Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Upcoming March 17th – 20th — currently looking for folks that can be available any of these dates for a promo shoot — mostly still photos – great rate $175 plus

Jodi Purdy Casting seeking New York Non-Union Actors 21+ for Background Work on Feature Film starring Brandon Routh and Brooke Shields!

Filming 3/7 to 3/25 in NYC, Long Island City, Staten Island, etc.

Pay is $125/8 plus overtime.

Casting South Asian Grandmothers

Multinational Investment Bank and Financial Services Company

Commercial 

Non Union

Casting: Rachel Reiss CSA, Liz Lewis Casting Partners

Casting: Week of 3/1 and 3/7 via Self Tapes or Zoom Interviews

Callback: 3/10/22 Virtual

Rate: $2500 + 20% for up to 10 hour shoot, usage, and rehearsal/fitting

Usage: 1 year web/online only

Rehearsal/Fitting: 3/15 ( 2 hours)

Shoot: 3/17

Location: New York

COVID Protocols Per Production: All people crew + Agency + Clients will be covid tested 72 hours before the shoot – all actors will also be covid tested before the shoot. Production will provide concierge covid testing

We are committed to diverse, inclusive casting. For every role, please submit qualified performers, without regard to disability, race and ethnicity, age, color, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by law unless specifically indicated.

Synopsis: A group of close knit Indian Grandmothers will come together to critique some traditional Indian dishes.

Grandmother – Casting female presenting South Asian/East Indian cooks who appear age 60-75 years old. These women have lived overseas for a long or short period of time from different states across India. They are comfortable in front of the camera and are delighted to share their opinions and personal anecdotes. These women love to cook and have always used food to connect with their family or bring the family together. They know the ins and outs of regional Indian cooking and have strong opinions on how to make the perfect chai, pakora (or pakodas) or aloo sabzi. They can taste when there is an imbalance of spices and know the difference between kashmiri red chilies and other such dried chilies. And they are not afraid to share their opinion.

We are currently casting bilingual people Nationwide for an Uber Earner welcome video which will feature speakers in many languages saying “hello”. NO ACTING EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED.

WHEN: early March
WHERE: Nationwide, self-filmed on smartphones
COMPENSATION: $900 if you are chosen (if selected, you may required to re-film your clip w/ instructions from the director)

USAGE: 1 year, owned channels, global, no paid media

NOTE: This non-union project does not include agent fees. If you are represented, it will be at your discretion to notify and pay your agent.

SUBMISSIONS DUE BY MIDNIGHT ON SATURDAY 3/5.

MEXICO – COMMERCIAL – TRAVEL PAID – TWINS

TALENT MUST HAVE PASSPORT VALID UNTIL AT LEAST SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2022.

MUST BE LEGAL AGE OF 25+ YEARS OLD OR OVER ON THE SHOOTING DATE.

Looking for Identical male twins from anywhere in USA or Canada, for an online betting app commercial shooting in Mexico !

RATES FOR EACH TALENT

COVID TEST: $60

FITTING: $60

REHEARSAL: $275 PER DAY.

SESSION: $600 EACH PER DAY 

(1-2 SHOOT DAYS)

BUYOUT: $2,000 EACH.

OPTION: ONE BROTHER WILL RECEIVE AN EXTRA $1,500 FOR PLAYING THE INSTINCT ROLE.

PER DIEM: $80 USD (PER DAY NOT ON SET)

KEY DATES:

If Shortlisted, Online Interview: March 6th

If Booked, Wardrobe Fitting, Rehearsal and Filming: between March 10th-16th.

You will travel to Mexico on March 10th or 11th, and travel back on March 15th or 16th.

MARCH 10TH OR 11TH (TBC)

WARDROBE: TBC IN MEXICO

SHOOT DATES: MARCH 13TH-15TH.

TRAVEL BACK: MARCH 15TH OR 16TH (TBC)

NOTES !

TRAVEL AND ACCOMODATION WILL BE COVERED.

ONLY APPLY IF FULLY AVAIL ON DATES LISTED.

WILL NEED TO PERFORM TOPLESS WITH BODY PAINT AND MUST BE COMFORTABLE WITH THIS.

CANNOT HAVE SKIN ALLERGIES OR SENSITIVITIES TO BODY PAINT OR EXTENSIVE MAKEUP.

WILL NEED TO HAVE A PCR TEST ONCE BOOKED.

WE ENCOURAGER ALL BODY TYPES, SHAPES AND SIZES. 

