Rhodey, NY - Crew Call

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Independent Short Film
Genre: Dark Buddy Comedy
Writer/Director/Executive Producer: Kwame Alexander
Production Company: KlicKNet Productions
Union Status: Nonunion
Crew Roles: Pay Depends on Film Budget
Filming Location: New York City Area
Table Read: TBD 2025
Shooting Date: September 2025

Production Description: Crew Call for "Rhodey, NY" a spin-off to the 2023 Brooklyn College Comedy thesis short film: "NickCam."

Synopsis: "In a spin-off to NickCam, the gang has gone their separate ways after ending their web show and graduating from High School. Fast forward a few years later, some of them now attend college in New York City, where we embark on a new adventure with Nick's best friend: the dimwitted and clumsy ladies' man Rhodey-Bill Wilde (portrayed by Tova Yarbrough), who goes by the nickname 'Rhodey B.' Living in an apartment with his tech savy and more responsible friend Qristyl Logano (portrayed by Betsy Regus), Rhodey B is hyped about breaking into the podcast business, because a video podcast producer has agreed to listen to the pitch he and Qristyl have put together for a new show. But when news break that a serial killer posing a famed producer is on the loose, Rhodey B and Qristyl make the mistake of thinking the person whom they're pitching show to is out for blood, and then attempt to take the law into their own hands. This leads to them thinking they just killed an innocent, which then sets off a hilarious chain of events that are navigated through Rhodey B's cool-but-oddball behavior and Qristyl's smart-but-awkward tactics to stay out of trouble.

More Details: 'Rhodey, NY' is not only a spin-off to NickCam, but it's viewed as a dark buddy comedy short film, satirizing certain themes like misinformation, misinterpretation, and anxiety in a comedic tone. People are often misinformed by news they read on the internet, specifically faux news, and without proper evidence of the truth, they draw their own conclusions. The main focus of the film is about two best friends from childhood who get the opportunity-of-a-lifetime, which is now jeopardy due to one big misunderstanding and they constantly stress about what consequences await them if the truth is discovered.

The script of the film is inspired by the fourth episode within Season Three of Nickelodeon's 'SpongeBob SqaurePants: Nasty Pasty,' which first premiered on TV back on March 1, 2002. There are many elements from that episode in this script, but not everything is word-for-word, there are much different actions written by the director to keep it fresh and original, as well as a few pop culture references and themes to make the film feel like it's taking place in NYC. The creatives of this film will feature two actors from NickCam portraying the same roles from before (and are credited as Co-Executive Producers for this new project), a brief cameo from another NickCam cast member, a supporting cast of new characters, and a diverse crew who will help to bring the film to big screen."

Crew members will receive compensation depending on how much money can be raised for this project. Meals and transportation will be provided. Please give your resume, contact information, and availability for shooting. The script and breakdown sheets are available here.

Crew

  • Producer - One or two producers who can work closely with the executive producers and the writer and director. Main task is to help with raising funds for the cast, crew, locations and any other budget expenses. Producers will not be needed on set during filming dates, but are more than welcome to join the cast and crew on-set if they want to help out. Skills require having Movie Magic Scheduling.
  • 1st Assistant Director/Associate Producer - The First AD will assist the Director with shooting schedules and call sheets. They'll also be given credit as an Associate Producer as they will work closely with the producers' team on the creative aspects of shooting. Skills require having Movie Magic Scheduling and Microsoft Excel.
  • Director of Photography/Camera Operator - The DP is to also take the role of the Camera Operator and manage shot lists with the Director. Skills require using the following equipment: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K.
  • 1st Assistant Camera - The First AC is work with the Director of Photography and manage much of the camera equipment on set. Skills require using the following equipment: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K.
  • Gaffers - Gaffers are in charge in all the lightning on set. Skills require using the following equipment: Lighting Kit and LED Lighting Kit.
  • Grips - Grips are to assist with the electrical and camera work on-set. Skills require using the following equipment: Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 4K, Camera Kit, Lighting Kit, LED Lighting Kit, and Sennheiser G3 Wireless Mics Kit.
  • Set Designer - The Set Designer is responsible for arranging the decor of a film set—which includes furniture, pictures, and props the actors do not touch, as well as producing the right tone and visual environment. 
  • Sound Mixer - The Sound Mixer is to work with the Boom Operator. Skills require using the following equipment: Sound Devices MixPre 3, Sennheiser G3 Wireless Mics Kit, and a Microphone Kit.
  • Boom Operator - The Boom Operator is to work with the Sound Mixer. Skills require using the following equipment: Boom Mic, Boom Kit, and Microphone Kit.
  • Script Supervisor - The Script Supervisor ensures the film production maintain continuity and a cohesive story by documenting details for the editing process. Skills require having a Laptop or iPad, and having Google Docs or Microsoft World.
  • Production Assistants - Production Assistants (PAs) are assigned to work closely on set and provides support where and when it's needed by doing certain tasks such as loading and unloading equipment, setting up equipment, and setting up meals. 
For more information, please contact me (the Writer, Director, and Executive Producer) at kazallen3017@gmail.com or (347)-954-5195.

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