Posted On: 05.05.2008

Location Sound Consultant
We are a private high school in Los Angeles with a 3-year video/film program. When we shoot on campus, we have problems getting good sound despite the fact that we have invested in Sennheiser microphones and K-Tek boom poles and windscreens. I would like to hire someone who can visit our school and help us to improve the quality of our sound recording.

Contact: Cheri Gaulke, Video Art Teacher
Address: Harvard-Westlake School
3700 Coldwater Canyon
N. Hollywood, CA 91604
Tel.: 818 487-6596
Email: cgaulke@hw.com

Posted On: 04.08.2008

Big Sky Documentary Film Festival - Festival Director
Big Sky Documentary Film Festival Accepting Applications for Festival Director Position Application Deadline - APRIL 15, 2008 The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival is accepting applications for the position of Festival Director through April 15, 2008. No applications will be processed after that date. The job involves planning, promoting, and facilitating the annual event in February, coordinating sponsorships, grant writing and other fundraising activities, supervising volunteers and temporary staff, and handling festival administration. Applicants must be available to begin work in Missoula, Montana no later than August 1, 2008. This is a full-time, year-round position. Excellent communication and organizational skills, knowledge of the documentary film and video industry, and demonstrated fundraising ability required. Salary $30k (+ benefits) depending on experience, with annual raises dependent upon fundraising success. Send a resume (.pdf, .doc or email text) and short letter of interest to info@bigskyfilmfest.org. Title your resume and letter with your first and last name (examples - jane_doe_letter.doc, jane_doe_resume.pdf). PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS OR APPLICATIONS BY MAIL. If you have already applied, do NOT send up-dates to your application. We will contact applicants by phone or email to schedule interviews. Big Sky Documentary Film Festival 131 South Higgins Avenue, Suite 307 Missoula, Montana 59802 info@bigskyfilmfest.org www.bigskyfilmfest.org The Big Sky Documentary Film Festival is a project of the Big Sky Film Institute, a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation.

Address: Big Sky Documentary Film Festival 131 South Higgins Avenue, Suite 307 Missoula, Montana 59802
Email: info@bigskyfilmfest.org
Web: www.bigskyfilmfest.org

Posted On: 02.07.2008

LA: Videographers for Concert
Videographers with own gear (including tripod and on board light) wanted for Gloria Trevi concert event at Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal Citywalk. February 15th, 2008. DV camcorders like Sony HVR-Z1U or Panaxonic DVX-100A are preferable. Please send your resumes or short video sample to: diego-director@hotmail.com

