Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Content Contributor for Trü Frü Holiday Campaign

Job Details: Trü Frü is seeking authentic, engaging content creators to capture and share their genuine holiday moments. We are inviting individuals to submit their personal video content showing how they connect with friends and family during the holiday season. The content should be heartfelt, humorous, serene, or even wildly entertaining, as long as it is genuine.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and submit a video showcasing your holiday moments.

• Capture the essence of connection during the holiday season.

• Videos can be planned or spontaneous, featuring heartfelt interactions.

• Ensure content is suitable for posting on Trü Frü’s social media platforms and adheres to brand guidelines.

Requirements:

• Must have a smartphone or camera to capture high-quality video content.

• Ability to tell a story through video in a compelling way.

• No previous acting or content creation experience required; we value authenticity above all.

• Must agree to Trü Frü’s content usage terms and conditions.

Compensation:

• Selected videos will be compensated as follows:

  • Trü Frü favorites: $500 cash

  • Several more selections: $250 cash

  • Many others: $50 worth of Trü Frü products

• Compensation is contingent upon Trü Frü’s selection and use of your video content.

Casting Call: Experienced Pizza Tosser

Job Description: Boston Casting is currently seeking a talented and experienced pizza tosser to be featured in an upcoming commercial. The ideal candidate should have a passion for pizza making and the skill to toss pizza dough with both flair and precision.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform pizza tossing during the commercial shoot, demonstrating technique and skill.
• Follow directions from the director and crew to ensure the best possible footage is captured.
• Be prepared to work on-set for the duration of the scheduled shooting days.
• Engage with other cast members and crew in a professional manner.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, in 60s.
• Non-union.
• Real experience in pizza tossing.
• Must be available for shooting on 12/11, 12/12, 12/14, 12/15 in Massachusetts and Connecticut (must be available all days but will likely work 2 of these days).
• Ability to follow direction and work well under the pressures of a commercial shoot.

Compensation:

• $2250+ (compensation may vary based on experience and actual hours worked).

Loud House Full-Time Stand-In Casting Call

Job Description: Loud House is excited to announce casting calls for two full-time stand-in positions for our upcoming filming schedule. This is a unique opportunity for individuals who meet specific physical criteria to be part of a dynamic film production team.

Roles Available:

1. Blonde Female Stand-In

   • Descent: Caucasian.
   • Age: 21 and up.
   • Height: 5’2” to 5’4”.

2. Brunette Female Stand-In

   • Descent: Caucasian.
   • Age: 21 and up.
   • Height: 5’6” to 5’8”.

Job Responsibilities:

• Standing in for actors during lighting setups and camera rehearsals.
• Working closely with the director and cinematographer to ensure accurate scene composition.
• Maintaining consistent positioning and movements as per the director’s requirements.
• Being available and ready on set during designated hours.

Requirements:

• Must fit the physical characteristics specified for each role.
• Prior stand-in or acting experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to follow directions accurately and quickly adapt to changes on set.
• Reliable transportation to the filming location in Albuquerque, NM.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Availability for the entire filming schedule as specified.

Compensation:

• Rate of $140 per 8-hour shift.
• Overtime compensation as per industry standards.
• Other benefits and compensation details will be provided upon selection.

Casting Call: Real EMTs for “Will Trent” Series

Job Detail: We are currently seeking real-life Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to join the cast of the “Will Trent” series. This is an exciting opportunity for EMTs to bring authenticity and depth to the show, which is set in and around the Atlanta, GA area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying EMT roles in various scenes, ensuring realistic and accurate representation of medical procedures and emergency response scenarios.
• Collaborating with the director and other cast members to deliver convincing performances.
• Being available for rehearsals and taking direction from the production team.
• Maintaining a professional demeanor on set and adhering to all safety protocols.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess real EMT experience (certification or working experience as an EMT).
• Ability to convincingly portray medical procedures and emergency situations.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate shooting times.
• Reliable transportation to and from the set in the Atlanta, GA area.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to follow directions.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $200 per 12-hour shift.
• Additional compensation details will be provided upon successful casting and agreement signing.

