Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Simon Casting is searching for:

• Male Dancers for an upcoming immersive theater production.

Requirements:

• Must be non-equity
• Must be a Chicago local hire
• Must be available from 3/29 – 6/19 in Chicago
• Skills in classical, contemporary, jazz and ballet
• Charismatic, strong stage presence, upper body strength
• 5’8 – 6’ tall

Who We Are

Company Description

Valassis, a Vericast business, is the leader in marketing technology and consumer engagement. We work with over 60,000 companies and brands in a wide array of industries, partnering to anticipate consumer intent, inspire action, and create demand. NCH Marketing Services, Inc. and Clipper Magazine are Valassis subsidiaries. Follow Valassis on LinkedIn and Twitter.

Job Description

We’re looking for a highly motivated Influencer & Social Strategist II to help us develop and implement influencer and paid social campaign strategies for our clients. This role will be responsible for assessing client requests, developing campaign strategy, managing client relationships, and supporting efficient handoff of campaigns to the influencer marketing and paid social execution teams.

The ideal candidate is extremely organized, big-picture thinking, and highly creative, with a knack for project management and attention to detail. This candidate is open-minded, unafraid to roll up their sleeves while operating in a very fast-paced environment.

Must love all things social and digital marketing and want to grow alongside our amazing team and innovative products!

What You Do

• Lead development of influencer and paid social client strategies.
• Manage client success at all steps in the proposal lifecycle.
• Partner cross-functionally with various internal stakeholders and departments to understand and collaborate on overarching client and campaign needs and goals.
• Keep supervisors and internal peers and stakeholders informed of all facets of campaign progress while effectively maintaining and prioritizing dynamic deadlines.
• Conduct client calls to walk through capabilities and proposal strategy.
• Support overall project management and prioritization across proposals.

Additional Responsibilities

• Develop, strategize, and execute influencer marketing and paid social campaigns for clients such as Coca-Cola, Pepsi, L’Oreal, Mondelez, McCormick, and more.
• Own and support relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders, understanding the nuances when it comes to the complexities of influencer marketing and paid social as well as larger marketing strategies.
• Collaborate with our senior team to develop unique creative and campaign concepts and proposals.
• Create and present senior team-facing presentations and proposals with style and an eye for detail.

Qualifications

Who you are:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Outstanding project management and priority-setting skills to identify and determine steps needed to accomplish assigned tasks and execute them.
• 2+ years media planning experience (social media planning experience a plus)
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong ability to assess the bigger picture and implications of strategy set-up on the larger team and execution portion of the campaign.
• Ability to communicate and present information effectively and concisely, both internally within a team environment, and externally with our clients.
• Equally excited about interpreting data as you are about brainstorming creative initiatives.
• Have a basic understanding of the social media landscape and are a Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and TikTok user.
• Exhibit resourcefulness and an ability to adjust to new priorities as required.
• Demonstrate initiative to suggest and implement new ideas for the betterment of the team, product, and clients.
• Hunger to learn.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Vericast offers a generous total rewards benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K matching and generous PTO allowance. A wide variety of additional benefits like life insurance, employee assistance and pet insurance are also available, not to mention smart and friendly coworkers!

Who We Are

Vericast business, is the leader in marketing technology and consumer engagement. We work with over 60,000 companies and brands in a wide array of industries, partnering to anticipate consumer intent, inspire action, and create demand. NCH Marketing Services, Inc. and Clipper Magazine are Valassis subsidiaries is its consumer brand. Its signature Have You Seen Me?® program delivers hope to missing children and their families. Follow Vericast on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

At Vericast, we don’t just accept differences – we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our clients and our community. Vericast considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classifications protected by law. In addition, Vericast will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities by contacting us at: [email protected]. EEO is the law. To review your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity please visit: www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

Valassis Marketing Solutions

At Willow Creek Community Church our mission is to help people take next steps to Love God, Love People, and Change the World. We are a multi-generational, multi-ethnic multiplying movement of Christ followers passionate about worshiping Jesus, growing in faith, sharing our lives & faith with others, reaching people who don’t have a relationship with God, and blessing our communities and world through our transformed lives & radical generosity.

