Ohio Production Jobs

Looking for a Mansfield local or someone who is willing to work locally for the day. We need someone to go to the courthouse some time next week and make copies of court documents for a true crime docuseries. Please only apply if you are willing to work as a local.

Looking for a LOCAL experienced Production Assistant in Cleveland, OH. Will be working with a small crew and must work well with others and ideally know the surrounding area. Crew comes into town this day, so will need assistance with crew pickup from the airport, gear pickups, etc.

Rate: $236/12 hour day.

Tentative Schedule:
5/26 - Crew travels in
5/27 & 5/28 - WORK
5/29 - DARK (possibly)
5/30 & 5/31 - WORK
6/1 - DARK
6/2 - Crew travels out

Thanks!

Looking for a LOCAL experienced audio mixer in Cleveland, OH. Must work well with our small crew and with others.

$550/12 hour day.

Tentative Schedule:
5/27
5/28
5/29 (possibly)
5/30
5/31

Thanks!

Position Overview:
America's Best Restaurants/Driven Media Solutions is growing again! We’re seeking an energetic, One-Person-Band Videographer to join our production team for the online series "The ABR Roadshow". As the Videographer you’ll play a crucial role in capturing compelling footage and visuals that will contribute to the overall success and quality of the show. "ABR Roadshow" is an online series that premieres on social media platforms and follows a host as they interview restaurateurs and taste great dishes from coast to coast. This position is tailor-made for driven videographers that are eager to hone their skill sets while traveling the country. Tentative start date of 6/3/24.

After roughly 2 weeks of on-set observation/training, you’ll be paired with one of our experienced hosts to embark on a travel-heavy journey, putting restaurants in the spotlight so that consumers will KNOW where to eat. Although the show is travel heavy, you’ll receive one paid week off per month as well as an additional 2 paid weeks off when the company is closed for holidays. All travel expenses are covered by the company, and we’re open to locals in the Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati areas as well as talented individuals from around the country.

Responsibilities:
- Camera Operation: Operate cameras and minimalist lighting equipment to capture quality footage that meets the creative and technical requirements of the show. We shoot on Canon Eos R6 Mark ii and all gear is provided by the company.
- Capture B-roll, host-led interviews with restaurateurs and chefs, customer testimonials and basic still photography of restaurant/kitchen operations and featured dishes.
- Recording sound to camera utilizing a Pico Mic 2 Pro & Receiver Kit.
- Collaboration Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with production, hosts and restaurateurs.
- Data Wrangling: Data transfers from SD cards to SSDs. Shipping hard drives to the home office. All equipment provided.
- Travel: Extensive travel via production van. Typically on the road for 1-2 weeks at a time with a paid week/break afterward.

Compensation/Employment Type:
- This is a full time, W2 salaried position with one paid week off per month, and health, dental, vision and 401k benefits.
- Range of $55k-$65k/year, paid weekly.
- Travel covered by the company.
- Daily meal per diem while on the road.

Qualifications:
- Experience working as a videographer in television production or a related field, with a portfolio/reel showcasing your videography skills and creative vision.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficient in operating prosumer-grade camera equipment. Familiarity with various lenses, basic lighting setups, sound recording to camera, and camera operation is essential.
- Adaptability: Comfortable working in fast-paced and unpredictable environments, including outdoor and indoor locations, and the ability to quickly adjust to changing circumstances while maintaining high-quality footage.
- Driving: A clean driving record as you’ll be operating one of our new fleet of Mercedes Sprinter production vans, splitting mileage with the host.
- Collaboration Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with production, hosts and restaurateurs.

Looking for a camera operator with verite documentary experience as well as experience filming live sporting events. We are shooting on FX6’s.

If you could please send over reels with documentary and/or verite filming.

We are in search of a BTS Still Photographer / Videographer to join us for (2) days of production. We'll be producing a portion of a feature documentary in Cincinnati, Ohio, and are in search of someone local.

Photos will be a mixture of portrait and BTS docu-style stills. Videography needs will be general footage of production, setup, and talent.

Due to the sensitive nature of this documentary, all crew will be undergoing a round of interviews with our production team.

