Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Job Title:              Environmental Producer/Reporter

Appointment:           Full Time

Salary:                      Commensurate with Experience

Opening Date:         January 4, 2023

Closing Date:          When filled

To Apply:                  Send a cover letter listing job for which you are applying and contact information to Julie Sanders, Director of Marketing, [email protected] Attach resume. No phone calls or walk-ins.

WTVP ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCER/REPORTER

WTVP, public media for Central Illinois, seeks a producer/reporter to generate environmentally focused content across several platforms. This person should be able to create long and short-format productions for broadcast, digital distribution, print and radio. They should be versed in both videography and editing and will join the station’s award-winning production staff, and they must be a self-starter.

WTVP, the PBS-affiliated station serving Peoria, Bloomington, and Galesburg, Illinois, produces a variety of local programming for both digital platforms and broadcast. Original local programs include historical and topical documentaries, public affairs, performance specials, profiles, fundraising and contract work for outside agencies.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop content, research,  write, and produce at least one long-format documentary per year
• Develop content, research, write, and produce short videos for air and social media.
• Develop content, research, and write articles for Peoria Magazine (a subsidiary of WTVP).
• Develop content, research, write and produce audio stories.
• Assist other producers in identifying possible subjects and talent.
• Complete projects on deadline and self-schedule your workload.
• Be able to work with various departments at the station.
• Have a firm knowledge of field production and editing.
• Work within a set budget.
• Maintain communication with managers and donors.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates should have a passion for environmental issues, excellent written, verbal and personal communication skills, and demonstrated knowledge of script writing, editing, computer skills, and working with budgets. Ideally, candidates will have at least four years experience producing/reporting in field and studio environments.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary with benefits including health insurance (65% company paid), ten vacation days, twelve sick days, two personal days, and a 401(k) match up to 5% after six months—salary based on experience.

WTVP is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.  

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“Porch on Windy Hill” Open Casting Call

Simon Casting is seeking non-union understudies for the following roles in Northlight Theatre’s upcoming production of Porch on Windy Hill: 

BECKETT (Cover) Late 20s, white male. Multi-instrumentalist. Originally from Connecticut, he has studied Ethnomusicology and Music History at Williams College.

His passion is Old Time and Traditional American Music. He and his girlfriend, Mira have played music together since they met in college, and he is “leading” the expedition, navigating Fiddlers’ Coventions and Festivals around the Applachian region.

The actor must play the Mandolin with a high level of proficiency. Other instruments played by the character include Guitar and Tenor Banj. 

MIRA (COVER) 26 year-old, bi-racial, Asian-American woman. A Brooklyn Hispter orginally from North Carolina. While Traveling near Asheville with her wihte, Hippie/musician boyfriend, after month of “COVID Lockdown”, she meets her estranged maternal grandfather – a “footnote-famous” banjo-player – after almost twenty years without contact.

Needs to have above average classical musica background and should have the ability to read a Mozart solo. 

Must play the Violin at a high level of proficiency. Other instruments that this character plays in the show are Appalachian Dulcimer and the Er-hu (rudmientary skills are required and cabe learned in rehearsal.)

Will perform a minimum of 6 performance

Imporant Dates: Rehearsal Date (s): March 28, 2023

Performances: April 13-May 14, 2023.

CBB: WISCONSIN VS ILLINOIS

Date – 1/6/2023 & 1/7/2023
Project – CBB: WISCONSIN VS ILLINOIS
Location – State Farm Center at Champaign, IL
Position – Skilled Utility / Grip
Rate – $250/10

**This is not a film, video, or TV production focused role**

ABOUT MUROS

Muros is a rapidly growing art activation agency, partnering with some of the best artists in the world to create first-of-its-kind experiences for brands and businesses. We specialize in street art and experiential activations, to create truly authentic and impactful connections between organizations and the communities they serve.

