Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Male Twin Brothers for Feature Film

Job Details: We are currently casting for a unique and exciting opportunity in a feature film. We are seeking male twins, aged between 20 and 35 years old, to play lead roles. This is an exceptional chance for talented individuals to showcase their skills in a dynamic and creative setting. The film will be shot at various locations across India, requiring the candidates to be open to travel within the country.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portraying lead characters in the film, which may include speaking and non-speaking roles.
• Collaborating closely with the director, co-actors, and crew to bring the characters to life.
• Participating in rehearsals and training sessions as required by the film’s director.
• Being available for costume fittings, makeup sessions, and promotional events related to the film.
• Adapting to various roles and settings as per the script’s demand.
• Maintaining a high level of professionalism on set at all times.
• Being open to direction and feedback from the film’s creative team.

Requirements:

• Male twins, aged between 20-35 years.
• Based in India or willing to travel to various locations within the country for shooting.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to portray emotions and characters convincingly.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work well in a team.
• Flexibility with schedules and adaptability to changing filming conditions.
• Physical fitness and ability to perform any physical aspects of the role.
• Fluency in Hindi and/or other regional Indian languages is advantageous.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience and role requirements.
• Accommodation and travel expenses will be covered for non-local shoots.
• Food and daily allowances will be provided during shooting days.
• Health insurance coverage for the duration of the shoot.

Casting Call: Stand-In Performers Needed

Job Description: We are currently seeking stand-in performers for an upcoming production. Stand-ins are responsible for taking the place of principal actors during the technical setup of a scene. The role involves accurately representing the actor’s physical characteristics to assist the crew in lighting, framing, and rehearsing camera moves.

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand-in for actors during lighting setups and rehearsals.
• Match the principal actor’s height, build, and movements as closely as possible.
• Remain attentive and available on set for the duration of the shoot day.
• Take direction from the director, cinematographer, and other crew members.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and work ethic at all times.
• Must be reliable and punctual, ready to work according to the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Recent color full body photo and photo of the tops of your hands.
• Accurate measurements including height, weight, and clothing sizes (shirt, pants, shoes).
• Availability to work on weekdays; specify which weekdays you are fully available.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours.
• Previous experience in film/television is preferred but not necessary.
• Must be local to the area or willing to travel to the location specified by the production.
• If you have tattoos, please specify their locations and provide photos.

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rate, dependent on experience and production budget.
• Meals and snacks will be provided on set.
• Credit will be given where allowed by the production.

Casting Call: South African Actors Based in Mumbai

Job Detail: We are currently seeking talented South African male actors based in Mumbai for an upcoming film project. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a diverse and dynamic cast in a production that aims to deliver a powerful and engaging narrative.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a character in line with the director’s vision and script requirements.
• Attend and actively participate in rehearsals and discussions with the director and fellow cast members.
• Work collaboratively with the production team, including following direction and contributing to a positive working environment.
• Commit to the filming schedule, which may include evenings and weekends.
• Be willing to undergo costume, makeup, and possibly physical transformations as required by the character.
• Engage in promotional activities for the film, such as interviews and media appearances, as required.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Age: 45 to 60 years
• Nationality: South African (or able to authentically portray a South African character)
• Based in Mumbai, with a valid work permit if not a resident of India.
• Previous acting experience in film, television, theater, or similar (preferred but not essential).
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English. Additional language skills are a plus.
• Physical fitness appropriate to the demands of the role.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience and role requirements.
• Payment terms will be discussed during the casting process and detailed in the contract.
• Additional benefits, such as travel expenses and accommodation (if required), will be provided.

Casting Call: Photo Doubles for Iconic Figures in New Series Set in the 70’s

Job Details:

We are currently seeking talented photo doubles to participate in an exciting new series set in the 1970s. This project requires individuals who can closely resemble a range of iconic figures from this era. This is a unique opportunity to be a part of a production that pays tribute to some of the most influential personalities of the 70s.