Production assistant works closely with the lead producer of the event, bringing a professional attitude to a variety of production-related tasks including but not limited to assisting with set-up and wrap, running and taping cables, general computer work, and going on runs. Experience in live events/reality TV/documentary preferred. General knowledge of sports and production also preferred. Must be able to help with lifting and carrying heavy gear. Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and good driving record are required.

The Production Assistant (PA) assists the Lead Producer of the event with a variety of tasks.

Production Assistant (PA) responsibilities include:
With a professional attitude, handles a variety of tasks including but not limited to: lead producer requests, production set up and strike, running and taping cables, generalized computer work, and runs to assist the production.
Experience working live sports events, reality TV, or documentaries preferred
General knowledge of sports preferred
A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and good driving record required

We are in search of a 2nd Assistant Camera to join our camera team on a feature length documentary for (4) shoot days. Duties will include changing lenses, assisting with load in, monitor setup, and DIT (we will provide a laptop with the proper software.)

Due to the sensitive subject matter of this documentary, we will be interviewing for this position.

Please highlight relevant work examples.

Must be local to Cincinnati, OH or willing to work as a local.

General Summary: This position will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day needs of the production.

Essential Functions:
• Operates a company vehicle to transport crew and production equipment to various destinations.
• Assists crew members with loading and unloading of production gear from company vehicles.
• Completes tasks and errands for the production set, as necessary.
• Provides craft services to cast and crew on the production set.
• Collaborates in the collection of expense receipts, releases, and production gear.

Other Duties & Responsibilities:
• Comfortable working independently and in a team environment.
• Must be meticulous with exceptional organization skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.

Qualifications:
• Local hires (within 30 mile radius of listed location) preferred.
• Required to be on set location.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be capable of driving and parking a small van (up to fifteen passenger capacity).
• Competent in reading maps to prioritize daily travel routes.
• Practices good judgment and discretion.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced production environment, while maintaining professionalism and composure.
• Must be willing to work overtime when necessary, including mornings, nights, and weekends.
• Punctual with reliable transportation.

Physical Demands:
• This position requires the candidate to be able to sit or stand for the duration of their shift.
• This position requires moderate lifting of up to 45 lbs.
• This position works in a demanding environment, and the candidate should be able to manage changes and stress appropriately.

Work Environment:
• This position requires the candidate to be on a production set location.
• This position operates in a fast-paced environment with demanding hours.
• This position may require travel depending on the needs of the production.
• This position works both in an office and in the field; field work may require exposure to various climate and weather conditions.

Classification: Non-exempt

$236.60/12 Hours, OT after 12.
($16.9000)/hr

We are in search of a Production Designer or Art Director to assist with the design and styling of a rented home location. We will be filming an interview in a space that is meant to mimic our talent's home and personal style, so some understanding of props/decor purchasing will be required.

Due to the sensitive subject matter of this documentary, we will be interviewing for this position.

Please highlight relevant work examples.

Rate does not include any props or decor purchases.

The shoot date will be 5/5, and we can accommodate (1) day of prep/shop and (1) day of returns, for (3) days total.

Discovery Channel show shooting in the area from 3/24-4/6 is looking for production assistants.

We are a remodeling/construction show looking for help managing day-to-day production needs.

-Must be able to drive a cargo van/SUV (will need to do a DMV check)
-Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
-Must be willing to work as a local and have transportation (we will meet at our hotel in Columbus each morning and drive to location)

Please reach out if you are interested!

Hello Cincy film community!

We are looking for a Production Assistant to help with our US Veteran Interviews. Duties will include runs, moving gear, generally make set run smoothly.

Transportation required, will pay all mileage between Call time and Wrap.

May 5 & 6

$275 / 12 hours labor

Send a resume, looking forward to hearing from you!

Hello Cincy HMU!

We are looking for a hair and makeup artist to prepare US Veterans for talking head interviews.
Very basic and naturalistic makeup, on various skin tones.

May 6.

$500 / 12 hours labor, and additional $50 / day kit fee.

I look forward to hearing from you!

Hello Cincy Sound folk!

