Chicago Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Production Title: STARZ Power IV: Force

Job Description: Casting directors are now casting extra to work on scenes filming in Chicago, Illinois, on Friday, July 15th. Must be available to work from the said date. 

Role: Female Boxer

• Female
• All ethnicities
• Age range: 18 years old and above
• Must have boxing experience

Covid Test: July 14th, 2022 

Rate: Pay is $150/day + $60 for COVID Test

Covid Testing Rate: $60/4

*To be eligible to work on POWER IV: FORCE, the production requires that you verify that you are “Up To Date” (Fully vaccinated + booster shot completed if eligible for) on your COVID-19 vaccination. Please only submit yourself if you are fully vaccinated and willing to provide documentation of your vaccination status to our project’s health and safety department. 

“Up-to-date” means the following:

• A two-dose Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination series, and if eligible, a booster dose for those 5+ months past their second shot. Currently, the Pfizer booster is approved for everyone ages 12+.
• A two-dose Moderna COVID-19 vaccination series and, if eligible, a booster dose for those 5+ months past their second shot. Currently, the Moderna booster is approved for everyone ages 18 and up.
• A single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination, and if eligible, a booster dose for those who are 2+ months past their single dose. The Johnson & Johnson booster is approved for everyone ages 18 and up, but an mRNA booster is recommended in many cases.
• OR If you are not yet eligible for your booster shot, your vaccine status is considered up to date. You must obtain your booster promptly once you become eligible and submit validation that you received your booster dose.

Production Title: Snapped Ep. 3117 

Job Description: Casting directors are now casting actors to work on scenes filming in Knoxville, Tennessee, from Tuesday, July 5th to Wednesday, July 6th. Must be able to work from the said date. 

Role: Craig (Victim)

• White male
• Age Range: Early to mid-’40s.
• Must be okay with scripted violence and murder content.
• The victim was shot, prop gun will be pointed at the actor.

Covid Test: Not required

Rate: Pay is $150/day + Hotel

Production Title: Casting Call Notice 

Job Description: Casting directors are now casting dancers to work on scenes filming in Los Angeles, California, on Tuesday, July 5th. Must be able to work from the said date. 

Role: Dancers

Scene: 8th-grade prom.

• Asian
• Men and Women 45-75 years old
• who like to dance
• Submitting as a couple is best, but if you don’t mind being paired up with someone, that’s fine, too.
• You don’t have to be a great dancer. Production is just looking for a couple/or solo person who is not afraid to get on the dance floor.

Covid Test: Monday, July 4th, 2022 

Rate: Pay is $$

Production Title: Baby Wipes Commercial

Job Description: Casting directors are now casting babies to work on scenes filming in West Loop, Chicago, on Monday, July 11th. Must be able to work from the said date. 

Casting: Babies

• Age: Babies 2-6 months old
• All ethnicities

Covid Test: Not required 

Rate: Pay is $120 for 2 hours (guaranteed)

Rate: If your baby is used in the final ad, they get a BONUS of $1,500.00

Production Title: Nutritional Drink Commercial

Job Description: Casting directors are now casting actors to work on scenes filming in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on Thursday, July 14th. Must be able to work from the said date. 

Casting: Women 

• 30-60 years old
• All body types (including plus size)
• All ethnicities
• Must be local in Pittsburgh 

Covid Test: Not required 

Rate: Pay is $800/day 

Production Title: Phiphen Studios 

Job Location: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Job Description: Works with clients, producers, colorists, and engineers to execute workflows for various long and short-form projects.

Role: Online Editor

• The role would assist the company’s executives on all issues, especially office management, scheduling, travel and logistics, and cost reports.
• A candidate should be organized, an energetic, competent writer, and deeply interested in production and company management.
• At least one year of administrative experience is necessary.
• Must have access to a vehicle (car). 

Key Responsibilities

• Ingest client media for dailies transcode and archival
• Conform and occasionally color long and short-form projects from the camera negative and various sources.
• Work closely with operations to make sure all schedules and scope are accurate.
• Review and ensure that all elements meet technical requirements
• Work unsupervised and supervised with clients
• Able to handle essential VFX work: shadow removal, masking, split screens.
• Execute deliverables
• Communicate on progress and completion of each project. 
• Train on equipment upgrades and new procedures

Experience/Skill Required

• At least five years of experience is needed in a post-production finish environment.
• Understanding production and post-production techniques and terms such as file formats, codecs, workflows, and deliverables.
• Experience with LTO Archiving.
• Experience with HDR.
• Experience in conforming, color correction, finishing, and creating deliverables for long and short-form projects.
• Working knowledge of OSX, Resolve, Colorfront, Premiere, Avid, Final Cut, and After Effects.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work: 

• This position works standard business hours. At times may require long hours or weekend work.

COVID Requirement: (Yes / No) TBD

COVID Testing Date: TBD

Rate: $$

Production Title: Phiphen Studios 

Job Location: Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey

Job Description: Job Description: Overseas the execution of project upon arrival to the facility. Both long and short form. DI Producers collaborates with all staff members and managements to adjust workflows to deliver projects within deadline and budgets.

Role: DI Producer

• The role would assist the company’s executives on all issues, especially office management, scheduling, travel and logistics, and cost reports.
• A candidate should be organized, and energetic, competent writer, and deeply interested in production and company management.
• At least one year of administrative experience is necessary.
• Must have access to a vehicle (car). 

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with operations to make sure all schedules and scope are accurate.
• Supervise and coordinate transcodes, conforms, color correction, and final deliverables for multiple projects.
• Track and communicate progress and estimate/actualize reports to operations, studio, and production personnel.
• Build and maintain relationships with producers, directors, cinematographers, editors, and other client contacts to help source and close new projects.
• Work in a deadline-driven and team-based environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivated and excellent multi-tasking skills

Experience/Skill Required

• Understanding production and post-production techniques and terms such as file formats, codecs, workflows, and deliverables.
• A minimum of three years of experience is needed in a post-production environment.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work: 

• This position works standard business hours. At times may require long hours or weekend work.

COVID Requirement: (Yes / No) TBD

COVID Testing Date: TBD

Rate: $$

Production Title: Phiphen Studios Hiring Administartive Assistant

Job Location: New Jersey Area.

Job Description: Phiphen Pictures is an independently owned film and television production company looking to hire an administrative assistant to join the team this summer in New Jersey. 

Role: Administrative Assistant.

• The role would assist the company’s executives on all issues, especially office management, scheduling, travel and logistics, and cost reports.
• A candidate should be organized, and energetic, competent writer, and deeply interested in production and company management.
• At least one year of administrative experience is necessary.
• Must have access to a vehicle (car). 

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with operations to make sure all schedules and scope are accurate.
• Supervise and coordinate transcodes, conforms, color correction, and final deliverables for multiple projects.
• Track and communicate progress and estimate/actualize reports to operations, studio, and production personnel.
• Build and maintain relationships with producers, directors, cinematographers, editors, and other client contacts to help source and close new projects.
• Work in a deadline-driven and team-based environment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivated and excellent multi-tasking skills

Experience/Skill Required

• Understanding production and post-production techniques and terms such as file formats, codecs, workflows, and deliverables.
• A minimum of three years of experience is needed in a post-production environment.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work: 

• This position works standard business hours. At times may require long hours or weekend work.

COVID Requirement: (Yes / No) TBD

COVID Testing Date: TBD

Rate: $$$

Elements Studio is searching for a Senior Video Producer to join our Team of Creative Professionals in High Point, North Carolina.

The heartbeat of any production; Elements Producers spearhead a wide variety of video projects – ensuring they are creative, efficient, profitable, and safe – delivered on budget and on time. The ideal candidate has a dynamic portfolio of projects that demonstrate top-notch producing work in a variety of formats and styles. Sharpened video production acumen, a drive for success, and a passion for improving process are essential in this role. As a Senior Video Producer, you will focus on our medium and high-scoped projects from creative inception to completion – delivering projects that support our client’s and the studio’s business goals.

WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH

* Produce impactful videos that engage key audiences – and have fun doing it!

* Manage project schedules, resources, crews, and budgets from the conceptualization stage through final edit.

* Establish strong partnership with our clients, resources, and crews to help conceive and execute a wide-range of video projects.

* Collaborate with key studio partners to ensure successful execution throughout the all phases of the project.

* Methodically assess and resolve logistical and creative obstacles throughout a project’s life.

* Uphold a high standard of production and continuity between multiple projects.

* Actively maintain expertise in the latest technology trends, techniques, and tools related to film and video production.

This is not an entry-level position. Starting pay based on skill/experience – with room to grow. If you have a true Passion for the Film/Video Medium, are fun to work with, and like to keep the drama in front of the camera (not behind it) – please apply. Serious applicants only.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

* 8+ years producing experience in film, commercial, media production, or related field or equivalent at a production company, studio, or creative agency

* A strong portfolio of successful, high-quality videos, commercials, television shows, films…etc.

* A strong knowledge of all aspects of the filmmaking process

* The proven ability to effectively lead internal and external production teams

* An expert communicator and planner with a proven record of project successes

* An understanding of what makes content engaging and successful across channels and key audiences

* Passion for keeping up with trends across all types of media associated with film, video, commercials, web, digital and social media

* Excellent proficiency in: Mac OSX, Microsoft Office 360, The Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat Reader, and production related softwares (Movie Magic Budgeting…etc.)

