Elastic Lab Filmmaker Qualifications

Our filmmaker network consists of five groups, organized roughly by experience and equipment.

Independent Filmmaker

Accomplished film veteran with a completed documentary, feature or short. Owns or has access to professional equipment and able to assemble a crew. Open to new methods of production and distribution. URL with work samples required.

Commercial Producer

Established production house with camera, audio, lighting and grip equipment. Employs or contracts an in-house producer and crew. URL with work samples required.

Freelance Crew

2+ years of crew experience with strong camera knowledge. Proven lighting and production skills. URL with work samples required.

Film Student

Education or training in filmmaking and production. Shoots skillfully in natural light. URL with work samples strongly preferred.

Enthusiast

Currently makes and shares videos. Has a desire to learn.

Eligibility

Filmmakers must be eighteen years (18) old.

Applicants must own and be proficient with a high-quality digital video camera. Professionals: late-model professional or prosumer cameras. Students and amateurs: late-model prosumer or consumer cameras. (Please note: We do not accept alternative cameras such as Flips or cell phones.)