Creator Economy Report: Brands and Creators Are Not on the Same Page
Key Takeaways:
Most creators treat content creation as a side job.
There’s a big gap in understanding between creators and brands.
Creators want clearer...
Top Creator Events in April 2025: Networking, Growth, and Success
Key Takeaways:
Six major events in April 2025 focus on the creator economy, offering networking, learning, and growth opportunities.
These events help creators and brands tackle...
YouTube Launches New Initiative for Safer, Better Content for Teens and Kids
Key Takeaways:
YouTube has started the Youth Digital Wellbeing Initiative to create safer, higher-quality content for young viewers.
The initiative involves over a dozen...
John McTiernan’s Comeback: The Action Legend’s New Chapter
Key Takeaways:
John McTiernan, director of Predator and Die Hard, is working on new scripts after nearly 25 years away from directing.
He criticizes modern Hollywood for...
Why Hans Zimmer’s ‘Dune: Part 2’ was Disqualified From the Oscars
Key Takeaways:
Hans Zimmer’s score for Dune: Part 2 was disqualified from the Original Score Oscar category due to excessive use of pre-existing music.
The score...
‘A Quiet Place 3’ Is Happening—But Should It?
Key Takeaways:
A third A Quiet Place movie has been confirmed, with John Krasinski set to direct.
The franchise has already released two films and a...
James Bond Will Stay Male and British: What This Means for the Future of 007
Key Takeaways:
James Bond will remain male and British, according to an internal Amazon memo.
The decision aims to preserve the character's core identity.
Jeff Bezos, a...
TikTok to Cut 300 Jobs in Dublin: What You Need to Know
Key Takeaways:
TikTok may lay off around 300 employees in Dublin, Ireland.
The cuts are part of a global restructuring plan announced in February.
...
NBC’s “Chicago Fire” Casting Extras with Cars in Chicago
Key Takeaways:
Chicago Fire is casting extras with cars for upcoming scenes in the Chicago area.
Casting directors are hiring background actors aged 20s–50s of all...
Beer Brand Casting Santa Look-Alikes for $1,000/Day Commercial
Quick Takeaways:
A well-known beer brand is casting Santa Claus look-alikes for an upcoming ad.
Talent will earn $1,000/day for one day of filming.
The shoot will...
Peacock’s “MIA” Now Casting in Florida – Apply for Marine Roles Today
Takeaways:
Peacock’s new drama “MIA” is casting real fishermen, boat passengers, and marine police in Coral Gables, FL.
Casting is handled by Casting TaylorMade, a well-known...
Casting Call for Real Ones – SAG Feature Film Seeking Speaking Roles
Takeaways:
SAG indie crime drama casting now for speaking roles
Kids (5–16) and adults (18+) welcome to apply
Filming in Las Vegas from April 9–May 2, 2025
Directed...
French Luxury Brand Casting Real Families in Los Angeles
Takeaways:
Casting real families for a luxury commercial shoot
Open to all family types — same-sex parents, multigenerational, twins, etc.
No prior professional experience together required
Filming in...
NBC’s Grosse Pointe Garden Society Casting Photo Double in Atlanta
Takeaways:
NBC production now casting a female driving photo double
Filming in Atlanta/Doraville, GA
Seeking blonde, Caucasian female talent, 5’5”–5’7”
$175/day plus driving and fitting bumps
No prior photo...
Tyler Perry Studios Casting Call: Infant Actors Needed in Atlanta
Takeaways:
Casting African-American infant girls and twin babies
Ages: Newborn to 6 months
Filming in Atlanta, Georgia
Paid background roles at $100/day
Casting handled by CAB Castings
Great opportunity for...
Tattooed Models Wanted for $7,500 Skincare Commercial – Apply Now
Takeaways:
High-paying modeling gig – $7,500 for selected talent
National skincare campaign looking for tattooed female-identifying models
Filming in NYC – travel negotiable for standout talent
Casting by...
SanDisk Launches New Storage Solutions for Creators
Key Takeaways:
SanDisk introduces five new storage products for photographers and content creators.
The Creator PRO Portable SSD offers super-fast speeds up to 2000...
AvatarOS Secures $7M for AI-Powered Avatars
Key Takeaways:
AvatarOS raises $7 million in seed funding led by M13.
The company creates AI-powered avatars with lifelike movements.
Founded by Isaac Bratzel,...
Beauty Influencer Marketing: What’s Hot Right Now
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
Beauty influencer marketing is still growing and innovating, even after being around for a long time.
People in the creator economy love...
Spotter Showcase: Big Names, Big Brands, and the Future of YouTube
Key Takeaways:
Spotter is hosting an invite-only event for CMOs and creators on March 27 in NYC.
MrBeast, Dude Perfect, and other top YouTubers...