Email: director@hotmail.com

Posted On: 02.06.2008

Executive Director, San Francisco Cinematheque
Position Available: Executive Director, San Francisco Cinematheque (Deadline for applications: February 11, 2008) The San Francisco Cinematheque, one of the oldest and most respected presenters of experimental media in the country, is seeking an Executive Director. A successful candidate must possess a proven track record as a fund-raiser in the areas of foundation, corporate, and individual donors; strong leadership skills; and a passion for experimental media. The Executive Director must also bring exceptional financial, managerial, and marketing experience and a significant knowledge of current international and domestic experimental cinema practice and presentation. Because the creation and delivery of moving-image art is constantly evolving, the selected individual will have the opportunity to oversee a programming philosophy that builds on the legacy of The San Francisco Cinematheque while celebrating new visionary work. The Executive Director reports to the Board of Directors and is supported by two part-time staff (30 hours and 16 hours). Responsibilities • Direct and manage the artistic and financial development of the organization, in pursuit of the mission of the San Francisco Cinematheque: to educate and develop audiences for experimental media. • Oversee day-to-day operations of the organization; guide, mentor, and manage current part-time staff, interns, and volunteers to ensure audiences, artists, and educators experience a courteous and reliable environment. • Maintain long-established high programming standards by featuring imaginative guest curators and traveling programs and artists, by fostering collaborations with other arts institutions, and by presenting educational forums and exhibitions. • Create multiyear programming and event plans, in collaboration with the board and staff, and partnerships with local, national, and international organizations, government agencies, and arts organizations to ensure the vibrancy and visibility of the Cinematheque. • Direct all development efforts, including grant writing and reporting, membership drives, and donor development; foster earned income opportunities and audience development. • Publicly represent the organization at Cinematheque programs, at screenings of colleague organizations, at gatherings within the grantor community, at local policy forums, and at other Bay Area visual arts institutions. • Manage the financial operations of the organization, using “best practices” nonprofit fiscal procedures and standards. Prepare an annual budget for board approval, and supervise and monitor cash flow and monthly income and expense reports for Board review, in consort with administrative staff and an independent bookkeeper. • Coordinate and facilitate a rigorous marketing plan to promote the Cinematheque and its programming initiatives, research archive, Web site, and online and print publications. Preferred Experience • Three years managerial experience in a nonprofit arts presenting institution; preference to those candidates specifically involved with experimental moving-image media. • Demonstrate a background in successful grant writing, individual donor development, and the creation and implementation of an annual strategic fund-raising plan. • Knowledge and appreciation of experimental media, from legendary forbears to current artists working to expand the boundaries of moving-image expression. • Excellent writing ability, proven public-speaking experience, and good interpersonal communication skills. • Familiarity with print, press, and online promotion, and the production of effective marketing materials for these outlets. • Experience and enthusiasm working with a small, dedicated staff and committed intern and volunteer pool. • Background in special-event production, including the successful integration of board members and energetic volunteers. • Excellent organizational, administrative, and financial experience geared to the capricious nature of current funding for the arts, and the business acumen to increase revenue from earned income and corporate sources. • The ability to think strategically to implement the Cinematheque’s priorities through a coherent plan of imaginative programmatic strands, audience development, and education. • A sense of humor and energetic passion for nonprofit work. Compensation and Benefits Salary and Benefits: $40,000 to $45,000 per annum, depending on experience; 35-hour workweek (flexible day/eve schedule); health and dental; three-week vacation. To Apply Submit a resume, writing sample, relevant ancillary materials, and a letter of interest explaining the particular strengths you would bring to the position. Apply via gailsilva@sfcinematheque.org or mail to: Search, Attn: Gail Silva, San Francisco Cinematheque, 145 Ninth Street, Room 240, San Francisco, CA 94103. No phone calls, please. Deadline for receipt of applications: February 11, 2008. The San Francisco Cinematheque is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The Organization Founded in 1961, the San Francisco Cinematheque is widely recognized as a vital contributor to the growth of experimental cinema in the United States. From the early years of Bruce Baillie and Chick Strand to the present, it has offered a consistent venue for the West Coast premieres of the most influential and respected moving-image artists. Its publications have provided an indispensable forum for discussion, dissemination, and development of many of the most promising and fruitful new directions in cinematic expression. Today, the Cinematheque continues to strengthen this legacy by presenting the most exciting experimental media from the Bay Area, the nation, and the world and by serving as a lively forum for educators, students, and audiences.

Contact: Gail Silva
Address: Search, Attn: Gail Silva, San Francisco Cinematheque, 145 Ninth Street, Room 240, San Francisco, CA 94103.
Email: gailsilva@sfcinematheque.org

Posted On: 01.02.2008

Composer - Original Music for Documentary
Original Music for Documentary Music for half hour documentary film needed, including an original corrido. For more info visit http://thinkinggrande.blogspot.com/ or call producer Kevin Bender in San Diego at 760 707 2997. Deadline middle of Jan. 2008.

Contact: Kevin Bender
Tel.: 760.707.2997
Web: http://thinkinggrande.blogspot.com/

Cinematographer for Documentary (Austin)
The Blueprint Schools documentary project is seeking a cinematographer for a documentary on school reform in east Austin. The project has funding from the City of Austin cultural contracts. Filming will begin in February and go till May. Preferred qualifications are experience in documentary filming. If you are interested, please send bio and info to Andrea Melendez (Producer/Co-director): andrea@blueprintschools.com Below is a brief summary.. More info. can be found at: www.blueprintschools.com Brief Summary: The Blueprint Schools Documentary Project (BSDP) aims to document and illustrate the process by which inner-city communities, educators and artists have worked together, tirelessly to break the mold of the failing inner-city school.This documentary asks the question: "What does it take to provide a challenging education to inner-city youth, to provide an education that will prepare them for college and to establish a true community of trust between communities, educators and families?" This documentary looks at specific examples of school success in low-income schools and the challenges that they have to overcome with regard to high stakes testing and school reform.

