Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Primary Job Purpose:

To deliver location based entertainment projects to customers, on time, to budget and quality through effective resource optimisation and the application of robust project and account management.

The role involves:

1. Liaising directly with customers and technical teams at all levels of seniority
2. Managing projects and programmes of work in the US and globally, ranging from small- to large, multi-million dollar scopes
3. Delivering projects such as design and installation of software and complex AV to support park wide initiatives

Responsibilities:

Project Management:

1. Delivery of projects
2. Identifying and managing dependencies which may affect the success of the project, including 3rd party activities
3. Establishing and agreeing baseline project scope, budget and timescales
4. Identifying and managing project RAID criteria
5. Assigning, controlling, leading and motivating all project resources
6. Managing sponsor and other stakeholder expectations through regular reporting, communication and an effective project audit trail
7. Scheduling, tracking, and generating invoices for projects.

People Management:

1. Matrix managing a highly skilled project team to deliver the project
2. Planning and managing the deployment of resources to meet project milestones
3. Setting achievable objectives, taking responsibility for decisions and for providing constructive feedback
4. Communicating difficult or sensitive information tactfully to colleagues and clients.

Technical Understanding:

1. Understand themed entertainment, location based entertainment, mobile app development, and game development
2. Maintaining an awareness of new and emerging software and technologies and the potential application on client engagements
3. Experience working with project planning tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, 10,000ft, JIRA, etc.

About You:

• Industry certifications such as PMP, ScrumMaster, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP, etc. preferred
• Experience of having managed themed entertainment projects end to end, with full budget responsibility
• Happy to travel, in the US and on long haul trips
• Experience working with international teams across borders (both internally and client-side) would be great.
• The role is based in Orlando, Florida, you must have the right to live and work in the USA. For this role you must live within commuting distance of the Holovis office.

Holovis

• Manager, Metadata & Taxonomy – Content Licensing

• The Manager, Metadata & Taxonomy is responsible for strategically designing and maintaining metadata models for digital assets governed by the Content Licensing group, working with both internal and external stakeholders to manage and optimize workflows for metadata tagging and client deliverables. A person in this role must operate at the intersection of information science, post-production, digital asset management, and content licensing. This role involves managing relationships with content marketing groups, balancing their customer service needs with the company’s metadata creation and collection goals. This person must be a self-starter, but willing and eager to collaborate with others. This person should believe in the power of metadata and want to share this knowledge with others. The Manager, Metadata & Taxonomy must be detail-oriented, agile, creative, and able to synthesize information from many sources. Metadata models will change over time and the Manager should be willing to disrupt the status quo, inspiring others to do the same.
• Responsibilities include:

• Identify strategic metadata opportunities for the Content Licensing business and for the broader studio as it relates to the curation of time-based metadata and clip re-use across all lines of business.
• Drive strategic decision making and implementation related to metadata creation, acquisition, and modeling
• Design, build, and maintain metadata models and schemas in support of Content Licensing and its related activities across the studio
• Audit metadata to ensure adherence to standards and identify new opportunities
• Use SQL and other query languages to standardize inconsistent or incomplete metadata, as well as perform analysis that influences metadata strategy
• Develop and improve workflows for metadata tagging and client deliverables (video clips/still images)
• Lead training for metadata tagging processes and the creation of metadata deliverables
• Document workflows, metadata models, and standards
• Evaluate new AI/machine learning technologies and project manage their integration with existing systems
• Map metadata between systems to support data initiatives and increase efficiency
• Onboard new content partners, provide training, and develop custom metadata schemas as required
• Oversee the operation of and serve as the internal public face for SPCL’s Village Well, a first-of-its-kind metadata repository describing longform studio assets with AI and human-generated time-based metadata
• Manage Village Well content partner relationships
• Query and analyze search data to support strategic metadata decisions
• Create reports to track project status
• Maintain familiarity with new technologies and other developments in the entertainment industry as they relate to metadata creation, collection, or modeling
• Support content review for ad-supported licensing models, making recommendations based on deep knowledge of rights and clearances
• Review and flag content for compliance issues
• Advocate to improve content discoverability and user experience through innovative metadata models
• Experience:
• 5+ years of direct experience within the following areas:

