by Jonathan Weilbaecher, Apr 2 2012 // 3:00 PM
When Steve Jobs passed last year there seemed to be a big push to commit his life story to film. Job’s story is incredibly interesting, and he eventually was a key contributor in many cultural milestones.
Variety is reporting that the independent production, Jobs, has landed its lead:
The King of Twitter is now the King of Apple, as “Two and a Half Men” star Ashton Kutcher is attached to play Steve Jobs in the indie pic “Jobs,” which Joshua Michael Stern (“Swing Vote”) will direct from a script by Matt Whiteley… The film will chronicle Steve Jobs from wayward hippie to co-founder of Apple, where he became one of the most revered creative entrepreneurs of our time.
At first glance Kutcher seems an odd choice to play one of the most beloved CEOs of our time, but when you really think about it could be an inspired choice. Kutcher has a pretty obnoxious personality, but he is a capable actor who certainly looks the part.
Jobs is only one of several Steve Jobs related projects that are trying to see the light of day, so snagging a big name actor to star is a good first step in making the independent production relevant against other larger profile competition.
Posted in: Announcements · Apple · Biopic · Casting · Movies · News · Tech
Tagged: Apple, Ashton Kutcher, Biopic, Casting, Jobs, Joshua Michael Stern, Matt Whiteley, Movies, News, Steve Jobs, Tech
by Chris Ullrich, Aug 30 2010 // 3:00 PM
Do you love movies, TV, new media, comics, games, and all thing geek? Do you spend lots of time on Twitter, Facebook and other social networking sites sharing info and opinions with friends? Are you a good writer with a passion for sharing your insight and opinions in a comprehensive and cohesive manner? If so, we might just have a job for you.
Due to increased demand we are looking for writers to contrite to the site and to pending others. It doesn’t matter where you live (although candidates in LA or New York are encouraged to apply) or what you do for a living, if you love movies, TV, new media, comics, games and all things geek and want to write about them, we want to hear from you.
Drop us a line at the following email for consideration: jobs [at] the flickcast dot com and please include two sample posts in The Flickcast style or a link to your own previous work for consideration. We’ll get in touch with you if we think you’ve got what it takes.
Thanks.
Posted in: Comics · Movies · Site News · TV
Tagged: Comics, Games, Jobs, Movies, New Media, The Flickcast, TV, Writers, Writing
by Chris Ullrich, Feb 5 2010 // 2:00 PM
Do you love movies, TV, comics, games, gadgets and all thing geek? Do you spend tons of time on Twitter, Facebook and other social networking sites sharing info and opinions with friends? Are you a good writer and have a passion for sharing your insight and opinions in a comprehensive and cohesive manner? If so, we might just have a job for you.
Due to increased demand and for upcoming site changes and launches of new content, we are looking for writers to contrite to the site. It doesn’t matter where you live (although candidates in LA or New York would be greatly appreciated) or what you do for a living, if you love movies, TV, comics, games and all things geek and want to write about them, we want to talk to you.
Drop us a line at the following email for consideration: jobs [at] the flickcast dot com and please include two sample posts in The Flickcast style or a link to your own previous work for consideration. We’ll get in touch with you if we think you’ve got what it takes. Thanks.
Posted in: Site News
Tagged: Comics, Games, Geek, Jobs, Movies, Site News, The Flickcast, TV, Writers
by Chris Ullrich, Sep 10 2009 // 8:00 AM
Do you have a passion for movies, tv, comics, video games and all things geek? Do you love to express your ideas and share them with friends on message boards or your own blog or do you already have a body of work at various other publications across the Internets and are looking for more exposure? Can you express your ideas in a thoughtful, entertaining, informative and professional style? If the answer to these questions is yes, we may have a place for you right here at The Flickcast.
Due to the rapid expansion, we are in need of more writers to take on our favorite subjects: movies, tv, comics, video games and all things geek. So, if you think you have what it takes and can make the kind of commitment we’re looking for, get in touch with us.
We are particularly interested in contributors who live in New York or Los Angeles and obviously you need access to a computer and the Internet. Plus, general knowledge of CMS platforms like WordPress, blogging, photo editing and HTML preferred, but not mandatory. Don’t worry, if we like your writing, we can teach you the rest.
Other than that, all are welcome. To apply, send two sample posts in The Flickcast style covering subjects you’re passionate about to the following email address: jobs [at] the flickcast dot com
If we like what we read, we’ll be in touch to give you further details. Thanks and good luck!
Posted in: Announcements
Tagged: Contributors, Jobs, Writing