Film-Tech Forum ARCHIVE: Possibly back in projection! Anyone hear of Cobb Theatres?

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Posted by Richard Greco (Member # 2032) on 01-12-2007, 08:40 PM:

Well, through a long series of events, I have lost my apt...and my previous job. I now am living with some family to get back on my feet.

I spoke with the assistant manager at the local Cobb Theatre down here and they apparently are desperate for a projectionist. The machines are Strong's with Strong platters. Shouldn't be too difficult for me to learn the thread pattern as I used strong platters at the drive in.

I am to go speak with the GM tomorrow and turn in my application then. I will be sure to keep you all posted. I am getting excited as ever since I left the booth, I have been itching to come back! It's a totally different way of life...and I like it!

Posted by Mike Blakesley (Member # 26) on 01-12-2007, 09:02 PM:

Cobb Theatres website

Posted by David Stambaugh (Member # 1102) on 01-12-2007, 11:00 PM:

Good luck, make them know you *want* that job.

Posted by Monte L Fullmer (Member # 2797) on 01-13-2007, 02:04 AM:

Man, I'll say (yes, heard of Cobb Theatres...) - never saw a company like this offering rare and actual experienced projectionist positions so much. Kinda wonder what the payscale and requirements are for such.

If I were Richard, I'd go after that 19 plex in Miami as a projectionist-being the money would be the best in that location.

But if re-location doesn't allow such a move, then, I'd get my big fat foot in the door somehow, start at the bottom and stay there and make a big go at it since they have an excellent benefit package for their employees who shows real interest in this company. (Hint...hint).

Good luck as always, Richard...and keep outta trouble and keep the nose clean as possible.

(..and for hell's sake: don't let them know anything about your 'Greco Factor" .. [Big Grin]

)

-Monte

Posted by Charles Greenlee (Member # 3856) on 01-13-2007, 04:09 AM:

Cobb was supposed to open up a cinema near here. In Pooler, Ga. I think. I was, like ours, being built in a shopping center. In fact, it was to be the "Anchor" for the center. But somehow it got delayed for some time now, and I am unsure of it's status. Last I heard, the developer ran out of money, demanded more from Cobb, and Cobb was like "F-this, that's not what we agreed on" But I had also heard construction has since resumed. Who knows?

Posted by Phil Hill (Member # 371) on 01-13-2007, 04:57 AM:

Richard: I'm sad to hear about your bad luck...losing your apartment and last job. [Frown]

I've followed your posts over the last 3+ years and I have to say you certainly have "grown-up" and matured in those years and gripped life by the balls. [beer]

I sincerely wish you good luck in all your endeavors. You are a cool guy! [thumbsup]

Posted by Tim Reed (Member # 137) on 01-13-2007, 09:24 AM:

Richard, you have email.

Posted by Dennis Benjamin (Member # 1137) on 01-15-2007, 10:26 AM:

In regards to Mr. Greenlee's post:

The theatre that Cobb is building in (or near) Savannah, Ga has been slated for for summer 2007 opening - for at least 2 years now. So - if the theatre doesn't open this summer - then it will be considered a delay.

Richard - e-mail me about Cobb Theatres. I can help you out there. [Wink]

Posted by Mike Heenan (Member # 392) on 01-15-2007, 11:08 AM:

What happened to truck driving school?

Posted by Richard Greco (Member # 2032) on 01-16-2007, 12:38 PM:

Mike,

There have been recent events that went down that caused me to delay the truck driving for a while. I have had to move back home temporarily, and reestablish my life first.

I received your e-mail Tim, I will respond to it tonight.

If I can get in the booth immediately, which apparently I would be, I can deal with a 40hr work week there.

Posted by Vaughn Hamrick (Member # 4092) on 01-17-2007, 08:45 AM:

My friend,Troy Powell worked as engineer/projectionist for Cobb for several years.Had a pretty sweet gig.Traveled up and down from central Florida to south Georgia.About 10 years ago he went up to Detroit to work union and further his education.I posted on here about him as I've lost touch with him.

Richard,I see you're from Florida,any chance you know Troy?

Posted by Tim Reed (Member # 137) on 01-17-2007, 12:20 PM:

quote: Vaughn Hamrick
engineer/projectionist

Exactly.

Posted by Mark Gulbrandsen (Member # 72) on 01-18-2007, 08:33 AM:

quote: Vaughn Hamrick
he went up to Detroit to work union and further his education

Sadly, If he is still in Detroit he has probably been laid off by now as has most of the rest of Detroit. I pity anyone that even has to drive through there [Eek!]

.

Mark

Posted by Justin West (Member # 920) on 01-18-2007, 01:08 PM:

Hey, Pizza Boy! We're all behind you and hope that this gig is a successful one for you! [Cool]

Posted by Richard Greco (Member # 2032) on 01-19-2007, 08:53 AM:

Thanks guys, it's been a week. I'm starting to make daily calls to the GM.

Posted by Justin West (Member # 920) on 03-10-2007, 01:22 PM:

So, Richard...did you get the job or how are things going for you?! If you haven't had any luck, i understand...the job market is tough out there!

Posted by Richard Greco (Member # 2032) on 03-11-2007, 03:05 AM:

Well, it turns out that the GM reads this site...

Perhaps I said something recently, or in the past that didn't sit well?

Posted by Jason Black (Member # 684) on 03-11-2007, 01:59 PM:

So obviously, you did not get the job?

Posted by Justin West (Member # 920) on 03-11-2007, 11:13 PM:

Sorry to hear that (or read that between-the-lines) Richard. Rats...Hang in there and keep on trucking!