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Hi everyone, it’s Kristan. I am starting a period show taking place in the 1930’s to 1940’s and we will be building a core group of background artists, in addition to booking many other people.
Unfortunately, I do not have exact work dates at this time, but we need to start fitting people. I am going to give our date range and I can tell you that you would be scheduled to work often within that date range. For Core BG we will be carrying you for a period of time as well.
The only way I am going to take submissions for this is through email. Please read the casting description below before you submit please. Also, please only submit through the email address I give you, please do not use an alternate email addy nor should you call into the office. I want to make sure that I personally see every submission! Here is the casting notice:
Union & Non Union Men & Women to portray age 20’s to early 60’s. For right now, we have some size restrictions: Women must be size 28 waist or smaller, no larger than a 38 bust and no larger than a 10 shoe. Men should be size 38 waist or smaller and no larger than a 44 coat. NO VISIBLE TATTOOS IN SHORT SLEEVES FOR MEN & WOMEN. Also Men must be willing to get their hair cut and be clean shaven. We will have a couple people with mustaches, but not many. Women should have hair that is just at the shoulders or a tiny bit shorter is OK. Ladies, if you have almond shaped nails, that is fine. If not almond shaped, you cannot have artificial nails. Please no overly microbladed brows, no lash extensions that are super long, and hair needs to be either all one color or if it’s highlighted or balayaged, it needs to look like a natural color.
Covid test on Tues 7/19 and fit on Thursday 7/21. Shoots weekdays between August 8th thru December 15th.
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Covid test on Weds 7/20 and fit on Friday 7/22. Shoots weekdays between August 8th thru December 15th.
IMPORTANT: NEW BOOSTER REQUIREMENT FOR PEOPLE AGE 50 AND ABOVE, AND NEW VACCINE REQUIREMENT FOR MINORS AGE 6 MONTHS OR OLDER
This show has a mandatory vaccination policy for all Zone A workers, including Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other talent ages 6 months and above working on its set. According to the CDC, people age 50 and above are eligible for a second booster, and minors age 6 months and above are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, at this time. To be eligible to work on this production, you must be (1) either (a) fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine AND received a “Booster” if you are eligible for a Booster according to CDC guidelines (click here to check if you are eligible for Booster) (Also: if you received the AstraZeneca and Novavax vaccines, then three doses of any combination of Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, or Novavax vaccines would deem you Boosted) or (b) fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine but not yet Booster-eligible; or (2) have a medical disability or sincerely-held religious belief that prevents vaccination.
If you become booked, any offer of work is “conditioned” on you providing adequate proof to Production that you and/or your minor meets the criteria mentioned above. If you are unable to show adequate proof to Production, then you and/or your minor are ineligible to be hired for this Production.
If you answer “yes” to this message, then you are hereby attesting to the fact that you can and will provide such adequate proof to Production. If you are selected, Production will collect and verify your proof.
- We are looking for experienced soccer players for a TV show. Men and women, ages 18-early 20’s.
Local to Chicago and the Surrounding Suburbs and border states ONLY!
Casting Alert!
We are searching for UPSCALE MEN AND WOMEN, 20’s to 40’s all ethnicities, and 60’s African American, Latino, Middle Eastern, all ethnicities, with business suits for the men and upscale dresses for the women. These are paid, non-speaking extra roles. This will be for an OUTDOOR FUN EVENT SCENE that films for a two-day shoot on July 27th and July 28th. Please only send in one time and not multiple times. We will consider everyone!!
We are still casting for the “Pretty Woman”, and “prosecutor” and we haven’t reached out to anyone yet as we are waiting for the filming date.
FOR THE EVENT SCENE:
- You must be available for the two day commitment, attend a covid test on Monday July 25th (takes about one hour), and also be available for a possible wardrobe fitting (takes about two hours) the week before.
Carla Hool Casting is searching for transgender actresses for an upcoming series.
Shoot Dates: September 2022 – February 2023
Location: Spain
[KATE] character portrayed is a transgender woman, 18 – 25 years old.
- She is sarcastic, direct and has inherited her grandmother’s dark sense of humor. Kate is transgender. She began her transition at 15, when she dared to tell her parents and began taking hormones. Together with her mother and grandmother, they flee to Spain to hide because her father committed fraud using her name and now the law, and her creditors, are looking for her. Must speak English and Spanish. The character waws born in New York, so must speak English with an American accent.
Auditioning for this project is not a primise or a guarantee of employment.
NOW CASTING 7/21 & 7/22
Destination Casting is excited to announce we are accepting submissions for paid, stand ins, background and featured talent to work as local hires in the ATLANTA GA area!
NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING BACKGROUND TALENT…
1. HOLIDAY PARTY GUESTS & STAFF
- Any ethnicity FEMALES & MALES
- Ages: 18+
- MUST have winter/holiday attire!
- Work Date: 7/20
SUBJECT: RIC HOLIDAY PARTY
2. HOSPITAL NURSES, DOCTORS & PATIENTS
- Any ethnicity FEMALES or MALES
- Ages: 18+
- Work Date: 7/21
- SUBJECT: RIC HOSPITAL
- BG Rate: $130/12+ot
-Paid in the form of check via payroll company within 4-6 weeks
-Virtual voucher completed via Everyset
-Must have valid identification to work in the US
Shoot Dates: 7/20 or 7/21
-All dates subject to change
-Shoots can last -/+12hours
-Must have open availability as talent may work multiple days through 7/27
Shoot Location: Atlanta GA (area)
-Some locations may not be within perimeter or on Marta line
-Talent must be able to work as a local hire
-Exact locations will not be released until the day prior to shoot day
MANDATORY COVID-19 TESTING: 24 hours prior to work day!
