From the earth to the moon - a job post by Nayden Zhelev

About the job

Seeking Art Director, Producer and Financier for High-Concept Animated Short Film

Logline: A Nazi moon base holds the key to a rewritten history, forcing a trapped soldier to escape not just a lunar prison, but the lies of his own planet.

Project Description: I am seeking a passionate and visionary team to bring my award-caliber, high-concept animated short film, "FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON," to life. This is about 13-minute sci-fi conspiracy thriller that blends the historical intrigue of Inglourious Basterds with the mind-bending scope of The X-Files.

The script is complete and has undergone multiple developmental edits, resulting in a tight, character-driven narrative with a powerful and unforgettable twist. The story is set in a secret lunar base and follows two workers—one a disillusioned newcomer, the other a Moon-born insider—as they uncover truths that rewrite human history. Their plan to escape leads to a betrayal and a revelation that expands the conspiracy to an interplanetary scale.

I’m looking for key collaborators to join the producer (myself) in this early stage.

DIRECTOR I’m seeking a director with a strong visual style and a passion for genre-bending storytelling (Sci-Fi/Thriller). You will be responsible for:

* Defining the overall visual aesthetic and tone of the film.

* Leading the creative team (Storyboard Artist, etc.).

* Working with the producer to establish the pacing and emotional beats of the animatic.

* A strong vision for translating the script's atmospheric tension and dramatic character moments into a compelling visual experience.

* Experience with animated projects is a significant plus.

3. FINANCIER / PRODUCER We are seeking a financier or a producer with financing capabilities who believes in the commercial and festival potential of high-concept animated shorts. This is an opportunity to attach your name to a project with a strong, marketable hook. The producer will be involved in:

* Developing the funding strategy and budget.

* Exploring grants, co-productions, and investor opportunities

* Product placement.

* Guiding the project through the production pipeline.

What We Offer:

* A polished, high-impact script with a proven "wow" factor.

* A dedicated producer committed to seeing this project through to completion.

* A collaborative environment where creative input is valued.

* A project designed for the festival circuit with a clear path to attracting audience and industry attention.

Project Status:

* Script: Complete (9 pages/13 minutes)

* Genre: Animated Short, Sci-Fi, Conspiracy Thriller, Alternate History

* Lookbook/Mood Board: In development

* Line-Item Budget ready

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How to Apply: Please DM me here on Stage 32 with the following:

* For Directors : A link to your portfolio/reel and a brief statement on why this concept resonates with you.

* For Financiers/Producers: A brief overview of your experience and your interest in the project.

* This short film is conceived as a proof-of-concept for a larger series.

Let's build something incredible together. I look forward to connecting!

All positions will be paid once a producer is secured and funding is in place.    

Serious collaborators only. Thank you for your understanding!