conforming non-standard raster sizes and aspect ratios
- Mastering to network specifications including, but not limited to: HD, UHD, and 4K resolutions, 23.98p, 29.97p, 29.97i, and 59.94i (interlaced & progressive), 3:2 pull-down, drop/non-drop timecode
- Basic compositing (green screens and matte keys)
- Solid effects background with both Avid's effects and Resolve's Fusion effects panel
- Working with Avid ISIS/Nexis Client Manager in shared media environments

Additional Qualifications:
- Ability to perform quality control before final delivery
- Great client skills and competence working both supervised and unsupervised
- Ability to work efficiently with post team and production staff
- Time management and communication skills
- Strong technical skills and the ability to troubleshoot
- Attention to detail and consistency

Gear Shop Technician (Office-Based)

ITV America is now the largest independent producer of non-scripted content in America, through its production companies ITV Entertainment, Leftfield Pictures, Sirens Media, Loud TV, Outpost Entertainment, High Noon Entertainment, Thinkfactory Media, and Good Caper Crime. ITV America produces leading content, including Queer Eye, Hell's Kitchen, Love Island, The Four, Pawn Stars, Fixer Upper, Forged in Fire, and Real Housewives of NJ, just to name a few.

The Shop Technician position will be responsible for ensuring that all rental equipment is functioning and maintained. They should have a clear understanding of television/film production and the ability to work closely with clients to provide technical support.

This role is located in Stamford, CT and reports to the VP, Gear Shop.

Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage inventory of rental equipment physically and in our rental software application system
- Initiate any repairs, routine cleanings of audio & video equipment, and ensure equipment meets our quality control standards
- Conduct check in/out of equipment orders
- Ensure safe transfer and shipment of equipment
- Unpack, inspect, return gear and report any damages or missing items after rental equipment has been returned
- Maintain a clean and orderly tech booth and office area
- Responsible for all day-to-day technician duties within the Gear Shop

Qualifications:
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization with discretion, tact and diplomacy at all times. Patience, tolerance and resilience are key skills.
- Self-starter that is willing to learn and able to manage ambiguity and operate effectively with little supervision.
- Ability to help evolve and implement improved processes.

Compensation:
$50,000 - 55,000 base plus OT

Our people are our greatest asset and, as an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to work both in front of and behind the cameras.

"ITV, where creativity, diversity and collaboration put us right at the heart of popular culture."

Looking for an Assistant Editor for a longtime Discovery Channel show. No experience with DaVinci Resolve necessary, but familiarity and experience with other editing programs is a plus. Ability to come into the Stamford office two days a week a must (remote work the other days).

Looking for a Post Production Supervisor to manage day to day post on an OWN series. Must be familiar with post scheduling, budgeting and network deliverables.

We are looking for someone who is hardworking and collaborative, has strong organizational skills and has experience managing post teams.

Established TV Production company seeking a Junior Editor to start June 13th for an approx. 3 month run on a long-running Discovery Channel series. This position is hybrid remote/in person with 1-2 days per week in office (Office location is Stamford, CT (walkable/free shuttle ride from the metro north station if commuting by train).

Editor needed for docuseries on OWN. Must have strong AVID and storytelling skills.

Person will be responsible for setting up Audio Mixing Board white working with our Head of Tech. Job will also require live show sound mixing. 2 Talent, 2 Players, tape, music. Show-Day will be around 12 Hrs but could vary. Will be working alongside other crew. Producer, Director, XP. Please NOTE VENUE IS REQUIRING FULLY VAXXED CREW ONLY. This will be live on Youtube/Twitch.

Person will be responsible for setting up Audio Mixing Board white working with our Head of Tech. Job will also require live show sound mixing. 2 Talent, 2 Players, tape, music. Show-Day will be around 12 Hrs but could vary. Will be working alongside other crew. Producer, Director, XP. Please NOTE VENUE IS REQUIRING FULLY VAXED CREW ONLY. This will be live on Youtube/Twitch.