Chicago Modeling Gigs

#WeAreParamount on a mission to unleash the power of content… you in?
We’ve got the brands, we’ve got the stars, we’ve got the power to achieve our mission to entertain the planet – now all we’re missing is… YOU! Becoming a part of Paramount means joining a team of passionate people who not only recognize the power of content but also enjoy a touch of fun and uniqueness. Together, we co-create moments that matter – both for our audiences and our employees – and aim to leave a positive mark on culture.

We are seeking a performance-driven Assignment Editor to help drive daily news coverage in Chicago. This role is central to identifying stories, advancing investigations, and coordinating breaking news coverage across the newsroom. The ideal candidate is persistent, organized, and motivated to find answers.

Key Responsibilities
•    Coordinate breaking news coverage and efficiently deploy newsroom resources.
•    Generate story ideas and pursue leads and tips.
•    Research and advance follow-ups on past stories, including investigative reporting.
•    Work closely with reporters, photographers, and producers to develop content for broadcast, digital, and streaming platforms.
•    Monitor scanners, email, social media, and public sources for news.

Preferred Skills and Experience
•    Curiosity and a strong commitment to finding answers.
•    Ability to identify enterprise and investigative opportunities.
•    Strong organizational and multitasking skills under deadline pressure.
•    Sound editorial judgment and decision-making.
•    Knowledge of public records and court systems is a plus.
•    2 years of related experience

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or a related field preferred.
•    Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Hiring Salary Range: $60,000.00 – 70,000.00.

The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.
• Explore life at Paramount: https://www.paramount.com/careers/life-at-paramount

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

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Working at QVC Group means joining a live social shopping company with incredible teams, ambitious projects and amazing careers. QVC Group, Inc. is a Fortune 500 company with six leading retail brands – QVC®, HSN®, Ballard Designs®, Frontgate®, Garnet Hill® and Grandin Road.Your Opportunity, Your TeamThe Manager of Brand Influencer & Talent Partnerships supports QVC and HSN. He or she will develop & lead new/innovative creator & influencer programs, brand advocacy initiatives, and other people-powered commerce & marketing opportunities, ensuring our focus on evolving how QVC and HSN tell stories in alignment with brand across current, new & emerging channels.Where You’ll WorkThis role is hybrid and will require you to be onsite at West Chester, PA several days per month (onsite days are predetermined and standard across the company). Job seekers must reside in one of the following states to be considered: PA, DE,or NJ. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.What You’ll DoDevelop and execute consumer-facing brand influencer campaigns that elevate QVC and HSN’s brand, product and entertainment offerings, driving increased reach and relevancy of our brand, revenue growth, customer expansion, and engagement across owned & external social platforms, & more.Manage the Brand Influencer strategies aligned to QVC Group’s Growth / WIN strategy, working in collaboration with partner teams to create and implement an integrated plan.Manage planning and execution of brand influencer strategy for key tent-pole events, including brand/social commerce event collaborations supporting the Growth Strategy, such as TikTok Shop Super Brand Days.Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with agencies influencers and key stakeholders.Monitor social media trends and proactively identify opportunities for positive brand exposure via influencer/talent strategy across broadcast, streaming, social and digital.Collaborate cross-functionally with brand, growth marketing, merchandising, digital, programming, social commerce and streaming teams to support integrated omnichannel campaigns.Measure and report on brand influencer effectiveness, using insights to optimize future strategies.What You’ll BringBachelors degree in Business, Marketing or a related field5+ years of social media and/or digital marketingKnowledge of the influencer/creator industry including talent, social trends, & emerging platformsPrior experience in developing and executing creative ideas and concepts required#LI-ST4Our Total Rewards package includes benefits you’ll love such as competitive compensation, paid time off, an employee assistance program, parental leave, paid volunteer hours, and amazing company discounts! In our US market, you can also expect health care benefits starting on day 1, 401(k),and tuition reimbursement benefits. QVC Group is committed to inclusion and belonging for all and ensuring that our workplace provides equal employment opportunities for all team members and candidates and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. As an equal opportunity employer, QVC Group is committed to a barrier-free employment process. If you need reasonable accommodations/support throughout, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance. If provided, salary ranges are a general guideline only, and actual salaries will vary and are based on factors such as a candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and geographic location as well as business and market conditions.

• Hourly Rate: $55-$65/Hour
• Hours: 40 Hours Per Week/Hybrid (1 day on office; more if shoots are scheduled)
• Location: NYC People Inc. Office (Hybrid: 1 day on office; more if shoots are scheduled)
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: 6 months, with the potential to extend

• Own end-to-end production, including conceptualization, pre-production, shooting, editing, and final delivery.
• Direct, produce, and manage the workflows for content ranging from daily short, reactive social clips to premium short-form series.
• Help to concept and launch recurring formats that showcase the brand and product’s utility and value.
• Edit with strong instincts for hooks, pacing, retention, and shareability, adding creative value beyond the brief.
• Optimize all video content for Instagram, TikTok, and emerging platforms.
• Stay ahead of platform trends, features, and cultural moments.
• Manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving, startup environment.

• 4+ years of experience producing and editing social-first video for brands, publishers, or personal platforms.
• A portfolio of short-form work demonstrating strong pacing, storytelling, and viral performance (examples required).
• Proven ability to create formats and series that drive social engagement and growth.
• Deep understanding of Instagram and TikTok, including platform trends and retention strategies.
• Strong instincts for pacing, hooks, and finding the most compelling “moment” in raw footage.
• Knowledge of celebrity culture, fashion/style, beauty, and shopping, and how these topics are consumed and engaged with on social platforms.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume environments with tight deadlines.
• Ability to manage projects end-to-end, from concept through final delivery.

