Public Classifieds and Announcements - Get The (D-)Word Out!

Our production company is selling 2 of our Canon HV30 HDV cameras. Barely used (was only used on a 2-day indoor shoot). Shoots 1080 24p or 1080 60i. Fantastic handheld HD camera for documentaries.

Each camera sells new for $720 on Amazon . We are selling them for $350 each with 2 additional batteries, a pack of brand-new HDV tapes, and a screw-on wide angle lens from Panasonic.

Send us an email to contact[at]filmforthought[dot]com if you are interested, would like to see more photos or would like to come by to test it out.

In reply to Beth Levison's post on Mon 4 Mar 2013 : Hi Beth! Did you find your fixer for Tunisia? If not, let me know- I have some Tunisians friends who might be able to help + I know Tunisians (19 years old)- who were high school students during the revolution and very involved. Also would be interested in working with you on this if you are still in production (see my profile- having worked in Morocco)

CRSM CHRISTIAN RAPE SURVIVOR MINISTRY
this is a new program that i have thought of and with everyones help we can get it off the ground and spread coast to coast
i want to be able to feed shelter and otherwise help survivors of abuse rather it be rape incest sexual abuse as a child sra sa domestic violence physical abuse of a child or anything else
i need to have security guards i need to have therapist and i need a building to do all that i need someone to help me write my book and make a movie thereof the book and donations from the public that can be obtained thru giveforward.com/crsm so i have approx. 120 days on the giveforward site to raise the money and hopefully from there already be in the process of finishing the book and movie

Hi everyone,
I am in search of a documentary professional to provide a documentary video in support of the President' Emergency Plan for AIDs Relief (PEPFAR). This service includes the following: A 10 minute documentary based on information that consist of PEPFAR; Edited 2-3 minute and 5 minute clips; Short clips that can be imbedded and cited in remarks or presentations delivered by PEPFAR or other U. S. Government Officials; and Short clips that can be uploaded to PEPFAR social media channels (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, etc.). All completed footages shall become the property of the U.S. government. The final products must be 508 compliant and be accompanied by a full transcript.

The countries listed shall be visited to collect footages for the documentary are:
Botswana
South Africa
Zimbabwe
Cote d'Ivoire
Cambodia
Vietnam
Haiti
Dominican Republic
Kenya
Malawi
Rwanda.

The PEPFAR documentary shall be launched in advance of World AIDS day, December 1, 2013
All shooting and editing must be completed by October 15, 2013.

Additional requirement:
responsible for providing a transcript, with the Government responsible for any requirements to translate the documentary.
There are no Security Requirements.

It's anticipated that this requirement will be awarded for a nine month period, with the period of performance starting June 1, 2013 through February 15, 2014, with a due date of October 15, 2013 for Documentary.

If interested please contact me at bbrown@totalnetworksinc.com or 301-868-2333 ASAP. US Citizens only.

Wanted you to know I've just posted a new episode of my podcast series "The Real Stuff". It's a free podcast of interviews with the creators of unscripted tv and film, in case you forgot.

This episode's guest is editor Jason Spencer.

You can listen/download off my site: www.darrencoyle.com or subscribe to it on iTunes. ENJOY!

Calling all UK-based independent producers, writers, and filmmakers! Join the New York Television Festival at BAFTA on 14 June for an afternoon of free panels, screenings and networking events focused on emerging trends, digital content and keys to breaking into the US marketplace. Featuring speakers from MSN, Blinkbox, ChannelFlip, Broadcast, C21Media.net, FutureMedia, We R Interactive, and more. Register and find out all the details here: http://nytvf.com/2013_london.html

Hi Filmmakers!

I am conducting a 1-day seminar on Documentary Storytelling on June 22th in Los Angeles. All welcome to register. Limited seats.

If you'd like more information about the seminar, feel free to contact me. Info at www.jakevanvuuren.com

I am also willing to talk via phone/Skype about your project and determine how you can benefit from the seminar.

Thanks!

Jake

Hey guys, I'm a writer who has never dabbled in Documentary work. I however have a new project that revolves around a Documentary type production. I was hoping to pick the brain of a few professionals who know the ropes a bit. First and foremost about approaching and interviewing people to be your film. Anyone who has some good advice or knows of a website that details some great techniques would be amazing. Thanks in advance!

I'm looking for a freelance Wordpress developer to do minor updates on a couple sites a few time per month. Please contact me at michael@thoughtfulrobot.com if you're interested or if you have any recommendations. thanks, Michael

In reply to Kris Kilduff's post on Tue 28 May 2013 :

Kris, we try our best to discourage double posting. So answers to your question (and it's a good one) should stay in The Mentoring Room topic, where it more appropriately belongs.

Washington DC-area folks, here are some upcoming professional development programs coming up at Docs In Progress. All take place at our space in Silver Spring. Space is limited, so advanced registration is highly recommended.

