Graduate student at Temple University seeking dedicated student crew for a short psychological horror film shooting in the Philadelphia area. This is a non-union student production intended for festival submission and community broadcast.

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## Project Description

This short psychological horror film follows a young woman unraveling under the weight of suppressed trauma and distorted perception. As reality begins to fracture, the line between internal fear and external threat becomes increasingly unstable. The film prioritizes atmosphere, tension, and character-driven unease.

While the focus is psychological, there are select moments of gore; however, it is not excessive and is used purposefully within the narrative.

The completed film is expected to air on PhillyCAM in addition to festival submissions.

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Shoot Dates: March 2-4 and March 7 | 4 days (must be available for all dates)
Shoot Location: Philadelphia, PA
Compensation: Volunteer (meals + credit + footage)

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Positions & Brief Descriptions

Director of Photography / Cinematographer
Leads visual execution, lighting design, and camera language to establish psychological tone.

Camera Operator(s)
Operates camera under the DP’s direction. May have the opportunity to appear in small on-screen roles if interested.

Sound Mixer
Oversees on-set audio recording and ensures clean dialogue capture essential for suspense.

Boom Operator / Sound Assistant
Manages boom mic placement and assists sound department. May have the opportunity to appear in small on-screen roles if interested.

Film Editor (Post-Production)
Shapes pacing, tension, and narrative structure in collaboration with the director.

Production Assistant(s)
Supports departments as needed and helps maintain efficient set operations. May have the opportunity to appear in small on-screen roles if interested.

G&E Assistant
Assists with lighting setups and controlled atmospheric environments.

Experience is encouraged but not required. Reliability, professionalism, and a collaborative mindset are essential.

Perks
• Meals provided on all shoot days
• On-screen and IMDb credit
• Behind-the-scenes footage and stills
• Access to footage for reels
• Structured graduate-level production experience
• Networking opportunities
• Potential small on-screen appearance (if interested and appropriate)

I am happy to discuss the project further with serious inquiries.

To apply, please email: [email protected]