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Hi All, Production assistant, runner, helper in Quincy area

We are a 20+ year crewing and Production company on the East Coast, looking for PA/helper type for small crew shoot. This is a very basic position - 1 day with extra set of hands and someone local to help who is professional. Vehicle is needed.

Thanks much!!

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

Hi All, Production assistant, runner, helper
We are a 20+ year crewing and Production company on the East Coast, looking for PA/Runner/helper type for small crew shoot. This is a very basic position - 1 days each with extra set of hands and someone local to help who is professional.

Double Act Productions are making an exciting new automotive occusoap 8x30 series for a major US network.

We are looking to hire an experienced Line Producer who may have strong experience in automotive build type shows.

Later we will also be looking to hire a Production Manager, Production Co-ordinator and an Assistant Producer. Connections in the area to help hire for these roles will be useful.

It would be advantageous for applicants to live near to or in the south of New Hampshire state, around Boston, Maine, Portsmouth etc.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

Standard production assistant gig
Must be available for all dates

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through the Harvard job portal:

Please note that this position requires candidates to work onsite in Cambridge, MA.

Job Summary:
Salaried, Full-time

The Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL) seeks a creative, collaborative Post-Production Manager (the Manager) with strong project management skills to join their Multi-Media and Production Team. Reporting to the Director of Multi-Media Development & Production (the Director), the Manager supervises and provides technical support to a team of 8-10 video editors. Additionally, the Post-Production Manager works directly with members of the Instructional Development team and videographers to create effective, high-quality, high-impact media assets for use in online learning experiences. Highly collaborative, the Post-Production Manager balances these responsibilities and competing demands inherent in production to ensure that the post-­production team delivers VPAL media content on schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides day-to-day management and support for the Department’s video editors.
Advises and mentors editors on visual storytelling and quality standards.
Collaborates with the Director of Multi-Media Development and Production to review and provide ongoing, timely feedback on the technical and visual quality of media assets throughout all phases of production.
Defines and applies standard operating procedures for video solutions in a consistent manner across all projects.
Helps establish and enforce naming, formatting, and packaging processes to ensure reliable and timely delivery of VPAL media assets.
Establishes effective and timely post-production workflows in consultation with other VPAL managers
Ensures that multimedia, video, interactive and photographic content for VPAL courses and projects are delivered on time.
Oversees the status of project deliverables alongside various stakeholders
Assigns, schedules, and monitors editor projects
Advises the Director of Multi-Media & Production on team operations, and strategy and recommends process improvements as appropriate.
Assists on video shoot as needed
Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and the digital landscape.
Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

Candidates MUST meet the following basic qualifications in order to be considered for this role:
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of related media production experience, including experience working as part of a production crew.
Experience with Final Cut Pro X and Motion as well as familiarity with industry-standard video editing software
Supervisory Experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills:

Excellent project management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated expertise in managing and trafficking multiple and concurrent productions
Ability to function in and adapt appropriately to a fast-­‐moving, cross-­‐unit team environment.
Strong problem-­solving skills.
Ability to work effectively with a large and diverse group of team members, partners, and stakeholders.
Prior experience handling confidential matters with appropriate discretion
Ability to substitute for videographers on location and in the studio, including directing camera and lighting teams
Experience with institutes of higher education and/or online education
Experience with managing, training, and mentoring video production teams

Additional Information:

Important Application Instructions: Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as a combined SINGLE DOCUMENT under the resume tab.

VPAL is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

During the current period of Covid-19 related restrictions, this position may start as a remote position, with the expectation that it will transition to onsite in Cambridge as a hybrid position when the office reopens. Individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process. All work must be performed in a state where Harvard is registered to do business (CA, CT, MA, MD, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT).

PLEASE NOTE: The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements. Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found on the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/.

Perks and Benefits:
Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:
A creative, high-energy, collaborative environment
Generous Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday pay
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits starting on your first day
University-funded retirement plans
Tuition Assistance Program
Transportation benefits to help with your daily commute
Health and wellness discounts, memberships, and programs


About the Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL):
The Office of the Vice Provost for Advances in Learning (VPAL) creates and catalyzes deeply engaging and scalable learning experiences that make a difference at Harvard and beyond.

VPAL is committed to convening and nurturing a diverse community dedicated to promoting inclusive excellence and leadership in teaching and learning. We celebrate, welcome, and honor all backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We strive to ensure that all feel included in our mission, our work, and our learning inside and outside our organization. We affirm that inclusivity and belonging are the foundations of excellence.

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Each Shoot Includes:
- General Location B-Roll (EXT/INT)
- Interviews
- INT SceneworK

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- Please include link to reel.
- Please list travel package
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