We are looking for a sound mixer to record Veteran interviews in the Cincinnati area.
Standard talking-head interview setup, and potential short interviews on location.

May 6.

Having mixing setup required. Looking for at least 6 tracks, 2 LAVs, Boom. Additionally, speaker and ComTex kits preferred.

$750 / 12 hours labor, and $300 / day for kit fee.

Send over a resume, looking forward to hearing from you!

Hey Cincy GE!

We are interviewing US Veterans in the Cincinnati area, in simple, short-form documentaries.
Pre-light May 5, shoot May 6

Looking for a gaffer to help us light a basic interview setup.

Rate is $600 / 12 hours.

Send some info and we will chat!

Hey Cincy GE!

We are interviewing US Veterans in the Cincinnati area, in simple, short-form documentaries.
Pre-light May 5, shoot May 6

Looking for a key grip to help rig a basic interview setups, and provide an extra hand for cam team out on location.

Rate is $600 / 12 hours.
Having consistent transportation is preferred, as there will be a few locations. Will reimburse all milage between call and wrap

Send some info and we will chat!

In search of a Hair/Makeup combo, local to or willing to work as a local to Cincinnati, Ohio. This 1-day shoot will be an interview for a feature documentary.

Must have experience doing both hair and makeup for people of all skin and hair types. 1 Talent (Photos of talent will be provided in advance). The subject will not require full glam, but a clean and broadcast-ready look reflecting what makes them most comfortable.

Due to the sensitive subject matter of this documentary, we will be interviewing for this position.

Please highlight relevant work examples.

In search of a Sound Mixer with gear, local to or willing to work as a local to Cincinnati, Ohio. This 3-day shoot will be an interview and b-roll for a feature documentary.

Gear required: sound mixer, boom, slate, 2x wireless lavs, minimum 5x comteks, and be able to sync timecode to camera.

Due to the sensitive subject matter of this documentary, we will be interviewing for this position.

Please highlight relevant work examples.

/12 hours, plus $350 kit

In search of a Gaffer with a minimum 1-ton package, local to or willing to work as a local to Cincinnati, Ohio. This 2-3 day shoot will be for a feature documentary, including (1) interview day (which will require lighting units and grip gear). The interview day will have Grip support, but b-roll days may require our Gaffer to work solo as our footprint must remain light.

Due to the sensitive subject matter of this documentary, we will be interviewing for this position.

Please highlight relevant work examples.

/12 hours, plus a negotiable kit fee for gear

In search of (2) experienced Production Assistants, local to or willing to work as locals to Cincinnati, Ohio. This production is a feature documentary, including an interview and several days of b-roll filming. The dates are to be confirmed, but could also include (2) days of pickups and returns/errands.

Candidates must have their own vehicle and be a safe driver with a clean driving record. Mileage will be reimbursed for all production-related driving.

Due to the sensitive subject matter of this documentary, we will be interviewing for this position.

Looking for an assistant director for a 6 day shoot in Mt. Vernon, OH to help keep us on track and the wheels turning.

This is a low-budget feature documentary with a crew of fewer than 15 people with a goal of capturing all remaining inserts/cutaways/b-roll for the film's visual narrative.

Days are expected to be 10 hr.

Gas and meals also covered.

Job Posting: Camera Operator for Sports Matches

Position: Camera Operator (Will hire lead and assistant camera operator)

About the Tournament:
Inviting an experienced camera operator for live rugby matches. The role involves filming rugby action using a zoom lens on sticks, gimbal, or monopod, according to your expertise.

Matches are 14 minutes long, with 7-minute halves. Expect to film 3 matches per day for a total of 42 minutes of game time. The schedule is dynamic, with games spread throughout the day - typically one in the morning, early afternoon, and later afternoon.

About Us: Video production company who specializes in corporate video production and content creation for social media.

Job Description & Responsibilities:
As a camera operator, you will be responsible for capturing high-quality footage of rugby matches, ensuring dynamic and engaging content for our viewers. The role demands a keen eye for detail, the ability to follow fast-paced sports action, and a solid understanding of sports filming techniques.

