Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Our Client is an independent creative agency based in LA (but working remotely on west coast hours). We work with our client partners to develop creative solutions that truly move the needle. Clients range from Fortune 500-type household names to up-and-comers across a variety of industries / verticals.

We’re looking for a multi-talented Art Director with 5+ years experience to join our growing team.

You must….

• are skilled at concepting and executing across multiple mediums and platforms (social, digital, web)
• Have extensive experience with social-first, performance campaigns (grabbing consumer’s attention and inspiring action within noisy feed environment)
• Is experienced working in Figma and fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Has great taste and an eye for copy
• Experience with branding is a plus

Above all, we are looking for a creative thinker with a passion for design and a relentless desire to dig in and create great work.

Here’s what you’ll be doing…

• Lead the creative vision, conceptualization and execution of creative from start to finish, along with copy lead.
• Develop original concepts and designs for digital campaigns (banner ads, paid social).
• Develop original concepts and designs across other mediums (video, print, emails, landing pages)
• Supervise and support creative team members (inclusive of art, copy and video) to ensure deliverables are executed on strategy and on time.
• Work with Account/PM teams to ensure project milestones and client needs are being met.
• Present ideas effectively to clients and internal teams
• Lead and help elevate the work of more junior members of creative team

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in an agency or similar environment
• Fluent in Figma and expert-level handle of Adobe Creative Suite including: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, AE
• Bachelor’s or related degree from design school is preferred
• Deep understanding of and ability to concept for all mediums
• Comfortable managing and mentoring junior creatives
• Ability to take a creative project from start to finish
• Firm understanding of high-level brand strategy, industry trends and design principles
• Can work independently and managed multiple projects while remaining organized
• Must thrive on collaborative teams and be able to take direction in group and 1-on-1 environment

Benefits

Benefits including healthcare, 401K, vacation/PTO policy to be shared in greater detail during interview process.

• Our Client provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law

Pay Expectations : $52-56/hr

Onward Play

Specialized Events / Brand Activation Agency in New York OR Boston is looking for accomplished creative with experience designing for events to help bring integrated 360 campaigns (emphasis on environmental/large scale promotional) to life for some top brand clients. The ideal individual is someone who appreciates and thrives on the design process from concept through completion in a very collaborative and fast paced creative environment.

You will be an integral part of the creative team working very closely with the creative leadership, client and marketing team to ensure that the vision set forth is brought to life on all 2D Graphic Components in a unique and thought provoking way across all mediums (digital, traditional print, environmental/experiential).

Coming in with some agency or design studio experience is a must! It that will cater towards the need to be able to juggle multiple high-level projects/brands simultaneously. Brings ideas, inventiveness, inspiration and your all-around creative chops to the table every day.

This position is a contract.

Responsibilities:

• Work very closely with others on storyboarding; bringing to life vision across all projects.
• Having some events or brand activation experience/interest will be extremely helpful
• Brainstorm initial creative direction and provide design rationales outlining direction and tactical solutions.
• Ensure designs meet objectives, budget, timeline and quality of deliverables.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement initiatives and ability to solve problems.
• Inspiring confidence to work independently and in support of department goals and business objectives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years industry experience (Agency or Design Studio)
• Degree in Graphic Design or a related creative discipline
• Portfolio, showing a strong sense of brand design in 360 campaigns with some environmental
• Poise and focus under pressure
• Advanced in the Adobe Creative Suite; InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
• High level sense of design, layout, and typography combined with strong conceptual skills reflected in portfolio
• Strong creative, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal skills; a team player who is positive and collaborative
• Passion (the ability to view the work as fun!)

If interested, please submit a resume and portfolio showing relevant experience to be considered.

Place. Staffing

Franco Manufacturing Co., Inc. has been a leading international producer of home fashions for over 50 years. Our products include whimsical and stylish bedding, pillows, throws, towels and accessories for popular licensed properties including Disney, Hasbro, Nickelodeon, Warner Brothers, and many more. Franco products can be found at major mass market retailers, specialty stores, discount stores and department stores.

We are seeking a Creative Director to manage our fast-paced design team based in Central NJ. Reporting to our VP Creative Design and Product Development, responsibilities include:

• Plans and directs the production of artwork by supervising Design staff in a manner that brings highly saleable and desirable designs, colors, techniques and vision to the department.
• Develops & presents creative ideas for all products that will create excitement within the marketplace.
• Liaison with Product Managers, Submission Department, Production, Sales and Sourcing teams to establish and manage open projects and makes priority adjustments when needed.
• Works closely with licensors to collaborate on creative direction and product line plans.
• Prepares presentations and attends key account meetings to present trends, line extensions and important design concepts.

