Hitchhiker
- Project Type: Independent Short
- Pay Status: Paid
- Production Company / Studio: Aurum Company
- Location: Burton
- Start Date: Friday, April 11, 2025
- Shooting Schedule: 2 Days
- Wrap Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
- Producer(s): Chap Edmonson
- Director: Scott Rice
- Writer(s): Samantha Walker
Paid Positions:
Boom Operator, Field Mixer, Make-Up Artist, and Wardrobe
About the Project:
"Hitchhiker" is an independent short film that delves into themes of unexpected encounters. Set against the backdrop of rural Texas, it tells the story of a chance meeting that alters the course of two strangers' lives.
What We Offer:
Experience: An opportunity to work on a passionate project with a dedicated team, providing valuable on-set experience.
Networking: Collaborate with professionals and enthusiasts in the film industry, expanding your professional network.
Credit: All crew members will receive appropriate film credits for their roles.
Requirements:
Availability: Prep day, April 10 | Shoot dates, April 11-12, 2025.
Experience: Previous experience in the desired role is preferred but not mandatory. A strong passion for indie filmmaking and a collaborative attitude are essential.
Transportation: Reliable means to commute to and from the set in Barton, Texas.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and the position you're interested in to cedmonson@aurumbranding.com by March 31, 2025. Include "Hitchhiker Crew Application – [Position]" in the subject line.
Note: This is a low-budget independent production. While we aim to provide a professional and enriching experience, please be aware that compensation may be limited.
Submit resumes to:
cedmonson@aurumbranding.com
As with any workplace, the film and television industries can present a wide range of potential occupational health and safety hazards to workers. The Texas Film Commission expects all productions, regardless of budget to employ best practices such as establishing a workplace harassment prevention policy as well as maintaining overall industry safety standards in order to encourage and accomplish safety on set. Please visit the Safety On Set page for additional industry safety resources as well as information about employee rights and laws in Texas.
Project posted March 24, 2025