Line Producer, Psychological Thriller Short

BlockReel; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch on set

Job summary

BlockReel in Los Angeles is seeking a motivated Line Producer for a dark psychological thriller short. The role focuses on keeping the production on budget while safeguarding creative vision and coordinating a tight shoot schedule.

The independent project targets festival circuits, with a 5-6 day shoot tentatively planned for mid-October 2026 and 1-2 weeks of prep. You’ll collaborate closely with the director and team to ensure a smooth process from pre-production through wrap.

Qualifications

• Entry‑level candidate with strong organizational skills.
• Prior experience in production coordination or assistant roles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the budget.
• Oversee scheduling.
• Coordinate logistics for the Los Angeles shoot.
• Secure permits.
• Handle crew payroll.
• Work with the director and team to ensure a smooth production from pre-production through wrap.

Skills

Budget management

Scheduling

Logistics coordination

Team collaboration

Job description

Line Producer, Psychological Thriller Short

A dark, intense psychological thriller short film, exploring themes of isolation and paranoia, is seeking a motivated Line Producer. This independent production offers a compelling script and a dedicated team, aiming for festival circuits. We need someone who can keep us on track and on budget without sacrificing creative vision. Key responsibilities include managing the budget, overseeing scheduling, coordinating logistics for our Los Angeles shoot, securing permits, and handling crew payroll. You'll be working closely with the director and the rest of the team to ensure a smooth production process from pre-production through wrap. We're looking for an entry‑level candidate with a strong organizational skillset and a passion for independent film. Prior experience in production coordination or assistant roles is a plus. Please submit a resume outlining your relevant experience. The shoot is approximately 5-6 days, tentatively scheduled for mid October 2026, with 1-2 weeks of prep starting immediately. We're offering $500-800 per day, depending on experience.

Budget Range

$500-800/day

• Lunch will be provided on set.