Award winning production company, Fleanation Productions Ltd. is currently seeking enthusiastic, industrious, professional individuals to work on a feature length musical shot in High Definition.
Project Background:
A musical sci-fi adventure set in 1957, the story is an exciting tale of the combined effects of rock and roll, communism, and the space race on teen culture in the US. Filming will take place over a three week schedule starting at the end of May when most colleges let out. This project is an excellent opportunity for film and media students to get their first real job, working on a groundbreaking film utilizing the latest production techniques and working with skilled professionals.
Compensation:
All payment on the film is on a deferred basis, but will be based on industry standards.
Audio Department info:
We are currently seeking a Head of Department (Mixer) as well as 2 Boom Operators. Must be familiar with Cakewalk, Logic Pro, lav and shotgun mics, and dealing with live playback of music during musical numbers.
Camera Department Info:
At present we are seeking 2 camera operators to work with the new Panasonic HVX-200 High Definition camera system. We will be shooting this feature using 720p HD techniques, recording a tapeless workflow straight to P2 cards. Some familiarity with crane and dolly systems preferred.
We are also seeking an HD loader to manage the High Def workflow on set. Responsibilities will include on set data transfer, and managing footage on set to prepare it for the editors. This position will also offer the opportunity to work with the camera more in a second unit capacity.
Lighting Department Info:
We are currently seeking 3 individuals to work in the lighting department. The Gaffer will be the head of department, working directly with our cinematographer to create the lighting design for the film. Must be especially sensitive to the needs of HD.
Also we are in need of a Best Boy and Electrician to be a part of the lighting team, working directly with the gaffer to ensure the lighting set ups are properly handled.
Art Department Info:
For the art department, we are seeking an Art Director (head of department) and two assistants to the Art Director. The job of this team will be to work on the overall production design of the film, from storyboarding during the preproduction phase, to onset decorating and prop work, as well as working directly with the wardrobe department on the look of the costumes.
We are also seeking a set designer whom will work directly with the art department in the design of and construction of sets for the film, as well as modifying any locations as needed to accommodate for the script.
As this is a period piece, it's very important that the art department have a knowledge of and love for the design work of the 1950's, and be prepared to do as much research as necessary in order to give the film a realistic look.
Wardrobe Department Info:
We are seeking a costume designer, as well as two wardrobe assistants for this department. Duties will include acquiring existing clothing to be used for costumes for the film, as well as designing and fabricating new pieces to fit into the period the film takes place in. Will need to supply wardrobe for a main cast of 8, a secondary cast of 20, and up to 100 extras for certain scenes.
As this is a period piece, it's very important that the wardrobe department have a knowledge of and love for the design work of the 1950's, and be prepared to do as much research as necessary in order to give the film a realistic look.
Makeup Department Info:
We are seeking a makeup designer, as well as 2 assistants to prepare the makeup design on set before shoots each day, as well as perform touchups throughout the day as needed.
Other duties will include working with the special effects team on any special effects makeup that is needed.
Choreography Department Info:
We are seeking a talented choreographer as well as an assistant choreographer to work on the dance numbers for the film. Responsibilities will include designing musical numbers with the director, rehearsing them with the cast, and also preparing some of the cast without prior dance training to prepare them for the demands of the shoot.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to work directly with an excited and talented cast to create exciting dance routines that will truly enhance the film.
Applying:
Please send your resume, as well as any other pertinent information (reels/demos) to crew@fleanation.com
We can also accept hard copies at our mailing address:
Fleanation Productions Ltd.
342 Jericho Tnpk.
Floral Park, NY 11001
Any further questions feel free to contact Steve Dispensa at Steve@fleanation.com.
Project Background:
A musical sci-fi adventure set in 1957, the story is an exciting tale of the combined effects of rock and roll, communism, and the space race on teen culture in the US. Filming will take place over a three week schedule starting at the end of May when most colleges let out. This project is an excellent opportunity for film and media students to get their first real job, working on a groundbreaking film utilizing the latest production techniques and working with skilled professionals.
Compensation:
All payment on the film is on a deferred basis, but will be based on industry standards.
Audio Department info:
We are currently seeking a Head of Department (Mixer) as well as 2 Boom Operators. Must be familiar with Cakewalk, Logic Pro, lav and shotgun mics, and dealing with live playback of music during musical numbers.
Camera Department Info:
At present we are seeking 2 camera operators to work with the new Panasonic HVX-200 High Definition camera system. We will be shooting this feature using 720p HD techniques, recording a tapeless workflow straight to P2 cards. Some familiarity with crane and dolly systems preferred.
We are also seeking an HD loader to manage the High Def workflow on set. Responsibilities will include on set data transfer, and managing footage on set to prepare it for the editors. This position will also offer the opportunity to work with the camera more in a second unit capacity.
Lighting Department Info:
We are currently seeking 3 individuals to work in the lighting department. The Gaffer will be the head of department, working directly with our cinematographer to create the lighting design for the film. Must be especially sensitive to the needs of HD.
Also we are in need of a Best Boy and Electrician to be a part of the lighting team, working directly with the gaffer to ensure the lighting set ups are properly handled.
Art Department Info:
For the art department, we are seeking an Art Director (head of department) and two assistants to the Art Director. The job of this team will be to work on the overall production design of the film, from storyboarding during the preproduction phase, to onset decorating and prop work, as well as working directly with the wardrobe department on the look of the costumes.
We are also seeking a set designer whom will work directly with the art department in the design of and construction of sets for the film, as well as modifying any locations as needed to accommodate for the script.
As this is a period piece, it's very important that the art department have a knowledge of and love for the design work of the 1950's, and be prepared to do as much research as necessary in order to give the film a realistic look.
Wardrobe Department Info:
We are seeking a costume designer, as well as two wardrobe assistants for this department. Duties will include acquiring existing clothing to be used for costumes for the film, as well as designing and fabricating new pieces to fit into the period the film takes place in. Will need to supply wardrobe for a main cast of 8, a secondary cast of 20, and up to 100 extras for certain scenes.
As this is a period piece, it's very important that the wardrobe department have a knowledge of and love for the design work of the 1950's, and be prepared to do as much research as necessary in order to give the film a realistic look.
Makeup Department Info:
We are seeking a makeup designer, as well as 2 assistants to prepare the makeup design on set before shoots each day, as well as perform touchups throughout the day as needed.
Other duties will include working with the special effects team on any special effects makeup that is needed.
Choreography Department Info:
We are seeking a talented choreographer as well as an assistant choreographer to work on the dance numbers for the film. Responsibilities will include designing musical numbers with the director, rehearsing them with the cast, and also preparing some of the cast without prior dance training to prepare them for the demands of the shoot.
This will be a wonderful opportunity to work directly with an excited and talented cast to create exciting dance routines that will truly enhance the film.
Applying:
Please send your resume, as well as any other pertinent information (reels/demos) to crew@fleanation.com
We can also accept hard copies at our mailing address:
Fleanation Productions Ltd.
342 Jericho Tnpk.
Floral Park, NY 11001
Any further questions feel free to contact Steve Dispensa at Steve@fleanation.com.