Charlotte Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Crafted is looking for a knowledgeable Art Director who will concept, design and coordinate resources to create original creative for our B2B customers. 

The Art Director will meet with clients and internal departments to discuss and establish project objectives, research current trends and the target demographic and troubleshoot the visual needs of a campaign from the initial planning stages until the finished campaign is presented. 

The successful Art Director is an experienced creative and multitasker with exceptional project, time management and communication skills. You should be punctual, perceptive and detail-oriented with a great mind for developing and realizing the vision of the campaign. 

Responsibilities 

• Deliver a wide array of design outputs, including digital, print, environmental, web, storyboards and video graphics. 
• Provide support to the Creative Director and other key stakeholders. 
• Develop design concepts and creative solutions that meet clients’ business objectives and budgets. 
• Working with other members of the art department to evaluate client or company needs and create visual elements for campaigns. 
• Speaking with the company or client to set goals, provide updates, receive feedback and present the final campaign. 
• Conduct research to better understand brand objectives, target markets and industry trends. 
• Collaborate with other departments and contractors to create cohesive, effective campaigns. 
• Establish budgets and timelines and deliver the finished campaign within those parameters. 
• Troubleshooting design and process problems as they arise. 
• Look for ways to improve design department processes. 

Your Required Education and Professional Experience 

• 5+ years of experience within an agency or marketing organization delivering high-end creative for demand generation programs with the above-listed responsibilities. 
• Ability to work autonomously; self-sufficient and personally motivated to deliver excellent work and results. 
• Interpersonal skills: exceptional verbal/written communication, listening and coaching. 
• Experience with Adobe and a myriad of creative platforms and tools. 
• Ability to work in a collaborative and innovative team environment. 
• Design degree or creative/design-based education. 

Your Personal Attributes & Skills 

• Team player who works well collaboratively and is quick to credit others 
• Positive attitude with humility and a sense of humor 
• Strong results-oriented focus for clients 
• Effective time management skills and the ability to multitask 
• Calm under pressure 
• Strong intellectual curiosity and high attention to detail 



What We Offer 

• Be part of a team that likes to have fun and is focused on quality work and performance 
• Competitive salary, health insurance, disability, 401k + match and profit sharing 
• Paid time off for holidays, vacation, sick or personal time 

Crafted

Live Oak Bank Commercial Casting Call

“Electric Love” LGBTQ+ Casting Call

Description

Chernoff Newman is passionate about solving problems through creative communications. We enjoy the folks we spend our days with, whether it’s inside the office or outside after hours. We have a relentless curiosity, no matter what discipline we’re working within, and that drives our passion for creativity. It also fuels a culture of collaboration and fun. We live in a team environment, where we truly work across all disciplines in our marketing efforts. And the most important member of our team? That’s our client. This approach, where we put our clients first, helps us work together as a unified team. A team built to connect with consumers on a personal level. Technology may drive this engagement, but people are who really make it happen.

We’re in search of someone who is able to routinely conceptualize creative solutions that effectively communicate strategic intent across a variety of mediums. Ultimately, our art directors are expected to understand clients’ needs and visually express ideas through compelling, persuasive imagery and design. Art directors work closely with our associate creative directors and copywriters to schedule and monitor all art direction and graphic design projects.

Our best work is achieved when we bring diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets together to solve problems for our clients. In addition to diversity of thought, we value diversity of people and are committed to a workforce that’s inclusive of our community and culture.

Requirements

Specific responsibilities include:

Primary Responsibilities: Art Direction/Graphic Design

Interact with Copywriters, FE Developers to develop creative concepts and executions of assigned product(s).

Possess solid understanding of the science and market dynamics of assigned product(s).

Work closely with account executives to schedule and monitor all projects.

Provide accurate time and cost estimates for each tactic.

Perform miscellaneous tasks, as directed by Creative Director or ACDs.

The responsibilities are many, various, and not limited to those written in this document.

