Helping Hands from 2011

[Richard Camble]

Camera operator / co-director required for new TV series (motorbikes) for major sat/cable sports channel.
Must have own camera (Canon XF305 or at least similar spec).
To work full days on the following dates:

MAY 15
JUNE 5
JUNE 18/19 (overnight stay required)
JUNE 26
JULY 17
AUGUST 29
SEPTEMBER 3/4 (overnight stay required)
SEPTEMBER 10
SEPTEMBER 24/25 (overnight stay required)
OCTOBER 15/16 (overnight stay required)

Must have own transport to be able to get to each circuit, or be willing to travel to Sheffield M1 to get lift with crew. Looking for a creative person with a fantastic eye and a good sense of humour. Experience making MOTORBIKE, BMX, SNOWBOARD doc/films or anything cool. May suit talented student or someone wishing to break into this line of work and get some worthy credit!

Payment is £65 per day + travel ex + food + £2 commission on DVD sales that will follow the broadcast.
PM ME

[Gary Nattrass]

Hi Richard you PM is not enabled but I can assist you with this and my HPX371 camera is now fully BBC approved for HD.

My e-mail is Gary@HDProductionSolutions.com or call 07766-864486

I am based in Durham so around 90 miles from Sheffield.

[Tim Ducharme]

Position filled.
Thanks to all who inquired.

[Michael Gruich]

mandy.com - craigs list - myspace page

Also contact a local or nearby college for students, best to speak to a faculty member, email them a nice outline with details and gear it towards a college student.

There are a lot out there that are good and just like to work. Not sure on your budget, but we usually offer refreshments (for a short day 2-3 hours) and a meal (use the term loosely) if the shoot goes more than 4 hours.

Once you tap into the mainstream, you will find connections and regulars that will make things easier for future projects. Even in Des Moines, IA we run through 150-200 hopefuls.

* Most college students will not read anything these days that is not electronic.

[Robert Turchick]

Well, the short answer to your question is money. If you didn't put any sort of info about the chosen actors getting paid (whether cash or points) I would guarantee that is your problem.
Times are too tough for most to commit to a project for no money.
If you want to attract actors, post the pay rates.
Also, try the talent agencies. But have them hand pick, or you hand pick who you want to see and schedule them individually. Don't rely on an agent to contact his whole roster for an open call.

[Dylan Couper]

Actually, your problem may be your market, not your money. Unless its an area that cultivates acting talent (NY, LA, Toronto, etc...) you may have a significantly lower amount of actors per capita.

On the other hand, it may have been your notice. If you want to post it here, we'll take a look.

[James Houk]

I agree with Dylan, seeing the copy & layout of your posted ads would help determine if the ads themselves are a limiting factor.

[Gerry Curtis]

Hi Everyone,


I've updated by Color Reel for 2011 with clips from "The Return" and "Savasana."

Gerry Curtis Colorist Showreel 2011 on Vimeo

Thanks!

Gerry

digitalkilnstudios.com
savasanafilm.com

[Ethan Cooper]

I'm wanting to rent either a Cool Lights LED-600 or a Lite Panels 1x1 in the New Orleans area from May 31st till June 4th. The idea is to be mobile so I'm also looking for the rental unit to have a battery adapter as well.

[Kevin Lewis]

This is impressive! This seems like much more than simple color correction. Nice work!

[Gerry Curtis]

Originally Posted by Kevin Lewis

This is impressive! This seems like much more than simple color correction. Nice work!

Thanks, Kevin!!

Gerry

Gerry Curtis
digitalkilnstudios.com
savasanafilm.com

[Heath McKnight]

Hey everyone,

I've posted here before, and thought I'd try again. I'm trying to find a great visual FX artist who can help me finish a short film I directed a few years back. It's called Hellevator and is 100% green screen. I've gone through several FX guys, and all of them had to bail on me for one reason or another, even with me promising to pay for their services.

You can see the original FX here (opening sequence):

YouTube - mpsdigital's Channel

The short was written by David Michelinie, who wrote some legendary Iron Man and Amazing Spider-Man comic book runs, and created or co-created Rhodey, Justin Hammer, Venom and others.

Half of the movie is done, but I want to scrap the work since it's split between two artists, and things aren't matching up, especially with the blue color design the original FX guy went with. I don't like the blue.

If you're interested and can do this in a reasonable amount of time (say in 30 days), please private message me here and we'll discuss. I can pay, but my budget is very tight. Ideally, I'm looking for someone who is experienced and can get a 4 minute short done in 30 or so days, or an up-and-coming VFX artist or student looking to add to his or her reel.

It's mostly background work, but there will be a little bit of animation during a "dolly back" scene, and some animated gunfire and blood work, too. I can provide more details via email.

Thanks,

Heath

[Sareesh Sudhakaran]

Are VFX artists in India acceptable?

[Michael Hutson]

This would be a very good place to start and also inquire about resources.....assuming that you are in TX. They should be able to point you in the right direction.

Texas Film Commission, Office of the Governor Rick Perry

Here is somewhere else you may want to try.
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=110022665383

[Heath McKnight]

Absolutely. I'm looking for someone who has a lot of talent and can get this job done within 30 days. Please private message me here for details. Can you send me your reel, or a link?

Thanks,

Heath

ps-Sorry for the late reply--busy day for me Wednesday.