Production Designer

Parent Background Actors for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking background performers to portray parents at an elementary school in an exterior daytime scene. This opportunity is ideal for adults who can bring a natural, everyday presence to a school environment and feel comfortable working on a professional set. Some roles may require performers with set-friendly vehicles.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a parent in an elementary school scene

• Portray realistic, everyday background activity

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Ages 27–55

• Comfortable working as background talent

• Some performers must have set-friendly cars (not high-end; no red or white vehicles)

• If submitting with a vehicle, must be willing to include a photo of the car

• Reliable and available for a full day of filming

Compensation

• Paid regular background role

• Day rate provided upon booking

Upscale Background Performers for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking upscale background performers to portray New York City business types in an exterior scene. This opportunity is ideal for polished, professional-looking talent who can naturally fit into corporate, media, and city-life environments. New faces or performers not frequently seen on camera are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as NYC business and media professionals

• Portray realistic city-life activity in exterior scenes

• Follow on-set direction from production staff

• Remain professional and camera-ready throughout filming

Requirements

• Adults in their late 20s to early 50s

• Professional, upscale appearance

• New or rarely used background performers preferred

• Some roles require access to a set-friendly vehicle (no red or white cars)

• Open to union and non-union talent

• Full-day availability required

Available Roles

• Onlookers / Passersby

• News Camera Operator

• News Reporter

• Other upscale city background roles

Compensation

• Union: ACTRA Full / Apprentice rates per IPA

• Non-Union: $17.60 per hour with an 8-hour minimum

FBI & Detective Background Roles

Job Description
A television production is seeking polished background actors to portray FBI agents and detectives in an interior scene. This opportunity is for experienced background performers who can deliver a professional, upscale look suited for law enforcement and investigative roles. Talent should be comfortable working in a structured, fast-paced production environment and blending seamlessly into scripted scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as FBI or detective-type personnel

• Wear upscale, professional suits appropriate for law enforcement roles

• Follow detailed on-set direction from production staff

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Adults with prior background acting experience

• Must not have appeared previously in sheriff office scenes

• Must not have been picture-cast in prior roles

• Clean-shaven men (no facial hair)

• Professional appearance with well-fitted suits

• Comfortable portraying law enforcement or investigative characters

Compensation

• Paid background acting role

• Professional television credit

Child Background Actor Role

Job Description
A non-union production is seeking a young boy for a background acting role in an exterior scene. This opportunity is ideal for child performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production environment. The role involves portraying the son of a featured performer and participating in a scheduled shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on set as a background actor in an exterior scene

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and focus during filming

• Participate for the duration of the scheduled shoot

Requirements

• Boys ages 8–9

• Comfortable working on set

• Able to follow simple direction

• Available for the scheduled shoot day

• Non-union talent

Compensation

• $17.60 per hour

• Paid non-union background role

Commercial Actor Roles

Job Description
A large non-union commercial is seeking adult talent for an upcoming professional shoot. This paid opportunity is open to a wide range of performers and is ideal for actors looking to gain commercial experience in a fast-paced, on-set environment. Talent should be comfortable on camera and available for a full day of filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a professional commercial production

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate fully during scheduled shoot days

• Deliver natural, engaging performances suitable for a commercial audience

Requirements

• Adults ages 20–70

• Full-day availability for filming

• Reliable transportation to set

• Comfortable working on a commercial set

• Professional attitude and punctuality

Compensation

• $300 flat rate

• Paid non-union commercial role

Job Description
A full-time Casting Assistant role is now open for motivated entertainment professionals looking to work behind the scenes in casting. This position supports casting teams with day-to-day coordination, talent management, and administrative tasks essential to successful productions. Ideal for detail-oriented creatives eager to grow a career in casting for film, television, commercials, and live events.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist casting directors with talent searches, auditions, and callbacks

• Coordinate schedules, auditions, and communication with performers

• Manage casting databases, submissions, and talent records

• Support casting sessions, fittings, and production prep

• Handle administrative duties including emails, contracts, and updates

Requirements

• Strong interest in casting, film, television, or live entertainment

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented mindset

• Prior casting or entertainment experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Full-time employment

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Opportunity for career growth within the entertainment industry

Soccer Fans for Commercial

Job Description
A non-union commercial is seeking real soccer fans to appear in an upcoming on-camera project. This opportunity is open to passionate football (soccer) supporters who can bring authentic energy, excitement, and fandom to a professional commercial shoot. Ideal for everyday fans who love the game and feel comfortable expressing that enthusiasm on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real soccer fan
• React naturally and authentically during filming
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Participate in wardrobe fitting and scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Open to all ethnicities and genders
• Genuine soccer fans only
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• $600 per day guaranteed
• Buyout ranging from $2,000 to $4,000 based on final edit
• Paid non-union commercial role

Paramount is a global media and entertainment organisation with some of the best known and loved brands in the world. In Australia, we deliver premium content on any screen, anytime, anywhere, via an enhanced viewing ecosystem.

We pride ourselves on creating content that gets people talking. What’s more, you can watch and stream for free all these great shows (and more) on 10 as well as 10 Drama, 10 Comedy and Nickelodeon, and a vast array of Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV, known as FAST channels, as well as our subscription video on demand service, Paramount+.

This is a permanent full-time role based in our Sydney office (Pyrmont).

Enough about us! What you’ll do as a Video Editor: 

You’ll combine your creative flair and technical skills to produce broadcast-quality video content for News, Programming and Production across both linear and digital platforms. Day-to-day, you’ll support our fast-paced news operations, predominantly reformatting international content and editing assets for 10 News programs, while also gaining exposure to a diverse mix of projects and productions. Working with state-of-the-art editing tools in a supportive, high-morale team, you’ll have the chance to expand your skills, collaborate across business units, and engage in storytelling that informs and inspires.
This is a place where variety is the norm, teamwork is strong, and learning opportunities are everywhere.