Roles Available:

• Diana Ross
• The Supremes
• Dick Gregory
• Jesse Jackson
• Liz Taylor
• Sammy Davis Jr.
• The Temptations
• Whit Chamberlin
• Coretta Scott King
• Sidney Poitier

Job Responsibilities:

• Stand in for the actors during lighting setups and camera rehearsals.
• Work closely with the director and cinematography team to ensure accurate representation of the iconic figures.
• Ability to follow directions closely and maintain a professional demeanor on set.
• Participate in costume fittings and makeup sessions as required.
• Remain available and flexible for the entire shooting day.

Requirements:

• Strong physical resemblance to the iconic figure you are applying to double.
• Previous experience as a photo double or stand-in is highly desirable.
• Height, build, and overall appearance must closely match the figure being portrayed.
• Availability for the entire shooting period in February 2024.
• Ability to work in Atlanta, GA (local hires preferred).
• Professional attitude and reliability are a must.
• Willingness to adhere to all set protocols, including any COVID-19 safety measures in place.

Compensation Details:

• Pay rate is $200 for a 12-hour day.
• Payment terms will be discussed upon casting.

Job Title-Sr. Art director

Location- St Louis, MO

Duration- 12 Month+

As an Sr. Art director, you are a multi-talented creative and strategic thinker who concepts, creates and produces high-quality work that is relevant to the brand and compelling to the target audience. You have solid design skills and are able to work successfully with a creative and account service team.

Must have experience in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, be familiar with Figma and have a working knowledge of After Effects.

They will work across different brands, work on multiple projects, activations with key retailers, presentations, versioning existing campaigns, design and build new campaigns,

SKILLS:

• Strong conceptual thinker. Detail oriented.

• Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign

• Familiar with Figma

• Working knowledge of After Effects

• Excellent communication and presentation skills – Powerpoint

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Excellent project management skills

• Self-starter; can juggle multiple projects successfully

Regards,

Madhusudan

Recruitment/Team Lead

Apolis

Direct (424) 423-0313

703 Campus Square West, El Segundo, CA 90245

www.apolisrises.com

Apolis

ART DIRECTOR

We’re looking for ‘conceptual’ thinkers. Art Directors that have a passion and talent to develop advertising campaign/brand ideas that can span across a brand marketing ecosystem including traditional and digital mediums. Visually design and develop these ideas by creating mockups, storyboards, presentations, and taking work from ideation to project completion. 

Supercharge your career in a dynamic urban setting at a thriving independent ad agency known for high-powered thinking and award-winning creative. 

Our recently renovated loft space is a highly collaborative work environment in the heart of Chicago’s buzzing River North entertainment district. Surrounded by dining, shopping, and easy transit…enjoy urban working at its finest. Brainstorm with colleagues at an outdoor lunch cafe or mull over your strategic approach to user-centric web design over an afternoon latte. Renew your professional passions for stunning graphic design, clean typography, and dynamic visual artistry as part of our ‘exceptional’ agency culture –– one that proudly rewards hustle, guts, and instinct.  

You’ll be teaming up with savvy marketing specialists and gifted creative minds as you tackle design assignments of all types –– brand development, ad campaigns, digital and UX design, social media marketing, direct response…even video, and more. Enjoy the motivating ambience of our open-concept floor plan as you help us design and build highly strategic marketing programs for our growing roster of on-demand clients. 

BRING YOUR ‘A GAME’ TO PLAN B

We’re a fast-flying, full-service ad agency seeking exceptionally talented art directors and total team players to help our clients take on the world. If you fancy yourself a visual problem solver who can concept in any medium, or a multi-disciplinary design maven who can art direct the printed page in InDesign as skillfully as a web page in Sketch…we’d love to get to know you. 

Do you thrive on variety? No two weeks are ever the same here. Whether it’s a :06 pre-roll video or TikTok-inspired digital campaign, a mobile-first landing page promoting a hybrid supercar, dimensional mailer celebrating the important work of health care workers, an average month here is sure to bend your brain in many directions at once. So limber up and let’s do this! 

As Art Director, you’ll be counted on as a strategic-thinking member of the creative team. Here’s a taste of what awaits.

This Art Director role is primarily an on-site position at our Chicago River North location. Regularly attending work in-person (5 days a week, M-F) is essential for the success of the company, our clients, and the entire Plan B team.

We are officially a B Corp! (see: https://www.thisisplanb.com/sustainability/)

We recognize the critical difference today’s companies can (and must) make with regard to corporate responsibility and environmental sustainability. The values of conservation and efficiency have long been core to Plan B’s cultural and operational foundation, and are even more of a priority today in light of how much our world is changing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design mobile-first digital experiences, including websites, landing pages, emails, e-newsletters, microsites, digital display ads
• Design more traditional media including, but not limited to: print ads, brochures, booklets, fliers, TV commercials, billboards, and more – according to strategic plans provided by the account executive, and by assignment from the creative director.
• Meet with client service team members and interactive marketing personnel to ensure coordination between traditional and interactive advertising and marketing efforts.
• Provide sound visual concept solutions that specifically solve business problems.
• Work with the development team to understand the opportunities and limitations of the digital solutions proposed and produced by the creative department. 
• Collaborate with other art directors, copywriters and additional designated “team” personnel in production of creative materials.
• Collaborate with account and creative leads in selection of design elements (papers, vendors, models, freelancers, talent, and outside sources) needed to fulfill production.
• Meet assigned deadlines with a smile
• Maintain strong working knowledge of computer design software and hardware, striving to stay current in level of knowledge and abilities. 
• Work to remain current with trends in the digital art direction space, from new methodologies and tools to best practices. 
• Work with production personnel (digital, print, and/or video), providing complete input and instruction/supervision to smoothly complete production of approved design. 
• Review all production materials on assigned projects and sign off prior to final production
• Assist with new business presentations as requested by the agency marketing director/creative director/production manager.
• Keep senior art director/creative director informed of need to upgrade design-related computer hardware/software

REQUIREMENTS

·     A passion for exceptional ideas and an almost-annoying commitment to quality

·     A killer design portfolio 

·     Minimum 4+ years of graphic design experience art direction role

·     Strong analytical ability and strategic thinking skills

·     Willing to share your point of view (with written & verbal communication skills to back it up)

·     Appetite for problem solving and love for fast-paced environments

·     Experience working on/managing various creative campaigns in parallel

• LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY. Talented and motivated Art Directors in the Chicago area who meet the above requirements, and who have the work to back up their candidacy, should send a brief cover note, resume and portfolio to [email protected].

Plan B®

Adecco Creative & Marketing is partnering with our client, an American subsidiary of one of the globally well known food and beverage company. This subsidiary produces and markets pet food, treats, and litter.

***Candidates must be local to St. Louis, MO and able to work on-site 4 days a week, with Fridays remote.

***Candidates should feel comfortable working in a pet-friendly environment. Must not have allergies.

***Candidate MUST submit a design portfolio or have it linked to their resume.

Title: Senior Art Director

Location: St. Louis, MO (On-site Mon-Thurs, Fridays Remote)

Duration: 12 Month

Starts: Feb 2024

Ends: March 2025

Pay: $46/hr

Position Summary:

Adecco’s client has an in-house creative team fostering a dynamic environment for talented individuals who thrive in the intersection of agency excitement and corporate stability. As a Senior Art Director, you will be a versatile and strategic creative thinker, responsible for ideation, creation, and production of high-quality work aligned with brand objectives. Your expertise in design will be utilized in collaboration with creative and account service teams.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design print, promotion, collateral, in-store, and advertising materials, from concept to final execution, based on client direction (15%)
• Conceptualize and execute digital content, including ecommerce assets, digital advertising, website assets, and video (30%)
• Contribute to package design efforts (15%)
• Present ideas and designs convincingly to internal teams and clients (15%)
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders such as creative leadership, account service, legal, and clients (25%)

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contribute to longer-range client/agency goals for business growth
• Demonstrate a positive, high-energy attitude with a passion for creating original, solution-oriented work
• Efficiently manage multiple projects across various client brands

Minimum Requirements:

• Candidates must submit a portfolio with work examples.
• Must have 5+ years of experience in advertising or in-house agency roles
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or Associates Degree with a strong emphasis on graphics and communication
• This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Skills:

• Strong conceptual thinker with attention to detail
• Expert proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Familiarity with Figma
• Working knowledge of After Effects
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (PowerPoint)
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Exceptional project management abilities
• Self-starter with the ability to successfully manage multiple projects

If you are a creative, strategic, and self-motivated Senior Art Director passionate about making an impact in a pet-friendly environment, we invite you to apply. We look forward to reviewing your portfolio and exploring the opportunity to work together on exciting projects.