• metadata, including taxonomies, ontologies, metadata standards, metadata management, data extraction & transformation, and digital asset management (DAM)
• content licensing, including film clips, photography, stock footage, VFX elements, license administration, rights and clearances, CRM systems, sales, and customer service
• post-production, including knowledge of traditional (i.e. film-based) as well as current (i.e digital) post-production workflows, telecine, color-grading, editing, VFX, encoding/transcoding, and delivery formats
• personnel management, including supervision, scheduling, training, evaluation, and development
• Knowledge, skills, and abilities required:

• Strong understanding of metadata, taxonomies, and ontologies
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Adept research and problem-solving skills
• Deep knowledge of the studio’s catalog and the stock footage library
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Sound analytical skills (both qualitative & quantitative)
• Understanding of rights and clearances
• Understanding of compliance standards and practices
• Able to build rapport with clients, partners and cross-functional teams
• Decisive & effective problem-solving ability with a strategic mindset
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills
• Master’s degree in Library or Information Science preferred
• *Sony Pictures Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Sony Pictures Entertainment

Background

Location: Chicago, IL (303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200)

Type: Full-time, permanent position

Division: Strategic Partnerships

Reports to: EVP, Assets & Properties

Overview

Intersport, a leader in sports, entertainment, and lifestyle marketing and media for more than three decades, provides expertise in the areas of:

• Agency Services: brand consulting, creative, content production, digital, experiential marketing, field marketing, hospitality, social media marketing, and sponsorship consulting
• Properties – owned-and-operated live sports and lifestyle events and media assets airing on broadcast and digital networks

Responsibilities

The Director, Strategic Partnerships will be responsible for generating sponsorship and media sales revenue in support of a municipal marketing client. This client is a city in the Chicagoland area that offers a breadth of brand marketing opportunities across its portfolio of sponsorable assets including:

• An 18,000+ capacity indoor sports and entertainment arena
• A concert hall for live music, theater and entertainment
• A mass-transit integrated convention center
• A mixed-use general entertainment district

The right candidate will have proven success in sponsorship and/or media sales, relationships with key clients nationally and in the Chicagoland area, and the ability to create new relationships among buyers. The right candidate must possess a consultative selling approach and be able to detail success in having sold six, and seven-figure sponsorship agreements.

Responsibilities

General

• Embody and reflect Intersport’s performance-based culture
• Commit him/herself to the highest standards of executional excellence

Business Development

• Prospect, pitch, and close six-, seven-figure sponsorship and media agreements with clients and agencies nationally

Client Management and Communication

• Provide anticipatory and responsive customer service to clients/sponsors/advertisers, both those existing and newly signed

Team Management

• Work collaboratively with all members of integrated team
• Manage, train, and mentor junior-level staff in sales support and partner servicing roles

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of six (6) years’ full-time experience in sponsorship and/or media sales
• Strong understanding of the sales process with a passion for pitching and closing new business
• Ability to detail a history of having sold numerous six-, and seven-figure sponsorship and/or media sales agreements
• Current key relationships with sponsorship and/or media buyers at clients and agencies nationally
• Ability to develop new relationships with sponsorship and/or media buyers
• Experience managing, training, and mentoring junior-level staff
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills with high-level presentation ability
• Flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively in an entrepreneurial environment
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel

Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Intersport

Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Media Operations Manager to join our client in Los Angeles, CA for a hybrid opportunity! The Media Operations Manager is primarily responsible for fostering collaboration and ensuring efficient workflow between the production and sales departments. Additionally, the manager will be responsible for interacting directly with vendors and clients, while also demonstrating excellent leadership and management skills. This exciting Direct-Hire opportunity is offering up to $150,000/year!

Responsibilities of the Media Operations Manager include:

• Collaborate with the production and sales departments to streamline operations and
• ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Develop and implement operational strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize productivity and efficiency.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of multimedia events, including conferences, trade shows, and industry-specific gatherings.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and freelancers to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of media projects and services.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients, providing exceptional customer service and
• identifying opportunities for upselling and cross-selling.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the entertainment industry,
• leveraging industry knowledge and contacts.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, analyzing data and providing actionable insights to inform decision-making.
• Manage the budget for media operations, ensuring effective resource allocation and cost control.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to a team of media professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Qualifications of the Media Operations Manager include:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., media studies, communications, marketing, business administration) or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in media operations, preferably within the entertainment industry.
• Strong knowledge of multimedia production processes, including publications, websites, digital marketing, and events.
• Excellent leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, with an attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to engage with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in analyzing data and generating reports to drive informed decision-making.
• Flexibility to work remotely or from our offices in West Los Angeles, as required.
• A passion for the film and television industry and a deep understanding of its trends and dynamics.

Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) has been a leading provider of contract, temporary, temporary-hire & direct hire solutions. We began as a staffing agency and evolved to a national provider of workforce management solutions with a niche recruitment focus in Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, & Information Technology. To learn more about CSS, visit our website: www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

Contemporary Staffing Solutions

Become one of the stars behind The SHOW and become part of the world’s most powerful entertainment brands. Our Company has one exciting mission: To entertain the human race.

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

It is the primary responsibility of the Director of Cage Operations to provide overall strategic direction and daily oversite for the Casino Cage, Satellite Bank, MGM Rewards, Count Room, Casino, and Credit, R/S Cashiering. Ensure financial transaction are recorded within company policy and regulation guidelines. Control Labor costs and ensure budgeting guidelines are followed. All duties are to be performed in accordance with department and property policies, practices, and procedures. Areas of responsibility are applicable based on the properties structure.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and oversee the execution of company and property objectives and goals as they related to the Cage, Credit, Count Room departments and MGM Rewards.
• Direct smooth, efficient, cost‐effective operations; including labor management, supervision of all aspects of services and inventory control; overseeing staffing levels in accordance with business demand, create adjustments whenever possible.
• Oversee staff knowledge of fraud prevention and credit scams.
• Oversee quality hiring, training and succession planning processes that encompass the company’s diversity commitment.
• Direct operational functions consistent with the strategic plan and vision of MGM Resorts International.
• Lead the delivery and measurement of guest services consistent with the Company’s core service standards and brand attributes.
• Provide input into the research, development, evaluation and implementation of new products, services, technology, and processes to ensure the company’s competitive position.
• Create a work environment that promotes teamwork, performance feedback, recognition, mutual respect and employee satisfaction.
• Work with casino executives, hosts and Credit department for the benefit of customers.
• Oversee guest service standards that are consistent with the property’s standards and brand attributes; respond to and resolve guest and/or employee complaints in a timely manner and creatively solve problems with the ability to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, and resolve potential difficulties.
• Develop employee‐training procedures relating to supervising, cashiering and clerks. Perform other job‐related duties as requested.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or equivalent work experience
• (4) years Casino Cage Management

PREFERRED:

• (7) Years previous experience working in a similar resort setting
• Previous project management experience
• Experience with lean/continuous improvement

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Gaming License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of Treasury, Title 31, GCB, and internal control requirements. Strong knowledge of all Cage areas and Casino Cage systems
• Strong knowledge and understanding of fraud prevention and credit scams Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Excellent Customer service skills Ability to lead and mentor a team
• Have interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts. Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Able to effectively communicate in English in both written and oral forms.

MGM Resorts International

a21 is seeking an organized, team player with a passion for the events industry to join our Miami office! The ideal candidate has a background in chef relations, strong communication skills, both oral and written, is able to adapt on the fly, prioritize and juggle multiple projects simultaneously. The position offers tremendous growth opportunities within a full service event management, sponsorship and marketing agency that specializes in culinary, arts, sports and entertainment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work alongside VP of Event Operations to develop systems and processes that ensure events are valuable to guests and partners, efficiently planned, and executed on budget and in a timely manner. 
• Help hire, train, and lead the Event Operations team. This includes but is not limited to; hosting one on one meetings, participating in internal event calls, advising on vendor selection, approving vendor quotes and event budgets, troubleshooting floorplans, holding the team accountable to timelines, advising on proper permitting needs per event, and coaching the team on best practices for on-site leadership.    
• Facilitate pre-event production and logistics for assigned events including but not limited to, selecting venues, communicating vital information with vendors, partners and the a21 team, leading client calls, negotiating with vendors, updating budgets, developing floorplans, and approving signage.  
• Lead on-site event setup and day of execution for assigned events. Including leading volunteers and setup crews, checking in deliveries, coordinating vendor load in and load out, hanging signage, running registration, and managing event talent.  
• Travel to select events to support the event team while noting areas of success and improvement and provide on-site coaching as needed. 
• Assist VP of Event Operations to understand planning status of all events and provide stakeholders with post-event recaps.  

*Must submit cover letter when applying

Skills + Qualifications Needed

• Excellent Written & Oral Communication
• Organizational
• Creative & Innovative
• Relationship building
• Budget and Project Management Skills
• Ability to accomplish projects independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a high level of professionalism
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time in extreme weather conditions
• Flexibility to travel throughout the year (up to 40% including some nights and weekends)
• Experience with Allseated, SquadUp, Monday.com, Eventbrite, Excel, Expensify, and Outlook are a plus

Desired Experience

• 5+ years managing client/vendor relationships or direct reports
• 5+ years of culinary experience working with chefs and talent
• 5+ years coordinating meetings and/or events (500+ guests is a plus)
• Experience in foodservice, hospitality or entertainment industry
• Office administration, operations, marketing and/or sales experience is beneficial
• Education: Associates Degree required, Bachelor’s degree is a plus

About the a21 Family

Based in Miami and New York City, a21 is a modern agency that specializes in Corporate Sponsorship Sales and Activation, Event Management, Strategic Marketing and Corporate Consulting. Our unique and creative approach with a results-driven framework makes us one of the top event marketing agencies in the U.S. As part of our team you will have access to benefits such as:

• Outstanding Health + Dental benefits
• Competitive PTO plan
• Hybrid remote/on-site work plan
• 401k and More

a21

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client, a video game company, is seeking a Program Manager II to join the Player Platform Team.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and scope cross team projects within Player Platform.

• Plan and scope the end-to-end platform integration path for each game developer on the platform.

• Build and adjust all integration milestones per customer, including kickoff meetings, working agreements, and follow-up commitments

• Design systems for improving the feedback loop between teams, game and platform.

• Standardize communications best practices, nomenclature, and tools between platform teams and their customers.

• Plan, scope, and provide long-term, sustainable customer management support between platform teams and game developers.

• Assess, escalate, and document emergent customer issues, identifying and improving on process pain points and inefficiencies.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional experience in the project management craft for large-scale software products utilizing different crafts and disciplines whilst serving a global audience.

• Experience managing product goals across multiple teams.

• Experience with iterative development methodologies like Scrum & Agile, and have used supporting software (i.e.: JIRA)

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience working on a variety of software products in the gaming and entertainment space

• Knowledgeable about the gaming industry including newest trends and events

Pay Range: $65/hr W2 – $76/hr W2

Onward Play

Company Description

Rose City Bowl (“The Rose Bowl”) opened in September 1961 as a traditional bowling alley. It has been transformed into an attractive family entertainment center with 28 sanctioned lanes, HyperBowling (found nowhere else in Indiana), a modern arcade, a full bar and restaurant. A major renovation is nearing completion.

Guests love “Henry County’s funnest place to be” and five-star reviews are abundant. The business has grown significantly over the past several years, despite the pandemic. However, it is underperforming in several areas compared to industry averages; growth opportunities abound as proven by recent marketing campaigns and analyses.

Position

Bowling Center General Manager

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a General Manager located in New Castle, IN. The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing all operations of Rose City Bowl Incorporated including managing finances, supervising employees, and ensuring guest satisfaction.

The company needs a strong leader who understands marketing and guest service and who is experienced in attracting and developing outstanding employees who consistently perform to high standards.

As an entertainment establishment, most of our business is transacted during evenings and weekends. While you are not expected to be on duty during all of those hours, it should be understood that this is not a “9-5” position; in your role as General Manager, you will need to work some evenings and weekends and must develop assistant managers who, together with you, can provide leadership and oversight to our staff at all times the business is open.