Casting Call: Real Firefighters for “Will Trent”

Job Description: We are excited to announce a casting call for the upcoming project “Will Trent”. We are seeking real firefighters to bring authenticity and depth to our production. This is a unique opportunity for those with firefighting experience to be part of a dynamic and creative environment in the entertainment industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying the role of a firefighter in various scenes within the project.
• Collaborating with the director and other cast members to ensure realistic and engaging performances.
• Following directions from the crew and adapting to changes in scenes or script requirements.
• Being available for costume fittings, rehearsals, and shooting as scheduled.
• Maintaining professionalism on set and contributing to a positive working environment.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess real firefighting experience. Please detail your experience in your application.
• Open to men and women of any ethnicity.
• Ability to take direction well and work collaboratively in a team.
• Flexibility with schedule and availability for the duration of the shoot.
• Reliable transportation to the location in the Atlanta, GA area.

Compensation:

• Rate: $200 for a 12-hour workday.
• Additional details regarding compensation for overtime, if applicable, will be provided.

Casting Call: Improv Actors for Upcoming Indie Film (Supporting Characters)

Job Responsibilities:

1. Perform in various supporting roles requiring improvisational skills.
2. Collaborate closely with the director and other actors to develop scenes.
3. Attend all scheduled rehearsals and filming days.
4. Adapt performances based on directorial feedback.
5. Maintain character consistency throughout improvisational scenarios.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in improvisational acting.
• Authentic Baltimore accent.
• Availability for various days in December.
• Must be a local resident of Baltimore or willing to work as a local.
• Submission must include a current resume. Including a reel is highly encouraged.

Compensation:

• Rate: Pay will be according to the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) scale.
• Note: This is a paid position, but specifics will be discussed upon selection.

Macarta is a global leader in the retail media and eCommerce marketplace industry. Founded in 2016, Macarta commits to their mission of revolutionizing the retail industry by providing consistently excellent service to brands of any size, across any category. Macarta leverages its global footprint, and local expertise, to drive profitable growth for brands on global marketplaces such as Amazon, Walmart & Mercado Libre. With intentional creative & content marketing, search & programmatic advertising, channel management and business intelligence analytics, Macarta executes holistic omni-channel strategies that achieve long term, sustainable growth for brands around the world.

Position:  Brand Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Macarta is on a mission  to revolutionize the retail industry and become the leading global marketplace agency for brands around the globe. Brand Managers (BM) will play a critical role in creating momentum and shaping the future of Macarta. As a key member of the brand management team, you will have the opportunity to help drive Macarta into the future and have a real impact on our next phase of growth as a company as well as your career. 

Our Brand Management team is a group of  innovators, strategists, solution seekers and consumers. As a member of the Brand Management team, you will have full ownership of a portfolio of 5-6 brand partners and will have the responsibility and opportunity to drive a real impact to your brand’s business(es) as well as the customers their brands serve. 

You will establish and maintain strong relationships with your partners and work to deliver upon your partner’s goals and objectives. You will also be responsible for working closely with internal teams to deliver clear briefs that outline yours and the brand’s vision for their business. You will have the unique opportunity to serve as a leader and role model to all Macarta employees. 

Brand Manager’s will be reporting to the VP, Strategy & Client Services and collaborating with leadership teams to drive results and success for all brand partners. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• As a Brand Manager you will be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with all of your brand partners and will embody our company’s vision of providing an outstanding quality of service to all of the brands we have the privilege to serve. 

• BM’s will have and continually build a strong analytic foundation and will have in-depth knowledge of your brand partners P&L’s to identify and evaluate key business issues and growth opportunities for clients. As a BM you will  possess full ownership of your brands P&L’s and drive ideas and innovation on how to improve their marketplace profit. 

• You will be responsible for driving and proactively looking at your brand partners performance on a daily basis. You will work to interpret all market data to take advantage of opportunities and minimize adverse trends, and identify data driven demand signals to generate business growth in areas for both on and off marketplace opportunities. 

