INTRODUCTION TO ASSISTANT EDITING
NOVAC:BR is now accepting applications for Introduction to Assistant Editing, a two-day film
industry workforce training scheduled for January 17-January 18, 2015 9am – 4pm at The
Creative Bloc in downtown Baton Rouge. The Baton Rouge Film Industry Workforce Training
Program is designed for Louisiana residents seeking immediate employment and long-term
careers in the growing local film industry. Accepted applicants will be trained in basic editing
including project set-up, importing and organizing media, using clips and markers, transitions,
work flow and more. Upon graduation from the course, attendees will receive job placement
support.
Introduction to Assistant Editing is a competitive program with limited enrollment. Interested
applicants should submit a resume and completed application to elizabeth@novacvideo.org
(or via mail to NOVAC:BR 804 Main Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70801) by FRIDAY,
JANUARY 9 at 5pm. Upon receipt of your application and resume, NOVAC:BR will email you
to schedule a 10-minute phone interview. Applicants will receive email notification of their
acceptance to the program on THURSDAY, JANUARY 15.
**PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST COMPLETE THE SELF DECLARATION OF INCOME FORM
in full – this is the last page of the application. NOVAC:BR is required to file this
information per our grant guidelines. Please report your personal income only. If you do
not have an income you will be asked to provide supporting documentation as proof.
Students will be asked to provide a copy of their student ID.**
Late or incomplete applications will not receive a phone interview. You must be a resident of
Baton Rouge to apply. Questions can be directed to NOVAC:BR at 504-308-1420 x.104, or
elizabeth@novacvideo.org.
The Baton Rouge Film Industry Workforce Training Program is a NOVAC program developed
with support of the Mayor’s Office of Community Development in Baton Rouge. This program
is funded through a Community Development Block Grant, with the goal to create economic
opportunities for Baton Rouge residents.
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
FULL NAME:
______________________________________________________________________________
RESIDENCE ADDRESS:
_____________________________________________________________________
CITY: __________________________________________ STATE: ____________ ZIP:
_________________
PHONE: ____________________________________ EMAIL:
______________________________________
** NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST BE RESIDENTS OF EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH
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How many years have you been a resident?______
Proof of Residency (Choose one):___ LA State ID ____ LA Driver’s License ____ Utility Bill ___
Lease
THE BASICS
1. Do you have a car? YES
NO
2. Do you have an email account you can access daily? YES
3. Are you comfortable working 12-16 hour days? YES
4. Do you have a smartphone? YES
NO
NO
NO
5. Do you have a valid driver’s license? YES
NO
6. Are you currently employed or in school full time? YES
NO
7. If yes, where and in what position? ________________________________________________
8. Do you have any physical limitations that may impede your ability to work? YES
NO
9. if so, please explain: _____________________________________________________
EDUCATION
HIGHEST LEVEL OF EDUCATION
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School / Training Center:
____________________________________________________________________
Major / Area of Study: ___________________________________________ Dates of study:
____________
PREVIOUS EDUCATION
School / Training Center:
____________________________________________________________________
Major / Area of Study: ___________________________________________ Dates of study:
____________
OBJECTIVES AND MOTIVATION
Please use the space below to explain your interest in the program, your career objectives in film, and
applicable experience for production accounting work.
Are you currently a NOVAC member? YES
NO
GENDER:
MALE
Have you received any previous film industry workforce training through NOVAC? YES
FEMALE
NO
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
 In School
Unemployed
Part-time Employed Full Time Employed
 Employed in the film industry  Other (explain)_____________________________________
NAME YOUR CURRENT EMPLOYER/JOB: __________________________________________________
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
HAVE YOU EVER WORKED IN THE FILM INDUSTRY BEFORE?
YES
NO
Please list any previous film industry experience below. Use the back of this page if you need more room.
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WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS FOR TODAY’S TRAINING?
WHAT ARE YOUR LONG-TERM EMPLOYMENT GOALS?
PLEASE ALSO COMPLETE THE SELF-DECLARATION OF INCOME ON THE NEXT PAGE. THIS
IS AN APPLICATION REQUIRED BY HUD, WHO PROVIDES THE FUNDING FOR THIS PROGRAM.
PLEASE BE CANDID ABOUT YOUR HOUSEHOLD INCOME, AS ITS REPORTING IS REQUIRED
FOR OUR PROGRAM.
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