NOT LOOKING FOR MODELS BUT RATHER WELCOME AVERAGE/DAD ODS/MOOBS/MUFFIN TOPS, ETC. THINK JACK BLACK OR WILL FERRELL.

Casting Alert! For our next episode of Chicago Fire we are searching for FEMALES, 40’S, all ethnicities, to work as a lady in a store. 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.

*Must be registered with Central Casting*

Must be registered with Central Casting!!!!! U and NU are welcome to submit. Must pass COVID test to work. Even if you test negative, you are not confirmed for work unless we send you details confirming shoot day.

Margarita is taking submissions for a show that is COVID testing at any flow health sites on MONDAY 3/7 and Work in Santa Clarita POSS Wed 3/9 and/or POSS Thurs 3/10.

We are looking for people who MUST HAVE a SOA type motorcycle. Usually all black with no flashy colors or intense chrome bolt-ons. See attached photos for reference.

NOTE: 

This production has a mandatory vaccination policy for all Zone A workers, including Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other talent ages 12 and above, working on its set.  To be eligible to work on this production, you must be either (1) fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine (Pfizer, Moderna, or Johnson & Johnson) or (2) have a disability or sincerely-held religious belief that prevents vaccination.  Any offer of work is “conditioned” on you providing adequate proof to Production that you meet either of the two criteria mentioned above.  If you are unable to show adequate proof to Production, then you are ineligible to be hired for this particular Production.  Please answer “yes” to this message if you can supply adequate proof to Production.  

If you answer “yes,” you are hereby attesting to the fact that you will provide such adequate proof to Production.  Do not send your proof to Central Casting.  Production will collect and verify your proof.

As a condition of working on set, all talent is required to get Covid-19 test at a production sanctioned testing facility prior to any work date. Must be okay with any form test (nasal swabs, etc). Additional testing may also be done on workdays.

Atlanta casting call for a music video!

Looking for 1 female model WHO KNOWS HOW TO BRAID HAIR.

Will be braiding the male artist’s hair on camera for one of the scenes.

Date: March 12th

Time: 4 hours

All ethnicities

Age range: 18-28 years old

Attire: Casual Attire & Lingeire

Location: Atlanta, GA

Compensated $300 

Company Description

At Biogen, our mission is clear – we are pioneers in neuroscience. Biogen discovers, develops, and delivers worldwide innovative therapies for people living with serious neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. Together, our employees create, commercialize, and manufacture transformative therapies for our patient population. 

We at Biogen are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients who we serve. We are focused on strengthening our foundation to advance our overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) strategy and, most importantly, ensure all our employees feel included.

As an intern or co-op at Biogen, you can expect to be placed on a real project, under the guidance of experience professionals and subject matter experts who are invested in your career and academic growth. We also ensure that you have plenty of opportunities to build your network, learn more about our organization through weekly lunch and learns led by leaders from across the company, and join us for several fun events.

Job Description

This application is for a 6-month student role from July – December 2022. Resume review begins in January 2022.

The Corporate Affairs function is responsible for positioning Biogen as a leader in neuroscience and enhancing the company’s reputation with key stakeholders, employees, and patients. At the core, Corporate Affairs supports the company’s business objectives by communicating and informing Biogen’s company value proposition and bringing the brand’s promise to life.

As a Corporate Communication Video Production Co-Op, you will have the opportunity to contribute to projects that further establish Biogen as the leader in neuroscience, elevate Biogen’s corporate social responsibility and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, and drive employee engagement.

Position Description

Detailed description of role including but not limited to:

• Identify and develop video projects to support Biogen’s position as a leader in neuroscience and the company’s strategic goals.
• Work across every level of the organization and engage subject-matter experts to develop video content as needed
• Liaise day-to-day with key partners, design agencies, and collaborators in support of project deliverables
• Amplify our impact by inspiring and engaging employees in a way that connects them to the business and elevates Biogen’s profile
• Specific projects that you may work on include:
• Create authentic and compelling Biogen video content as needed
• Assist video production team with projects across Biogen including brand campaigns, visual storytelling for digital media (including social, website and intranet)
• Assist with video production projects and requests
• Work with Video Production Lead to shoot, edit and produce videos for a variety of uses, channels and needs
• Assist in management of video studio

Qualifications

To participate in the Biogen Internship Program, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• At least 18 years of age prior to the scheduled start date
• Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university

Additional Qualifications

• Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Photoshop. After Effects preferred.)
• Strong written and verbal communication is essential.
• Experience with video cameras, audio and lighting equipment
• Ability to recognize story potential and independently develop video assets.
• Creative eye and enthusiasm for video storytelling
• Ability to thrive in an energetic corporate environment

Education

Current Undergraduate.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Biogen

To work alongside the Directors, Account Teams and / or Tag Digital management in managing digital and Social campaign projects from initial brief to delivery; In doing this helping them to achieve the Company’s business objectives, goals and targets through the adoption of correct workflow processes and procedures across the allocated account/s.