A few of other things that we’re looking for:

• A minimum of an associates (2 year) degree in advertising, communication design, or visual arts. A bachelor (4 year) degree is preferred.
• 3+ years design experience in an agency setting is required.
• If no degree is possessed, then 6–8 years related experience in agency setting is required.
• Must possess exceptional computer skills. Macintosh operating platform a must. Thorough knowledge of the following software applications is required: Adobe Creative Cloud, Keynote and any widely utilized word processing application.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and provide marketable solutions in conceiving, developing, and producing tactics.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Matching Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
• Family Leave
• Training & Development

Growth Path

Increased responsibilities and direct reports as the Agency and its affiliates continue to grow. As a general guide, Art Directors will be trained and developed to become Senior Art Directors.

And here are a few ways we describe the people who fit into our agency culture:

• Curious – everyone here has the courage to wonder what’s next for our clients and our industry
• Team-driven – this is a true team environment where our clients are the most important member of the team
• Big thinkers – we are all makers, innovators and catalysts for change
• Business savvy – our focus is on strategic, original work that drives a positive bottom line for our client
• Get it done attitude – we are client-focused, responsive and always thinking about measuring our results
• Pride in work – we do what we say by the best of our ability and we are always going for great

If you are ready for the challenge, then we are ready to hear from you!

Pay Range: Industry competitive, commensurate with experience
Chernoff Newman

“Electric Love” Casting Call for Recurring Roles

Associate Social Media Manager

Associate Social Media Manager, you will support the development and execution of social media strategies on behalf of both the agency and its clients. You will report directly to the Social Media Director, manage a Coordinator, and serve as a direct point-of-contact to clients.

EXPERIENCE: 3+ Years

SALARY RANGE: $65,000 – $75,000 + Full Benefits

AS ASSOCIATE SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER, YOUR DAY-TO-DAY WILL LOOK LIKE:

• Supporting the development and execution of social strategies for clients, which includes creating content calendars, copywriting across platforms like TikTok, IG, FB, Twitter and more.
• Managing the day-to-day activity of agency accounts, which includes developing content calendars, retrieving necessary assets, copywriting, collaborating with the Social Director, and managing the Social Coordinator.
• Communicating with internal teams to organize content inventory and manage ongoing timelines.
• Researching and identifying emerging social trends, and preparing creative briefs, moodboards and shot lists for content capture. Collaborating with the Creative team to project manage elements like social video cutting and/or story tile creation.
• Creating native social content when applicable, such as creating Instagram stories on-site at events.
• Reporting and measuring high level analytics into monthly reports with actionable insights.

IF YOU’RE RIGHT FOR THE ROLE, THE FOLLOWING SHOULD DESCRIBE YOU:

• Fluent across social platforms, with an awareness of what content types work best on each, and how brands are utilizing social media.
• An excellent writer who can adjust your voice and tone for a range of clients, projects and audiences. You know what is resonating online.
• Organized and agile, you have a buttoned up approach to project management and can react quickly to news and social conversations.
• A strong and willing collaborator who can work cross-functionally within the agency.
• An analytical thinker who can convert data into actionable strategy.

Search Max, Inc

Reeds Jewelers Commercial Casting Call

Casting:

• Male or Female 
• 20-59 years old
• Any ethnicity

Works: North Carolina

Date: January 2, 2023

$300/Day Basketball Player Stand-in Casting Call

Hello, Everyone!
C&J is looking for an individual that is between 6’5 to 6’8 to be a stand in for an upcoming print shoot in the Charlotte Area. 

This is a paid opportunity IF CAST.

Please pay close attention to instructions. Please fill out contact sheet to submit. As always, you can direct any questions about this project to us via email!

ROLES
[STAND IN] 18 to 35 years old, Height: 6’5 – 6’8. HEIGHT NOTE: Ideally, we are looking for someone who is 6’7

PRODUCTION DATES + LOCATIONS: 
SUBMISSION DEADLINE – 12/8 by 12:00pm EST

Shoot Dates: Dec 12 – 13, 2022

Shoot Location: Charlotte, NC 

RATE
RATE: $300

TRAVEL: local hire to Charlotte 

COVID NOTE: Client will require testing in advance and will reimburse for this cost. Covid testing time stipend: $75 flat

Run or Usage: 1 year global print. All media excluding broadcast.