•  BM’s will work cross functionally with internal teams and drive the creation of  detailed, data backed briefs (around consumer insights, pricing, forecasting, promotions, P&L’s, operations, sales, marketing/advertising and creative) to deliver a clear vision for the future of your brand partners business(es)

• Work closely with the project management team and ABMs to drive client deliverables from the planning stages to execution and final assessment to achieve your partners objectives and goals. 

• Create, monitor and optimize annual growth plans to exceed sales and profitability goals for your portfolio of brands and work with ABM’s to train and collaborate on projects.

• Perform ongoing analysis of the brands performance, competitors and category to identify opportunities to accelerate the growth of your brand  partners. 

• Demonstrate fluency and a deep understanding of the e-commerce flywheel as it relates t o Amazon, Walmart, Shopify, and D2C sites. 

• Work with brand partners to fully understand their entire marketing and channel mix. Work closely with the VP, Strategy &  Client Services to review all elements of your partners business(es) which include pricing strategy, active sku management, category management, merchandising strategy, advertising channels and performance trends, and ongoing innovative and strategic recommendations. 

• Have an in-depth understanding of the competitive landscape of our brand partners categories and have the ability to translate the implications of their business to key stakeholders and work with ABM’s to pull insights and action items. 

• Brand Managers are responsible for planning, execution and conducting various business initiatives for our clients that include innovation, developing strategic roadmaps, consumer acquisition trends, annual marketing plans, etc. 

• Work closely with the VP, Strategy & Client Services and the ABM to develop business objectives and marketing plans for assigned partners/categories, reflecting overall on how marketplaces impact our partners entire business, and execute on plans to deliver against our partners goals and objectives. 

• Drive the development of partner media plans, insertion orders, planning documents, project, troubleshooting and budget trackers, and keep all trackers and flowcharts and brand documents up to date. 

• Have a strong understanding of full funnel advertising channels and retail media. As well as what levers need to be pulled to grow your brand partner’s business. Have the ability to confidently communicate those initiatives to clients. 

• Provide weekly analysis and insights to key stakeholders as needed that includes reporting around sales, pricing, promotional effectiveness and overall marketplace analysis. 

• Ensure that your brand partners business is running efficiently and work with internal teams for any troubleshooting needs, support ticket creation and follow-ups etc. 

• Cultivate positive professional relationships with clients, vendors and internal teams

• Compile, organize, and build presentations to aid in all QBRs and planning meetings with oversight from the Sr. Director, Client Services. 

• Communicate with the VP, Strategy & Client Services on the state of each of your brand partners, where there are hurdles and where you are seeing success. 

• Dedicate time each week to industry learnings and come to team meetings with new ideas and strategic tests we want to run for brand partners. 

• Be hungry, Be Positive, Be Open Minded, Be Professional , Be Flexible, and Have Fun. 

REQUISITES:

• 2-3 years of Amazon Advertising (paid search or display) experience
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience managing Amazon sellers or vendor central. 
• Walmart (WFS) & Target experience is a plus
• Strong MS Excel competency
• Creative thinker and ability to think ‘outside the box’ regarding how to best position branded products within Amazon.com search environment
• Proven track-record of ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize appropriately.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, able to thrive in an autonomous work environment.
• Strong communication skills and natural relationship builder.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to shine in a results-driven environment.

COMPENSATION

Salary: 80,000 – $90,000

Pay Schedule: Bi-Monthly

COMPANY CULTURE

• Casual attire
• Flexible hours
• In-Office or Hybrid
• Dog-Friendly office

BENEFITS

• Unlimited PTO 
• App & Online Benefits portal access through Insperity
• 401k Plan Available
• 50% of Health Insurance Premium paid-for by Macarta, should employee opt-in

Macarta

The Sr. Brand Marketing Manager will conduct and direct marketing analysis, strategy development, tactical execution and communications to drive sales, traffic and checks during key dayparts and across revenue centers, as assigned. Working with internal team members, key business partners (e.g. Finance, Ops, F&B, Off Premise, Guest relations) and external agencies, he/she will coordinate and manage the creation and implementation of marketing initiatives to meet company strategic goals.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Grow off premise first party and third-party business by driving the promotional calendar, orchestrating organic, paid & email demand generation, and merchandising the first and third party website

