Junior Production Designer for Indie Feature - Build Your Portfolio

BlockReel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 1,500 - 3,500; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Credit in film

Portfolio development

Job summary

BlockReel is casting an entry-level Production Designer for an upcoming independent feature set in modern-day Los Angeles. You will translate the vision with the Director and Cinematographer, managing set dressing, props, and visual continuity while keeping the design grounded and authentic.

The role emphasizes storytelling through design, an artistic eye, and strong organization. Prior student film work is a plus; deferment with backend percentage participation applies, with prep in October

Qualifications

• Portfolio or reel required.
• Some prior experience on student films or shorts is a plus.
• Basic tools for set dressing and prop handling are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Source and acquire set pieces and props.
• Oversee placement and maintain visual tone on set.
• Collaborate with Director and Cinematographer to realize the vision.

Skills

Portfolio review

Organizational skills

Set dressing

Prop handling

Storytelling through design

Tools

Basic design tools

Job description

BlockReel is casting an entry-level Production Designer for an upcoming independent feature set in modern-day Los Angeles. You will translate the vision with the Director and Cinematographer, managing set dressing, props, and visual continuity while keeping the design grounded and authentic.

The role emphasizes storytelling through design, an artistic eye, and strong organization. Prior student film work is a plus; deferment with backend percentage participation applies, with prep in October