Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

The Field Museum invites applications for an Assistant Curator of Mammals. We seek PhD-level candidates demonstrating excellence in collections-based research, especially in systematics, evolution, and related fields. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a robust externally-funded research program, curate and contribute to management and oversight of the Museum’s mammal collection, pursue opportunities in education, outreach, and professional service, and contribute to the Museum’s administration and public programs.

The Field Museum’s mammal collections are globally and taxonomically extensive, with notably strong representation from Southeast Asia, Africa, and Central and South America. In addition, the Museum has core facilities for molecular/genetic labwork, SEM and light microscopy, and high-performance computing. Close relationships with local universities provide abundant opportunities for undergraduate and graduate training and use of specialized laboratories.

This is a full-time (10-month) position with a renewal schedule of 3 + 3 years; after successful promotion to the Associate level, it is renewable every 7 years, according to the Field Museum’s Policy Statement on the Curatorial Ranks.

To apply and for inquiries, please email: [email protected]

Applications Should Include

• A Curriculum Vitae
• A statement of research interests and career objectives
• A statement describing experience in and/or vision for increasing diversity and inclusion in a museum setting
• Contact information for three letters of recommendation (solicited for shortlisted candidates only)
• Copies of up to five relevant publications. Submit all materials in PDF format

For full consideration, complete applications should be received by September 1, 2022. The start date will be on or after January 1, 2023.

Important Note: In order to protect the health and safety of our employees, guests and their families, the Field Museum is requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Requests for exemptions from the vaccine will not be considered as given the nature of this position, we are unable to provide an accommodation for anyone who has not been vaccinated.

The Field Museum is an equal opportunity workplace and employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or any other protected class. We strive to create a working environment that is free of all forms of discrimination and one that promotes human dignity and mutual respect among all staff. We believe every member of our organization enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, to identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions.

The Field Museum strives to ensure that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all. If you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our online application, or if you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [email protected].
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Casting Call: Educational Video on Financial Literacy

Job Detail: We are seeking Asian + Hispanic/Latin/Spanish teenage boys (ages 16-19 years) for an educational video project focused on financial literacy. The shoot will take place on October 18th, and it will last for approximately 7 hours. The location of the shoot will be on the North side of Chicago.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act naturally and engage with the provided educational content.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain a professional and respectful demeanor on set.
• Collaborate with fellow actors and crew members to ensure a successful production.

Requirements:

• Male teenagers aged 16-19 years.
• Asian + Hispanic/Latin/Spanish ethnicity.
• Reside in or be able to travel to the North side of Chicago on October 18th.
• Strong interest in acting and a willingness to learn about financial literacy concepts.

Compensation: Each selected teenager will receive a compensation of $350 for their participation in the shoot.

Casting Call: SAG/AFTRA Extra for US Bank Visa Commercial

Job Details: We are currently seeking SAG/AFTRA extras for an upcoming commercial shoot with a major bank. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a high-profile project. The shoot is scheduled for Wednesday, 10/25, and will take place in Chicago.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as background talent in various scenes related to banking and financial services.
• Take direction from the director and production team to ensure the desired look and feel of the commercial.

Requirements:

• Must be a SAG/AFTRA member in good standing (No Taft Hartlies).
• Age range: 20 to 52 years old.
• All ethnicities and genders are welcome to apply.
• Must be available for the shoot on Wednesday, 10/25, in Chicago.

Compensation:

• Pay: SAG/AFTRA Extra scale.
• Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.
• Transportation costs will not be covered.

CASTING CALL: Pedicab & Operator

LOCATION: Chicago

JOB DETAILS: We are seeking individuals of any gender, age, or ethnicity who own and are capable of operating a Pedicab.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate the Pedicab during filming as directed by the production team.
• Follow instructions provided by the director and production crew.
• Be punctual and professional throughout the shoot.
• Collaborate effectively with the rest of the production team to ensure a smooth filming process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must own and have the ability to proficiently operate a Pedicab.
• Availability for the specified working dates and times.
• Must be located in or able to travel to Chicago for the shoot.
• Previous experience in film or television production is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Must be able to work overnight shifts.

