Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

We’re looking for a Creative Director 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.

Key Accountabilities:

• You will ensure that creative work meets client goals, agency standards and follows 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 of experience
• Strong creative skills (written, visual, and conceptual)
• Strong client service and presentation skills
• Strong strategic thinking and concepting skills
• Experience with a variety of technology platforms and media channels
• Experience developing multiple teams
• Ability to lead a piece of business with minimal oversight
• Awareness of management systems and how organizations work and are led

Additional Information

The anticipated base salary range for this position is$112,000 – $182,850. Salary is based on a range of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography.Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. Our incentive compensation plan is subject to change. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information aboutdentsubenefits, please visitdentsubenefitsplus.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 [email protected] 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.

dentsu

We are seeking a talented General Manager for a brand new and exciting entertainment/sport complex!

• Annual salary up to $158,000 depending on experience
• Generous benefits program and performance based bonuses
• Access to facility for recreational use, discounts at pro shop, and complimentary perks for family members
• Opportunity to grow a brand from the ground up!

Pickle Haus is a brand new concept in the “eatertainment” industry that combines the fastest growing sport in America – Pickleball – with a best-in-class Food and Beverage program. Customers will enjoy the finest dedicated indoor pickleball courts, a seamless reservation process, and a variety of programs for all skill levels run by our seasoned teaching pros. The menu of shareable foods and drinks can be ordered & enjoyed courtside, in a golf simulator, or in one of the numerous dining spaces including a bar, lounge, and patio. The venue is casual yet active social gathering place for friends and family to play and have fun.

If you have experience in the Sports, Fitness, Entertainment, or Hospitality industries, we want to hear from you! You should have experience overseeing multiple teams and departments, as well as the ability to adapt to the constant challenges of a startup environment! Your dedication and talents will be greatly rewarded, with huge opportunity to grow the brand long term!

General Manager Responsibilities

● Oversee day-to-day operations, assign weekly performance goals to yourself as well as your team

● Develop, implement, and maintain budgetary and resource allocation plans for all revenue streams

● Work closely with Human Resources to lead the team with integrity and to establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, belonging, and productive environment

● Work with HR to recruit, onboard, and train high-performing employees to achieve goals for sales, profitability, and market share

● Utilize relationships with department directors, external partners, and vendors to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals

● Will oversee a leadership team comprised of the following roles: Food and Beverage Director, Operations Director, Pickleball Director, Events Director, Human Resources

● Ensure successful execution of corporate events and parties

General Manager Qualifications

● Proven success in a managerial role overseeing multiple departments/cost centers

● Proven ability to develop and achieve financial plans and goals

● Work experience in the food & beverage/hospitality industry

● Demonstrated experience driving successful event sales strategy & revenue in the Food, Sports, Entertainment, Fitness industries

● Financial acumen including ability to read P&L Statements, identify trends, and maintain budgets

● Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to lead a variety of teams within the Food, Sports, Entertainment, Fitness industries

● Strong working knowledge of these industries and their regulations and legal guidelines to maintain compliance

KEY REQUIREMENTS (DO NOT APPLY UNLESS YOU SPECIFICALLY POSSESS THE BELOW EXPERIENCE)

● 3+ Years of experience managing high level teams

● 3+ Years of experience in making hiring/separation decisions

● Previous experience within the Food & Beverage, Sports, Hospitality, Fitness, or Entertainment industries

● A leader that provides direct feedback

● Adaptable, comfortable in a startup environment

● Organized, can oversee multiple teams of multiple disciplines and projects at once

*This application through LinkedIn is an expression of interest. Once completed, you will be invited to complete the full application via our company application form system. This is a unique hiring process with multiple steps involved; if you do not wish to complete multiple steps, please do not apply.*

Pickle Haus

Account Executive, Influencer

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The Account Executive, Influencer is a centralized role tasked with driving Influencer activation within OMG’s dedicated managed service product, Creo. The core responsibility of the role is the activation of client/agency influencer campaigns, including creator-direct management, negotiation, and execution of social content in response to a client brief and Creo team proposed plans. The role will serve all OMG agencies across the organization, working in symphony with client paid social teams to execute paid amplification of Creator campaigns.