Functions will also include: 
•    Manage the ingest, asset management, quality control, distribution, and receipt of News media assets across the network, affiliates, and third parties
•    Edit and deliver high-quality media content for News, Programming and Production using Avid Media Composer and other NLE tools
•    Prepare, QC, and adapt broadcast programs to meet technical and compliance standards across free-to-air, catch-up, and streaming platforms
•    Operate studio EVS systems (IP-Director, LSM-VIA and X-File) to support live studio productions, archive, and restore media assets
•    Contribute to pre-production and creative editing processes, ensuring all content is delivered accurately, on time, and to broadcast-ready standards.

What are we looking for in a Video Editor? What’s important?
•    Proven experience with non-linear editing systems (preferably Avid Media Composer) and technical literacy across video production workflows
•    Ability to thrive under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail, accuracy, and editorial integrity in a fast-paced news production environment
•    Strong communication and collaboration skills, with a customer-focused approach and the ability to build positive relationships across teams
•    Creative mindset with a genuine interest in storytelling and crafting engaging content, alongside adaptability to reformat, edit, and deliver content for multiple platforms
•    A motivated self-starter who embraces new technology, works proactively, and is flexible to work a 7-day rotating roster with early and late shiftbands.

Paramount embraces differences and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of factors such as race, colour, sex, language, religion, political or other opinion, national or social origin, property or birth. These grounds also include age, nationality, marital status, disability, place of residence and sexual orientation.

We’re honoured to have been named on Diversity Council Australia’s annual list of Inclusive Employers in 2023-24 and 2024-25. This acknowledgement highlights our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported.

Paramount acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s original storytellers and the first peoples of the lands where we create, broadcast and connect. We pay our respects to their timeless stories that continue to shape Country and culture.

#LI-LG1

Reasonable adjustments
Paramount recognises that everyone is unique, and you might require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and be considered for this position.  If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to help set you up for success please contact us at [email protected].  Adjustments include but are not limited to; alternative application methods, interview setups, physical requirements, guidance for trans or gender diverse applicants, specific interview availability times.

At Graphic Packaging International, we produce the paper cup that held your coffee this morning, the basket that transported those bottles of craft beer you enjoyed last weekend, and the microwave tray that heated your gourmet meal last night. We’re one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world’s most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are collaborative, diverse, innovative individuals who create inspired packaging while giving back to our communities.

With over 25,000 employees working in more than 130 locations worldwide, we strive to be environmentally responsible in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry’s best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.

If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we’d love to hear from you.

A World of Difference. Made Possible.

Production Assistant

MISSION / SUMMARY:

This is an entry level position. The employee who occupies this position is responsible for any/all duties assigned by management irrespective of whether such duties are specifically included in this list.

JOB FUNCTIONS: Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

• The Assistant responsibilities can include feeding, packing, labeling, palletizing, operation of the banding/wrapping equipment and operation of Packsize equipment.
• Lift handfuls of material and placing in the feeder of the equipment.
• Pack cartons into cases directly behind gluers or directly after stripping
• Inspect cartons – ONLY Quality Products are to be packed!
• Strip individual cartons off die cut loads
• Off bear cartons off cut loads into separate copies or die positions
• Prepare cases, layer boards, and labels for jobs
• Check job ticket or spec book for appropriate pallet configuration
• Stack cartons according to spec on pallet. Confirm that labels are correct and facing out, as applicable, on all finishing pallets. Also making sure corrugated is all lined up and matches in appearance.
• Stretch wrap complete pallets and send to shipping
• Scan finished goods and input data into computer
• Re-stock materials for the following crews, which include but not limited to, making lids, corrugated stocked and also keeping the tables stocked up with tape
• Operate electric Pallet Jacks safely to move WIP or finished pallets.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the area (remove stray cartons, sweep up, etc.) performed during make ready.
• Conduct quality audits as required
• Conduct sorting operations as required

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

SCHEDULE DEMANDS:

• Must be able to work 8 hour shifts plus overtime as required.

• Employee must be willing to work alternate schedules occasionally; that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Standing: 34-66% of time
• Walking: 34-66% of time
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently with a force of 15 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 30-40 lbs.
• Lifting: Frequently with a force of 15 lbs. Occasionally with a force of 30-40 lbs.
• Frequent stair climbing, kneeling, crouching, balance, forward bending/standing, right and left hand coordination.
• Occasional right and left hand grip, elevated work, repetitive squat, repetitive reaching, step ladder climbing, rotation sitting.
• Wear PPE when required:  Safety shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection etc.
• Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
• Use of various office equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision

Safe Quality Food Responsibilities –

• Follow all Plant rules, Processes, Hygiene, and Allergens procedures, related to production of Safe Quality Foods.
• Report to person of authority to record any potentially unsafe conditions which may result in unsafe foods or noncompliance to SQF related procedures.
• Participate in SQF Root Cause and Corrective Actions (from customer complaints, SQF audits, validation, and verification activities) as required.
• Follow all procedures related to producing Safe Quality Foods (SQF).
• Report any potentially unsafe SQF conditions or customer complaints to a person of authority to record and/or correct the situation.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

GPI’s Benefit Program

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) w/employer matching
• Health & Welfare Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Various Voluntary benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off + 11 paid company holidays each year

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

Graphic Packaging is an equal opportunity employer and abides by all applicable federal, state provincial and local laws with respect to the recruitment and hiring process.  We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and hiring process free from discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.  Should you require an accommodation for a disability, please contact your Human Resources representative or email [email protected].