Michigan Production Jobs

We are looking for a strong production assistant to join our team May 6th - 10th on season 3 of a true crime docu-series for Oxygen. You will be traveling with the team and need to be fully available during that time frame.

We need someone easy-going, fun, has a great work ethic, and has a positive attitude!

Requirements:
-Has a valid driver's license
-Will SAFELY drive a crew minivan
-Can keep track of our credit card and receipts
-Familiar with obtaining appearance releases
-Attention to detail
-Takes direction well

We are filming in Battle Creek, MI.

Rate: $225/12
Dates: May 6th - 10th
You will be well-fed and caffeinated!

If you are interested, available, and meet all the requirements above, please send me your resume!

We will be needing some extra hands at a live event in Novi May 18-19, 2024

Assistant will be doing various jobs around the event floor, all of which you'll receive training on prior to the event opening. We work in a high volume environment and you must be comfortable standing for long periods of time on concrete floors and conversing with people.

We are looking for a solid Sound Mixer to join our team May 7th - 9th for season 3 of a true crime series for Oxygen.

Filming will consist of sit-down interviews. Audio files will be uploaded immediately after the interview wraps for transcription, as well as offloaded to the physical drive. We will be shooting on two Sony FS7s or comparable Sony cameras - Exact cameras TBC. A Post Bible will be provided upon hire.

When applying, let us know if you can provide audio equipment.

Rate: $600/12 + $300 kit rental
Date: May 7th - 9th
Location: Battle Creek, MI

If you are interested and available, please send me your resume!

Looking for experienced local PA to work within the Art Dept for hit renovation reality TV show. Position includes but not limited to helping with furniture assembly, minor paint tasks, and doing runs for Production Designer. Looking for someone with great work ethic, hardworking but easy to be around personality and positive attitude.

Work Dates:
May 1-3 (Inkster Area)
May 8-10 (Goodells Area)
May 15-17 (Holly Area)
May 22-24 (Chesterfield Area)
May 29-31(Toledo, OH)

Further information provided upon application.

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Temporary

EVENT DATE: Thursday June 6, 2024

DAY RATE: $150.00 (pay details disclosed during interview)


WHO WE ARE:
We specialize in connecting fans to nationwide live events in the entertainment world; including popular TV shows, exclusive red carpet events, award shows, sporting events, music festivals and more.

POSITION:
A Fan Coordinator role requires very strong collaboration and communication skills, including exemplary guest relation skills. Knowledge of popular entertainment culture and experience on event grounds is a plus.

We are actively seeking Fan Coordinators based in Detroit, MI to join our Events team for an upcoming event.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Passion and enthusiasm for live entertainment and creating memorable experiences for others
- Adaptability to changes in task/direction, while maintaining poise and professionalism
- Team player with strong problem solving skills, including use of good judgment to redirect matters to management as needed
- Experience working in live events or sporting events is preferred

RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage Fans and assist with on-the-ground operations; inclusive of check-in, event load in and out, seating, crowd control/line management, and guest relations
- Comply to safety protocols and company policies
- Deliver the ultimate guest experience and maximize audience engagement
- Have fun!

When you apply, let us know if you are familiar with 1iota Productions!

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We are looking for a wardrobe stylist for a documentary style shoot telling a success story for a university. This would be a 1 day shoot with one on camera talent. Please send your bio and at least 3 work examples.

Looking for an experienced Editor/DP to shoot & edit on Wednesday, May 22nd, and Thursday, May 23rd in Detroit, MI, for a live TV broadcast combat sports production.

Must be able to both shoot and edit in a fast-paced environment. Must be comfortable with a fluid schedule.

Please send a description of your experience, gear, and your rate. Must be able to work as a local to Detroit, MI.

Looking for an experienced DP/Editor to shoot & edit on Wednesday, May 22nd, and Thursday, May 23rd in Detroit, MI, for a live TV broadcast combat sports production.

Must be able to both shoot and edit in a fast-paced environment. Must be comfortable with a fluid schedule.

Please send a description of your experience, gear, and your rate. Must be able to work as a local to Detroit, MI.

Hi we are looking for to crew a Production Designer, who can also do Wardrobe. Or a team of two.

It's a for a corporate style interview, we'll need one day of prep and one day of wrap for the Wardrobe Stylist and the Production designer.

Feel free to apply as an individual per each role needed or apply as full team, though if you do pitch the whole team please include each artist in your team.


Date is TBD but possibly late May.

**MUST BE LOCAL TO THE DETROIT, MI AREA**
Tentative Dates: 5/8 - 5/12


We are small crew looking for a Production Assistant local to the Clearwater area. Previous
set experience is preferred.

This position will require driving of company minivans and cargo
vans, along with crew and gear. Eligibility will be based on a driving/background check.

Should be knowledgeable about the area and freeways. Must be comfortable going on
runs and assisting with crew meal. As well as assisting with different departments on an as needed basis. Strong communication skills and a "can do" attitude" are a plus.

Must provide a valid drivers license & reliable transportation.

Currently seeking local production crew in Grand Rapids or Detroit areas in Michigan.

