Lisa, you might be. I have a Master's Degree with over 10yrs of
production experience, and I work for a major university, and I make
just under that amount. it really sucks balls. If anyone wants to make
it in this business, they have to learn web dev.


I have to say that that sucks. When I was 19, still in college, I was making almost that amount as a web dev/programmer. 11 years later, I can't imagine going back to that. I think i'd have to get a second job. No wonder its so hard to change careers. I was thinking that the editing money vs. programmer money was close to equal.

Starting to get a little discouraged.

Lisa, I think it depends on what part of the country you're in. $35k might go a lot farther in Toledo, Ohio, then it would in Las Vegas or LA. Experience is also a factor a lot of times in these ads and what they pay.

Another guy who doesn't even try:

"need help asap for indy cinema!! (Union Square)
Reply to: gigs-247738534@craigslist.org
Date: 2006-12-12, 4:08AM EST


Hello All! my name is sidney santanjello.
i will be preparing to a feature film produced,photographed,and directed by myself.i need all the help i can get.the only thing i can offer all who participate is some tasty pasta before shooting and red wine once a week. that is after all daily production is executed accordingly. for the day or night. filming will commence for exactly 28 days no breaks.the movie making proces is a rare privilege.and i sincerely hope all who volunteer their time and efforts enjoy the project at hand.

p.s. for any questions email: chessmogul@hotmail.com

Shall we spread the enthusiasm!

p.s.s. all footage will be shot in its entirety in the greatest city in the english speaking world Manhattan NY

* It's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
* Compensation: none-voluntary "

Another guy who doesn't even try:<snip>

Nonsense, its a rare privilege to get this kind of job. And hey, who doesn't have 28 consecutive spare days to trade for pasta.

.the only thing i can offer all who participate is some tasty pasta before shooting and red wine once a week. * Compensation: none-voluntary "

Is it good wine? Or is it like MD20/20?

Steve, I fail to see the difference...

Wow, at least the other guy (or gal) was paying:

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/cwg/249644906.html



Seeking a high end HD camera to shoot a 45 minute film
Reply to: gigs-249644906@craigslist.org
Date: 2006-12-15, 10:22PM EST


I'm looking for someone who owns a very high end $100,000 HD camera...like the one used to make Miami Vice. Go ahead and laugh... Where are you? My last film premiered at Fox Studios in LA and I'll be going on the road with U2 to shoot a doc in the near future but I don't exactly have the cash right now to buy my own HD camera. Do you have an itch to shoot a film?

* Location: DC
* It's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests



If I owned a Varicam or CineAlta, I'd have an itch to pay my monthly bills on it.

And to reply to an earlier poster about working for free...many of us do this. But only if we know the project is going to be worth our time. A lot of films want to make have absolutely no budget. No money for crew, no money for actors, and no money for production design, etc. Sorry, but it is very difficult to make a worthwhile fictional movie for no money. It can be pulled off, but the chances are about 1 in 1,000.

Most of us have a passion for this business. But we never forgot that it is still a business. People need to eat and have a roof under their heads. You can't do that without getting paid. Well...if you mooch off your parents/a roommate/a significant other you can but...I digress.

I was going to help on a shoot recently where the ad stated "possible employment if the show gets picked up." The idea sounded good, so I sent the producer an email. The story changed in the reply I got. Reading between the lines, it read: "If the show gets picked up, you'll get paid for your time for the pilot but more than likely won't be able to work on the rest of the series. Because the production companies we'll be shopping it to have their own crews. So thanks for letting us use your equipment to get our project off the ground, schmuck."

Those people were still looking for a volunteer 3 days before their shoot...and it got pushed back. They were still begging me to volunteer...I stood my ground. Had they offered guaranteed pay (maybe just $50.00 for gas or something) with guaranteed crew position if show got picked up, it would have been worth it.

That's the other thing. All of these producers seemingly wait until the last minute to gather their crew. What's up with that? On PAID shoots positions are booked way in advance. This leaves producers time to interview everyone (not just judge them based on who has the lowest day rate), discuss the project, get talent/crew to know each other, etc. Trying to assemble a large crew in such a short amount of time...if you don't already know people...is ridiculous IMHO.

Hey Adam,

I agree with you and everyone else, there are a lot of producers trying to make something happen with no incentive to pay crew, further someone's career, or anything. I've been a local producer since the mid 80's, and I rarely if ever ask a crew person, regardless of the position to cut their rate. It doesn't make good business sense as a producer.