Reports to: Director of Creator Activation, OMG

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creator Activation:

• Responsible for the strategic alignment and vetting of Influencers for specific Client campaigns
• Aggregate submissions of Influencer personalities and maintain quality control
• Input all campaign details into accounting/tracker system
• Execute partnerships with influencers from post contract phase through campaign completion
• Manage content review process between influencer and account team
• Manage database of influencer research and personalities
• Ensure metrics are collected and recaps are developed for all influencer campaigns and programs
• Stay apprised of new capabilities that are announced on existing social media platforms as well as new emerging social media platforms that are gaining popularity
• Follow social media influencer personalities across multiple social platforms
• Help support the logistics (travel, shipping product, etc.) to Talent/Influencers for a specific campaign
• Participation in weekly team conference calls including calendar invite, room booking and taking and circulating meeting notes
• Influencer travel and coordination if required

Practice Excellence:

• Maintain a constant pulse on the influencer landscape education via thought leadership communication, staying atop of shifts in the industry and emerging trends and be able to communicate the impact to client business
• Develop thought leadership pieces, POVs & case studies to galvanize the practice within the OMG ecosystem
• Work in partnership with OMG COE platform teams and channel stakeholders to implement best practices across functions including but not limited to asset development, commerce, and measurement

Required Skills:

• In-depth understanding and mastery of Influencer marketing and an ability to match brand narratives with Creator-led storytelling
• Strong relationships with Influencer community
• Thorough understanding of the Influencer ad and organic roles & responsibilities across platforms including but not limited to creative development, talent perspectives, best practices, and measurement
• Excellent relationship building with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong communicator and presenter, able to present and articulate persuasive and cohesive presentations and points-of-view
• Highly analytical and creative mind in strong communication skills
• High levels of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation
• Strong business acumen and the ability to make highly impactful decisions in a timely manner

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (Marketing/Advertising/Communications preferred)
• 2-3 years of experience within Influencer and media environments
• Hands on experience managing Creators within Influencer campaigns and client management with blue-chip companies
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to multi-task and manage priorities
• Experience with Influencer platforms and tools

OMD is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Omnicom

We value the power of collaboration and teamwork; hence the candidate should be committed to working 4 days a week out of the hired city office, but with the option to work within other offices if required (Atlanta, Chicago, and Cincy).

The Associate Director, Media Strategy brings Creative Media to life by designing, presenting and overseeing our agency’s client output from the Activation Department (media planners/buyers, influencer marketing experts, and social media). Working “full stream” (up and down), the Associate Director is an always-on role that is part of all-important client activity. They collaborate with a core team that also includes Client Leadership, Analytics, Creative, and Strategy. The Associate Director is responsible for bringing holistic, innovative, and creative thinking to our work.

Responsibilities:

• Co- develop brief with Client Leadership and Strategy, kicking off and leading Activation team to write data-driven, innovative, and creative media recommendations
• Partner with Analytics Lead for plan framework and measurement approach
• Present recommendations to clients, including senior clients
• Lead internal teams through activation of approved recommendations through close partnership with internal Operations team
• Actively engage in optimizations, testing, and key reporting initiatives
• Build and maintain client flowcharts
• Merchandise the agency through quality assurance and enthusiasm for our work
• Author cross-channel POVs for clients and for the agency
• Travel up to 20%

Requirements:

• 5-6 years agency experience in media or planning role
• Unwavering client and team strength, with natural ability to build widely felt trust and rapport
• Tireless and impeccable communication with internal and external teams, driving for big picture comprehension and clarity of roles and tasks across all team members
• Excellent listening and critical thinking skills to understand diverging opinions and ideas from SMEs, ultimately making the right call for a client
• Consumer empathy that translates into highly engaging and high performing work when deployed in market
• Proven ability to spot the need to pull in other team members for help and for depth, with the humility to act on it and share the spotlight appropriately
• Ability to inspire, deliver, nurture, and celebrate innovation and creativity
• Celebrating success widely and giving needed feedback to individuals directly, diplomatically, and decisively

Empower participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration, and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security, with information from each new employee’s form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.

Empower Media

WHO WE ARE

The Desire Company has built the world’s only community of experts who tell the truth about the products they actually use and trust in the form of video product reviews. Having just closed a Series A round of funding, we’re at an exciting stage in our evolution which will see us grow our team by over 200% by the end of 2023. If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to work in a start-up during the exciting growth phase, imagine there’s an awesome team of passionate, smart, talented, and nice people, all working together to achieve ambitious goals and make a real difference in the world. Working remotely across 6 different states, we’re innovating every day, moving quickly and with purpose, to bring truth and integrity back to product reviews in a pretty innovative way. (If we do say so ourselves.)