Looking to hire freelance Director of Photography for feature length documentary film shooting from June – November 2024, with continued filming into Summer 2025. Previous experience required.

Paid position plus meals and lodging included.

We are looking for an organised individual required who works well in small teams. You will be working closely with an LP on location. There could be some shift work involving nights.

You will need experience of collating releases and permissions for people and locations and happy to pitch in where needed.

You will need to be able to book accommodation, hire cars and assist teams on location. You must have full driving license. Experience of working on blue light programmes would be preferred, but not essential, as would experience working on observational documentaries.

We are looking for organised individuals required with strong technical knowledge and works well independently in small teams. Self shoot skills is advantageous. You will be working on an observational doc series with self shooting PD teams. There may be shift work involving nights.

You will need to be highly organised to log clearly and highlight missing footage and assist with collating footage related to different stories shot. Knowledge of labelling archive footage useful. Experience working on blue light programmes would be preferred, but not essential, as would previous experience working on observational documentaries or follow docs. You must have a full drivers license.

Must have experience of sound and handheld/rigged cameras. Be able to rig and stand in as sound recordist if we have sit down interviews etc. Oversee care of cameras, (across kit inventory making sure nothing is lost and contacting camera house if there are issues or if something is broken). You need to prepare all the workflows with the posthouse and ensure they are adhered to.

We are looking for organised individuals required with technical knowledge and works well in small teams. You will be working on an observational doc series with self shooting PD teams. There may be shifts with night work. You must be capable of DIT work to back up footage on location and organising paperwork and logging. Experience working on blue light programmes would be preferred, but not essential, as would previous experience working on obs docs. There will be ad hoc duties/responsibilities like reconciling expenses, help prepping callsheets, hire cars, flights and accommodation as well as organise food orders etc. Full drivers license is required.

Interlochen Center for the Arts seeks a dynamic film editor for the Film and New Media division who is eager to contribute to a vibrant program dedicated to the overall development of young visual storytellers as editor and educator. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive knowledge of visual storytelling and its diverse history, drawn from professional experience as an editor/filmmaker and the pursuit of higher education and professional experience. The Film and New Media Division at Interlochen Center for the Arts consists of two tracks - Live Action Film, and Animation. This position will work primarily with the Live Action Film track, with some courses for film majors, and available to animators and non-majors as electives.This is a one (calendar) year, full time appointment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Serve as an/instructor and editor of a feature documentary project (in coordination with Interlochen Center for the Arts and the Greenacres Foundation) to create a documentary that will show how the results of scientific research and close observations of nature make new efforts in sustainability, regenerative agriculture and preservation, a clear and emotionally accessible story.

Oversee the post-production details of the documentary, and coordinate necessary organizational aspects of planning the workflow of assets and the timely completion of cuts.

Review and organize raw footage, implementing creative and narrative-driven editing techniques and integrating audio elements to enhance the story telling.

Gather regular feedback to ensure all stages/deadlines of post-production are met.

Teach a Post-Production/Editing course developed in conjunction with the Director of Film and New Media.

Participate in 1:1 advisorship meetings with film students.

Teach additional courses related to film/visual storytelling, film editing, post-production workflow, directing actors, critical studies & script analysis

Participate as one of the faculty members of the Production Workshop, a class in which the entire community of film students enroll, in all stages of development of screenplays/productions/thesis/portfolio.

Teach key aspects of editing technology from asset import to exports of final projects

Provide group and individualized feedback for students

Attend departmental meetings

Attend weekly Community meetings as available

Create appropriate curriculum

Collaborate and innovate with other divisions at Academy

Participate in other faculty requirements (e.g. advisory, committee work as appropriate, recruitment, screenings/guest series, film festival, Cinema Collective etc)

Responsible for organizing day-to-day interactions with their respective students in the Film and New Media division, advising post-production.

Help students become independent and capable community minded problem solvers within complex circumstances of filmmaking from script to screen.

Requirements:

BA or BFA required, MA or MFA preferred

Expertise in film editing with professional experience in a comprehensive variety of the following aspects of filmmaking: all stages of post, editing feature film, and non-fiction storytelling; communicating and collaborating with directors and key members of production; choosing selects meeting deadlines

Experience and expertise with editing software, computer and storage technology, professional video formats (RED, Blackmagic, ARRI etc) and their interface with edit systems and their migration between field technology and edit suite

Experience with sound mixers and mixing software, experience in motion graphics and color grading a plus

Postproduction software certifications or professional experience equivalents; creative team scheduling and team management software

Application Materials Required:

Resume
Cover Letter
Portfolio or Reels

Job Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Vacation, Sick, Holiday and generous winter holiday time off
Life insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Short and long-term disability
Employee development & tuition reimbursement programs
Free or discounted employee tickets to Interlochen performances and events *some exceptions apply
Early event ticket purchase before general public sales begin
Free Stone Cafeteria meal on shift
Dennison Recreation Center accessibility (includes spouses)
Priority access to Interlochen employees at Pitter Patter Day Care Center (less than one mile from campus)
Employee Referral Program (cash payments)
Tuition discounts for employee’s children at Academy, Camp and Interlochen Online