And one of the benefits of treating your local video/film community with respect is when a client calls in an emergency (and it happens a lot), I have a big established loyal crew base built over a 20 year period to call on.

That's what these other idiot producers don't get.

Are these ridiculously low wages, or am I crazy? I made 6.25 hourly at f*cking starbucks when I worked there 9 years ago!

Photography- Makeup Artist- Sales Associates
Reply to: lauram@s121.com
Date: 2007-01-03, 4:30PM CST


Creative photographers for portrait photography, Sales consultants and Makeup Artists needed. Part time and full time positions avaliable. www.s121.com.

* Location: The Woodlands
* Compensation: 5.00 per hour plus commission
* Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
* Please, no phone calls about this job!
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

Ahhh.. you're not counting all that commission :)

Well they provide with camera at least. You get $25 dollars per interview. Keep in mind each interview is 1 hour PLUS your travel time. Can you carry the backdrop by hand or do you need a car? What about lights? Thoughtful that they find provided backdrop more important than light kit.

With "leading" executives and lawyers, someone is making money but it's not you!


Film In-Person Interviews With Leading Executives & Lawyers

Reply to: job-260614853@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-01-10, 4:18PM EST


Executive seminar company seeks individual to conduct in-person interviews with leading executives and lawyers in Manhattan. Interviews last 1 hour, and interviewer would be provided with detailed interview questions to ask. Interviewer would be responsible for conducting the interview (and setting up the camera in the background to film it – which is very simple to do). Looking for someone who has a flexible schedule (during day time business hours) to accommodate schedules of the executives and can do at least 20-30 interviews a month (at an average of 1 hour an interview, plus your transportation time). All interviews are set up from Boston offices and you are provided with a date/time and camera for filming. Compensation is $25 an interview and a byline in the video credits. Interviewer would be trained on how to conduct interviews and do filming. Extremely interesting topics and ability to learn insights from top executives and lawyers. We are seeking someone who is extremely reliable and who can carry themselves professionally in front of the executives – no previous experience necessary. Position starts asap. Please email cover letter, resume and hours available.


Location: Manhattan
Compensation: $25/Interview

That's the other thing. All of these producers seemingly wait until the last minute to gather their crew. What's up with that? On PAID shoots positions are booked way in advance. This leaves producers time to interview everyone (not just judge them based on who has the lowest day rate), discuss the project, get talent/crew to know each other, etc. Trying to assemble a large crew in such a short amount of time...if you don't already know people...is ridiculous IMHO.

That is something I hadn't noticed in alot of the 'rediculous' posts, but your absolutely right. I mean other than someone backing out last minute, all the legit (even nonpaying) work I've ever gotten had me booked at least a month in advance. Even right now I have potential projects I intend to produce on the horizon that don't even have a start date, and I have my ideal crew already in mind. As soon as I have a shooting schedule I contact them and book them, or if they are not available I'd have posts up...and we're talking months in advance. I can think of only one time I was ever contacted last minute...and it was by someone I had worked with in the past whose client had a last minute schedule change.

I don't know if the last minute scramble is simply the result of these types of producers inexperience, or the idea that they think they can pull a fast one on you because you won't have time to check them out before hand. I guess its mostly the first, because I don't think that most of these people have bad intentions...they just don't know what they are doing.

This bothers me. TV show looking for EXPERIENCED run and gun shooters for $300 a day. I do better than that with my PD-170 shooting demo reels. If stranger still is if you look at the bottom under Compensation it says NO PAY.
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Realty Camera Operator $300/day rate (Battery Park)

Reply to: gigs-265236108@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-01-19, 3:52PM EST


Seeking an experienced shooter/producer for a upcoming realty series. We need someone who can both shoot running gun while keeping focused on the action and focus on story line development. Ideal candidate will have outdoor experince. This a serious gig with pay, $300 day rate. There will be tarveling involved, up to a week at a time in the states. We are a British company shooting for UK TV. Please send cover letter and resume and a link to online work. We will not consider responses without a reel. Interviewing will start next week. Please be experienced!! Thank you


it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: no pay

I love this thread. It provides so much entertainment.

I remember making a joke along time ago that you wouldn't ask a carpenter to work for free, or for "copy and credit". Apparently, I underestimated some people. People will ask for anything for film.