Act as an entrepreneurial leader of a busy production team dedicated to consistency and quality across clients digital branded advertising across a range of deliverables. You will motivate and lead the team to achieve the best experience and work for the client.

Be the client’s first point of contact regarding new and creative briefs and escalation point for client and external party agencies regarding issues.

Actively working to improve processes and client relationships and maintaining a full overview of all work going through the team and full ownership of digital account/s.

Responsibilities

Project and Workflow Management

· Taking briefs from client, reviewing and feeding back to internal team and/or client to clarify any unclear or missing specifications.

· Prepare and brief in work into creative & design teams, ensuring they have everything required to complete the work.

· Keep project team and clients up to date regarding production plan, status and upcoming work to ensure all requirements and deadlines are met to a high standard.

· QA of all produced material against brand guidelines and checklists relevant for account and campaign.

· Ensure best practice processes are rigorously adhered to across briefing and sign off procedures (creative and technical).

· Management of projects through Digital asset and workflow management system (HIVE)

· Regularly review and provide feedback to clients and account teams and report issues for ongoing and completed projects to ensure ongoing improvements are made to the account.

· Be proactive with day-to-day account decisions.

· Challenge current ways of working/processes to continually make improvements to account.

· Be a calm and respected member of the production team

· Strong producer skills and a can do attitude to problem solving. Able to find solutions to what can be perceived as a difficult or impossible task

· Able to produce still/motion shoots independently and in collaboration with specialists and art buyers

· Support the business with ad hoc work

· Be aware of activity across other teams with the view to pass on any learnings to your client and share best practice.

Administrative and Financial Management

· Booking jobs into CMD, keeping on top of statuses and costs and invoicing and logging financial status for account once completed.

· Manage the cost overview for account; time spent versus invoiced and report on that as required.

· Flag any budget issues or cost changes to account team and / or clients as required.

· Ensure team invoicing is completed on a regular basis.

· Ensure team is logging their time against jobs to get a good understanding regarding profit / loss across each campaign.

Client Management and External Parties

· Maintain excellent client, external agency and internal team communication ensuring all parties are kept up to date on process status and implications regarding delays.

· Gain trust, authority and respect from the client at all times and strive to exceed their expectations.

· Develop an excellent understanding of the client’s business, brand and processes.

· Manage client expectations across all digital work.

· Be the ‘technical expert’ to client and creative teams regarding what is possible and achievable.

· Be able to act in a professional manner at all times and in stressful situations.

· Attend external client meetings.

· Be aware of the bigger picture of the total account and share best practice with the team and the client.

Technology

· Excellent understanding of DAM systems

· Excellent understanding of Social media platforms and delivery best practises

· Good understanding of CRM (Email) design and development process

People Management

· Full responsibility for all personnel issues including identification of individuals training and development needs, employee welfare and any discipline matters.

· Support team members in the pursuit in delivering the highest standard of service to the client.

· Motivate and encourage the team so that together you strive to achieve client satisfaction in all you do.

· Conflict Management

Skills

Essential

· Creative planning and organizing skills; ability to plan for all eventualities, provide solutions to issues and elevate creative with smart solutions.

· A passion for creative and on the pulse of industry trends and creative technology

· Experience of delivering work across various social platforms and guiding best practice knowledge

· Know and understand the client’s organization and market

· Ability to juggle numerous tasks at once and deliver all effectively

· Ability to delegate work to achieve a high quality of output and to hit all deadlines

· Ability to coach and develop members of the team where needed

· Full knowledge of Tag’s Best Practice Process and look for ways of implementing with the client and internal team

· Experience in creating social content, digital design, creative adaptation and/or production processes and its costs

· Works as a strong team player

· Experience of presenting is essential

· Strong report writing

· Be able to look and act professional at all times (business and social with clients)

· Display confidentiality at all times with regards to Tag and client business

· Has a full understanding of the invoicing process, mark-ups and charge out rates for each client

· Strong attention to detail

· Strong communication skills

· Conscientious

· Pro-active

· Relationship building

Experience

4+ years’ experience of producing digital and social content preferably in a fast paced social agency or digital/creative production environment

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