We'd like to help spread the word about a great opportunity for those who want to work in the New Mexico Film Industry. The following is a press release from the New Mexico Film Office:
"The New Mexico Film Office is pleased to announce NM FILMMAKERS MENTORSHIPS, made possible by JTIP for Film and Multimedia. The Mentorship Program is open to New Mexico residents age 18 and older, who wish to advance their film careers by shadowing professional above-the-line or specialty talent on major productions. Mentorship is available for the following positions:
Director, Producer, Writer, Editor, Production Designer, Line Producer, Unit Production Manager, Production Supervisor, Script Supervisor, Casting Director, Story Board Artist, Sound Looping.
The pilot program will take place on a major television series shooting in Albuquerque from June through November 2008. We are now seeking applicants who are willing and able to commit a minimum of twenty days, maximum of sixty days, on the production during that time. The application is attached.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: JUNE 2, 2008 @ 5:00 PM
Questions: please email nm.filmmakers@nmfilm.com or call 505-476-5600."
To learn more about the NM Filmmakers Program, visit the New Mexico Film Office Website: http://nmfilm.com/locals/nm-filmmakers/