Contact: Andrea Melendez
Email: andrea@blueprintschools.com
Web: www.blueprintschools.com

ITVS Independent Lens PRODUCTION COORDINATOR
INDEPENDENT TELEVISION SERVICE, INC. Independent Lens PRODUCTION COORDINATOR ABOUT ITVS: Independent Television Service (www.itvs.org) is a nonprofit organization created and chartered by Congress to fund and present unique, provocative, compelling programs for public television by independent producers. ITVS is an equal opportunity employer; women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Reports to: Independent Lens Assistant Producer Status: Exempt, full benefits Salary: DOE Job Functions: Production manage programs to assure filmmakers meet delivery schedule for Independent Lens (IL). Work with filmmakers on questions arising from the final edit of their program. Schedule introductory meetings with communications coordinator and ITVS production manager (if ITVS funded) to introduce filmmakers to IL processes. Coordinate exit meetings for all IL shows to close out show files, issue final payments, and notify communications and IL departments of show status. Screen acquired films for content issues (logos, flag language and footage, rights issues, and credits). Maintain IL information on the database and server. Maintain IL show binder and hardcopy files. Manage PBS Orion entry for all IL shows including: Creating new record Program Acceptance Agreement Format Sheets Web Tag Underwriting Credit Clearance Form Media Inventories Review music cues for all IL shows and coordinate delivery of music cues to PBS for approval. Work with PBS music administrator to assure all information on music cue sheets is correct and songs are cleared. Write copy for web tags and underwriter credits. Create format sheets. Process tape deliverables and maintain IL tape library: Properly label tapes Make necessary screening dubs for all depts. and IL use Monitor tape traffic during each IL season Coordinate with post houses and promo producers for the return of IL tapes and element reels Mail back producer masters and element reels at the end of each season Process tapes for vaulting at the end of each season Coordinate vault requests Coordinate, process and deliver all tape orders for IL, communications and filmmakers (press masters, outreach tapes, preview feeds, closed captioned copies, promo tapes and DVD dubs). Coordinate preview feeds with station relations staff Coordinate pre tech eval of all producer master tapes and work with filmmakers and post houses on tech fixes to bring program to PBS broadcast specs. Create and send out all press master and packaging orders to assigned post houses. Maintain IL Handbook in hardcopy and online. Maintain post-production and delivery calendar, and other schedules to ITVS, PBS and post production facilities. Ensure packaged shows are closed-captioned, tech evaled, and delivered to PBS on schedule. Process IL invoices and mail payments to filmmakers. Provide services (answers questions, offer feedback, provide info about producing for PBS/PTV/ITVS, music and footage rights, etc.) to filmmakers, distributors, and others as needed. Liaison with PBS regarding content issues, credit and funding questions, Orion and tape delivery. Implement streamlined delivery and production processes for IL and the organization. Minimum qualifications: * Production and post production knowledge related to television * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Excellent organizational, administrative and communicative skills * Ability to work independently and in small groups * Ability to maintain confidentiality * Ability to multitask in a changing environment * Strong attention to details while adhering to deadlines * Mac and PC proficient: Filemaker, Word, Excel and Outlook/Entourage * Knowledge of PBS and PTV system a plus * Photoshop and knowledge of digital technologies a plus * Knowledge of music and footage rights/ copyright laws a plus * Knowledge of independent film community a plus Email, Mail or Fax resume and cover letter to: Bonnie Aguirre Independent Television Service 651 Brannan Street, Suite 410 San Francisco, CA 94107 Fax: 415-356-8391 itvs@itvs.org Posted November 30, 2007

Contact: Bonnie Aguirre; Independent Television Service
Address: 651 Brannan Street, Suite 410 San Francisco, CA 94107
Tel.: No phone calls pleas
Fax: 415-356-8391
Email: itvs@itvs.org
Web: http://www.itvs.org