* The ability to package and present projects in an inspiring manner

* Clear and concise communicator displaying strong organization and collaboration skills

* Demonstrates an awareness and sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals and stakeholders from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and orientations

* Comfortable in a fast-paced hyper-growth environment

* Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as the need arises

BONUS POINTS

* A solid network of agencies, clients, crew, and collaborates is highly desirable – along with demonstrated ability to source quality crew members in all three phases of the video production process.

* Experience and understanding of the lifecycle and placement of videos in New Media

ABOUT ELEMENTS STUDIO

Elements is an award-winning, full-service video & photography studio with production facilities located in High Point, North Carolina. We are confident and professional artists making an impact for our clients through the creation of top-tier creative content.

Elements serves a diverse client base – fulfilling their marketing & storytelling needs through the creation of innovative still & motion content. Working directly with clients or their agencies – we cover local, regional, national, & international markets.

Elements’ Digital Video Production Team is pushing the boundaries for video & television innovation & creativity at a time when the industry is rapidly changing. Boasting a wide range of work in the Lifestyle, Entertainment, Corporate, Gaming, Automotive, Travel, Virtual Reality, & Experimental genres – Elements has collaborated with brands such as Volvo, GE, Disney, Truist, Wrangler, Boys & Girls Clubs, Big Rock Sports, Daimler Trucks North America, and many more…

Elements operates out of a 22,000 sq. ft. facility boasting three large production stages, cyclorama, & green screen. We are set up to film on-location all over the World utilizing our extensive network of creative and supporting production staff.

For more information check out www.elements-studio.net. You can view more of our completed works, as well as behind-the-scenes of Elements in action.

Elements Studio

TITLE: Sr. Post Production Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Head of Post Production

LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA

COMPANY: Media Res Studio www.mediares.studio

Media Res Studio seeks a Post-Production Coordinator to join our team. This position will work directly with the Head of Post-Production, having an understanding of Post workflows is essential.

About Media Res:

MEDIA RES STUDIO develops, produces and finances premium content for global markets in partnership with world-class creative artists, networks and streaming services. Founded by Michael Ellenberg, the company’s current slate includes the second season of the award-winning “The Morning Show,” starring and executive produced by Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston, and also starring Steve Carrell, on Apple TV+. Other projects in production and development include Pachinko,” based on the beloved international bestseller, and climate change anthology series “Extrapolations” from Scott Z. Burns, all for Apple TV+, as well as “Scenes from a Marriage,” based on the classic Ingmar Bergman film, starring Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac, for HBO, and “I’m a Virgo,” written and directed by Boots Riley, starring Jharrel Jerome, set at Amazon. Media Res offices are based in Hollywood.

The ideal candidate must be self- motivated, be able to multi-task, possess great attention to detail, maintain a great attitude and be passionate about Post! A minimum of at least 2 years experience working within Post Production is required.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Professionally represent Media Res with crew, executives, and external partners

• Proactively anticipate departmental needs and address them accordingly

• Organize show specific post calendars and trackers across the studio and productions

• Liaise with Media Res Execs and show Post teams to help facilitate Scenechronize, PIX, and Moxion requests

• Support Studio and show teams in managing cuts distribution lists

• Collect vendor bids, both show specific and general to help build post template budgets

• Drafting and revising all internal and external post guides, archival guides, delivery checklists, and any other post-related documents on a regular basis

• Onboarding external post teams and running post guide kick off meetings

• Oversight of day-to-operations of the external post teams related to dailies, cuts, post finishing, and final delivery

• Ensure all show teams are following proper content security protocols for both the Studio and the Network

• Help manage post production accounting processes (PO’s, billing, invoices, cost reports)

• Organizing internal and external BOX folders and company-related applications

• Collecting all essential and non-essential paperwork deliverables, reviewing the documents for accuracy, and then posting to the appropriate final delivery location, depending on the network

• Generating script breakdowns across all productions in order to anticipate any post and VFX related needs

• Facilitate communication with Media Res, networks, and crew by answering appropriate questions and coordinating the delivery of materials in a timely manner, per show

• Editorial/ preview screenings memos and tech checks

• Ownership of the storage and final archival process (digital & physical)

• Complete special studio or departmental projects as needed or requested.

• Help in the creation and implementation of new departmental processes and procedures

• Oversee all COVID policies & procedures for the department and work with Networks to ensure we are following any specific guidelines needed

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in Post Production as a freelance Post Production Supervisor or 2 years of experience working at a studio/ network as a Post Coordinator

• Must have the ability to work on multiple shows simultaneously

• Must have an understanding of current Post Production workflows

• Preferred knowledge and experience working with Scenechronize, PIX, and Moxion

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Box, and Airtable

• Be self-motivated and proactive with the capacity to work independently

• Must be passionate about post-production with a personal goal of growing within the department and industry

• Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible and pivot when needed

• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrate professionalism and ability to maintain highest level of confidentiality

Media Res Studio is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age etc. Media Res Studio is extremely committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage all candidates who meet the basic requirements to apply!

Media Res Studio