Words matter. They have the power to open doors, soften hearts, and stir the kind of curiosity and wonder that causes people to take next steps in their faith with Jesus. As the copy writer you are our “words person.” If it has words, you will have your hands on the content at some point in the process, ensuring it is both clear and compelling, removing barriers in the user experience and staying true to the Willow brand voice. You understand multiple writing formats and audiences, knowing the best way to reach people through in-person stage announcements, digital newsletters and social media copy, informational and promotional website and app copy, blog reflections and stories, and video scripts. Your ability to listen, seek out information, and craft cohesive themes throughout all your content will help move our congregation and community on a journey to know and grow with God.

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Job Responsibilities

• Weekly writing assignments–email, announcement copy, service slides, application blog from teaching
• Write 1-2 stories a month for social, highlighting volunteer/staff, values of church
• Assist in writing and pulling content for social out of teaching or for posts
• Create summary and promotional copy for series deliverables, including YouTube, web, etc
• Help shape and create library of content to live on app to help people take next steps in loving God, loving people, and changing the world
• Future: Work with other writers and content producers in the church to coach on various writing skills to execute the Willow brand voice.

Success is Defined As…

• A regular rhythm of written copy and content that engages audiences and inspires people to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Skills/Competencies:

• Experience working in a variety of writing styles, ability to manage multiple projects and processes, ability to build relationships and work with others, strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail.

Personal Characteristics:

• Adaptable, driven, proactive, collaborative, creative, high relational EQ
• Willing to be a regular attender at a Willow Creek church campus

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Industry experience
• Writing or journalism experience
• Proven writing and story-telling experience
• Copy editing skills

Willow Creek Community Church

Local to Chicago, Suburbs and Surrounding border states ONLY!

Casting Alert! We are searching for MEN AND WOMEN with either MILITARY EXPERIENCE, OR REAL SWATT, OR REAL POLICE, OR ANY person with real experience handling guns to make it look real in a SWAT scene for CHICAGO FIRE.

Please help us spread the word!!

We have a very exciting next episode of Chicago Fire and we are searching for MEN AND WOMEN, ages 20’s to 50’s, all ethnicities, to work multiple days on Chicago Fire.

You will need to be available from March 22, 23, 24, 25.

You also need to be available for a Covid test and a fitting, plus a Covid test. The Covid test will most likely be on Wed., March 16th (takes about one hour), A fitting on Friday, March 18th (takes about 2 hours), and a Covid test on Sunday, March 20th. 

Casting Alert!

For our next episode of Chicago Med we are searching for MALES AND FEMALES, 20’s to 50’s all ethnicities, fully vaccinated including the booster shoot, to work on Chicago Med, Tuesday, March 15th and Wednesday, and Wed. March 16th as MEDICAL TYPES. There will be a Covid test (takes about one hour) on Sunday, March 13th.

Directors Pick!

Casting Alert! For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for MALES and FEMALES, 30’s-40’s, all ethnicities, to be a featured role on Chicago Fire. You MUST be available to work from Wednesday, 3/9 through Thursday, 3/24 for covid/fitting and filming. There will be a Saturday, 3/19 filming you need to be available for if chosen! 

To apply send a recent color photograph with your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.

THIS IS AN AWESOME OPPORTUNITY!! PLEASE READ AND SEND TO ANYONE WHO FITS THE SPECS!! THANK YOU!!

CASTING 5-6 people in their REAL home or office work spaces for an upcoming end of March/early April photo shoot. PAY is $4000 for 1 full day in your space.

Each person receives $2000 and the space receives $2000!!

SCENARIO/SHOOT DAY #1:

• Ideal Age: 20s: work space can be small/limited but has character/eclectic or designed with personality (can be an individual, roommates, or a couple)

1. JOB TYPES

-host of D& D, product reviewer, small business product packing/unpacking, podcasters, talk show, weekly you tube series, software tutorials, instagrammers etc. Can be a side gig or full time gig

 WRITER

-comic strip, journalist, freelance publisher/writer, advertising, web-content, designer of any type, video editor, project manager, tutor

SMALL HOME BUSINESS

-etsy, resale store, baking, cooking, virtual therapist, yogi, online clothing, stylist/boutique etc.

SCENARIO/SHOOT DAY #2:

• Ideal Age: 30s must have a finished/well decorated home office space-we love to see side hustles or hobbies in the background, examples: books, some cool art or clutter, plants, guitar, workout or yoga gear, maybe a bike or dog or gardening/cooking stuff in the background (will be an individual shot)
• JOB TYPES: Marketing consultant, realtor, operations manager, salesperson, financial advisor, owner of a medium sized business, designer, decorator, artist, entrepreneur, etc!!