• Familiar with TikTok, Instagram, and emerging social platforms
• Passionate about content creation, digital culture, and shopping
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment without sacrificing quality
• Obsessed with hooks, retention, and audience behavior
• Collaborative, decisive, and solutions-oriented

Please be aware of fraudulent recruiters offering opportunities at People Inc. If you are in conversations about a job opportunity and wish to confirm its validity, please reach out directly to [email protected].

• Hourly Rate: $40-$50/Hour

• Hours: 40 Hours Per Week/Hybrid (1 day in office; more if in-office shoots are scheduled)
• Location: Preferably New York City-based with the ability to be in the office 1 day per week
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: 3 months with the potential to extend

• Pitch, write, star in, film, and edit 1 to 2 short-form videos per day that are optimized for TikTok and Instagram Reels
• Own end-to-end production, including conceptualization, pre-production, shooting, editing, and final delivery of content
• Translate trends, cultural moments, and shopping insights into high-performing social videos
• Edit with strong instincts for hooks, pacing, retention, and shareability
• Pitch video ideas, contribute to content calendars, and help identify upcoming opportunities and formats
• Manage multiple deadlines in a fast-moving environment

• 2+ years of experience creating social-first content for brands, publishers, or personal platforms
• A portfolio demonstrating strong on-camera presence, performance-driven storytelling, and editing abilities
• Proven experience writing scripts and crafting social copy
• Deep understanding of TikTok and Instagram including hooks, pacing, retention strategies, and platform best practices
• Ability to manage projects end-to-end from concept through final delivery

• In the know and passionate about shopping as well as fashion, beauty, and home trends
• Chronically online and fluent in TikTok and Reels culture
• Fun, energetic, and naturally funny on camera
• An excellent oral and written communicator
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing quality
• Collaborative, solution-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced team environment
• New York City-based with the capacity to be in office 1 day per week

Comedy Show Host Casting Call

Job Description
A live entertainment venue is seeking comedians to host upcoming comedy shows in Ridgewood, New York. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to showcase their personality, engage live audiences, and build experience hosting in a fun, energetic environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Host and perform during live comedy shows
• Engage and interact with the audience
• Maintain show flow and introduce acts or segments
• Bring energy, humor, and stage presence to each performance

Requirements

• Comedians or performers with strong stage presence
• Comfortable hosting live shows and engaging crowds
• Reliable and punctual for scheduled time slots
• Must be local to Ridgewood, NY or surrounding area
• Open to performing during available show slots

Compensation

• Opportunity to host and perform live

Supporting Roles for Major Feature Film

Job Description
A major international feature film is casting diverse supporting talent, including children and adults, for a variety of roles. This exciting production will film in Barbados and is seeking performers with strong on-screen presence to bring authentic, engaging characters to life across multiple scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting characters in a feature film production
• Perform scripted scenes with natural and believable delivery
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Collaborate with cast and crew in both speaking and non-speaking roles
• Maintain professionalism on set during filming

Requirements

• Male and female talent of all ethnicities, ages 6–60+
• Open to both speaking and non-speaking roles
• Strong, natural on-camera presence
• Comfortable performing in a variety of scenes, including emotional or character-driven moments
• Must be legally eligible to work in Barbados
• Ability to take direction and work collaboratively on set

Compensation

• Paid roles for all selected talent

Website Video & Photo Shoot Talent

Job Description
A commercial production is casting talent for a website video and promotional content featuring an air conditioning and plumbing company. This project will showcase real-life service scenarios in a friendly, professional, and relatable tone. Filming will take place in San Antonio, Texas, and surrounding areas, highlighting authentic customer interactions and team-based work environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray employees, homeowners, or clients in a commercial-style video
• Participate in natural, conversational scenes demonstrating services
• Follow direction while maintaining a relaxed and authentic on-camera presence
• Collaborate with other cast members in ensemble scenes
• Deliver actions or light dialogue in a clear, natural way

Requirements

• Male and female talent, ages 20–60
• Professional, warm, and relatable on-camera presence
• Comfortable working in team-based scenes
• Able to take direction and adapt during filming
• Must be local to San Antonio, TX or surrounding areas
• Prior acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate based on experience)

Brand Ambassador for Promotional Events

Job Description
A promotional team is seeking outgoing and reliable brand ambassadors to represent a brand at upcoming live events in Florida. This role is perfect for energetic individuals who enjoy engaging with the public and creating memorable brand experiences in fast-paced environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent the brand at live promotional events
• Engage with event attendees in a friendly and professional manner
• Distribute promotional materials and communicate brand messaging
• Maintain a positive and energetic presence throughout the event

Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older
• Outgoing, reliable, and professional demeanor
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Available to work scheduled event hours in Florida locations
• Must be local to event areas

Compensation

• Paid promotional event opportunity

Featured Secretary Background Role for TV Series

Job Description
A television series is casting a featured background actress to portray a secretary in an upcoming production. This role offers a great opportunity to work closely with the director and gain valuable on-set experience in a professional filming environment. Filming will take place in Nashville, Tennessee.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a secretary in a featured background role
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming
• Be prepared for extended time on set if needed

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 48–58
• Non-union performers
• Must be local to Nashville, TN
• Available for a full day of filming with flexible call times
• Able to commit to up to 12+ hours on set if required

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour)

Police Cadet Extras for TV Series

Job Description
A hit television series is casting clean-shaven male extras with short hair to portray police cadets in an upcoming training scene. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors to gain on-set experience in a dynamic and professional production environment. Filming will take place in Chicago and surrounding areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police cadets in a training scene
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directors
• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set
• Participate in background action sequences as required

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 18–30s
• Clean-shaven with short hair
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be local to Chicago, suburbs, or surrounding Illinois border states
• Available for full-day filming
• Comfortable working in a non-speaking background role

Compensation

• Paid non-speaking extra role