Adecco

Job Title: Content Manager, Entertainment & Comedy

Position: Full-time, permanent, salary + bonus & benefits

Location: NYC office // hybrid

Experience Desired: 2-3 years in social media management & content creation

Description:

Are you scared to tell the nail tech you hate your manicure? Are you currently on your third iced coffee before 11 a.m.? Are you still triggered by Ariana Grande dating SpongeBob? Are you losing sleep over Reality Von Tease? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may be entitled to financial compensation… we mean, you could be Betches’ next Content Manager!

Betches Media is seeking a hilarious, creative social media expert to manage the day-to-day operations of the Betches Instagram account. We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes entertainment and is fluent in both viral and niche pop culture references. The ideal candidate is a huge Betches fan, a creative thinker, and, above all, funny as fuck.

This role reports to the Director of Entertainment and will work cross-functionally with multiple departments, including video, web, branded, podcasts, marketing, and affiliate. You should have demonstrated strong, clean writing skills, be extremely organized, and be comfortable on camera.

If interested, candidates should have receipts, proof, timelines, and screenshots of all relevant work experience. In other words, we want to see examples of your funniest, most viral memes and tweets (personal and/or work examples are accepted).

Role & Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day content and operations for the main Betches Instagram account
• Craft original content, catered to various social media platforms (Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Reels, etc) that is funny, relatable, valuable and aligns with the Betches brand identity
• Work closely with the data analytics teams to assess account performance, optimize content reach and engagement, and ensure the brand meets audience growth and revenue KPIs
• Oversee community management and foster a highly engaged audience by consistently delivering high-quality and unique content
• Conceptualize and execute entertaining, innovative, repeatable social franchises for the Instagram Feed and Stories
• Craft witty, hilarious, and relatable copy for social media posts across platforms, ensuring it seamlessly reflects Betches’ distinctive voice and tone
• Collaborate frequently and efficiently with other areas of the business, including marketing, web, video, podcasts, branded, and affiliate teams
• Identify emerging, soon-to-be-viral trends on Instagram and TikTok and seize relevant opportunities for social coverage accordingly
• Appear on camera as a representative of the Betches brand for reels, TikTok, and other video content
• Develop and nurture relationships with content creators for collaboration opportunities

Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of social media strategy, design, and storytelling experience
• Strong knowledge of affiliate marketing and social affiliate strategies
• Proven track record in producing engaging video and static content for social media
• A demonstrated ability to write engaging, funny, and clean social media copy in line with the Betches voice
• Knowledge of, passion for, and experience with established and emerging social media platforms
• The agility and flexibility to work in a small, fast-moving team and a growing business
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• Familiarity with and strong enthusiasm for entire Betches Media brand
• Quick, witty creative mindset with a knack for ideation and thoughtful experimentation
• Relevant experience with developing and executing strategy for live coverage events (i.e. Met Gala, Oscars, Super Bowl), including availability for breaking news and live coverage opportunities that may occur outside of typical business hours
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Canva or After Effects
• Experience working with e-commerce and creating branded content is a plus

Compensation:

The expected annual base salary for this role is $75,000 – $95,000. Final offers for this role will be made within the parameters of the salary range provided. Years of experience, skills, and other factors such as location are considered when determining the salary offered. Total compensation and offer package will include the following perks below.

Our Perks:

• Paid medical insurance
• Dental & vision insurance
• Paid vacation & holidays
• 401K & transit benefits
• Flexible time off
• Half day Fridays
• Paid parental leave
• Remote work opportunities
• Ongoing company outings
• Opportunity for growth
• Fast-paced, high growth work environment
• Friendly, fun, creative and collaborative team-based work environment

The Application: Apply directly on LinkedIn

Betches Media is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability, or length of time spent unemployed. We’re actively working to increase the diversity of experience and perspectives on our team, and we want to hear from you!

BETCHES MEDIA LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The materials I submit to BETCHES MEDIA LLC as part of my application for employment (the “Application”) will not be used for limiting or excluding any applicant from consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation in the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. By submitting this Application to BETCHES MEDIA LLC, I certify that I have not purposely withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for hiring.