SCENARIO/SHOOT DAY #3:

• Ideal Age: 30-60 years need a medium to larger unique/open office space with 2-4 employees that can also be in the shoot, a communal kitchen, lobby, or exterior spaces are a bonus
• JOB TYPES: Marketing, Realtor, Operations Manager, Financial Advisor, Sales, Analytics, Accountant, Entrepreneur, Non Profit, Consultant, etc etc.

Casting Alert!

For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for MALES and FEMALES, 20’s-40’s, all ethnicities, to be ND Cops and detectives on Chicago Fire on Monday, March 14th. There will be a covid test Friday, March 11th.

No long hair or beards. Mustaches are okay for men. 

Chervon is one of the world’s largest power tool and lawn and garden equipment manufacturers with a rich history of innovation. Chervon’s commitment to build a better world by building better tools is evident in the products we manufacture and our green approach to manufacturing. We focus on hand-held portable power tools, stationary bench tools, laser and electronic equipment and outdoor power equipment. With world-class R&D, manufacturing, design, marketing, sales, and service teams throughout the world, we do it all.

About Our Opportunity

The Influencer Marketing Specialist supports exposure of Chervon brand owned content through organic social and social influencer initiatives under the leadership of the Senior Integrated Media Manager. This individual works with internal stakeholders including Customer Service, Brand Managers, Creative Team, Advertising Agencies, Product Managers and Sales to effectively market our brands organically and support customer interaction with a low-friction experience.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Organic Social Media – Revenue, Consideration & Lifetime Value
• Coordinate organic social content production across our unique brands to drive sales by ensuring visibility during the consumer decision journey.
• Maintain 12-month rolling content calendar supporting seasonal campaigns, product launches, major events, influencer/UGC and ad-hoc needs.
• Provide creative thinking and social acumen required for this position. Use your creative talent and work closely with our Creative Team and Agencies to build high-quality content for all aspects of the strategy.
• Grow impressions, engagement and follow through creative testing and iteration based on learnings.
• Curate UGC for use in marketing executions, ensuring content aligns with brand and safety standards.
• Deliver regular campaign reports with comprehensive metrics and actionable insights to optimize performance of content and future campaigns.
• Influencer Relations – Reach, Consideration & Modern PR
• Coordinate execution of an influencer marketing strategy supporting all tiers of influencers across various social platforms.
• Drive Earned Media Value (EMV) for all paid influencer relationships; monitor & engage with an extreme attention to detail.
• Collaborate with Senior Integrated Media Manager to amplify influencer content through paid media support.
• Coordinate recurring partner reviews by setting agendas, ensuring presentation materials and planning documents are updated, sharing meeting notes containing next steps and action items. Monitor follow-ups to ensure external partners are executing in alignment with brand initiatives.
• Be the day-to-day liaison for influencer partners including sample distribution as well as tracking budgets, contracts and payments.
• Customer Engagement – Best Practices, Accountability and Enhancement of Online Interactions.
• Act as liaison and subject matter expert for social media best practices (interactions, questions, comments, and review responses) to equip our customer support team to meet customer needs in critical moments.
• Collaborate with after-sales customer service department bridging the gap between customer service and social service.
• Provide reporting and insights through analysis of customer engagement volume and context, share relevant information with marketing, product and other teams.

Key Competencies:

• Demonstrated ability to multitask and prioritize
• Excellent social media skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Hands-on experience with social media tools including:
• Platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, YouTube, etc.)
• Management tools (HubSpot, Sprout, etc.)
• Digital monitoring methods and measurement
• Ability to confidently collaborate with industry influencers

About Our Working Environment

Chervon North America operates in a casual and fun environment. We offer a very competitive benefits package including health, dental, short/long-term disability, life insurance and an informal work environment with policies that support open PTO, a very competitive 401(k) program, parental leave and transparent telecommuting.

We think Chervon is a great place to work! Be part of our new future! Better Tools. Better World.

Chervon North America is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, age, religion, color, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender, pregnancy, military status, order of protection status, transgender status, genetic information or any other category protected by law.

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Casting Alert! For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for MALES, 30’s, all ethnicities, to work as a male running down a store aisle. The date is TBD and will shoot sometime within the next two weeks. This might take a couple days to shoot.

If chosen you will need to attend a Covid test, wardrobe fitting, and the shoot dates. TBD. You need to be flexible as we don’t know the dates yet.

To apply send a recent color photograph with your height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes.