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We are currently looking to add to the crew of the feature film Born of Hope. We have almost completed principle photography and are now entering Post Production with a deadline for the premiere screening fast approaching.
Born of Hope has attracted people from around the world to join the team, even gaining support and interest from some of the original New Line Trilogy cast and crew members including Richard Taylor and the Oscar winning team at Weta Workshop, New Zealand.
“Amazing stuff. It's incredible to see what craftsmanship, sensitivity and attention to detail is being brought to bear on this ambitious project. Everything so far looks amazing and I can't wait to see the finished film”
Richard Taylor - Director/Effects Supervisor, Weta Workshop.
Due to copyright law no money can be made from this unlicensed film therefore this is a non profit production being created for free internet streaming for film fans worldwide. The entire cast and crew are giving their services for no financial gain because this is a project they believe in and a wonderful showcase for their work. We’re afraid that all positions are unpaid and therefore we need people willing to dedicate time and skill to a project they can become passionate about. We are drawing on the talents of many people from around the world and a number of companies are also assisting are also assisting us in our efforts to bring this wonderful production to life. By being a part of this film you will have your work seen by a large audience and gain the attention of a huge fan base with the opportunity of traveling to international conventions to promote the film. You will be working with a fantastic team of people, building contacts and hopefully friendships along the way.
Much more information about the film can be found on this website so please do have a look about.
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING: (CLICK ON EACH JOB FOR MORE INFO)
Please send your details (i.e. Name, Contact details, Location, Transport, Experience, Skills, demoreel and why you would like the position) to: bornofhope*at*yahoo.co.uk making the subject line "your name and which role you are applying for"
Post Production
We’re currently looking for talented matte painters to join our post production team.
You will (re) create photo realistic matte paintings that will be used in both fully CG shots and to enhance live action footage.
Ideally you are familiar in working with live action footage and rendered cg elements, comfortable with 2.5D / 3D projections and have basic knowledge of the compositing process (which is important for proper file management, flexibility when it comes to adjustments etc.).
Being able to produce concept art prior to matte creation is a huge plus.
We’re looking for pro-active, enthusiastic people who work well within a team environment and who have a professional attitude with regards to time management and image quality.
Please send a link to your online portfolio / showreel along with your application.
We’re currently looking for experienced technical directors who have a good knowledge of basic 3D areas, such as modelling, texturing, lighting and rendering.
Your tasks will span from previs / lookdev all the way to final asset creation (obviously not everything at once; these are just examples of what you can expect. If you have a particular preference please state it in your application).
Ideally you are comfortable with both technical and artistic aspects of CGI, pro-active and team oriented and have a professional attitude with regards to time and file management (e. g. naming conventions).
Please include a link to your online portfolio / demoreel in your application.
We’re currently looking for talented texture artists to join our team.
Your main goal will be to create photo realistic textures for mapping on to 3D objects. The textures will need to be created to a high level of realism and fit the requirements of the specific task (e.g. textures in relation to shading).
Ideally you will be able to create your own UV maps from provided models, or alternatively you’ll be able to communicate efficiently with the modeller to determine the optimal UV layout.
Proficiency in Photoshop required.
Experience in a 3D paint package, such as Bodypaint a plus
Experience in creating your own displacement / bump maps (e. g. with Photoshop/ Zbrush) would be ideal.
Please include a link to your online portfolio / demoreel in your application.
We’re currently looking for talented rotoscope artists to join our team.
We are looking to do background replacement in a lot of shots in the film and as this was not the original intention no green screen was used. Many of the shots are from fight scenes with a lot of foreground action, swords, hair, motion blur etc. Although we like to offer experience to those working their way up, VFX that look good and are seamless in the film are extremely important, therefore work considered low quality will not make it to the final cut.
Please include a link to your online portfolio / demoreel in your application.
BoH was shot on HD and HDV using a number of different cameras, with and without a 35mm adapter, different operators and in varying weather conditions. All this has been edited together and needs a skilled hand to make it all look seamless and with the best film look that we can achieve.
Please include a link to your online portfolio / demoreel in your application.
Editor/Producer - Documentary/Behind the Scenes
We are currently interested in finding one or more people who have experience in putting together behind the scenes featurettes and documentaries. We have a lot of footage that we would like to be combining with cast and crew interviews, photo slide shows and other material to create both a lasting memoir of the production but also an interesting insight of the filming process for film fans. There is the option of taking on either the odd small featurette or a longer documentary which might be useful for people with varying free time.
Please include a link to your online portfolio / demoreel in your application.