ITVS COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT (FULL TIME)
TITLE: COMMUNICATIONS ASSISTANT (Full Time position) REPORTS TO: Vice President of Broadcast and Communications BENEFITS: Excellent (health, dental, life, 403(b), vacation, holidays) ABOUT ITVS: Unique in American broadcasting, ITVS brings independently-produced programs to public television. ITVS is committed to programming which addresses the needs of underserved communities. ITVS is an equal opportunity employer. (www.itvs.org) JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for administrative and clerical support for the Vice President of Broadcast and Communications and general office support in a fast paced department of twelve. Duties include maintaining select reporting and planning for the VP and department, coordinating department travel requests and timelines, organizing mailings, creating and maintaining select project files; maintaining select VP and departmental databases, institutional archives, and public files. JOB FUNCTIONS: Provides general office and clerical support including organizing dept. meetings and retreats, ordering supplies, maintaining the department calendar and travel planning Maintains and organizes select FileMakerPro databases and media libraries Maintains departmental metrics and reporting with support from Communications Coordinator Maintains overall organizational mailbase system with support from departmental administrative team Supports bulk mailings with other departmental teams Assists department and VP with administrative and organizational duties including coding invoices and other budgetary items Assumes other duties and responsibilities as needed and assigned by the Vice President of Broadcast and Communications REQUIREMENTS: BA or equivalent experience. Organized self starter able to function as member of a fast-paced team Good interpersonal, verbal, written & telephone communication skills Attention to detail, in particular proof-reading and editing documents The physical ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds Macintosh literate, skilled on FilemakerPro, MS Word, MSExcel and Powerpoint Experience in administrative assistance Excellent sense of humor Apply by October 15: Send cover letter, resume, and three references by October 15, 2007 to itvs@itvs.org with “Communications Assistant” in the subject line. No phone calls, please.

Address: 651 Brannan Street, Suite 410 San Francisco, CA 94107
Email: itvs@itvs.org
Web: www.itvs.org

DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL INITIATIVES
INDEPENDENT TELEVISION SERVICE, INC. (ITVS), SAN FRANCISCO ITVS seeks qualified candidates for the newly created position of Director of Digital Initiatives. This person will provide leadership and expertise in the development, maintenance and distribution of digital assets. This person must have experience and understanding of online video content and facilitating work in emerging platforms. The candidate must be interested in how digital media can serve public interests—specifically independent producers and public broadcasting, playing a key role in representing ITVS to partners leveraging support for the organization and its constituencies’ transition to the new media environment. Follow the link for more information.

Web: http://www.itvs.org/jobs.html

Marketing Position: BLINDSIGHT
Position available end of August to coordinate the grassroots marketing campaign for the March 2008 theatrical release of the award winning documentary BLINDSIGHT. The position requires experience in marketing, promotions, corporate liaising. Support staff also needed. Considering both freelancers and companies. Responsibilities would include coordinating corporate sponsors, fundraising premieres, blind organizations, mountain climbing groups, Tibetan organizations, etc.

Email: tonia@robsonentertainment.com
Web: www.blindsightthemovie.com

EDITORS, ASSISTANT EDITORS, AND PROTOOLS MIXERS AT AD / PROD. COMPANY
Johnson and Murphy Advertising & Productions is an award-winning, full-service agency specializing in entertainment marketing and production. Our on-air division creates fully-integrated consumer and trade campaigns from start to finish. We do web-based and television advertising, affiliate sales kits, sales presentations, custom shoots, DVD packaging for industry events and awards and all collateral necessary for sweepstakes and cross-promotions. We are looking for true professionals who can work autonomously and cooperatively. We have immediate openings in these areas: ** Editors--creative, experienced in Final Cut Pro, with a strong background in promos, trailers, and DVD Content. Ability to write scripts or concepts is a plus. ** Assistant Editors--Ability to multi-task, who can do everything from logging, screening and digitizing to building a DVD with menus for client review. ** Mixers--ProTools experience, who can elevate a great spot or presentation with sound design. A good sense of humor is a must (a good sense of irony will also prove useful). To submit: e-mail a résumé and a link to your portfolio or examples of your work, as well as what position you are applying to in the subject line, to jobs@jmadv.com. No phone calls. please.

