Ad Campaign Casting Calls and Auditions

Casting Call: Empowering Advertising Campaign

Job Description: We are seeking individuals of Irish, Australian, and New Zealand descent, aged between 20-60 years, for an empowering and impactful advertising campaign. This campaign aims to highlight the importance of acknowledging and properly treating pain. We are looking for real people with genuine experiences of pain that was mistreated or ignored, leading to worsening conditions. Your participation will help bring awareness and change to how pain is perceived and managed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in video and photo shoots for the advertising campaign.
• Share your personal story and experience regarding mistreated or ignored pain.
• Work collaboratively with the production team, including directors, photographers, and other staff.
• Attend fittings or meetings as required prior to the shoot.
• Be available for the entire duration of the shoot and any necessary rehearsals or preparations.

Requirements:

• Must be of Irish, Australian, or New Zealand descent.
• Age: 20-60 years old.
• Must have a personal experience of pain that was initially mistreated or ignored, leading to a worsening condition.
• Comfortable in front of the camera and sharing personal experiences.
• Based in Australia or New Zealand.
• Availability between the 5th and 15th of December for 1-2 days (exact dates to be confirmed).
• No professional acting experience required, but must be able to convey emotions and stories authentically.

Compensation:

• $5000 AUD for the participation.
• Any travel and accommodation expenses required for the shoot will be covered.

Application Process: To apply, please submit a brief description of your background and your experience with mistreated or ignored pain. Include a recent photograph, your contact information, and confirm your availability between the 5th and 15th of December.

We are looking for authentic stories and individuals who can help bring this important issue to light. Your participation could make a significant difference in how pain management is understood and approached.

CONCORD IS THE INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE LEADER IN THE DEVELOPMENT, ACQUISITION, AND MANAGEMENT OF RECORDED MUSIC, MUSIC PUBLISHING, AND THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE RIGHTS.

With offices in Los Angeles, New York, Nashville, Miami, London, and Berlin, Concord has a diverse and vibrant roster of active recording artists, composers, and songwriters, and a vast and historic catalog of works by some of the most treasured names in music history.

Design Department

We are an innovative team of creators, each responsible for developing visual assets to strengthen and build artist careers. We conceptualize and execute an artist’s vision with a primary focus on forming a cohesive narrative and visual language throughout a campaign. We are visionaries with global resources to expand creative thinking and achieve greatness on behalf of the artists and labels we represent at Concord, Recorded Music.

As Art Director, you will be responsible for the art direction and design of commercial audio products (CD’s, Vinyl, Cassettes, DVD’s, Digital Album Covers, etc) and collateral marketing materials for multiple genres of music. You will shape the design experience for our artists by molding and executing authentic and exceptional visual campaigns for the artists we represent. You will art direct photoshoots and be responsible for maintaining art budgets at varying levels. You will work within the Design Department, assisting the creative leadership team and freelance designers in visual asset creation, across any medium required. It is your job to create outstanding design work on behalf of our artists and labels.

Above all, we strive to exemplify Concord’s core values; to celebrate artistry, act with integrity, empower our community, and create opportunity. Works under general direction of the Sr Design Director and VP, Design.

What you’ll do:

• Work as a team within the Design Department and independently to create visual album campaigns from start to finish with a focus on executing a cohesive narrative and visual language throughout.
• Concept campaigns by creating mood boards and pitching ideas to artists/management.
• Work with photographers and/or illustrators to execute the vision.
• Art direct and produce photoshoots.
• Negotiate freelance designer and photography rates. Responsible for staying on budget and deadline.
• Design full album packaging and format conversions for LPs, CDs, cassettes, etc. Including: creating album covers, logos, booklets, single covers, playlist covers, deluxe packaging, decks, style guides, etc.
• Communicate and take direction well. Meet deadlines. Prioritize the needs of all invested parties.
• Design for merch and specialty D2C items. 
• Work with marketing departments for advertising needs, elevating where possible. 
• Manage multiple projects, keeping them on deadline.
• Retouch scanned artwork/photos for print.
• Conceptualize and produce special packaging, including limited editions and box sets.
• Create 3D visualizations for use in mockups and original artwork.
• Work in multiple visual execution styles.
• Manage your project assets on the department’s file servers.
• Supports all needs of the creative leadership team.
• Maintain great working relationships, especially nurturing the creative goals of our artists.