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We are looking for mechanical/handy hands to help build a boat/junk raft which will be heavily featured in an upcoming Indpendent movie being made by award winning directors. The position is unpaid, but the position will be credited. The position is open to fulltime or parttime employees. If you are interested please contac XXX@xxx.com



* Location: New Orleans
* Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
* Please, no phone calls about this job!
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

How's this for BAD. Sad, isn't it.
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GET ME A JOB! I'll give you some cash! (Midtown)

Reply to: gigs-266847327@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-01-22, 8:03PM EST


Get me a Job and I'll give you $200 Cash! I am a DP with my own HVX200 HiDef Camcorder, I shoot, edit, etc... Lets do some buisness!

How's this for BAD. Sad, isn't it.
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GET ME A JOB! I'll give you some cash! (Midtown)

Reply to: gigs-266847327@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-01-22, 8:03PM EST


Get me a Job and I'll give you $200 Cash! I am a DP with my own HVX200 HiDef Camcorder, I shoot, edit, etc... Lets do some buisness!

It may be evil of me...but damn I'd take that deal. Hell, I could get the guy 5 jobs if he's willing to pay me to shoot lol. He didn't really specify that it had to be paying jobs :0P

Here's a laugh from Vegas:

"Small BIZ needs 30sec Commercial

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Reply to: gigs-269380475@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-01-27, 7:43PM PST


I have a small biz and need a 30sec commercial made. I would like the commercial to use several shots of various people hard at work (e.g. construction worker lifting something heavy, cop wrestling a suspect, hotel worker cleaning, delivery person, office woman hard at work, diff people doing various sports/outdoor activies such as water skiing, tennis, etc. All these scenes can be from archives (they do not need to be shot). After showing a few of these scenes, the commercial will say "Yoru work hard and play hard...you deserve a good...BLANK-BLANK" then followed by a scene of my business location.

The commercial will be submitted for airing on Fox. We'll pay the cost of showing the commercial of course.


Location: Las Vegas
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: no pay "

I love this for 2 reasons:

1. There's no pay and they don't even offer a flimsy excuse as to why the hell you should do this for free (ie "for experience/build your reel"). They just assume we shoot/edit for laughs.

2. "We'l pay the cost of showing the comercial of course". I just found that stating of the obvious to be hilarious. Of course, at this rate we'll soon see on Craigslist where the clients not only expect us to shoot/edit for free, but maybe PAY THEM for the priveledge and kick in for the airtime to boot.

I can just see the craigslist ad.

. . . . please be willing to pay for the spot time on Oprah or the Super Bowel. You will get great national exposure.

Here's a laugh from Vegas:

"Small BIZ needs 30sec Commercial

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Reply to: gigs-269380475@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-01-27, 7:43PM PST


I have a small biz and need a 30sec commercial made. I would like the commercial to use several shots of various people hard at work (e.g. construction worker lifting something heavy, cop wrestling a suspect, hotel worker cleaning, delivery person, office woman hard at work, diff people doing various sports/outdoor activies such as water skiing, tennis, etc. All these scenes can be from archives (they do not need to be shot). After showing a few of these scenes, the commercial will say "Yoru work hard and play hard...you deserve a good...BLANK-BLANK" then followed by a scene of my business location.

The commercial will be submitted for airing on Fox. We'll pay the cost of showing the commercial of course.


Location: Las Vegas
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: no pay "

I love this for 2 reasons:

1. There's no pay and they don't even offer a flimsy excuse as to why the hell you should do this for free (ie "for experience/build your reel"). They just assume we shoot/edit for laughs.

2. "We'l pay the cost of showing the comercial of course". I just found that stating of the obvious to be hilarious. Of course, at this rate we'll soon see on Craigslist where the clients not only expect us to shoot/edit for free, but maybe PAY THEM for the priveledge and kick in for the airtime to boot.

Here's a laugh from Vegas:

Brian,

I look at CL at least once a day here and it seems that all the ads are that bad, or worse. I checked on a few during CES/AVN and they would pay $200/day IF you bring your own equip (boom mic and high-end cam), and they didn't provide you with a ticket to get into the show (that you are supose to be taping at).

People complain about the non-talent they get off CL (I've heard it first-hand), how the video turns out lousy, etc. Well, I just have to say that you get what you pay for. I know if I had hired $100/day talent, I wouldn't be expecting $500/day results.

Video tape Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show for FREE????. I know someone who made tens of thousands of dollars doing these. This is a major "upper class" event. Of course she has a list of MUST HAVES for your gear and it's days of shooting too. Of course all that dog video is critical for my reel.

You should have thousands of dollars of gear, spend hours of your time across days . . . and get paid less than a dog walker!