Email: jobs@jmadv.com

Internship at Eyes of the World Productions
Eyes of the World Productions specializes in socially conscious media, using the power of media to address pressing social issues. Our goal is to create television shows, films, and educational videos that are entertaining AND enlightening. We are an enthusiastic team of people who believe media is a powerful way to make a difference. We are looking for interns to assist with production, do research, run errands, and provide administrative support. It's a high priority for us to assign you projects that match with your interests. So here's your opportunity to get some valuable experience, earn a good recommendation, school credit (if you're a University student), AND make the world a better place! We're looking for creative, smart, and organized interns with a passion for socially conscious media. You must commit at LEAST 16 hours/week for a minimum of 12 weeks. We are flexible about scheduling and working from home. Also, we always invite our interns to our creative meetings and to accompany us to film events and screenings around town. Our office is located in Culver City, CA. Hope to hear from you! Please email resumes to: Melissa@eyesoftheworldproductions.com

Email: Melissa@eyesoftheworldproductions.com
Web: www.eyesoftheworldproductions.com

Internship at Meaningful Media
Meaningful Media is a non-profit network providing resources to inspire and empower those committed to improving the world through media. We are an enthusiastic team of people who believe media is a powerful way to make a difference. We are looking for interns to help manage our databases, plan events, do research, and provide administrative support. It's a high priority for us to assign you projects that match with your interests. So here's your opportunity to get some valuable experience, earn a good recommendation, school credit (if you're a University student), AND make the world a better place! We're looking for creative, smart, and organized interns with a passion for meaningful media. You must commit at LEAST 16 hours/week for a minimum of 12 weeks. We are flexible about scheduling and working from home. Also, we always invite our interns to our creative meetings and to accompany us to film events and screenings around town. Our office is located in Culver City, CA. Hope to hear from you! Please email resumes to: melissa@meaningfulmedia.org

Email: melissa@meaningfulmedia.org
Web: www.meaningfulmedia.org

DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (NYC)
In The Life Media is seeking an energetic development officer with a passion for fundraising and LGBT television to join our three-person Development team. The DO is responsible for activities to secure funding from foundations, corporations and major donors in support of ITL’s annual fund. The officer reports to the director of development. Required Skills: two to three years experience in foundation funding, grant writing or comparable background; excellent written and verbal communication skills; flexible, creative and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment; highly organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks; working knowledge of Microsoft Office; experience in using a fundraising database; experience in using Mac-based software a plus Qualified parties should e-mail their résumé, cover letter and two-to-three writing samples to Christian John Lillis, Director of Development, at clillis@inthelifetv.org or by fax: 212.255.6097. No phone calls, please.

Contact: Christian John Lillis, Director of Development
Tel.: 212.255.6097
Email: clillis@inthelifetv.org

Boston Jewish Film Festival Position
The Boston Jewish Film Festival is seeking a highly motivated and dependable person with a passion for the arts, a commitment to the nonprofit sector, and exceptional organizational and project management skills to oversee operations, including festival and special event production, publications, financial administration and personnel administration. Position reports to the executive director, works closely with the artistic director and board of directors, and supervises one full-time and several part-time and seasonal staff members. Provides an opportunity to develop contacts and build strong relationships in Boston's film and arts communities. For the complete position description and how to apply visit www.bjff.org

