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Ummm, if the job didnt require stuff like creating numerous prop lists, breakdowns, creating graphic props, liaising with suppliers in writing and over the phone, budget control, scheduling, initiative, continuity, meticulous attention to detail, forethought and planning, problem solving, knowledge of film techniques - as well load of other things, in a hectic, high turnaround results driven environment, i wouldnt care either, believe me.
alli want is someone with energy who knows how to do the job
but really, its the fact that they dont seem to care enough to make any effort implies they wont make the effort on-set either, they just expect to get the job anyway.
its a short term job and i dont have time interview 20 odd people, or find someone else if the person chosen turns out to be useless... so i have to rely on the quality of their applications to make my choices.
its my name on the credits and if someone messes up the buck stops with me - and i cant tell viewers what actually happened - so i am keen to get it right first time.