Qualified candidates must have 5+ years of design management experience with strong supervisory and leadership skills. Previous experience in home textiles and/or licensed design strongly preferred. Experience in all gender and age range infant through teen desirable.

Franco Manufacturing Co., inc.

The Munroe Agency, headquartered in Center City Philadelphia, is a strong collaborative environment where team members are passionate about helping our clients succeed. We’re currently looking for a Creative Director who is a proven leader with strategic creative firepower. We need a passionate professional who can hit the ground running for a wide range of B2B and B2C clients in the financial services, retail, hospitality, and technology sectors, among others.

Responsibilities

• Manage the creative process from concept to completion
• Mentor, manage and motivate the creative teams
• Translate marketing objectives into clear brand positions and creative strategies
• Work closely with multidisciplinary project teams and lead a broad range of strategic, omnichannel creative solutions
• Review work, troubleshoot and provide clear feedback to creative teams
• Oversee client and new business pitches
• Work closely with strategic planning & account teams to ensure fresh, innovative, strategic work across all phases of development
• Work closely with account and project management teams to ensure productive use of resources
• Delegate work & plan resources appropriately to ensure aggressive deadlines and multiple priorities are met
• Ensure adherence to brand standards
• Be a leader within the organization, maintaining high visibility across projects and teams while managing direct reports
• Drive the process and direct the flow of ideas between client goals, strategy, and experience design
• Continuously review and optimize results for every piece of creative your team produces

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7-10 years’ integrated agency experience, primarily with a copy background
• A proven track record of leading and developing world class creative teams in a fast-paced, high-volume collaborative environment, working and influencing in a cross-functional context
• Strong understanding of branding, advertising, marketing and sales enablement, social, and digital
• Launch and AOR experience is required
• The ability to manage and nurture creative talent
• The ability to inspire others and work collaboratively
• Proven track record of pitching and winning new business
• Excellent presentation skills
• Demonstrated leadership and understanding of the responsibilities of an upper management position
• Availability to travel to meet client and agency needs
• Passion and commitment to ensure client satisfaction, resilient to rapidly moving timelines, requests and deliverables

The Munroe Agency

Casting Call: Thief (Supporting Role – Male)

Project: 1st Short Film

Description: We are seeking a talented male actor to fill the supporting role of a Thief in our upcoming short film. The character embodies agility, desperation, and internal conflict, making him a crucial part of the narrative.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the Thief character with authenticity and depth, emphasizing the struggle for survival and the weight of moral dilemmas.
• Execute physically demanding scenes with agility and precision, evoking a sense of stealth and urgency.
• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring the character to life and contribute to the overall vision of the film.

Requirements:

• Appearance: The ideal candidate should have a physique that reflects agility and swiftness, with expressive eyes capable of conveying a sense of guilt and internal conflict.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform quick movements, emphasizing stealth and urgency, to bring the character to life.
• Emotional Range: Demonstrated ability to portray a character torn between survival instincts and moral dilemmas, with a complex emotional journey including guilt, desperation, and eventual redemption.

Compensation:

• This is a paid position. Compensation details will be discussed with the selected candidate.

Casting Call: Older Hispanic Man for OLMO Film Shoot

Job Detail: Alessi Hartigan Casting is seeking an older Hispanic man for a role in the upcoming film “OLMO.” The shoot is scheduled for THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND, and will take place in Las Cruces, NM.

Job Responsibilities: The selected actor will be required to portray a deceased character in a casket. This involves being comfortable and able to lay down for extended periods of time during filming.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Age: Older (50s-70s)
• Ethnicity: Hispanic
• Location: Must be available to work in Las Cruces, NM
• Availability: Must have full-day availability on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND

Compensation:

• Payment: $125 for 8 hours of work
• Additional Details: Meals and refreshments will be provided on set

Casting Call: Healthcare Commercial Filming – Williamsport, PA

Job Details: We are seeking non-union talent for a Healthcare Commercial Filming in the Williamsport, PA area. The shoot will take place on ONE DAY between November 7-10. Please note that the exact date is still to be determined, so all applicants must be available for all dates within this range.

Job Responsibilities: The selected talent will be portraying an orthopedic patient at the Doctor’s office for the commercial. This will involve following the director’s instructions, performing as required for the scene, and maintaining a professional demeanor on set.

Requirements:

• African American or Asian Male or Female
• Age: 40-60
• Healthy body type
• No visible tattoos

Additionally, applicants must have their own reliable transportation to get to Williamsport, PA. The location is approximately 3.5 hours from Pittsburgh. Please note that transportation will not be provided.

Compensation: Selected talent will receive a payment of $900 for the day of filming.