Web: www.bjff.org

THE 2007 PURPOSE PRIZE
THE 2007 PURPOSE PRIZE is gearing up for documentary production of short profiles of the 15 winners. Needed are several multi-talented, one-person crews to handle DV production involving the winners from mid-May through June in anywhere in the USA. You will be required to perform as both a field producer and a DV shooter and must be able to clearly demonstrate your competency in these departments with previous work samples. You must be able to comfortably interact with seniors in a very warm and clear manner, and direct them in their environment so as to deliver the kind of footage necessary to create a rich and dynamic profile. Your personality is as important as your ability to select, frame and focus a shot. The four elements to each segment are: 1) scenic time-lapse 2) scenic b-roll 3) vérité footage of winner at work 4) sit-down interview Required gear is a 3ccd camcorder that shoots either SD or HDV in native 16:9; a two-channel wireless mic package for a clip lav on the subject; and an on-cam shotgun mic for ambient audio. Also, a decent tripod with fluid head. If you shoot digital still photos with your own camera, that will help. All travel expenses (flight, hotel, meals) are covered if necessary, and you will also receive a mid-range documentary day rate. The 2006 Purpose Prize was featured on this year's Academy Awards show, as Sherry Lansing received a Humanitarian Oscar, in part for her work with the Purpose Prize. More information is available at the Prize website, www.purposeprize.org, including videos of the profiles you'll be asked to shoot. Contact: Nathan Friedkin Tel.: 510.848.2087 (office); 510.384.5395 (cell) e-mail: purposeprize@yahoo.com Web: http://www.fdigital.net;Videos: http://fdigital.blip.tv Stills: http://snipurl.com/wsua

Contact: Nathan Friedkin
Tel.: 510.848.2087
Email: purposeprize@yahoo.com
Web: www.purposeprize.org

FILM DIRECTOR NEEDED FOR DANCE FILM PROJECT
Low-budget production to be filmed in San Francisco, Paris, and Budapest. Send sample reels, résumé and references to: Dance Film Project, Teresa Wimmer, c/o ABCT, 305 Seventh Avenue, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10001 by March 2, 2007. e-mail: harpdance@hotmail.com Deadline: March 2, 2007

Email: harpdance@hotmail.com

HIRING SERIES PRESENTER IN SAN FRANCISCO
Link TV, a national, non-commercial, public interest satellite channel based in San Francisco California, is seeking a Series Presenter forLatin Pulse (Pulso Latino), a new, weekly international news digest and analysis show on Latin America. Presenter should have television production and post-production experience as well as extensive linguistic, cultural and news-monitoring experience from Latin America. Candidates should also have experience with news reporting and analysis of regional news stories and news program in English and Spanish, using news material from national broadcasters throughout Latin America. Send résumé to: David Michaelis Director of Current Affairs Link TV 901 Battery St. #308 San Francisco, CA 94111

Contact: David Michaelis, Director of Current Affairs
Address: Link TV 901 Battery St. #308 San Francisco, CA 94111
Email: dmichaelis@linktv.org

WEB DESIGNER WITH STRONG GRAPHIC BACKGROUND
A new, self-financed indie film company is searching for an experienced website designer with a strong graphic background. The site will support trailers, clips, epks, etc. Please send your résumé (pdf only) with links to view your work. e-mail: faith249@aol.com or justice7ca@aol.com

Web: faith249@aol.com

SAN DIEGO LATINO FILM FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
March 2007 San Diego, CA Stop in and we will find you something to help us out with, including telephone work, Internet research, event planning, marketing design work, flyer distribution, preparing packets for mailing and other pre-festival work! Don't be shy... just stop by.

Address: 921 25th Street San Diego, CA Cross Street - Broadway
Tel.: 619.230.1938
Web: www.sdlatinofilm.com

Executive Director
911 MEDIA ARTS CENTER is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting independent digital media artists in the creation and exhibition of their work. Executive Director Search: The Board of Directors is searching for a leader with a strong background in fundraising and arts management and someone who is a team builder among staff, board, membership and supporters. Link to complete job description:

Web: www.911media.org/edjobdesc.html

HIRING FINAL CUT PRO EDITORS IMMEDIATELY
We are currently looking for experienced freelance FCP editors to work on various projects. Having your own FCP set-up a definite plus but not mandatory. Pay varies depending on project and you must have a demo reel. To submit: Please e-mail your résumé and a LINK to your reel, if available (please, no actual reels via e-mail) to: craig@classclownproduction.com. OR, you may send your reel to: Class Clown Productions 8424 Santa Monica Blvd #722 West Hollywood, CA 90069

Email: craig@classclownproduction.com