Producer & Film Production Controller

The Arkansas Educational Television Commission, operating as Arkansas PBS, is initiating a project to produce a 13-episode children's series, each episode lasting 22 minutes. The series is focused on enhancing educational content for children and will require extensive filming both in central Arkansas and in several other states. The selected contractor will be responsible for comprehensive film production services, encompassing all phases from pre-production to principal photography—including up to 42 days of filming in Arkansas, 16 days across regions in Washington, Louisiana, Arizona, and Pennsylvania, as well as accommodations for pick-up shots. The contractor will oversee crew hiring and management, procure and operate all necessary cinematic equipment, handle travel and accommodations, and provide catering services for the cast and crew. The contract period begins on July 1, 2025, with pre-production starting on this date, principal photography commencing August 11, 2025, and the final closeout on November 16, 2025. Filming will predominantly occur in central Arkansas, with additional shoots in specific cities in the aforementioned states. Eligible bidders must demonstrate at least five years of experience as a Producer or Film Production Controller on feature-length films or national TV series, must have completed at least two qualifying projects in the past three years, and managed production budgets greater than $2 million. Submission requirements include a signed bid signature page, an official bid price sheet, and an Equal Opportunity Policy.