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Videographer for Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

Reply to: gigs-272148773@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-02, 12:43AM EST


The 131st Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is almost here and I need a videographer. Must have access to a 3C DV camera (Sony VX2000, Canon XL1, 24P, etc) lighting kit and proper sound (boom mic or lav).

It all begins on Monday, February the 5th. I need footage of Angel on a Leash, a cocktail soiree to benefit the Westminster Kennel Club Therapy Dog Program.

And from Friday, February 9th to Wednesday February 14th, I need a few hours of footage from different events during the Westminster Week including the main event, which takes place at Madison Square Garden on the 12th and 13th.

This is a non-paying gig (free meals and transportation included). Great opportunity to use footage for job reel and free up close and personal access to one of the biggest animal events in the world. And you'll be working side by side with pet expert, Charlotte Reed.

If interested, please contact Katie at 917-627-9597

Well with tickets starting at 45.00 dollars to 145.00 you think they could actually give you some money. Although you video could get some press here http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/2006/video/breed/index.html......... but that would mean your video going to the dogs............. Sorry I just had to make that joke.

Seems I wasn't the only one who thought they were a rip off. They got flagged off of craigslist.

Well with tickets starting at 45.00 dollars to 145.00 you think they could actually give you some money. Although you video could get some press here http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/2006/video/breed/index.html......... but that would mean your video going to the dogs............. Sorry I just had to make that joke.

Seems I wasn't the only one who thought they were a rip off. They got flagged off of craigslist.

Well with tickets starting at 45.00 dollars to 145.00 you think they could actually give you some money. Although you video could get some press here http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/2006/video/breed/index.html......... but that would mean your video going to the dogs............. Sorry I just had to make that joke.

So for $100 a day you need to be "on call" for all 8 days! You're supposed to NOT book any other jobs, no guarantee they're using you that day, provide your own gear so you MIGHT make $100 for the day!


NY FASHION WEEK - VIDEOGRAPHER URGENT!! (Midtown)

Reply to: job-272483541@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-02, 5:19PM EST


NY based fashion company is looking to hire a cameraman/camerawoman from February 2-9 to film runway shows and backstage b-roll. OWN EQUIPMENT This is a temporary position. You must commit to be ON CALL the entire 8 days and will be available to shoot B Roll and Runway. Panasonic. Sony. Cannon Digital or HD Cameras with wireless mike and top light. Students and professionals welcome. $100 a day. Please send your resume and SAMPLE WORK, REEL and/or WEBSITE LINK to
press@stylezonetv.com
www.sztvmedia.com

There is opportunity for other work in NY, Los Angeles for the rest of the year if we like you!!!!

Now this MAJOR PEEVES me. VIBE, a commercial publication/media group, is looking for "interns" EXPERIENCED editors to work nearly half a work week WITHOUT PAY. I can understand the "make my movie for free" folks but when commercial entities want experienced part time FREE labor there's something seriously WRONG.
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VIBE.com Seeks Video Editor Interns (Murray Hill)

Reply to: job-272538972@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-02, 7:24PM EST


VIBE.com is looking for a few good interns... who have experience in video editing.

We're looking for interns who know Final Cut Pro who can work for 15-20 hours a week at the VIBE Media Group (VIBE Magazine, VIBE.com, VIBE Vixen Magazine, VIBEVixen.com, mVIBE, VIBE Enterprises) and assist in video editing.

If you have video editing experience, love hip hop and urban culture, and are looking for an internship for school credit, we would love to hear from you! We have immediate openings for these internships.

Please send your resume to the e-mail address below with the subject line "VIDEO INTERN CANDIDATE".

Thank you for your time and consideration - we look forward to hearing from you!

I love this one, camera operator with own sony hd f900 or f950, work for a week for no pay. Yeah I'm sure their phone will be ringing off the hook for that one.



Atlanta filmmaker needs crew for upcoming documentary

Reply to: gigs-254688481@craigslist.org
Date: 2006-12-28, 8:21PM EST


We are filming a documentary in Atlanta from February 10th thru the 19th, 2007 and are in need of experienced:

-Gaffers
-Grips
-Sound Engineers
-Camera Operator with own HD package (Sony HD F900 or F950)

Please review the film site @ http://www.lifeismymovie.com/darkroom.

"Light in the Darkroom" is being directed by Vincent Vittorio whose film "Little Men" is being released on DVD. The film includes interviews with the makers of Adobe Photoshop and MAC!

Please submit your interest and resume's to evangeline@lifeismymovie.com for consideration.

Deadline for submission is January 20th, 2007. I look forward to hearing from you.