COMPENSATION: Selected candidates will receive a rate of $400 for an 8-hour workday.

Casting Call: Latinx Actors for Major Ad

Job Description: We are seeking talented Latinx individuals to participate in a major advertising campaign in Chicago. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your skills and be a part of a dynamic project.

Job Details:

• Shooting Dates: October 25 + October 26
• Location: Chicago, IL

Job Responsibilities:

• Act out assigned roles as specified by the director.
• Deliver lines (if applicable) with authenticity and emotion.
• Follow director’s instructions and contribute to the overall vision of the project.

Requirements:

• TEENS (13-19 years old): Youthful and energetic with a vibrant presence.
• ADULTS (20-50 years old): Versatile and expressive individuals with a range of acting abilities.
• UNCLES/DADS (50+ years old): Distinguished and charismatic individuals with a commanding presence.
• ARTISTS, MUSICIANS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, STYLIST: Actual experience in the respective field is a plus.
• CAB DRIVERS, FIREFIGHTERS, NURSES: Authenticity and understanding of the profession is preferred.

Compensation:

• Payment will be provided based on industry standards and experience.
• Meals and refreshments will be provided during shooting hours.
• Transportation costs will be covered (if applicable).

Casting Call – Newborn Babies, Pregnant Women, and Senior Citizens

Job Description: We are currently seeking newborn babies (girls, boys, or twins), pregnant women, and senior citizens for an upcoming project. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a creative production that celebrates life at various stages. Whether you’re a newborn, an expecting mother, or a senior, we invite you to be a part of this exciting venture.

Job Responsibilities:

• Newborn Babies:

  • Bring your adorable, charming presence to the set.
  • Participate in scenes designed to capture the essence of infancy.

• Pregnant Women:

  • Showcase your beautiful baby bump and the joy of expecting.
  • Engage in scenes that depict the anticipation and excitement of motherhood.

• Senior Citizens:

  • Share your wisdom, life experiences, and stories.
  • Act in scenes that portray the richness of age and the value of a lifetime.

Requirements:

• Newborn Babies:

  • Newborns must be under 3 months old.
  • Must have necessary legal documentation (birth certificate, etc.).

• Pregnant Women:

  • Must be visibly pregnant.
  • Must be comfortable in front of the camera and with light acting if required.

• Senior Citizens:

  • Must be aged 65 or older.
  • Be willing to share personal stories and anecdotes.

Compensation:

Compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates. We offer competitive compensation packages that reflect the unique nature of this project and the role you will be playing. Additionally, all participants will receive meals, refreshments, and a comfortable environment during the shoot.

At Elevation Talent Group, we aim for excellence based on expertise and leading practices…while always placing people and their experiences first.

We are proudly aligned with an innovative food company to help them find a conceptual art director (client or copy side) to help brainstorm and ideate a new food product’s voice and tone for launch to a consumer marketplace. This work is totally remote with our client who is located in Chicago.

Job Location: Remote

Role Type: Freelance, Contract

What you’ll be doing:

• Work with our client to brainstorm and ideate new look and feel to support a new product category line for a consumer food product.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions to help establish a product’s new tone and feel to support the launch of this product in national grocery story retailers.

Requirements

• 5 years in consumer-driven art direction concepting from either design or copy perspectives.
• Experience working within the CPG product space is ideal.
• Enthusiasm for working within a corporate, in-house team.

Like what you see but feel you’re either too qualified or not qualified enough? We’d still love to hear from you! Please get in touch with us to learn about how Elevation Talent Group can help propel your career forward. We’d love to learn about your background and help match you with future opportunities with our wonderful client partners!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, marital status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Elevation Talent Group

We’re looking for a Creative Director to join our team who will report to the Group Creative Director and inspire teams to excel beyond the brief to create engaging work that has meaningful, measurable impact. You will lead the copy, design, tone and direction of work from concept to execution across a variety of platforms. You will guide creative teams on multiple accounts and across multiple departments.