This Saturday, June 1 – The Art of the Interview Workshop
2:00-5:00 pm
There are many ways to shoot an interview. It’s important to make a decision early in terms of what stylistic approach you have for your film and what style of interview works best. In this half-day workshop, we will look at different approaches to interviews and also discuss why directors choose a specific style for a specific documentary. The workshop lead by Adele Schmidt includes both case studies in effective interviews and an opportunity for participants to set up a “formal” interview, and learn what to consider when setting up and filming an interview.
Fee: $115 ($105 for Docs Insiders and WIFV/TIVA members if you use the code WTDOCS when registering)
More info and to register

Thursday, June 6 – Creative Approaches to Historical Documentary Panel
6:30-8:30 pm
As documentary filmmaking continues to evolve, so too do approaches to dealing with historical documentaries, sometimes by choice and sometimes by necessity. We are pleased to welcome three Docs In Progress alums (Donald Plata, Jason Osder, and Gillian Willman) who have found creative approaches to telling their stories — using archival materials, animation, and re-enactment as the centerpieces of their storytelling.
Fee: $10 if register/pay online by June 6 at 3 pm. $20 at the door.
More info and to register

Saturday, June 8 – Backpack Filmmaker: a Workshop in Shooting Solo
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Are you shooting your own documentary? Want to know how to improve your camerawork and sound while still maintaining your composure as a director? How to maximize the quality of your filmmaking when you are working with a small DV camera and basic lighting and sound equipment? This hands-on workshop, taught by Jon Adelman, will help you get great visuals and decent sound. You will learn how to frame the documentary interview, how to effectively use both natural and artificial light inside and outside, and how to produce good sound — all using the most basic tools available. We’ll provide digital video cameras to work with or you can bring your own.
Fee: $250 (earlybird through June 1), $275 thereafter.
More info and to register

Hey everyone,

How are you? I just launched a kickstarter campaign for a new documentary I am currently directing. The money will go towards completing the film.
The film is about a guy who gives away everything he owns and travels to every state in the country (even Alaska & Hawaii!) to help families, mostly strangers with their lives. From building barns to teaching school. From cleaning up after tornados to preventing floods. He meets ordinary people who all seem to live extraordinary lives.
Unfortunately, he also meets a woman and gets married during his yearlong journey. But, for as much as he helps others – only he can help himself out of a heartbreaking relationship.
Here is the link below to provide more info on the kickstarter.

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/serfbliss/serfbliss-documentary

I hope you can help. If not, no worries. But it is a very interesting project that has helped many.

Thanks,

Jeff

Jeff, you probably would want to post this in the Crowdfunding Topic instead of Public Classifieds.

I am reaching out to you in the hope that someone may be able to help us or point us in the direction of a fellow filmmaker.
We are in the process of launching a fundraising campaign on Indiegogo.com for our children's school Open Source Learning on Kaua'i. The school is based on the Sudbury School model, which is unique in education as it gives children complete intellectual freedom, is a living democracy in which each child has the power to make vital decisions for themselves and every aspect of their school.
You can find out more about the school here:
http://www.openkauai.com
We would like the help of a film maker in creating a short video for the fundraising campaign. Open Source Learning is registered non-profit, therefore the donation of services to the school is fully tax deductible.
Are you able to be of assistance or know someone who could?
We are passionate about our school, which is on the leading edge of education and fosters choice, creativity and free thinking. The success of this fundraising campaign is vitally important to the survival of the school.
Maybe someone is traveling to Kaua'i and could donate their time and expertise, it would be appreciated beyond words!
Thank you for taking a look at this.
Much aloha,
Katja
larimarland@earthlink.net

In reply to Niam Itani's post on Sat 1 Jun 2013 :
okay. thanks.

I'm looking for an office space next week, June 10th – June 14th, in NYC. I just need something for 2 people to do editing (we have all of our own equipment) – just something that has a desk and a couple of chairs. Manhattan & Brooklyn accessible is ideal. Thanks!!

The UnionDocs Collaborative Studio (CoLAB) is a 10 month program for a select group of media artists from the US and abroad. Based in one of NYC's most exciting neighborhoods, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, CoLAB offers a platform for exploring contemporary approaches to the documentary arts and a process for developing an innovative collaborative project. The program consists of weekly production meetings, seminars, screenings and other public programs, along with regular masterclasses and critiques with visiting artists. Key benefits include:

- Dynamic interaction among a network of talented peers.
- Direct exchange with visiting artists and industry experts.
- A structured environment for research and experimentation.
- Mentoring on the production of original work and regular group critique.
- Exhibition opportunities for the year's collaborative project.

CoLAB is a new and alternative fellowship model, offering residency and visa support for six participants coming from abroad and an equal number of spots for local, non-resident participants. It is designed to be affordable and, although participants are asked to make the CoLAB their primary creative focus, the schedule does accommodate full-time or freelance work. Rather than applying with a project proposal or rough cut, all participants are selected on the basis of previous work and enter the program at square one, open to discovery and fresh connections.

The CoLAB has been presenting original work at premiere venues such as MoMA’s Documentary Fortnight, TEDxBrooklyn, BAMcinemafest, the Harvard Film Archive, the Visible Evidence Conference, Camden International Film Festival, Hot Docs, and Direktorenhaus, Berlin, among other venues.

We expect a very competitive group of applicants, representing some of the most exciting emerging talents in documentary. Applications close next week: June 15!
http://bit.ly/1889ugL

Looking for a good DP and sound person in Toronto for a 1 day shoot for a documentary in the next two weeks. Please email me at gracefulz@aol.com if you know of anyone. Thanks!

i'm also looking for affordable webmaster/person, who can do simple updates
and easy design changes.

please contact me at:
goroto22(at)hotmail(dot)com

thanks.
goro

Hey, I am looking for street teams to help hand out flyers at the Mermaid Parade. 11-7 in Coney Island on Saturday the 22nd. I pay, buy lunch and provide subway fare. Perfect for film students or budding NYC doc filmmakers – and you get to see the film! email Amy at amybnicholson@mac.com

Docs In Progress and the International Documentary Association will be hosting a Documentary Community Happy Hour this Thursday from 5:30-8:00 pm at Busboys and Poets (5th & K) in Washington DC.

Docs In Progress has been holding these annual social gatherings every year to bring together the local and visiting documentary film community, as well as all our film aficionado friends during the Silverdocs (now AFI DOCS) Film Festival. We are thrilled this year to be holding this event in Washington DC and partnering with the IDA which has been promoting and advocating for documentary filmmakers from around the world for more than 30 years.

WHEN?
Thursday Jun 20, 2013 from 5:30-8:00 PM

WHERE?
Busboys and Poets
Cullen Room
1025 5th St NW
Washington DC

Note: Busboys and Poets has multiple locations. This is taking place at the 5th & K location. This is only a 10-15 minute walk from many of AFI DOCS DC screening venues, and about a 5-10 minute walk from the Gallery Place or Mt. Vernon Square Metro stations.

ADMISSION
While this is a free event, Docs In Progress will also be kicking off its summer crowdfunding campaign to support our ongoing programs to serve the local documentary film community. We’ll have some special perks available only at this event to for the earlybirds who help us kick off the campaign. So bring your credit cards!

More details and RSVP link at http://docsinprogress.org/events/118/documentary-happy-hour-at-busboys-poets/

Thoughtful Robot Productions is seeking intern(s) to assist mostly with post-production needs. Responsibilities will vary depending on individual’s skills but will include capturing and editing using Final Cut, media management, basic web updates, and research. There may be opportunities to assist on local shoots in NYC as well.

Skills: Proficiency in Final Cut is a must. Experience with Compressor, Photoshop, DVD Studio, and Wordpress all a plus.

The ideal candidate will be: bright, enthusiastic, self-motivated, detail-oriented, interested in the editorial process and documentary filmmaking – able to give 10-20 hours per week to the project (schedule flexible, open to discussion).

The position is unpaid, but we’ll cover transportation and working meals. School credit, general mentorship/advice, and credit on the final films will certainly be provided to excellent interns. Our office/studio is located in East Williamsburg off the Grand St. L stop.

Please send your cover letter and resume, indicating your availability as well as your aspirations in the world of filmmaking to info@thoughtfulrobot.com.

About TRP:
Thoughtful Robot Productions is committed to crafting compelling social justice films that galvanize change. In 2005 Caught in an Injustice, a one-hour documentary broadcast on Spanish national television received Special Mention of the Jury at the 15th International TV3/Actual Awards. In 2010, Gerthy’s Roots, shot on location in Haiti about a community driven reforestation initiative, won the Mandela Day Tribeca All Access Award. Give Up Tomorrow (www.giveuptomorrow.com), seven years in the making, about a young man wrongfully convicted and sentenced to death in the Philippines, premiered at the 2011 Tribeca Film Festival and won the Audience Award and a Special Jury Prize for Best New Director. It was broadcast worldwide, including on PBS in the US, and BBC in the UK.

Hi all,

Looking for someone to shoot a press conference next week in Memphis, TN. Pretty straight forward shoot – plug into sound board for audio. If you know anyone in the area, please reach out to me asap...thanks!

Ciao everybody, My name is Domenico Nesci, i am an International TV Host, i am developing a crazy documentary with an Emmy award winner, the subject is very hot and current, we are in need to partner with a great production company based in LA, is anybody interested ?

In reply to John Mounier's post on Tue 18 Jun 2013 :

It's been a few years since I worked with Clay but he's good and based in Memphis.

http://www.clayelderproductions.com