Location: Atlanta
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: no pay

PostingID: 254688481

You know, it would be cheaper just to hand him my 10 tapes and let him do the video here in ATL. Not even in my area.

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Date: 2007-02-08, 2:36AM EST


Studeo22 Does Full Scale Final Cut Pro Editing for $150. Contact Fred at 302-###-#### or email ########@yahoo.com - Commercials - Music Video - Home Movies - Picture DVD's and more.



Compensation: $150 Per Project.
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There's ridiculous and there's ridiculous. For the honor of shooting the auditions for free you can then work on the film for free. After doing my dishes with your sink and soap you will be rewarded with the privilege of throwing out my garbage.
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Intern Cameraman and Casting Director need for Casting a Film

Reply to: Gocamfilms@gmail.com
Date: 2007-02-19, 11:37PM EST


GC Film is casting a movie and looking for a Intern Camera man with his equipment and Casting Director or Assistant for the Auditions for a movie.
Compensation for your time will be made upon working in the film starting from April 2007.Auditions will be held on February 23rd 2007 on Friday in Champion Studio in Newyork city.

All the stuff below are or should be "commercial" entities!
a 3 person crew (no job positions) and they want resume's and cover letters. No Pay.
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CAMERA PERSON WANTED/STUDENTS WELCOME

Reply to: KAJA@JUMPOFF.TV
Date: 2007-02-24, 2:15PM EST


CONEXIONZ ENTERTAINMENT IS CASTING AN AUDITION NEXT THURSDAY AND IS SHORT A CAMERA CREW. NEEDED: 3 PERSONS FOR A 2 HOUR AUDITION PROCESS. THE TV LOCATION IS IN NEW YORK, NEW YORK (MANHATTAN) 59TH STREET & COLUMBUS CIRCLE. PLEASE REPLY TO THE ABOVE EMAIL ADDRESS WITH RESUMES & ANY COVER LETTERS IF THEY ARE AVAILABLE. THIS IS THE IDEAL POSITION FOR A PRODUCTION STUDENT, HOWEVER FREELANCERS AND PROFESSIONALS ARE WELCOME.

THANK YOU.
CONEXIONZ ENTERTAINMENT
in affiliation with JUMPOFF.TV
www.jumpoff.tv
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For the one below they want EXPERIENCE, Camera AND Lighting Package and specificially eperience shooting in what sounds like difficult shooting conditions and apparently client handling skills, you need to send a reel and this is for FOUR days. NO PAY!!!!!
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Experienced Director of Photographer w Experience Shooting Dance (Midtown West)

Reply to: gigs-284125569@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-24, 7:27PM EST


Seeking Experienced Director of Photography w Camera and Lighting Package.

Person should have experience shooting with restrictions and in tight spaces.

Need person who is easy to work with and have connections to access equipment. Also one that is sensitive to the client.

Please send a link to REEL. Must be available March 6th and March 17th.

Committment is needed for FOUR DAYS. It is a FUN shoot and you will work with professional and ARTISTIC people.

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and for this one you're basically shooting VNR (Video News Release) material for FREE and you should be thrilled that your video will (might?) be shown on CNN. What STUPID reasoning!!!
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Cameraman needed

Reply to: dina.gusovsky@gmail.com
Date: 2007-02-25, 12:34AM EST


Cameraman needed for March 2nd to come to the United Nations to film short interviews with speakers. Clips will be given directly for CNN to be aired. Great opportunity for those wishing to get their shots/film seen!!

Compensation: no pay

Top this:

"i need some help for a month or less

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Reply to: gigs-284249267@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-25, 12:17AM CST


ok, i need someone who speaks quintanese (sorry if i spelled it wrong) and english (without an accent). i also need someone who has some free time and is good with computers. i have a very complex job for someone that can do it, i need a spy that will pretend not to know me and actually work for me so that i can find out whats going on in my company.. theres gossip and letters that i need to get to the bottom of.. i will read all email responses and/or meet in person if i need to but i want to get everything straight before i move out of town.




it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: negotiable


PostingID: 284249267
"

Top this:

"i need some help for a month or less

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Reply to: gigs-284249267@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-25, 12:17AM CST


ok, i need someone who speaks quintanese (sorry if i spelled it wrong) and english (without an accent). i also need someone who has some free time and is good with computers. i have a very complex job for someone that can do it, i need a spy that will pretend not to know me and actually work for me so that i can find out whats going on in my company.. theres gossip and letters that i need to get to the bottom of.. i will read all email responses and/or meet in person if i need to but i want to get everything straight before i move out of town.




it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: negotiable


PostingID: 284249267
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I dunno, an F900 doesn't work well as a spy camera...oh he's not asking for one? Sorry I was so used to seeing that...

A 2 maned camera wedding shot and edited for $500 in NYC no less! He'd probably have to book/shoot/edit 6-8 weddings a month just to cover his costs. I should contact him and ask what cameras he's using because I may be interested in them when he has to sell them to pay the rent and credit card bill. He must be borrowing a car too because he certainly can't make the monthly payments or a weekend rental at those prices. Of course they're likely to have very high hours plus he'd be using them as decks too.
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SUMMER WEDDING? BOOK YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER

Reply to: serv-285251432@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-26, 10:17PM EST


Attention all June, July and August Brides...The time is now to start thinking about booking a wedding videographer for your wedding. The closer it gets to the warm weather the harder it will become to book a videographer who will give you good quality work at a price you can afford.

I am a videographer and will give you a quality video at a price that won't break your budget.

My package includes:

Up to eight hours of filming
Two manned cameras to film your wedding and reception
Editing using State of the Art Software.
Two edited DVD's.

PRICE: $500.00

Please email me for demos.

Thank you and Congratulations!

This is exactly the kind of cr*p that shouldn't be permitted. He's offering "credit, copy" on "Commercial, Corporate/Industrial" !!!! Of course you need to supply YOUR OWN edit system (computer and software costing thousands of dollars)!
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***** Director seeks NEW EDITORS (Students welcomed) (Upper East Side)

Reply to: gigs-286493293@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-03-01, 5:40AM EST


Director with projects in post-production seeks:

Asst. Editor
Editing Intern
Editor

Must have portable Final Cut Pro editing station or FCP Desktop.

Present projects: Commercial, Corporate/Industrial.

Future projects: Movie, Music Video, Instructional Film, TV Pilot


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For present projects you get: CREDIT, COPY within 14 days.

For future projects: We'll discuss terms upon completion of 1st projects.

This isn't that special, but hey:



Experienced DP Needed
Reply to: submissions@kolentertainment.com
Date: 2007-02-28, 12:54PM CST


I need a DP for reality tv show. HD cams perfered.




* Compensation: $100-125/day
* Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
* Please, no phone calls about this job!
* Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests.

I was just emailed by a producer to explain their position. They saw comments I made in this forum. Keep in mind this forum may become an educational tool on what we expect and why and why their ads may create misunderstandings.


Producer said they get paid $175 for a 12 hour day. I'm sympathetic because I know young people trying to break in to this biz often get way underpaid
BUT
The camera person has maybe $5000 worth of gear (camera, tripod, wireless mic, camera light, batteries, maybe filters, etc) that needs to be paid for, maintained, upgraded when the time comes.

Producer said the shoots might be one or two shows a day that are about 10 minutes of runway and 5 minutes backstage.
BUT
The camera person needs to check gear, travel to/from shoot, needs time to setup.

Producer asked for "on call" because they didn't know which shows they'd be shooting on which days since they were contacted last minute.
BUT
A producer should then have several camera people they can contact. They shouldn't expect someone to be "on call" for a shoot that may not happen and, at best, gets only $100. Actually the camera person may get no work but on the other hand may get $100 for maybe 2 hours of work. That should be expressed differently than "on call" and "$100 a day."

I do feel a producer getting $175 for a 12 hour day is getting way underpaid and probably didn't have the background/experience to post an ad in terms an experienced camera person is used to.

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So for $100 a day you need to be "on call" for all 8 days! You're supposed to NOT book any other jobs, no guarantee they're using you that day, provide your own gear so you MIGHT make $100 for the day!


NY FASHION WEEK - VIDEOGRAPHER URGENT!! (Midtown)

Reply to: job-272483541@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-02-02, 5:19PM EST


NY based fashion company is looking to hire a cameraman/camerawoman from February 2-9 to film runway shows and backstage b-roll. OWN EQUIPMENT This is a temporary position. You must commit to be ON CALL the entire 8 days and will be available to shoot B Roll and Runway. Panasonic. Sony. Cannon Digital or HD Cameras with wireless mike and top light. Students and professionals welcome. $100 a day. Please send your resume and SAMPLE WORK, REEL and/or WEBSITE LINK to
press@stylezonetv.com
www.sztvmedia.com

There is opportunity for other work in NY, Los Angeles for the rest of the year if we like you!!!!