Our vision is to get more art seen by providing new platforms for all types of artists to showcase their work.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Producer will be responsible for taking creative ideas, client requests and tactical components of each project and translating those into strategic plans and deliverables to ensure each campaign’s success. We are looking for brag-worthy producer skills and experience, including strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills. What’s more, you’ll do it all while managing timelines and budgets to ensure flawless execution of those big ideas we brazenly take on.

In this role, you will be a critical support to each function within the organization. Whether Client Services or Artist Relations, this role will touch all that we do. We need someone who has demonstrated initiative, is a great team player but also a high-functioning individual contributor who can run with just about anything and make it shine.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Responsible for day-to-day aspects of production including scoping and estimating needs for creative ideas, building detailed project schedules/run of show. 
• Expertly manage project scope and budgets, research and secure production resources, vendors and/or locations.
• Develop means to QA and track all deliverables, to enhance project documentation and communication for cross-functional teams.
• Track schedules, manages vendors, identifies weaknesses, bottlenecks, and risks in the schedule, and assists with troubleshooting communication to navigate any potential problems that may arise.
• Responsible for building and scaling critical vendor relationships and building a trusted network of partners across the country to allow for efficient scale across the U.S. and beyond. 
• Possess extraordinary interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive, multi-task, and prioritize a high-volume of tasks in a diverse and dynamic environment
• You’re a stickler for details and don’t let things slip through the cracks—plus maintain a balanced workload that’s always prioritized.
• You’re a champion organizer of time with a high capacity to get sh*t done.
• You communicate effectively and can build and maintain relationships with ease, both internal and external.
• You’re an out-of-the-box thinker, eager to express and share new ideas.
• You’re a creative soul at your core and you truly believe in the value—and power—of art!

REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-5 years in production at a creative agency, experiential agency, production company or similar environment.
• Must be willing to commit and take responsibility for projects under their supervision and ensure high-quality results.
• Very organized self-starter willing to assume responsibility for any task thrown their way. 
• Effective negotiation and positive-minded problem-solving skills required to manage partners and vendors.
• Ability to collaborate with internal co-workers and external clients and vendors at a variety of levels and across functions.
• A demonstrated track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently demonstrating sound critical-thinking skills and maintaining composure in stressful situations.
• After-hours work and overnight traveling to project sites required.
• Ability to manage against metrics and KPIs to demonstrate and track your success. 
• Self-motivated and a self-starter who can navigate ambiguity, uncover new opportunities and define the word “hustle” day in and day out.
• Excellent listening, written and verbal communication skills … you listen and people listen to you.
• Comfortable working in an extremely fast-paced start-up environment. You’re in this for the long haul and want to be part of the movement.

**This role will be located in Chicago, IL**

WHY YOU WILL LOVE WORKING HERE

Mostly because we do really cool and impactful sh*t (that no one else is doing) … all while delivering great results. That’s a big part of it and we’re damn proud of it. You’ll also join Muros at an early stage of the company so you’ll have an incredible opportunity to work 1:1 with each of the leaders to help grow and shape the future of our organization.

Our team is passionate, fun and we get to work with some amazingly talented people. When you help bring your first 8000 sq. ft. mural to life and you see that ginormous masterpiece in front of you, you’ll find “results” take on a whole new meaning. There’s nothing like transforming an entire building or city block with a show-stopping piece of artwork to get you fired up and ready to start your day again. 

We offer a flexible work schedule and opportunities to travel (if you’re into that sort of thing). Our business isn’t a 9-5 and admittedly requires flexibility so we try to flex with you. There are weekends and there are evenings here at Muros but we work hard to balance what we take with what we give. 

We also offer a full benefits package, live in a 2nd floor, loft style office in the West Loop and did we mention we put badass art out into the world?? In short, we’re a fun, work hard/play hard start up that’s ready to take the world by storm and we’d love to find the right person to join our team! 

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Veterans/LGBTQIA+

INDUSTRY

Marketing and Advertising

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full-time

To apply, please send your resume to [email protected]

Muros