Los Angeles remains the largest concentration of feature, episodic, and commercial production in the United States. From studio lots in Burbank and Culver City to independent shoots across the Eastside, crew positions turn over weekly across every department.
Feature Film · Production Design · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers, stunt coordinator Ben here. We're looking for a passionate, entry-level Production Designer for an upcoming independent feature film here in Los Angeles. This is an...
Feature Film · Production Design · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers, I'm a cinematographer on an upcoming independent feature and we're looking for a talented Production Designer to join our crew. This is a character-driven drama wit...
Web Series · Production Design · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers, I'm Ricky, a playback op, and I'm looking for a talented Production Designer to join our small, independent web series. We're developing a surreal comedy-drama, thi...
Pilot · Sound Design · Los Angeles, CA
We are seeking a talented Sound Designer for an upcoming independent drama pilot. This project is a character-driven story with a surreal tone, exploring themes of memory and loss....
Commercial · Cinematography · Los Angeles, CA
Hey all, I'm a Cinematographer seeking a talented, experienced Gaffer to join my crew for an upcoming commercial project in Los Angeles. This spot is for a tech startup, showcasing...
Pilot · Art Department · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers, I'm a SFX Makeup Artist staffing up for an independent sci-fi pilot shooting soon in Los Angeles. We're looking for an Art Assistant to join our fun and dedicated a...
Pilot · Cinematography · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers of LA, I'm working with an independent production on an upcoming dramatic pilot and we're looking for a skilled 1st Assistant Camera. This project is a gritty, chara...
Short Film · Screenwriting · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, Victor Langston here, Key Grip on an exciting new short film project. We're looking for a talented mid-level screenwriter to help us bring our vision to life. This is...
Short Film · Art Department · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, David here. I'm currently editing an exciting independent sci-fi short film and we're looking for a talented Art Director to join our team. This is a visually driven ...
Corporate Video · Post-Production · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, I'm Leah Sinclair, Post-Production Supervisor on an upcoming corporate video project for a well-known wellness brand. We're looking for a skilled editor to join our t...
Documentary · Production · Los Angeles, CA
Hey all, I'm Sierra, a Hair Dept. Head here in LA, working on an upcoming independent documentary project and we're looking to bring on a Gaffer or Best Boy/Girl Electric. This doc...
Short Film · Art Department · Los Angeles, CA
Hey, fellow filmmakers. I'm helping out a friend who's directing an ambitious sci-fi short and we're looking for an Art Assistant to join our team. It's a really cool concept, sort...
Corporate Video · Locations · Los Angeles, CA
I'm a Hair Department Head looking for a proactive Location Manager to join our corporate video production. We're creating a series of engaging, inspiring spotlight videos for a te...
Feature Film · Production Design · Los Angeles, CA
Independent production seeking a talented Mid-Level Production Designer for an upcoming character-driven drama feature film. It's a gritty, grounded story with a unique visual lang...
Pilot · Camera · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers, Grace Nakamura here. We're looking for a skilled A Cam Operator for an upcoming independent sci-fi pilot. This project is a visually rich, character-driven drama se...
Feature Film · VFX · Los Angeles, CA
Looking for a talented Mid-Level VFX Artist to join our independent feature film production in Los Angeles. This is an ambitious drama with strong fantasy elements, think grounded ...
Short Film · Line Producing · Los Angeles, CA
Seeking an experienced Line Producer for an upcoming independent short film in the Los Angeles area. This drama, with strong comedic undertones, explores themes of connection and f...
Pilot · Art Department · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, I'm Sierra, a Hair Department Head on an exciting new pilot and we're looking for a Senior Art Director to join our team. This is an independent production, a dark co...
Short Film · Lighting · Los Angeles, CA
Hey film fam, I'm Dale (lead Electrician on set) and I’m looking for a talented Gaffer to join our crew for an upcoming sci-fi drama short film. This is a passion project with a un...
Music Video · Art Department · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, Rosa here. I'm helping out a friend who needs a talented Senior Art Director for an upcoming music video. It's a really cool project, a high-energy indie pop track wi...
Web Series · Production · Los Angeles, CA
Hey filmmakers, we're looking for a skilled and enthusiastic 1st Assistant Camera to join our independent web series production. This is a thrilling sci-fi action series with some ...
Pilot · Production · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, I'm a Post-Production Supervisor putting together a pilot for a sci-fi drama, imagine Black Mirror with a more intimate, character-driven feel. It explores how techno...
Music Video · Color Grading · Los Angeles, CA
Hey everyone, Alex here. I'm a 2nd AC working on an exciting independent music video and we're on the hunt for a talented Colorist to join our crew. This project is a visually driv...
Feature Film · Art Department · Los Angeles, CA
Hey LA Art Department folks, I'm Garrett Stone, a Prop Master on an exciting upcoming independent feature film, and we're looking for a skilled Art Coordinator to join our team. Th...
Los Angeles offers the deepest talent pool, the broadest vendor ecosystem (rentals, post houses, stages), and the highest density of signatory productions in North America. Most working crew live within a one-hour drive of the major studio zones, which keeps day-call hires practical and same-week starts common.
Rates in Los Angeles split into three rough tiers: union signatory (rate-card based on local and budget tier), non-union scripted at indie and commercial scale, and low-budget short form. Day rates climb sharply with stage work, night premiums, and turnaround penalties. Always confirm whether a posting is union, fi-core friendly, or non-union before applying.
Most non-union work in LA flows through commercials, music videos, low-budget features, and streamer-funded indie projects. Build credits across these formats, get referrals from department heads, and accumulate the days required to qualify for IATSE roster placement when the time comes.
Burbank, Culver City, Hollywood, and Studio City contain the largest studio lots. Commercial and indie production also clusters in Downtown LA, the Arts District, and the Eastside (Frogtown, Atwater).
Most productions hire local crew to avoid travel and per diem costs. If you are outside the LA area, postings usually note 'local hire only' or specify a zone (Zone 1 vs Zone 2). Out-of-town hires happen for department heads and specialists, not day-play roles.