Cinematographer + Sound Operator

Employer: Amstell Films Ltd
Location: London [view map]
Duration: 4 days, starts 7th June 2010



THE HONEY TRAP: WHAT GOES AROUND COMES AROUND

Log-Line:
The Honey Trap is a dark, psychological thriller about bloody revenge within a love triangle.

Synopsis:
Londoner Stan Stool has a severely broken heart after finding out his wife has cheated on him. He becomes unstable, aggressive and obsessed with bloody revenge. In the midst of Stan’s vengeance he meets and sleeps with a beautiful women called Jade. Ironically and unexpectedly, Jade murders Stan for a reason far greater than revenge.

Amstell Films Ltd (c)


Apply to: James Amstell

An interesting project, may be a good means of getting into the industry and getting my name known. I quite like the idea to work with smaller production companies due to how a smaller crew will mean for a higher chance of getting known and networking

UK film festivals

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In-house Office Runner Position

Region: London
Job Type: Production & Editorial, Runner
Genre:
Start Date: Not set

Full Job Description Date posted: 20th March 2010 Applications to date: 35
We are looking to recruit a new in-house office runner. This is a trainee position, so applicants do not need previous TV production experience, but it would be helpful if you have had some exposure to the media industry or a proven interest in the sector.
A specific training fund will be provided for the benefit of this post. The salary for this position is £300 per week.
Position is to start in the next few weeks.

In your application, please tell us :

1) Why you want to work in the television industry

2) Your current availability

3) About any previous office experience you have had

4) That you saw this posting in Broadcast Freelancer



JOB DESCRIPTION

Tea and Lunch Runs
Replenishing stationery cupboards and general tidying
Requesting and returning archive boxes
Archive Logging
Opening and distributing office post
Ordering taxis and couriers
Photocopying and scanning
Welcoming new starters
Clearing production space
General production support when required
Reception Cover
DVD copying and dubbing bay cover
Occasional production running on location or in studio



EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Proven strong verbal and written communication skills
Confidence and ability to talk to people at all levels
Proven IT skills – use of Microsoft word/ Excel and good typing skills


PERSON SPECIFICATION

Proactive, organized, calm, methodical worker
Work using own initiative and well within a team
Good sense of humour, can do attitude, and bags of enthusiasm

Job Location Information
London



This is a position which i think would be an option if it was nearer to the north. At £300 a week the salary is reasonable but to live in london would not cover much more than living costs. There is no apparent 'step up' but i presume this is a method of gaining experience which leads to better positions being offered. However this does some to entail many different areas which could mean the whole term of employment involves no actual camera operation.

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Personal Statement

Cinematography is not only a skill but also a passion; it is a great creative outlet, which is challenging but more important than that it is highly gratifying whether working on personal briefs or professional. Being interested in photography, cameras and lighting has meant design and cinematography have always been of the utmost interest. An ND in Graphic Design helped further skills and critical knowledge, which enthused and guided me towards moving image. Having worked extensively with green screen, track and dolly, crane arms, stedicam and similar systems during my degree has lead to a level of proficiency in using most film related equipment. My personal area of interest lies within camera operation, technical skills and equipment knowledge. I have good patience, attention to detail and have the ability to work under direction. The idea of working in an ever-changing industry with constant progression, which needs continued professional development is one, which would lead to great personal gratification.
Visual Effects are also a passion of mine, i enjoy the process of taking raw footage and using it along with other pre-composed pieces of work whether it be CG or other elements to create something which is highly visually exciting. I am used to colour grading seen as i work with my own camera which is a 550d/Rebel T2i.