Thursday, January 19, 2012

Auditions: Thursday, January 19, 2012

This post contains auditions posted on Thursday, January 19, 2012.

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Voice Actor Needed for 60 Radio Spot ((Art Institute of Seattle)

I'm a student at the Art Institute, looking for voice actors to perform on a radio commercial that I'm working on. I'm looking for an experienced male and female for the parts. Possibly theatre students, that could use a voiceover piece for their portfolio?

If you have a sample recording of your work and are interested, email me with your info. I don't really have any budget to work with, but you'll get the finished piece to use when it's finished.

Reply to: gigs-3jaqv-2807159633@craigslist.org

Source: Craigslist

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Commercial-Featured Extras 50's-60's yrs old ONLY (Snoqualmie)

Needed: Featured extras Male and Female between 50-60 years old to work Jan. 25 and or Jan. 26 Classy and well kept! Please submit pictures/resume asap. Thanks!

Compensation: tb $150.00 plus

Reply to: gigs-5nymb-2806207116@craigslist.org

Source: Craigslist

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Host needed for corporate video (Seattle)

I am looking for a charismatic and professional on screen host for a corporate video. This is in pre-production, so no shooting date is set yet, but will most likely be a one day studio shoot with a talk show-style format. This is a paid gig, but I don't have an exact budget yet. Ideal candidate is between 30-40 years old, male or female and has a personable style with a touch of humor. If interested, please send your day rate, headshot, a link to prior on-screen work, and at least one reference from a production company you have worked with. If you cannot provide each of the above, please don't reply, as my client will need each to approve the job.

Compensation: Paid gig, budget not yet determined

Reply to: gigs-qrt8m-2806425755@craigslist.org

Source: Craigslist

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Part Time Video Editor (Downtown Seattle)

Are you a detail-oriented video editor and motion graphics professional with a strong emphasis in creative design?
Are you someone who thrives on working with creative editing projects?
Do you have the ability to work in a fast-paced collaborative environment and oversee multiple assignments quickly and successfully?

If this sounds like you, keep reading. . .

ProMotion Arts is a high energy, highly collaborative Seattle-based video production firm that is experiencing growth. We combine technology with talent to provide unique creative solutions for leading commercial and nonprofit clients. ProMotion Arts works with clients from project inception to completion.

The Editor collaborates with the producer and client to establish the comprehensive technical specifications, creative direction, and needs for the post-production process. The Editor oversees and is responsible for all aspects of the post production process on the specific projects that are assigned.

The major competency of the editing position is delivering quick and efficient editing and motion graphics that meet the quality standards of the company and its clients. Other requirements of the position include attention to detail, collaborative teamwork, and positive attitude. It is also necessary for the editor to be an advocate of technology for the company and its clients. The editor will work closely with the producer to ensure that project milestones are met.

This position oversees simultaneous projects through the post-production lifecycle and demands positive work ethic and attention to detail.

What You'll Be Doing:
• Oversee the entire post-production process and ensure that the project articulates the customer's vision
• Work with provided footage to develop a story within the parameters of the project.
• Experimenting with editing styles and graphic techniques that can be applied to projects
•Suggest or select music as necessary
• Perform quality control to ensure services and deliverables are up to quality standards.
• Work with producer and client to identify and collect all necessary elements for the edit
• Design and develop high-level graphics/motion graphics to enhance the edit.
• Often taking all creative freedom and responsibility for the end product.
• Correcting faulty footage, grading/coloring, and adding special effects to finished project.
• Attending client meetings to provide insight and creative direction.
• Ability to adapt to high-paced, challenging environment, prioritizing multiple assignments and maintaining a positive attitude.

What We Want From You:
• Excellent communicator, oral and written
• Creatively minded with a strong visual artistic ability
• Exceptional production editor with advanced skill in Final Cut
• Skilled motion graphics designer proficient with Adobe Creative Suite especially After Effects, Photoshop and media encoder.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office specifically Word and Excel
• High computer literacy with use of Mac
• Experience working with clients preferred
• Portfolio of work showcasing editing and motion graphics competencies
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and budgets
• Critical thinking and problem solving in developing a creative concept for a project.
• 2-3 years relevant experience
• Degree in Video Production or related topics a plus
• Team player with a great attitude

Compensation:
• $20-25/hr DOE
• Performance Bonus

Do This If You Want To Apply: (Read carefully. . . Our first cut of applications will be based on following directions!)
• No generic cover letters. . . Please!
• Reply to ad with subject line: Part Time Editor-Video Production
• Please answer the following questions in the body of the email. Keep in mind, a person is reading this letter. . . so, answer carefully.
1. What makes you want to apply to this job?
2. What is the most complex editing/motion graphics project you have worked on?
3. What is the most challenging part of editing?
4. What is your favorite movie and why?
5. Please provide 2 sentences explaining why you should get a phone interview.
• Attach a resume, do not add in the body of the email.
• Please do not call or email to ask about the status of your application. We will reach out to those we would like to review further.

Reply to: job-c2dab-2806785275@craigslist.org

Source: Craigslist

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