Art Director

French | West | Vaughan (FWV) is seeking a talented, conceptual and passionate Art Director to join its creative team in the Raleigh office. A strong graphic design background is a must, as well as experience crafting, producing and presenting big-idea campaigns across all media. We’re looking for a storyteller who sweats the details and loves working within an integrated team and a fast-paced agency. The right candidate will have experience working closely with copywriters, photographers, directors, editors and production teams. You should be highly organized, deadline driven, client loving, coworker supporting and motivated to collaborate across agency departments. An integrated portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and proficiency in graphic design and art direction across all channels is a must.

At FWV, work spans all traditional and digital channels, including print, collateral, TV, social media, web, new business, and agency marketing efforts. Video editing and motion graphic skills will be considered a great plus. Experience with consumer brands in tech, western, outdoor, travel and tourism, and the pet industry would be amazing.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with copywriters, account, client and production teams to concept and execute original and effective marketing campaigns
2. Develop creative strategies focused on innovative and results driven solutions
3. Develop logos, websites, collateral and advertising ideas
4. Oversee printing, web development and TV/film production
5. Present ideas and strategies with excitement and clarity, both internally and to clients
6. Develop strategic ideas and help craft the agency’s approach in new business efforts
7. Manage multiple projects and deadlines, pivot to client feedback, while still delivering effective creative solutions

Requirements:

1. Digital portfolio showcasing conceptual thinking and creative strategy, with examples of art direction across advertising, social, web and collateral
2. Six-plus years of experience (creative agency experience strongly preferred)
3. Four-year degree in communications, marketing or advertising preferred
4. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Google slides, docs and drive
5. Experience directing photo and video production, video editing and motion graphic design
6. Advanced knowledge of print and digital production, banner design and UX design
7. Strong leadership, collaborative problem-solving and communication skills
8. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

ABOUT FWV:

FWV is a 25x National Agency of the Year recipient and the most highly decorated agency in the history of the South. We are a team of creative and passionate brand marketers conducting fascinating work for clients ranging from large national brands to growing start-ups. We have been named the #1 Agency “For People That Like the People They Work With,” and one of the Top 10 Agencies for creating a “Positive Work/Life Balance” for associates and are proud of the culture of continuous improvement we’ve cultivated over the past 25 years, and one we want to maintain for decades more.

As an agency, we offer:

1. Comprehensive benefits via company sponsored healthcare, dental, vison, flexible spending account (FSA)/dependent care account, basic life & AD&D/Voluntary Life AD&D, STD/LTD, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary accident, critical illness and pet insurance
2. Participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a company match
3. Company paid parking for those working from our Downtown Raleigh HQ
4. A pet friendly work environment
5. Frequent company sponsored agency get-togethers
6. Summer Hours, which include closing at 1pm every Friday between Memorial Day and Labor Day
7. Generous paid time off, including bonus time around the major holidays
8. A hybrid work model that allows associates to work from home at least two days per week, or from one of our other agency offices
9. The use of electric bikes to help associates discover new and exciting places in our downtown areas

Come join our team!

French/West/Vaughan

$1,200 Commercial Casting Call for Kid Basketball Players

Hello, Basketball Players!

C&J is looking for Kid Basketball players, with a size 4 shoe, to be part of a print shoot in Charlotte, North Carolina! 

This is a paid opportunity.

Please pay close attention to taping instructions for each role. Download the taping instructions below. Please upload videos accordingly. As always, you can direct any questions about this project to us via email!

ROLES

• [PLAYER 1] 8 to 11 years old. Male. All ethnicities. Looking for cute, athletic kids who can play basketball with some amount of authenticity/skill

  • KIDS MUST WEAR: US Shoe Size 4

• .[PLAYER 2] 8 to 11 years old. Female. All ethnicites. Looking for a cute, athletic kids who can

  play basketball with some amount of authenticity/skill

  • KIDS MUST WEAR: US Shoe Size 4

PRODUCTION DATES + LOCATIONS:

• SHOOT DATE – 12/12/22

• WARDROBE FITTING – TBD

• SHOOT LOCATION: CHARLOTTE, NC

RATE

• RATE OF PAY: $1200

• FITTING FEE (IF NEEDED – TBD): $50 (IF DAY BEFORE)

• COVID TESTING STIPEND: Client will require testing in advance and will reimburse

  for this cost. Covid testing time stipend: $75 flat

• USAGE: 1 year global print. All media excluding broadcast.