• Only candidates who have experience with medical/healthcare clients will be considered.

Key Accountabilities:

• You will ensure that creative work meets client goals, agency standards and follow strategies from the brief, all within deadlines and budgets
• You will inspire and motivate the team, and foster behavior that leads to retention of talent and clients
• You will mentor varying levels of creative teams through communication and delegation of certain responsibilities to foster growth, and will ensure ACDs understand how to evaluate work
• You will seek out new messaging innovations and technologies to cultivate new concepts
• You will develop, present and sell creative concepts to clients by communicating creative rationale
• You will work with leadership and Project Management to assign work.
• You will be a go-to client-facing voice, presenting work and building relationships
• You must demonstrate an understanding of unique audiences and creating content that is relevant to each
• You will support new business pitch efforts

Qualifications

• 10 years minimum experience
• Experience with medical/healthcare clients is required
• Creative skills (written, visual, and conceptual)
• Experience presenting to and building relationships with clients
• Strategic thinking and concepting skills
• Experience with a variety of technology platforms and media channels
• Experience developing multiple teams
• Experience overseeing a piece of business
• Awareness of management systems and how organizations work and are led

Additional Information

The anticipated salary range for this position is $112,000 – $182,850. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done to provide an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

About dentsu

Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape societywww.dentsu.com.

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

Dentsu (the “Company”) is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

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Casting Call: Newborn Baby for Healthcare Commercial

Job Details: We are currently seeking a newborn baby (age 0-2 months) to be featured in a paid commercial for a prominent Healthcare company. This is an exciting opportunity for your little one to be part of a heartwarming production that highlights the importance of healthcare for newborns and their families.

Job Responsibilities:

• The baby will be featured in various scenes showcasing the tender moments between parents and their newborn, emphasizing the healthcare services provided by the company.
• The baby’s comfort and safety will be the utmost priority throughout the filming process. There will be a dedicated on-set baby handler to ensure the baby’s well-being and happiness.

Requirements:

• Age: 0-2 months
• Healthy and in good condition, as confirmed by a pediatrician’s statement
• Must be comfortable around lights, cameras, and a small production crew
• Must have a valid work permit for minors (if applicable)

Compensation:

• The selected baby will receive a competitive compensation package for their time and participation.
• Mom (or parent) may also be considered for a supporting role in the commercial and will receive separate compensation if selected.

Seeking a Creative Director who will play a pivotal role in shaping our agency’s creative direction and overseeing the execution of outstanding visual content. Your primary responsibility will be to lead and inspire a team of creative professionals while collaborating closely with clients to deliver exceptional results. This role requires a deep understanding of the production space, a passion for creativity, and the ability to drive innovative solutions.

Pay: 135-150K + Bonus

Onsite: 5 days a week Monday-Friday

**This is a hands-on position**

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to the creative team, setting the standard for excellence in content creation, design, and production.
• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their vision, goals, and objectives, ensuring that creative solutions align with their brand identity and messaging.
• Team Management: Manage and mentor a team of talented creatives, including designers, art directors, copywriters, and production staff, fostering a collaborative and creative work environment.
• Concept Development: Lead brainstorming sessions and ideation processes to develop innovative and compelling concepts that resonate with clients and target audiences.
• Project Oversight: Oversee the end-to-end creative production process, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with client expectations.
• Agency Growth: Contribute to the agency’s growth by identifying new business opportunities, pitching creative concepts, and building strong client relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Marketing, Advertising, Fine Arts) – Master’s degree is a plus.
• 5+ years of experience in a creative leadership role within a production agency or related industry.
• Must be proficient in TV Campaigns.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of creative projects.
• Proficiency in industry-standard creative software and tools.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

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