Job Summary

Grow revenue and profit; develop and oversee effective marketing plans and procedures, establish and achieve business plans; meet financial objectives; control purchasing and inventory; maintain operations to company standards; ensure guest satisfaction at all times; establish and accomplish human resource objectives; maintain a safe and secure facility and a healthy work environment; maintain professional and technical knowledge; accomplish company goals; secure and protect Company assets including products, facilities, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Achieve revenue goals, and cost of sales, EBITDA, and payroll targets throughout the financial year.

• Develop and oversee an effective marketing program for open bowling, birthday parties, corporate events, school programs, fundraisers, league bowling, and tournaments.

• Maintain facility appearance and structure to company standards.

• Make effective decisions by analyzing information and considering priorities.

• Receive successful results on secret shopper scores.

• Build and leverage strong, lasting relationships with people inside and outside of the business.

• Recruit, hire, coach, train and continually develop all staff members.

• Implement and oversee effective employee education and development programs.

• Ensure that all employees receive meaningful performance reviews at least annually.

• Hold yourself and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely results.

• Develop long-term strategies to competitively position the company.

• Be responsive and empathetic to guest needs. Maintain guest focus while driving improvement and innovation.

• Skillfully analyze and measure costs of products and services and cost objectives.

• Always represent the company in a professional manner. 

• Skillfully analyze and summarize information for budgeting revenues and expenses. 

• Develop, write, and implement policies for effective and efficient business operations.

• Establish financial goals and manage budgets to maximize profit.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in management, finance, and customer service

• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage and lead a team

• Excellent communication and guest-service skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and simultaneously handle multiple tasks 

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and social media platforms

Reports to

Owner

Manages

All Bowling Center employees.

Rose City Bowl, INC

Onward Search needs a Technical Program Manager / Scrum Lead (Business Operation Organization) for one of our entertainment customers working a hybrid schedule in Santa Monica, CA.

** Onward Search is unable to support Corp-to-Corp arrangements at this time. **

Job Description:

In this role, you will be actively engaged in the day-to-day hands-on management of team activities, backlogs, and roadmaps for technology initiatives. You’ll employ Agile and Scrum practices to guide the development team in achieving timely deliverables. Your responsibilities will extend to scheduling upcoming work, maintaining a balanced team focus, and collaborating across various technical teams and Product groups. This collaborative effort is essential to ensure the effective delivery, testing, and deployment of multifaceted business solutions.

Qualifications:

• Over 5 years of hands-on experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies for software application development, demonstrating effective leadership as a Scrum Lead.
• More than 5 years of proven expertise in overseeing formal application software development projects.
• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is a requirement.
• Possession of CSM or PMP certification would be advantageous.
• Thorough familiarity with the software development life cycle, with specialized experience in Content Management Systems (CMS) and the Content Management Supply Chain domain.
• Proficiency with project management tools pertinent to the business/project context.
• Expertise in Agile and Scaled-Agile Management methods and processes.

Onward Search

Valley Children’s Hospital is seeking an experienced Manager for its Pediatric Operating Room. Valley Children’s maintains a family-like atmosphere to more than 3,000 employees and recognizes that employees play an important role in the success of the entire organization, so employees and their families are rewarded with robust benefits.

The hospital’s main campus sits in the heart of one of the most beautiful states in the nation, just a short drive from three national parks and your choice of California coastline beaches. No matter your interest, you will have many opportunities for recreation, arts, entertainment, and more.

Valley Children’s Operating Room sees a number of surgical cases that include complex plastic surgery, neurosurgery, cardiovascular surgery, ophthalmology, ENT, orthopaedics and urology.

Position Details and Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the overall supervision of direct and indirect care of patients and families
• Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of customer service, based on the family-centered care model
• Manages human resources including performance and staff development
• Manages department performance evaluation activities and facilitates on-going improvements to performance and safety

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or related field required, Master’s degree preferred and either Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree must be in nursing.
• Active California RN License required
• Minimum of 1 year management experience required
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience required, one year of which shall have been in pediatric critical care nursing
• Minimum 5 years increasingly responsible experience which demonstrates proficiency in the skills and knowledge required to perform the job

Position details: Full Time, Exempt level position

Valley Children’s Healthcare