At the heart of our company is our incredible community of experts – from Lady Gaga’s Dance Captain to Pink’s make-up artist, to Rihanna’s back-up dancer, to Jennifer Anniston’s Pilates teacher to Charlize Theron’s stylist to NFL Players, top chefs, artists, and more – who share their wisdom, experience and knowledge through honest product reviews, how-tos and classes. Beyond getting to work with some very cool people, what we’re doing matters. Working with professionals – not influencers – helping people get informed – not influenced and working with some of the world’s top brands and retailers to change the way people get the information they need to make good decisions about the products they’re buying. If that wasn’t enough, we’re committed to making The Desire Company a great place to work. A place where we value our employees and the important contributions each and every person makes to our success.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Brand Partnerships Sales Executive is responsible for curating outside relationships with enterprise level brands through cold outreach, existing relationships, and brand connections. The vertical focus will be on health, wellness and fitness (along with other categories) so interest in those areas is a plus. Our ideal candidate is quota motivated, passionate, and excels as an individual contributor.

Responsibilities

• Build enterprise level partnerships with SMB brands
• Build and leverage key brand, shopper and digital relationships within our customers’ organizations to drive required results and exceed goals
• Utilize existing relationships with brands or retailers to expand The Desire Co book of business
• Assist in the development of the sales plan. Prepare forecasts and KPI reporting for team leaders for use in organizational planning, financial forecasting, budget setting and strategic planning.
• Land and expand: continue to build on the existing process and funnel for manual top-down outreach, onboarding, activation, and expansion
• Establish the inbound lead requirements needed to meet sales objectives and identify requirements that other teams will need in order to successfully create proper deliverables for strategic partners

Requirements

• 8-10 years experience in sales/business development, ideally for a media agency, content platform, or ad agency with experience in media relationships and selling into retailers or brands
• Ability to transition your own book of business and/or contacts and bring existing brand executive connections
• Proven industry track record of winning new business and building strategic partnerships with large, national customers
• Ability to articulate client strategies, using industry knowledge to expand business opportunities
• Previous success of prospecting, building a solid pipeline of opportunities, moving opportunities through the sales cycle, and presenting and discussing solutions with C-level and other decisions-makers

The Desire Company

Bank Card Casting Call: Edgy and Adventurous Individuals Wanted!

Job Detail: We are currently seeking creative, calm, edgy, street-wearing, and adventurous individuals to be a part of our bank card commercial. If you have a unique style that sets you apart from the crowd and draws inspiration from icons like Solange Knowles, Emma Chamberlain, Harry Styles, and Evan Mock, we want to hear from you! This non-union commercial aims to showcase young people’s diverse and bold personalities.

Job Responsibilities: As a selected talent, you must bring your own style and personality to the commercial shoot. You’ll be featured in various scenes, highlighting the exciting world of modern finance. The commercial will portray you using the bank card in everyday situations, capturing your adventurous spirit and showcasing your bold fashion choices. No acting experience is necessary; we want authentic and genuine portrayals of ourselves.

Requirements:

• Age: 19 to 23 years old.
• Must have a distinctive sense of style with a streetwear edge.
• Shaved heads, piercings, tattoos, dyed hair, and extreme/bold fashion looks are highly desirable.
• Open to individuals with any level of modeling or acting experience.
• Must be available for both September 7th and September 8th shoot days.

Compensation: If selected, you will receive $600 daily for the shoot. Additionally, a usage fee will be paid based on the extent of the shots used in the final commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure and showcase your unique style on a national platform.

Do you have a passion for community outreach and nonprofit spaces? Our client is seeking a part-time Grants and Communication Coordinator oversee their Grant program and communication. This role will be hybrid, part-time (30 hours max) with a flexible work schedule. The ideal candidate is someone local to the Western Suburbs of Chicago, IL.

Primary Responsibilities

· Will oversee all parts of the grant process including application invitation and review, site visits, documentation, interim reports, data, activity tracking, etc.