I think its great that you got a response from a producer from this forum.

I wish they would all see how rediculous their posts are.

They NEED to see that they are clouding up Craigslist, which could be a great resourse for connecting legitimate producers with pros (or up-and-coming-pros).

If THEY only care about their shoot to the tune of $100 and are willing to settle with ANY warm body with a camcorder, why should WE take our time (and use our expensive gear) to care?

Earlier in this thread I made the joke that the day would come that the clients expect US to pay THEM to shoot. That day is not here (yet), but they apparntly now do expect us to sell their shows for them...

- BTW, I think this is an opportunity that WILL last :)

Seeking Production CO To Shoot TV Commercials

Reply to: job-287087096@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-03-02, 6:16AM PST


If you are a production company that can sell our 30 second Tv commercial slots we will use your Production company to produce the commercials. Looking for reasonable packages.

Please send resume along with a proposal asap. This opportunity wont Last!

Your prodcution fees is what you make on top of our commissions for selling the TV slots for our show.

WOW what HUEVOS!

"NEED ASAP!!" "growing" "1.4million views" "Must have a 3ccd Professional camera....HD if possible...." "will also be responsible for" "must act professional" "fast paced environment" "link to your work/resume"

........"THERE IS NO PAY"
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NEED ASAP!! Freelance Camera Person w/ gear to Interview the Stars!! (Midtown)

Date: 2007-03-14, 6:41PM EDT


Platinum Media Entertainment. A growing podcast production company with 1.4 million views are looking for freelance camera men or women who like the fast pace action in the NYC scene. Must have a 3ccd Professional camera....HD if possible.....

The show is called "Out And About in NYC"
Link to some of the shows: http://www.mixcast.tv/ViewChannel.aspx?ChannelID=136180438

Your job will be to go out with my partner ("The host of the show"), and shoot her interviewing top entertainers, artist, etc... in the business. You will also be responsible for getting "B" Roll footage. She will be providing the DVtape's which you will give to her after the event is over...

THERE IS NO PAY.... BUT GREAT EXPOSURE.... YOU WILL GET ALL ACCESS TO THE VIP AREAS AND WILL BE UP AND PERSONAL WITH THE WHO'S WHO OF THE INDUSTRY.....an opportunity money can't buy!!!!

Students are welcome but must act professional.....This is a very fast paced environment.....You will get credit on the footage you shoot once the show airs.

ONLY SERIOUS INQUIRY!!!!

Email me the following:
1. Type of equipment you have
2. link to your work/resume

WOW what HUEVOS!
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Come on now, at least they provide the miniDV tapes :)

WOW, this is officially the lowest paying job I've ever seen: $7.50 for YOU AND YOUR GEAR for a 3 minute video. Why not just NOT PAY as opposed to offering $7.50?

But I'm assuming this is a creepy way to contact women anyway because 1)it states they want "females" and 2)THEY WANT YOU TO SEND A PICTURE OF YOURSELF.

Ladies: RUN AWAY!


Chance to make videos and earn some $$$

Reply to: job-294429928@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-03-15, 9:14AM PDT


Chance to make videos and earn some $$$

Should be a female that has a camera
Create videos of people answering questions on relationships, dating etc or advice sessions. You could make $7.50 for every such video. The videos shall last for 1.5 to 3 minutes. You need to have a camera that can record videos. Send across your age profile along with a picture.



Compensation: $7.50 for every video

I contacted someone from Craig's list last summer. We exchanged e-mails for awhile then he offered me a job. It paid more than the usual Craig's list garbanzo. But, his answers to my questions seemed a bit brief. He claimed to have 25 years experience. So, I did some research and found that on the Florida Dept of Corporations website he had many very similar sounding fictitious names registered to him, most with different addresses. I looked up tax info on his address and found that someone else owned the home he lived in. Then I found some other things that made me nervous.

A few days before I was to go on this adventure shooting things and people for a website he informed me that I was to collect money from the advertisers, send it to him, and he would then send me my cut.

What else? Oh, only that he was doing 30 years probation with 10 years to go for being an unlicensed securities dealer. I asked him about that. "I've never been arrested." He did admit to the securities problem. How does a person get probation without being arrested first?

I contacted a local deputy sheriff who told me that if I did business with this guy I would be perceived guilty by association if he did something illegal. My lawyer neighbor told me the same thing.

And then there was the man from Tallahassee who was selling a Sennheiser shotgun with engraved serial numbers for his "tracking use". Strange that the serial numbers led the police to his employer.

