Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Talent Agent Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION
Talent Agent Assistant Position in a Talent Agency!
Trisko Talent Management Inc. is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic professional for an Assistant position. This is an exciting full-time position for someone looking to join a close-knit team of individuals, working in the fields of Film, Television, Commercials and Mocap. Working directly with one of the agents, you will be responsible for commercial submissions, scheduling auditions, sending script materials to actors, editing and uploading self-tapes, maintaining and organizing databases and spreadsheets, document control, and providing general administrative and support for the team.

The ideal candidate is:

• detail oriented
  
• efficient & exceptionally organized
  
• outgoing & personable
  
• calm under pressure
  
• has excellent phone etiquette
  
• able to work independently
  
• able to multi-task & time manage
  
• able to communicate clearly (both oral and written)
  
• able to deal with various personalities
  
• able to think outside of the box
  
• able to maintain and handle confidential information with discretion
  
• excellent customer service
  
• able to work remotely from home when required

Desired Skills & Experience

• 1 + years experience in an administrative role is mandatory
  
•  experience using MAC computers
  
• proficient in Microsoft Office (word, excel, outlook)
  
• knowledge in iMovie and Adobe Photoshop an asset
  
•  knowledge in accounting and general bookkeeping an asset
  
•  previous experience in the industry is an asset but not mandatory

Applicants must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, continuously changing environment and have excellent organizational skills. They will be a team player with a friendly, upbeat, pleasant manner. An ability to adjust while maintaining order is essential.
Access to a computer and internet outside the office is imperative.

The office hours will be Monday-Friday 10:00 to 6:00pm, however, some after hour work may be required.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send your cover letter and resume to this indeed posting. 

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Restaurant Commercial Casting Call for Kid Patrons

Work Dates: 1/10/&OR/ 1/11/ 2023

-Shoot can last -/+12 hours /Must have open availability/ Dates subject to change

Location: Fairburn GA, area

-Must have reliable transportation. Location may be outside of the perimeter. 

Rate: $250/10+ OT

-non-union/full buyout/worldwide/in perpetuity/All media

MANDATORY COVID TESTING: Monday, 1/19 in Atlanta GA + $75

Now Casting the following background talent.

Kid Patrons

• Appears ages: 8-15
• Any ethnicities
• Male and Female
• *Minors msut have GA DOL certificate

Must be abale to give great energy and facials

Restaurant Commercial Casting Call for Adult Patrons

Work Dates: 1/10/&OR/ 1/11/ 2023

-Shoot can last -/+12 hours /Must have open availability/ Dates subject to change

Location: Fairburn GA, area

-Must have reliable transportation. Location may be outside of the perimeter. 

Rate: $250/10+ OT

-non-union/full buyout/worldwide/in perpetuity/All media

MANDATORY COVID TESTING: Monday, 1/19 in Atlanta GA + $75

Now Casting the following background talent.

Adult Patrons

• Appears Ages: 25-60
• Any ethncity
• Male and Females
• Everyday looks, shapes and sizes

Must be abale to give great energy and facials

$400/Day Casting Call for People with Authentic Irish Accents

Boston Casting is seeking: 

People with Authentic Irish Accent for Commercial Project

Ages: 25-55

Non-Union

Pays: $400

Shoots: January 26

Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.

Job Description

The Director of Content Operations oversees the content fulfillment needs of linear and non-linear platforms. He/she will identify and implement best practices for operational success and optimal execution of content strategy set forth by the Hispanic Streaming Group, Entertainment, News, and Specials divisions for Telemundo, Universo, Peacock, Xumo, among others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise fulfillment plans to ensure deliverables are on schedule and on budget. Collaborate and work closely with Production Management, Content Strategy, and Technical Operations to complete the organization’s goals of delivering the best content and meeting and exceeding our viewers’ expectations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for our operating centers on program delivery and broadcast-related matters.
• Serve as a strategic partner to identify and resolve content fulfillment issues (including issues relating to the delivery of assets and all its components).
• Create and sustain SOPs and business rules for practical system input and reporting.
• Maintain transparency and active communication with all key stakeholders throughout the delivery process.
• Escalate risks or delays to management and develop and communicate alternative solutions.
• Manage and develop direct reports.
• Works under the direct supervision of the VP, of Content Operations & Partnerships and is responsible for completing any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• College degree in Communications or related field
• 10+ years of related experience in operations, logistics and fulfillment
• Knowledge of streaming, on-demand platforms terminology and its overall functionality
• Demonstrated decision making capabilities including problem solving approaches
• Advanced ability to manage multiple priorities with aggressive timelines; comfortable performing in a fast paced, dynamic business environment
• Excellent quantitative and analytical abilities
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Fluent in Office programs with particular emphasis in Excel, PPT & Visio
• Ability to lead collaborative meetings which result in clear, documented outcomes, a concrete understanding of ongoing management and follow-up for action items
• Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong written and verbal communication skills

Desired Characteristics

• A self-starter, able to multitask and work in a fast paced, dead-line driven environment
• The ideal candidate will have passion, creativity, and strong organizational skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Proven ability to manage, coach, and develop others
• Ability to inspire trust and influence management
• Demonstrated ability to work with broad parameters in complex situation
• PMP training and certification a plus

Additional Information

NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
NBCUniversal

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.

Job Purpose:

The Manager role serves as a primary contact for the NBCU Cable Entertainment Marketing department providing audience insights and collaborating on multi-platform program analysis. This New York based role will contribute to marketing attribution projects and create sizing/demo profiling of key campaign targets. This role is part of the larger Cross-Platform Insights & Analytics group, which provides program performance tracking, forecasting, business and brand strategy, portfolio optimization, and all forms of research-based guidance to functional areas across the NBC six Cable Entertainment brands (Bravo, E!, Oxygen, SYFY, USA and Universal Kids).

Essential Responsibilities:

• Conceive and execute analytics strategy for marketing performance measurement, managing partnership with various marketing attribution vendors and leveraging third-party and first-party datasets to determine optimal multi-platform media strategy for NBCU Cable Entertainment Networks
• Work with brand strategy and media teams to identify and quantify audience targets for priority series campaigns, surface insights and collaborate on data-informed audience strategies
• Support the processing and reporting of on-air, cross-channel, paid and digital promotion data
• Partner with Information Technology, Measurement Strategy and Decision Sciences teams to develop advanced cross-portfolio data solutions
• Support broader Cross Platform Insights & Analytics team in analysis of multi-platform program performance and landscape trends (including TV screen usage, device adoption and growth, new and emerging services and technologies)
• Help contribute to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture at NBCU

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of experience focusing on analytics for an entertainment, technology or marketing performance company
• Well-versed working with Nielsen measurement and systems
• Experience working with external vendors and managing project timelines, particularly involving marketing attribution and/or tune-in measurement
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all staff levels, providing research and data insights both verbally and in writing
• Experience with data visualization tools (specifically Tableau) and a passion for storytelling using data
• Familiarity with fundamental media principles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (including VBA/macros) and PowerPoint

Salary Range: $85,000 – $110,000 (Bonus Eligible)

NBCUniversal