The two types of acceptable styles that you can use on this project:
1. Lead Cam A Operator: Filming with a zoom lens on sticks, preferably up to 200 or 300mm to follow the player with the ball
2. Assistant Cam B Operator: Filming using a gimbal or monopod following as closely as possible to the action.

Responsibilities:
Operate camera equipment to capture high-quality footage of rugby matches.
Work closely with the producer and client to achieve desired visual outcomes.
Ensure all equipment is set up and tested before each game.
Be flexible and ready to move between different field locations as required.
Capture the energy and excitement of the game, focusing on key moments, plays, and player reactions.

Requirements:
Proven experience as a camera operator, preferably with sports events.
Strong understanding of sports filming techniques and ability to capture fast-moving action.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to move quickly and adapt to schedule changes.

Example of a highlight reel from a recent match is on my profile.

We are currently seeking a talented and versatile Hair and Makeup Artist to join our production team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating and applying hair and makeup designs for two main actors within our upcoming project. This role demands a creative individual who has a comprehensive understanding and skill set that accommodates the diversity of hair textures and skin tones, specifically including proficiency with both Black and White actors' hair and makeup requirements.

Only two actors, only three shots. Should be low maintenance

Key Responsibilities:

Design, plan, and apply hair and makeup looks in accordance with the characters' requirements and director's vision.
Maintain continuity of actors' appearances during shoots.
Adjust makeup and hair as necessary during filming.
Collaborate with the production team to understand the vision and requirements for each scene.
Provide skincare routines to ensure actors' skin health is maintained throughout the production.
Ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained at all times within the makeup department.
Manage makeup and hair supplies, ensuring all products and tools are available and in good condition.
Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Hair and Makeup Artist in film, television, theater, or a similar industry.
Portfolio showcasing expertise in a variety of makeup and hair styling techniques, with particular emphasis on experience working with diverse skin tones and hair textures, including but not limited to Black and white actors.
Knowledge of high-definition makeup application.
Excellent understanding of color theory and skin tone matching.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing scenarios.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Relevant qualifications in makeup artistry/hair styling or equivalent experience.
Application:

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of your work that includes examples of hairstyles and makeup on diverse skin tones and hair types, highlighting any experience with Black and white actors.

Will be decorating one of the older lounges at Ohio University into an old French chess cafe from the 1800s. Should be very low maintenance as there will only be two to three shots for the entire production.

We are seeking an experienced Music Festival Videographer to join our team for an upcoming music festival event. As a Music Festival Videographer, you will be responsible for capturing dynamic footage of music acts, backstage moments, and artist content throughout the duration of the festival. Your creativity, technical skills, and ability to work in fast-paced environments will be essential for this role.

Responsibilities:

Capture high-quality video footage of live music performances, artist interviews, backstage interactions, and festival atmosphere.
Work closely with the content team to understand the creative vision and objectives for capturing festival content.
Ensure consistent and professional videography standards are met while adhering to the festival's guidelines and requirements.
Collaborate with the producer and director to capture engaging behind-the-scenes content and interviews.
Operate video equipment including cameras, lenses, stabilizers, microphones, and other accessories to ensure optimal video quality.
Manage and organize equipment, ensuring all gear is properly maintained and operational throughout the festival.
Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate the dynamic nature of live music events, including early mornings, late nights, and weekends.
Stay informed about current trends and techniques in videography and music festival production to enhance the quality and creativity of content captured.

Requirements:
Proven experience as a Videographer, with a strong portfolio demonstrating proficiency in shooting live music events and festivals.
Proficient in operating professional video equipment, including DSLR or mirrorless cameras, audio recording devices, stabilizers, and lighting equipment.
Strong technical skills in videography, including framing, composition, exposure, and audio recording.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with artists, performers, and production team members.
Ability to work independently and efficiently in fast-paced environments, while maintaining a high level of professionalism and attention to detail.
Own reliable transportation and equipment suitable for capturing live music events.
A passion for music, festivals, and visual storytelling.
Flexibility to work non-traditional hours, including weekends and evenings, as required by the festival schedule.
Ability to adapt to changing conditions and unforeseen challenges inherent to live event production.