What you’ll need:

• Proven ability to conceptualize and art direct exceptional visual campaigns. Expertise in directing a group of creative people to achieve a holistic approach to design. (Minimum 5 years experience)
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop. Experience with illustration and animation is a bonus. 
• An outstanding portfolio that demonstrates the fundamentals of design, from layout and typography to color and composition.
• Must have knowledge of printing/production specifications, techniques and requirements.
• Excellent time management skills and experience working on multiple projects with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Resourceful self-starter who acts and responds quickly to change and feedback with a positive attitude.
• Efficient and detailed organization skills a must.
• Passion for music.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Manage relationships with a positive attitude and strong communication skills with our internal and external clients.
• Dedicated and committed team player. Flexible and adaptable to a dynamic creative environment.
• College degree in Art and Design preferred.

* To be considered, you must submit your portfolio.

Salary range: $88,000 – 126,000

*This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days minimum on-site.

At Concord, we offer comprehensive medical and wellness benefits, generous time off, parental leave, charity match, paid time off for volunteering, and other fun company perks. We have beautiful new offices and a culture committed to supporting everyone’s growth and development.

Concord is an equal opportunity employer. We employ, train, compensate and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. We believe that diversity, inclusion and equity is paramount for the creation of music, theater and film that celebrates and empowers all cultures.

Concord

Justin Alexander is a world leader in designing, manufacturing and distributing bridal fashion. Today, its brands include Justin Alexander, Justin Alexander Signature, Adore by Justin Alexander, Lillian West, Sincerity Bridal, Thanks & Goodluck, Viktor&Rolf Mariage, and Savannah Miller. Justin Alexander is a private, family-owned company with offices in New Jersey, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Hong Kong, and its collections are sold by more than 2,200 authorized retailers worldwide. 

Justin Alexander’s Art Director will be accountable for the ideation, strategy development, communication and deployment of Justin Alexander Group’s visual output both physically and digitally, including all product photography shoots, event and trade show design. This person will report directly to the Creative Director, and work closely with strategists, corporate Events Manager, and the greater team to ensure the brand aesthetic is being successfully translated consistently across all touchpoints. 

The ideal candidate should have experience in the bridal industry, a solid technical grasp of digital photography and imaging as well as the ability to capture and bring to life the essence of multiple brands under the Justin Alexander Group. A stellar design sensibility and skill set is also desired for the development of online and offline creative assets.  

Art Director Job Description: 

This is a multifaceted role, serving an essential function within the Marketing Department and the business. 

The Role: 

• Develop, execute, and maintain a creative vision across a portfolio of brands under the Justin Alexander Group.   
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience.  
• Articulate ideas and demonstrate a willingness to bring new ideas to the forefront, while researching trends, competition, aspirational brands and best practices. 
• Problem solving and troubleshooting – solution oriented  
• General support of creative team as necessary.  
• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment  
• Technical skills preferred  

Content Creation:  

• Art direct and produce product and on-figure photo shoots for lookbook and campaign shoots from concept to final execution with deadlines.  
• Partner with the on-set producer to oversee the day-to-day photo shoots  
• Create visually distinctive and engaging imagery for the web, brochures and magazines while maintaining the brand’s style  
• Selects images and manages markups and retouching of all on figure and still life product imagery.  
• Oversee hair, makeup and models to make sure the look and feel of the season and brand is accurately being represented and maintain consistency throughout the shoots  
• Supervise all pre-and post-production work for all imagery and videos in coordination with merchandising team and other stakeholders by providing clear directions and assigning responsibilities to tight deadlines are met  
• Collaborate with the Marketing Director, Creative Director and Photographers to deliver consistent, high quality and on brand product and on figure photography  

Graphics / Marketing / Web:  

• Select seasonal key images across all brands and seasons in partnership with strategy team for marketing purposes.  
• Have a solid understanding of site functionality, architecture, intuitive user interfaces, and navigation.  
• Design development and communicate to website creative, email marketing and offline assets.  
• Assure that all marketing / advertising timelines, guidelines and regulations are followed.  

Events: 

• Plans creates and set up seasonal showroom and tradeshow displays . 
• Ideate and help execute fashion show concepts.  