Kids Brand Casting Call

Job Details: We are casting for a popular kids brand for two separate shoots in NYC. The first shoot will take place on December 8th-9th, and the second shoot on January 11th-14th. Please note that we do not cover travel expenses, so local talent is preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Babies/Toddlers (6-18 months) should be comfortable with activities such as laying on their stomachs for tummy time, sitting up without assistance, crawling, and walking without help.
• Kids (Size 4/5 and Size 8/9) should fit into the specified sizes. We are looking for various groupings, including kid friend groups, cousins (up to 4 total), solo kids and solo babies within the specified size ranges, kids with baby siblings within the specified size ranges, kids with siblings within the specified size ranges, and twin babies and twin siblings within the specified size ranges. We are also open to boys or gender-neutral kids who enjoy wearing dresses.

Requirements:

• Availability on December 8th-9th and January 11th-14th in NYC.
• Local talent preferred (travel expenses not covered).
• Babies/Toddlers (6-18 months) must be able to perform specified activities comfortably.
• Kids must fit into Size 4/5 or Size 8/9.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $500 per day per person.

Casting Call: Hospitality Staff for New Series on Major Streaming Service

Job Details: We are currently casting for a new series on a major streaming service that focuses on the extravagant world of ultra-wealthy clientele. The show will feature a diverse team of hospitality professionals who cater to the outlandish whims and desires of high-end individuals.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Butlers:

   • Attend to the needs and requests of ultra-wealthy clients.
   • Possess extensive knowledge of high-end and luxurious services.
   • Adapt quickly to unique and extravagant demands.

2. Chefs:

   • Prepare and present fine dining experiences encompassing a range of cuisines.
   • Exhibit creativity and skill in the culinary arts.
   • Cater to the diverse palates of discerning clients.

3. Event Coordinators:

   • Plan and execute unforgettable experiences for clients within tight timelines.
   • Coordinate various elements, including décor, entertainment, and logistics.
   • Ensure seamless execution of high-profile events.

4. Activities Directors:

   • Oversee and manage outdoor recreational activities such as ocean sports, golf, padel, and more.
   • Create engaging and memorable experiences for clients in these domains.
   • Maintain safety protocols and ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.

5. Waitstaff:

   • Serve ultra-premium clientele in high-end clubs, private catering events, and other exclusive venues.
   • Provide impeccable service and attention to detail.
   • Anticipate and fulfill the needs of discerning guests.

6. Bartenders:

   • Work in high-end bars, lounges, private clubs, restaurants, hotels, etc.
   • Craft exquisite cocktails and provide a top-tier bar experience.
   • Exhibit exceptional knowledge of premium spirits and mixology techniques.

7. Pool Staff and Other Hospitality Roles:

   • Perform duties related to poolside service, cabana attendants, concierge services, and other specialized roles as required.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a relevant hospitality role is essential.
• Knowledge of high-end services and clientele preferences is a strong advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Ability to adapt to unique and extravagant demands with professionalism and discretion.

Compensation:

• Compensation will be commensurate with experience and role.
• Additional details about compensation and benefits will be provided during the audition process.

Casting Call: Spanish-Speaking Male Actor (Ages 30’s to 50’s) for National PSA

Job Details:

Location: Washington DC 

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking a talented Spanish-speaking male actor, ideally in their 30s to 50s, to fill the principal role in a nationally broadcasted PSA. The project aims to raise awareness and advocate for the importance of mental health. As the principal actor, your role is pivotal in conveying the message and emotional depth of this campaign. Responsibilities will include:

1. Character Portrayal: Effectively portray the character with authenticity and sincerity to create a strong emotional connection with the audience.

2. Script Delivery: Memorize and deliver lines with a clear, articulate, and empathetic tone, conveying the significance of mental health support.

3. Emotional Range: Display a broad emotional range, as the character experiences various feelings throughout the PSA.

4. Collaboration: Work closely with the director and fellow cast and crew members to bring the vision to life.

5. Rehearsal: Participate in rehearsal sessions to ensure the delivery aligns with the campaign’s objectives.

Requirements:

1. Age: Applicants should be in their 30s to 50s.

2. Language Skills: Must be fluent in both Spanish and English, as the PSA will be bilingual.

3. Acting Experience: Previous acting experience, especially in emotionally-driven roles, is preferred.

4. Availability: You must be available for the shoot on November 20th, 2023, in Washington DC.

5. Passion for the Cause: A genuine interest and empathy for mental health advocacy is a plus.

Compensation:

The selected actor will receive a compensation of $1000 for a 10-hour workday. This rate is inclusive of the shoot day and any potential rehearsals or preparation required. Additionally, this role offers the unique opportunity to be part of a meaningful and impactful project that advocates for an essential cause – mental health awareness.