For film, A/V and television production freelancers

Your Resource Hub

Crew Call Cafe is your essential resource hub for television freelancers. Find training opportunities, connect with employers, stay updated on industry news, access union information, and more. Empower your freelance career in the TV industry! New features are added to this website frequently, so return often and don't miss out.

By media people for media people.

Crewer Directory
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The Crewer Directory is your comprehensive resource to connect with production companies hiring crew. Find their websites, contact info, and social media pages.

All in one place.

Training Resources
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Level up your skills!

Explore a comprehensive list of training materials and resources from manufacturers to private instructors – all designed to empower you for various crew positions.

RSS Feed
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Stay on top of your game!

Our RSS feed curates the latest industry news and job listings from trusted sources like Staff Me Up, Production Weekly, and TV Technology. Get all the updates you need in one convenient feed.

Blog
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Dive into the exciting world of television production with these informative reads!

These engaging posts and more await you at your one-stop shop for navigating the world of television production!

Union Information
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This section provides resources and information for crew members considering or already working in unionized television productions.

Join our Social Group
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Join the Café's social media group for freelancers and veterans in television production. Find work, locate crew, and get the latest industry insights – from training to retirement.

Our Swag Store
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Rep your passion for TV production! Gear up with our Crew Call Cafe swag store. Find stylish and cozy apparel, unique keepsakes, and more – all featuring our cafe logo and supporting the Crew Call Cafe community.

Check Out Our Store

Gear up and show your TV production pride with the Crew Call Cafe Swag Store! We’ve got comfy tees, cozy hoodies, mugs for your morning coffee, and other cool items to keep you caffeinated and connected to the crew. Every purchase supports the Crew Call Cafe community, so grab some gear and rep your passion for the industry!

Support the Cafe, your freelancer’s resource hub.

Cozy unisex hoodie, perfect for chilly days. Plush cotton-poly blend, warm and soft. Features “Please Stand By” on front

Comfortable Hoodie

Multiple sizes and colors

…and “The Shit Show coming up next!” printed on back. Make ’em laugh or warn them that you’re coming.

Comfortable Hoodie

Multiple sizes and colors

Vivid color bars on a smooth, high-density foam surface with an ultra-thin rubber base ensure precise control. Perfect for work & gaming.

Color Bars Mouse Pad

9″x8″ rectangle, 1/16″ (1.58 mm) thick

Transform your living space with these eye-catching Color Bar Throw Pillows. Featuring a vibrant spectrum of hues on both sides, they instantly elevate any room’s style. 

color bars pillow
Hoodies

Available in 4 sizes

WTF is going on in tape?
Everyone has heard this phrase which has become iconic to the television production industry.
Graphic T=Shirts

Sizes XS – 4X

Double-wall insulation keeps your drinks icy cold for 24 hours and piping hot for 12 hours. Durable, BPA-free stainless-steel construction ensures safe and refreshing hydration.
Stainless Steele Water Bottle

Comes in 12 oz, 18 oz, or 32 oz

RSS Feeds

These are RSS feeds from Staff Me Up and Production Weekly on jobs and industry news from TV Technology.

Like always, follow the links where interested.

Feed updates every 15 minutes, refresh your browser for the new update and all listings are no more than 30 days old.

Staff Me Up


This is an RSS feed from Staff Me Up on jobs. You can check them out at StaffMeUp.com.

Production Weekly

This is an RSS feed from Production Weekly. You can check them out at ProductionWeekly.com.

TV Technology

This is an RSS feed from TV Technology. News, opinions, products, events and more. Check it out at TVTechnology.com.

I.A.T.S.E.

International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees

The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts of the United States, Its Territories and Canada (IATSE) was founded in 1893 when representatives of stagehands working in eleven cities met in New York and pledged to support each others’ efforts to establish fair wages and working conditions for their members.

I.B.E.W.

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

As union members, we bargain collectively with our employers over wages, benefits and rights.


POWER PROFESSIONALS

NABET-CWA

The National Association of Broadcast Employees and Technicians–Communications Workers of America

As technology and a bottom-line corporate mentality rapidly change in our profession, power in numbers is more important than ever. At NABET-CWA, we use collective bargaining, contract enforcement, job training, political activity and organizing to improve wages, working conditions and job security.

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