· Will maintain relationships with grantees

· Leverage relationship with grantees to write short stories

· Post content to social media platforms and website

· Will oversee execution of local events as necessary

· Will require travel across Nicor’s service area

· For now, working from home mostly

· Will also represent foundation at events as needed

Required Skills

· Strong written and verbal communication skills

· Very proficient using social media platforms

· Microsoft Office and Teams

· Strong organizational skills

· Self-starter

· Relationship cultivation

Preferred Skills

· Previous experience working for a nonprofit organization

· Previous experience working in fundraising or with a foundation

*Must be willing to drive for travel for community events (expenses will be reimbursed)

Populus Group is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options. However, if you have questions about this position, please contact [email protected].

Populus Group

Casting Call: “Project Deep Dish” Commercial Casting

Job Details: Oconnor Casting Company is holding a casting call for a non-union commercial titled “Project Deep Dish.” The commercial’s product is a secret, but selected candidates will be informed of the details upon booking the shoot.

Job Responsibilities: We are seeking the following roles:

1. Siblings Who Dance: Looking for two siblings aged 14 or younger who are highly involved in dance and participating in competitive dance in any style. If you are a dad who can learn choreography and dance with your kids, you are encouraged to submit too!

2. Expert Bowlers: We are searching for adults aged 45 and above who are exceptional bowlers. Whole bowling teams are also welcome to be considered for this role.

Requirements: For the “Siblings Who Dance” role:

• Two siblings aged 14 or younger.
• Current involvement in competitive dance in any style.

For the “Expert Bowlers” role:

• Adults aged 45 and above.
• Exceptional bowling skills.

Project Dates: Callbacks (in-person or virtual): Thursday, 8/10, Friday, 8/11, or Saturday, 8/12. Shoot Dates (in Chicago, IL):

• Wardrobe Fitting: Either Thursday, 8/17, or Friday, 8/18.
• Shoot Dates: Sunday, 8/20, to Wednesday, 8/23, Saturday, 8/26, and Sunday, 8/27. Selected candidates will be required for at least one of these days, possibly more.

Compensation Details: If chosen for this non-union commercial, each person will receive a minimum of $3,600.00. The payment breakdown is as follows:

• $600.00 for a 10-hour shoot day (you may be needed for one or more days).
• $150.00 for a wardrobe fitting, if required.
• $300.00 for a rehearsal day before the shoot, if needed.
• $3,000.00 for commercial usage, guaranteed! The commercial will be used on Regional Cable TV, Web, Digital, and Industrial platforms.

Casting Call: Young Boxer for SAG/AFTRA Commercial Shoot

Job Detail: We are seeking a young female boxer of Hispanic ethnicity for an upcoming SAG/AFTRA commercial shoot for a mobile phone company. The shoot is scheduled to take place on either August 9th, 10th, or 11th in Chicago or its suburbs.

Job Responsibilities:

• The selected talent will portray a young female boxer in a commercial setting.
• You must perform boxing sequences and showcase your athletic abilities on camera.
• Following the director’s instructions, you will effectively convey emotions and deliver convincing expressions while performing.
• The shoot may involve multiple takes and requires high professionalism and dedication.

Requirements:

• Age Range: 17 to 22 years old.
• Gender: Female.
• Ethnicity: Hispanic.
• Must have boxing experience and be physically fit for the role.
• Previous acting or on-camera experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• SAG/AFTRA membership is highly desirable, but non-union talent willing to be Taft-Hartleyed will also be considered.
• Candidates should be available for all three shoot dates (August 9, 10, and 11) since the exact day of work is yet to be determined.

Compensation:

• SAG/AFTRA Talent: Standard rates per the SAG/AFTRA commercial contract.
• Non-union Talent: Booked as SAG extra scale with a possibility of upgrade to SAG/AFTRA status.

Casting Call: Men’s Jewelry Brand Photoshoot

Job Detail: We are seeking talented individuals to cast for an exciting photo shoot for a new men’s jewelry brand. The photoshoot will take place in Chicago during the first or second week of August.

Job Responsibilities:

• Showcase the brand’s jewelry products in a visually compelling and authentic manner.
• Work closely with the creative team to bring the brand’s vision to life through photography.
• Exhibit confidence and poise during the photo shoot to ensure captivating images.

Requirements:

• Open to all ethnicities.
• Age range: 18 to 27 years old.
• Preferred “hooper” or “ex-hooper” body type, though all body types are welcome to apply.
• Previous modeling experience is a plus but not mandatory. We also encourage aspiring models with a passion for jewelry and fashion to apply.

Compensation Details:

• Selected talents will receive a competitive compensation package for their time and efforts during the photoshoot.
• Further details regarding compensation will be provided upon selection.