· Grow gift card sales online and in store by delivering seasonal campaigns and promotional offers that fall in line with the promotional calendar, while working closely with affiliate programs and agency partners to order, develop, and implement gift cards

· In concert with Sr Director of Digital, deliver brand messaging that supports paid demand generation

· Work closely with the Product Director on merchandising the website and Director of Field & Partnerships on in store marketing elements and other external projects

· Orchestrate brand creative and A/B testing for organic, paid, email and web channels in support of on premise and off premise by driving the marketing content calendar to ensure regular and relevant content distribution and production via internal design team and contractor creative

· Develop performance copy in support of A/B testing for organic, paid, email and web channels in support of on premise and off premise traffic and conversion

· Update & develop brand assets including brand style guide and brand ad campaign via internal design team and contractor creative

· Generate earned PR in support of the marketing and new store calendar

· Partner with other business unit leaders and maintain cross functional relationships

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EDUCATION

· Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Marketing, Communications or Business

· A minimum of 5 years directly related and progressive experience

· Previous experience in the casual dining Industry; first party and third party off premise experience ideal

· Previous experience managing a restaurant brand including developing brand assets and advertising

· Expertise in copywriting manually and copy-editing AI generated copy

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, work independently, multi-task, prioritize and be detail oriented

· Exceptional written and verbal skills to communicate at all levels of the organization

Miller’s Ale House Restaurants

McKinley Marketing Partners’ consumer services client based in Maryland is looking for a field marketing manager to work closely with their franchisees to guide and support them with their local marketing funds. You will build relationships and work with the franchisees to develop and execute local marketing solutions that will increase new customers and revenue for their locations.

This position will require two days in the office in Savage, Maryland.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships and understanding of franchisees’ goals, challenges, and opportunities
• Develop marketing solutions that align with the stores’ goals and reflect their local marketing budget
• Work closely and effectively with the marketing team and agencies to ensure the agreed-upon plans are executed and measured
• Maintain a strong knowledge of national and regional campaigns and efforts to leverage those at the local level, where appropriate
• Track spending by store and franchisee to ensure local marketing funds are spent—work with stores to implement plans to allocate unspent funds
• Keep track of store promotions and results and share with other franchisees to inform decision-making
• Share results of dedicated marketing efforts with franchisees every quarter
• Collaborate with the Operations team to ensure consistent merchandising, messaging, and service implementation
• Meet with each franchisee at least once monthly to continue to build relationships, develop/revise plans, and discuss implementation needs or challenges
• Provide monthly reports to the CMO and team to ensure all are in alignment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communications or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in marketing with responsibilities over developing and implementing integrated marketing plans that included a combination of traditional media, digital marketing
• Experience with multi-unit marketing, preferably with a franchise organization
• Self-starter that is curious and seeks to help franchisees improve their business results through a well-conceived marketing support plan
• Outgoing personality that can establish effective and trusted relationships
• Willing to visit stores in the Baltimore/Washington area quarterly and some out-of-town travel to visit stores outside the region

McKinley Marketing Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals are encouraged to apply, and all applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Opportunity for all is central to our mission. We strive to reaffirm our commitment to the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We push ourselves to new heights to embrace ongoing change and creativity. With this as our goal, we are proud to have reached individuals with diverse backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our mission forward.

McKinley Marketing Partners, Inc.

We are looking for a Product Development Coordinator for a top retail company in NYC. This position is hybrid and based out of the New York office.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating the development of prototype products.
• Monitors overall development process for product line.
• Acts as point person on development details with vendor partners.
• Creates and updates seasonal composite sheets and classification charts.
• Coordinates work flow of weekly updates to ensure composites are used as a timely communication tool with vendors, production, technical and merchandising.
• Tracks development to assure execution is within timeframes.
• Communicates design development details.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design or equivalent experience
• 2+ years product design/development experience.
• Flex PLM experience
• Detail Oriented
• Experience in intimates a plus

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

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