Massachusetts Production Jobs

We are seeking a B-cam operator to capture interviews and B-roll at our client's location Newton, MA.

SEEKING LOCAL HIRES ONLY

Call Time: TBD, will be a 5-hour Shoot
Gear Required: Camera, Tripod
Rate is $250/5h on set and $25/h after that.

Looking for a Sound Recordist/Operator for a series of interviews on a half day shoot in Boston MA.

Date: May 16th, 2024
City: Boston, MA
Position: Sound Operator
Call Time: TBD, 5-hour shoot
Gear Required: LAV Mic, Shotgun Mic, Boom Pole, External Recorder 
Rate: $350/5h

We pay $350/5h and $35/h after that. We do not expect the shoot to go into overtime 
We reimburse every mile after traveling 50 miles in each direction (not round trip) at $0.54 per mile.

Must be local to location (or willing to work as a local).

Seeking a DP to to capture interviews and b-roll for our client in Boston, MA. This is for a local investment agency.

Seeking candidates with documentary and corporate experience, ideally in the commercial/event space.

Gear Required: Camera, Tripod, Stabilizer, Three-Point Lighting,

Call time is TBD

Rate is $350 for five hrs on set, $50/h after that. We do not expect the shoot to go into overtime.

SHOW DESCRIPTION

In Depth with Graham Bensinger averages 3 million television viewers/episode and 2.5 million digital views/episode airing weekly across the U.S. on the local NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX stations. It re-airs on NBC Regional Sports Networks and FOX Sports Nets, YouTube, ESPN in Australia/Latin America/Caribbean, BT Sport in Ireland/UK and TSN in Canada. Recent episodes range from a few days in Serbia with tennis star Novak Djokovic, to a trip to Texas for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, to visiting Hong Kong with Arnold Schwarzenegger, to traveling to Monaco with Prince Albert, to the week in the Bahamas with Sir Richard Branson.

POSITION SUMMARY

In need of PA who can help with gear, transportation and meals.
Must work as a local.

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS

- Ability to work under stressful and extreme conditions as well as quickly adapt to last-minute schedule changes
- Be teachable and willing to learn new workflows
- Ability to work under strict deadlines

SHOW DESCRIPTION

In Depth with Graham Bensinger averages 3 million television viewers/episode and 2.5 million digital views/episode airing weekly across the U.S. on the local NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX stations. It re-airs on NBC Regional Sports Networks and FOX Sports Nets, YouTube, ESPN in Australia/Latin America/Caribbean, BT Sport in Ireland/UK and TSN in Canada. Recent episodes range from a few days in Serbia with tennis star Novak Djokovic, to a trip to Texas for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, to visiting Hong Kong with Arnold Schwarzenegger, to traveling to Monaco with Prince Albert, to the week in the Bahamas with Sir Richard Branson.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Capture video on location using company provided equipment (we film on Canon 5D Mark IVs)
• Coordinate with producers regarding content

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to capture video without script or direction from producer
• Ability to work under strict deadlines

SHOW DESCRIPTION - 

In Depth with Graham Bensinger averages 3 million television viewers/episode and 2.5 million digital views/episode airing weekly across the U.S. on the local NBC, CBS, ABC and FOX stations. It re-airs on NBC Regional Sports Networks and FOX Sports Nets, YouTube, ESPN in Australia/Latin America/Caribbean, BT Sport in Ireland/UK and TSN in Canada. Recent episodes range from a few days in Serbia with tennis star Novak Djokovic, to a trip to Texas for Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, to visiting Hong Kong with Arnold Schwarzenegger, to traveling to Monaco with Prince Albert, to the week in the Bahamas with Sir Richard Branson.



POSITION SUMMARY

- We film on Canon 5D Mark IVs.
- We record at 48000 khz, 24 bit, shoot at 29.97 drop-fps and do not require timecode jamming.
- Audio must be recorded to separate tracks - we have to be able to split audio. Mixdowns and backup tracks are welcome but no mixdown as primary track.
- Hops are not necessary but welcome if no additional cost.
- Minimum of (1) IFB required for the producer to monitor audio.
- At least two subjects, no more than four, requiring wireless lavalier microphones throughout the interview and following activities.
- Booming additional subjects and activities will be required.
-Mic redundancies required for sit-down interviews when there are 2 subjects (aka 2 lavs and 2 booms).
- We will provide an SD, CF card or both for each day we film and then collect upon wrapping.




REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS 

- Ability to troubleshoot technical difficulties
- Ability to work under stressful and extreme conditions, as well as quickly adapt to last-minute schedule changes
- Be teachable and willing to learn new workflows
- Ability to work under strict deadlines

PAY RATE: THIS IS AN HOURLY, PART-TIME POSITION AT $15.00/HOUR. Mileage is reimbursed at $0.655/mile. Work-related expenses will be reimbursed (photocopying, faxing, scanning, etc.). Due to website structure, we are required to input a daily rate, however, please note that you will not automatically make $120.00/daily (for an 8 hour day). You will earn $15.00/hour (or the minimum wage based on your location) based on your weeks worth of work). We have limits as to how many hours can be worked in certain research locations. TBD upon hire.

ABOUT THE EMPLOYER: HOT BENCH is a nationally syndicated television program produced by CBS in Los Angeles, CA. We employ part-time researchers throughout the country to work remotely in our designated research markets. From the producers of JUDGE JUDY, HOT BENCH adds a new dimension to the court genre, with a panel of three judges hearing court cases, arguing the merits of the case amongst themselves and rendering a verdict.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Boston, MA based part-time Stringer/Field Researcher will go to the Boston courthouse to research information contained in pending small claims cases. As a stringer, you will be looking for interesting and compelling small claims cases that our show can produce for daytime television. In some instances, you may need to drive a good distance to and from courts. Driving time is paid for, and mileage is reimbursed. You will need to keep in regular and frequent contact with the Los Angeles home office. This is an excellent opportunity to gain both legal and entertainment experience for your professional resume.

PAY RATE: THIS IS AN HOURLY, PART-TIME POSITION AT $15.00/HOUR. Mileage is reimbursed at $0.655/mile. Work-related expenses will be reimbursed (photocopying, faxing, scanning, etc.). Due to website structure, we are required to input a daily rate, however, please note that you will not automatically make $120.00/daily (for an 8 hour day). You will earn $15.00/hour (or the minimum wage based on your location) based on your weeks worth of work). We have limits as to how many hours can be worked in certain research locations. TBD upon hire.

QUALIFICATIONS: We are seeking students and or non-students who are self-motivated, efficient, professional, organized, and have strong communication skills. You must possess a working car with insurance. Legal/court knowledge is preferred, but not required.

ELIGIBILITY: Currently enrolled law students, undergraduate students, or non-students; no recent graduates, unless you are not interested in or looking for full-time employment of any kind as this will not lead to a full-time position. Again, this will only be a part-time position, however, it is year-round.

START DATE: Phone interviews and hiring will be conducted ASAP. Preliminary training, screening, and new hire paperwork will follow immediately.

Production Assistant needed for a medical procedure show. Shoots in Wellesley, MA for three week - this is NON UNION

5/13 - 5/17 (5 days)
5/20 - 5/24 (5 days)
6/3 - 6/7 (5 days)

Requirements:
- Boston local - must be willing to work as local
- unscripted experience
- responsibilities include getting lunches, helping out the crew, helping with releases...
- Must have a valid drivers license and able to get to set and go on runs

We're looking for a mature, professional, friendly, and outgoing person to help us load in/out, set up, and sell T-shirts and CDs at our concert in Boston on June 1st.

The compensation is $20 per hour, and it's approximately five hours of work.

Production Assistants needed for day & night shifts in the Cape Cod, MA area.

Ideal candidate must:
- Be proactive, eager, resourceful, and able to anticipate needs before they are expressed
- Have a valid driver's license and be comfortable driving a mini van
- Be highly organized with good attention to detail, and be comfortable handling receipts, releases, and gear
- Have a great attitude and work well on a team
- Be punctual

Your primary role is to help the Production Manager with the following: meal orders, production runs, grocery shopping, driving crew, helping on set, keeping crafty organized, keeping clean work areas, keeping vehicles cleaned, organizing receipts and releases and fire watching gear and vehicles.