About YOU: 

• 5+ years work experience, including art direction, design and event design.  
• Bridal fashion experience preferred. 
• Passion for content-creation . 
• Full understanding of branding and brand right creative.  
• Strong project and process management skills.  
• Strong organizational and time management skills.  
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.  
• Strong communication and presentation skills – both written and verbal – with all levels.  
• Full working knowledge of Adobe creative suite.  
• Strong knowledge of photo imaging and retouching.  
• Working knowledge of capture software.  
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design, excellent leadership skills, and experience managing / project managing a team.  

Justin Alexander

Casting Call: Supermarket Campaign – Sydney

Job Description: We are excited to announce a casting call for an upcoming commercial for a popular supermarket chain. The campaign aims to showcase real-life moments and connections within families. We are looking to cast kids and real families who can bring authenticity and warmth to our advertisement. The filming will take place in Sydney.

Roles:

1. Real Family: Parents (aged 40’s – 50’s) and 2 Teenagers (aged 13 – 17 years).
2. Real Mum and Daughter: Mum (aged 30’s – 40’s) and Daughter (aged 10 – 12 years) with a close bond.
3. Kids: Children aged 4 – 5 years who are comfortable in the water.
4. Real Dad and Daughter: Dad (aged 30’s – 40’s) and Daughter (aged 7 – 10 years) with a close bond.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in the filming of the supermarket commercial.
• Work closely with the director and crew to bring the script to life.
• Be available for the entire duration of the shoot day.
• Follow directions and contribute to a positive on-set atmosphere.

Requirements:

• Must be based in or able to travel to Sydney for the shoot.
• Real families and parent-child duos are strongly preferred.
• Comfortable in front of the camera and able to take direction well.
• For the kids’ role, must be comfortable in the water.
• No acting experience is necessary, but it is beneficial.

Shoot Dates:

• 5th or 6th of December 2023 (1 x shoot day only).

Compensation:

• Selected Adult Talent: $3,500 per person (less tax and plus super).
• Selected Teen Talent: $2,000 per person (less tax and plus super).
• Selected Child Talent: $1,000 per person (less tax and plus super).

Casting Call: Participants for English Language Test Campaign

Job Title: Campaign Participant

Job Details: We are excited to announce a casting call for our upcoming English Language Test Campaign. This opportunity is open to individuals from India and other Asian countries who have relocated to Canada and are non-native English speakers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Film yourself discussing the impact that learning English has had on your life.
• Share personal stories and experiences related to your journey in mastering the English language.
• Provide personal footage that showcases your life in Canada, emphasizing how English proficiency has aided in your transition, education, or employment.

Requirements:

• Must be a non-native English speaker originally from India or another Asian country.
• Currently residing in Canada.
• Have successfully passed an English language proficiency test.
• Must fall into one of the following categories:
  1. Currently enrolled in a university in Canada or a recent graduate.
  2. Recently employed in Canada.
  3. Have recently emigrated to Canada.

Compensation: Selected participants will be compensated with $830 for their contribution to the campaign.

Casting Call: English Language Test Campaign

Job Details:

We are excited to announce a casting call for an upcoming campaign focusing on the transformative impact of learning English. This campaign aims to highlight personal success stories of individuals from India and other Asian countries who have relocated to Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Film yourself discussing how learning English has positively influenced your life.
• Share personal experiences related to university education, recent employment, or immigration to Canada.
• Provide personal footage that captures your journey in learning English and adapting to life in Canada.

Requirements:

• Must be a non-native English speaker from India or another Asian country, currently residing in Canada.
• Must have successfully passed an English language test.
• Should fit into one of the following categories:
  1. Currently enrolled at a university in Canada or a recent graduate.
  2. Recently employed in Canada.
  3. Recently emigrated to Canada.
• Comfortable in front of a camera and able to express personal stories in a compelling manner.
• Able to provide original footage that reflects your personal experiences.

Compensation:

• Successful candidates will receive a payment of $830 CAD for their participation.
• This payment covers the filming of the personal story and the provision of personal footage.