I attest to the fact that the answers given by me are true & correct to the best of my knowledge and ability. I understand that any omission (including any misstatement) of material fact on this Application or on any document used to secure can be grounds for rejection of application or, if I am employed by this company, terms for my immediate expulsion from the company. I understand that if I am employed, my employment is not definite and can be terminated at any time either with or without prior notice, and by either me or the company. I understand that any material I submit throughout the application process, and during potential time of employment, becomes the property of BETCHES MEDIA LLC. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Betches Media

InnoVision Marketing Group, voted one of the San Diego Business Journal’s “Best Places to Work” in 2022, is seeking a full-time, in house, Art Director. If you’re organized, have an eye for detail and have the ability to consistently hit fast-paced deadlines, then we want you!

Required Skills:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in graphic design
• Proficiency in Apple OSX, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office products
• Excellent InDesign skills
• Excellent typography skills
• Strong experience in print media
• Strong Experience in Social media and digital design
• Leadership experience a plus
• The ability to easily adopt to constant change a must
• Ability to manage design project from beginning to end with little to no supervision
• Ability to manage heavy work load including different projects for several brands at the same time
• Ability to follow brand standards
• Ability to take direction and design feedback

Job Requirements:

• The ability to work well independently as well as in a team
• An outstanding “just say yes” attitude
• An amazing sense of design
• Excellent organizational skills
• A desire to grow with the company
• An eye for detail
• The ability to take constructive criticism from clients in a professional manner

Required Experience

• 3+ Years Graphic Design Experience preferred

APPLICANTS WITH THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE WILL BE GIVEN PREFERENTIAL CONSIDERATION:

• Agency experience
• Experience in casino, retail and entertainment marketing
• Experience in digital and social media design
• Experience in advertising layout, print and/or outdoor signage
• Experience in video editing
• Experience designing for web/wordpress

PLEASE NOTE: InnoVision is a firm believer of promoting from within, which provides tremendous opportunity for your career advancement. We demonstrate this with the statement that every team member of InnoVision’s management team has advanced to their current positions of Directors and Vice Presidents through promotions.



Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

InnoVision Marketing Group

Job description

Key-Ads Outdoor Advertising – Creative Director Job Description:

Key-Ads is hiring a Creative Director to manage our creative department. Creative director will report directly to Key-Ads’ Vice President. Creative director will work with our local sales team to create exciting and memorable out of home campaigns throughout our coverage areas. The responsibilities include creating effective OOH campaigns, managing creative department and overseeing all creative related deliverables.

If you have 10+ years’ experience, have a positive attitude, are customer service oriented and enjoy working in a highly motivated office environment then we’re looking for you! This is a full-time and salaried position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• 10 years’ experience in graphic design or applicable advertising/media industries
• Management experience
• Must have project management experience
• Must be highly organized and creative
• Must be an excellent communicator
• Must be punctual
• Must be able to work well under pressure on multiple creative deadlines
• Be able to balance thinking big picture and maintaining attention to detail
• Be able to concept and visually express creative concepts without complete direct guidance
• Be able to build up basic ideas and take an idea to the next level
• Operates and is proficient in industry computer applications

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and actively participate in brainstorm sessions
• Accompany sales team on client meetings for brand/campaign discussions
• Proficient in presenting creative recommendations to clients
• Create campaigns that achieve customer goals
• Create billboard artwork for both traditional and digital campaigns
• Manage Digital Network
• Create Key-Ads collateral materials
• Represent Key-Ads at various public events/luncheons etc.
• Plans, lays-out and prepares artwork and presentations for inclusion in proposals
• Manages and directs the relationship between creative and sales team
• Supervises and manages junior creative staff members
• Follow the lead and direction from senior members of the team
• Oversee interviewing potential candidates for the Key-Ads creative department and discern whether or not they would be a positive addition to our team

• Key-Ads Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it values and respects the diverse cultures, experiences and backgrounds represented in our workforce. All employment decisions at Key-Ads, Inc., including recruiting, hiring, compensating, training, disciplining and promoting, are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, status as a disabled Vietnam Era veteran, or status in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

Key-Ads, Inc.