HVX with mini 35 adapter with lenses for 3 commercials. $200 a day!!!!!. They can't even come close to RENTING that gear alone for that price.


Looking for HVX owner/operator for three days. (Paid)

Reply to: gigs-296876846@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-03-19, 6:52PM EDT


I am looking for a HVX owner/operator preferably with mini 35 adapter with lenses to shoot three commercials over three days (Sat, Sun, and Sat). We are looking for someone who can work with a small crew and be a team player. The dates are still to be decided, sometime in the end of April beginning of May.

E-mail resume, reel and equipment list. Anything else will be deleted.


it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: 200/day

Have you ever wanted to do EVERYTHING in production, all at the same time! Now you can!




VIDEO and PRODUCTION company seeks creative talent-New company offers
you
the chance to get in on the ground floor. If you have skills and
experience
in video editing, production and film this exciting opportunity may be
the
career you are in search of. Applicants should be experienced and
able to
demonstrate capability in the following areas-Shoot Video, Edit same
using
programs such as Adobe Premier, Final Cut Pro, Avid Express, Edit sound
tracks to go with video, Creative but have people skills, Work with
35mm or
16mm film, Still Photography, Graphic design, Web design, Promoting
sales
and booking jobs. This is a full time position, it is a 40 hour work
week
but you will be able to set your own hours around events. On occasion,
there may be a reason to work weekends and nights and the position may
involve a small amount of travel. This position boasts a competitive
salary
and commission on deals booked. Send portfolio or mail to:Shelia
Assiter,
5306 Hollister, Houston, TX 77077."

Looking for HVX owner/operator for three days. (Paid)


You know, i don't even think that is an on-the-level deal. I saw that same ad posted in the vegas CL.

Oh dear God. . .

"PA'S INTERESTED IN REAL ESTATE, INVESTING, FINANCE, TV, FILM ETC.

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Reply to: gigs-306444479@craigslist.org
Date: 2007-04-05, 5:49AM CDT


ONLY THE BEST NEED APPLY WITH HUMILLITY AND CONFIDENCE ....BALANCE IS GOOD!

u hungry, open, multiple skill sets, a-z, production experience a plus, sales n marketing a plus, focused self development essential, again u open, open, open, hungry, driven, on the path...what does that mean to U; good me 2!...lol sence of humor a must....smile all the time with a smile, a must, sincere, with conviction ahh yea, hungry open, etc...btw there R no mistakes, only learning opps!


resumae u send, with short and brief despcript of a-z, what , where, why , how , who etc....


if u need more just keep reading...




Location: MEMORIAL -HEIGHTS- MONTRON N RIVER OAKS
it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
Compensation: base negotiable, flex and part time, per right person, daily and weekly bonuses, when u impress me!,,,so be impressive often! "

What???? I don't even know what they're asking for????

Four words; 'Say NO to drugs.'

Thank you, thank you. Since you guys liked my last one, here's some more bullshite:


"Videographer or Editor

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Reply to: minhdg@yahoo.com
Date: 2007-04-06, 7:45PM CDT


We are currently accepting videographer or editor applicants on contract basis.
Videographer – Experience preferred, and camcorder required.
Editor - Knowledge in Adobe Premiere is helpful.

Very flexible hours for Videographer's.

We require Videographer’s to shoot a demo and send it in with first contact.
Here are a few samples of what we require http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8oRuZZg-8U
www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8oRuZZg-8U

Here is a basic guideline to follow follow these guidelines and a job is almost guaranteed!

Proceed to intersection and film intersection

- Place hand in front of camera after every corner to distinguish start of the next corner
-Don’t shoot into sun
-Shoot Street Signs
-1 min 360 degree pan of intersection
-Shoot stores on intersection corners, only businesses.
-Shoot in 16:9 format, widescreen


Any applicants with a MiniDV or better can start today! Please contact for further inquiry.

Videographer -13/hr if own camera is used.
Editor - Contact and assessment of skills is required before discussion of compensation.

Please contact Ryan at 832-455-8190 email: bxn04@yahoo.com
Minh Dao, Email: mdao@videoquest.com





Compensation: 13.00 an Hour, contract only
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.
Please, no phone calls about this job!
Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests."

You know, I love these people who insist that I spend THOUSANDS of my own money for purchase/upkeep of professional gear just to get the privilege of earning $13/hr. At leat this guy is offering twice the lowest amount I have ever seen offered on Craigslist (besides "just for credit" of course), and I'm not lying: $7.50/hr (WITH GEAR!!!!!)