Casting Call: Diverse and Dynamic New Yorkers for Upcoming Campaign

Location: New York City

Job Details: We are excited to announce a casting call for a vibrant and diverse group of individuals for an upcoming campaign in New York City. This project seeks to capture the unique spirit and diversity of New York through its people. We are looking to cast 14 individuals who embody the energy and diversity of the city.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in photo and video shoots for the campaign.
• Collaborate with directors, photographers, and other cast members.
• Be available for fittings and rehearsals as required.
• Follow direction from the creative team while bringing your unique personality to the project.
• Be punctual and professional for all scheduled shoots and meetings.

Requirements:

• Age: Between 30-50 years.
• Ethnicities: All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Sizes: We welcome all sizes, reflecting the diversity of the general population.
• Location: Must be based in or able to commute to New York City.
• Experience: Previous modeling or acting experience is a plus but not required. We are looking for authenticity and charisma.
• Availability: Must be available for the shooting dates (to be confirmed upon selection).

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid opportunity. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the role and experience.
• Additional benefits may include exposure in the campaign, professional photography for personal use, and networking opportunities within the industry.

Casting Call: Diverse and Dynamic New Yorkers for Upcoming Campaign

Job Title: Campaign Cast Member

Location: New York City

Job Details: We are excited to announce a casting call for a vibrant and diverse group of individuals for an upcoming campaign in New York City. This project seeks to capture the unique spirit and diversity of New York through its people. We are looking to cast 14 individuals who embody the energy and diversity of the city.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in photo and video shoots for the campaign.
• Collaborate with directors, photographers, and other cast members.
• Be available for fittings and rehearsals as required.
• Follow direction from the creative team while bringing your unique personality to the project.
• Be punctual and professional for all scheduled shoots and meetings.

Requirements:

• Age: Between 30-50 years.
• Ethnicities: All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Sizes: We welcome all sizes, reflecting the diversity of the general population.
• Location: Must be based in or able to commute to New York City.
• Experience: Previous modeling or acting experience is a plus but not required. We are looking for authenticity and charisma.
• Availability: Must be available for the shooting dates (to be confirmed upon selection).

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid opportunity. Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the role and experience.
• Additional benefits may include exposure in the campaign, professional photography for personal use, and networking opportunities within the industry.

Casting Call: Lead Male Actor for National PSA Campaign

Union Status: Non-Union

Job Details:

• Role Type: Lead
• Speaking Status: Non-Speaking

Character Description:

• Ethnicity: Caucasian
• Age Range: 18-25 years
• Character Traits: The actor will be portraying a young individual facing personal challenges, showcasing resilience and hope in the context of crisis prevention. The role requires strong non-verbal acting skills to convey deep emotions and a journey towards positive change.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the director and production team to understand the vision and message of the PSA.
• Portray the character effectively through non-verbal expressions, actions, and emotions.
• Be present on set for the full duration of the shoot, following the schedule provided by the production team.
• Adhere to all set protocols and guidelines, including any specific instructions related to the portrayal of sensitive topics.

Requirements:

• Must fit the age and ethnicity criteria as specified.
• Previous acting experience preferred, especially in non-speaking roles.
• Ability to express a range of emotions non-verbally.
• Professional attitude and reliability.
• Availability during the specified shooting dates.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $1000 total
• Please note that travel and accommodation expenses are not covered unless otherwise specified.

Casting Call: Bilingual Hispanic Female for Non-Union National PSA

Filming Date: November 28th

Location: Washington DC

Compensation: $1000 for a 10-hour shoot

Job Details:

We are casting for a principal role in a non-union public service announcement (PSA) focusing on the importance of mental health. This role is a key part of a national broadcast campaign.

Role Description – The Mother:

• Age Range: 50-80s
• Ethnicity: Hispanic
• Gender: Female
• Language Requirement: Must be bilingual in Spanish and English

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of The Mother in a sensitive and authentic manner, contributing to the PSA’s message about mental health.
• Work closely with the director and production team to bring the script to life.
• Participate in any necessary rehearsals prior to the shoot date.
• Be available for the full shoot day on November 28th.

Requirements:

• Professional acting experience, particularly in television, film, or theatre.
• Fluent in both Spanish and English, able to perform convincingly in both languages.
• Ability to convey a wide range of emotions and connect with the audience.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
• Reliable transportation to the location in Washington DC.

Compensation Details:

• The selected actress will be compensated $1000 for a 10-hour shoot day.
• Payment will be processed in accordance with industry standards post-shoot.