-MUST test with Production prior to being allowed on set
CASTING CALL – REAL MOMS WITH THEIR BABY
Production Company: Futuristic Films
ROLES:
- Real Mom and Baby
- Ethnicity: Black
- Age Range: 25-35
- Baby age: 3-8 months
*This role is open to those without acting experience.
Shooting Schedule: One day shoot the week of July 18th, final dates to be determined.
Filming Location: Denver, CO
Compensation: Paid, to be discussed with Producer
Union Status: Non-union
THIS PROJECT IS MOVING VERY QUICKLY – AUDITION TAPES ARE DUE BY THURSDAY 7/14
Upcoming working: 8/8 & 8/9
We are looking for real couples
all ages
male/female
same sex — just all sorts of real couples — some very featured spots are possible
Casting Black Athletes for Black History Doc Series!
Specs:
- Seeking Black male boxers, basketball players, baseball players – age range 18-30 –
MUST play the sport
Non-Union
Pay Rate:
- $350/shoot day (all inc)
Audition:
Self tapes by request
Shoot Dates/Block: August 2 – 6
Location: Toronto
Deadline to apply: Monday July 18th @ 12pm
Do you want to inspire? Are you an enthusiastic self-starter? Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that rewards flexibility and creativity? If so, this is the PERFECT career opportunity for you! The NSAG Strategic Communications has an opening for a high-performing, creative professional with outstanding communication skills and a positive attitude. Multimedia Producers supporting NSAG will have the ability to shape communications from organizations and leaders to the NSAG workforce and Agency as a whole.Multimedia Producers will be responsible for a wide range of storytelling and corporate and strategic messaging by managing the development and production of, as well as steer, multimedia projects across the organization from their inception to their completion using technical and soft skills. They will create multimedia products that convey customers’ messages in support of their mission. They lead and/or contribute to graphic and/or video productions by participating in activities such as concept development, writing, audio/visual recording, editing, graphic design, typography, animation, and end product creation. They translate communication needs into effective end products, evaluate the effectiveness of those products, and disseminate products in the most appropriate medium. They work on activities across the organization and the agency.Relevant experience must be in at least two (and preferably more) of the following multimedia platforms (video editing, graphic design, photography, broadcasting & streaming, audio, animation) and include working on or producing large-scale multimedia projects. A portfolio of work will be requested. To be qualifying, the work must have involved visual or audial communication of information or the application of the principles of artistic design.The responsibilities of a Multimedia Producer include:- Analyzing corporate or customer requirements to develop, design, and deliver communication strategies or products- Conceptualizing, coordinating, and producing multimedia productions.- Developing and disseminating multimedia products, integrating text, computer graphics, conventional art, photographs, or other media.- Drafting storyboards for production and editing multimedia and video products.- Operating and/or maintaining multimedia equipment, systems, or networks.- Operating production equipment (for example, audio, video, projection, lighting, large format printers).- Recording live, staged, or scripted productions (for example, events, interviews) onto an electronic, magnetic, or file medium.- Using a camera and other photography equipment and tools to capture, process, and produce images in required media to include a vast array of lighting conditions to tell a visual story.- Applying guidelines for ensuring that information and/or materials are accessible for persons with disabilities.- Using basic office resources and equipment, such as e-mail, Web browsers, word processors, presentation graphic, and telecommunications equipment.- Utilizing techniques such as illustration, typography, large format printing, and the industry standard software: Adobe Creative Cloud design software (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Flash, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects).- Providing excellent customer relations and communication.- Demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment.
Job Summary
Communications personnel provide NSA with the means to build capacity through timely and effective tailored communications to inform, educate and inspire. Examples include building state-of-the-art websites and web applications for the Agency intranet, performing closed captioning at a live event, designing logos, publishing reports, and maintaining/safeguarding records.
Qualifications
- The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates’ education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.Degree must be in an Art, Design, or related creative field (e.g., Graphic Design, Communication Arts Technology, Web Design and Development, Media Arts, Film Studies, Visual Arts, 3D Animation, Industrial Design, Digital Video Production, Mass Communication, Marking, Radio, Television, and Film, Digital Photography, and Gaming Design).FULL PERFORMANCEEntry is with a Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Master’s degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered. Relevant experience must be in at least two of the following multimedia platforms: video editing, graphic design, photography, broadcasting & streaming, audio, animation, interactive/interface design, web design & development, and accessibility and usability analysis.
SENIOREntry is with a Bachelor’s degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience. A high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree plus 8 years of relevant experience may be considered. Relevant experience must be in at least two (and preferably more) of the following multimedia platforms (i.e. video editing, graphic design, photography, broadcasting & streaming, audio, animation, interactive/interface design, web design & development, and accessibility and usability analysis) and include working on or producing large-scale multimedia projects. Formal or informal leadership is required.
Competencies
The ideal candidate is a highly-motivated and qualified multimedia producer with excellent oral and written communication skills, a desire for continual learning, possesses problem-solving, analytic, and interpersonal skills, and is:detail-orientedcustomer and results orientedable to adjust to changing situational requirementsable to build relationships across the Agency and with external stakeholdersable to manage multiple tasks with competing timelines and deliverablesAdditional qualifications include an online portfolio showing recent examples of your multimedia work demonstrating your experience, skills, and creativity. Applicants without a current multimedia portfolio will not be considered.
Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee.Flexibility in work schedule is required to accommodate evenings, weekends, and short-notice events.Salary Range: $66,214 – $144,976 (Full Performance – Senior Level) GA
How to apply
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.Due to time sensitive communications regarding your application, please ensure your spam filters are configured to accept email from [email protected]. Please review the job posting thoroughly to ensure you meet the described qualifications and are aware of all associated requirements. To apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply’ button located at the top right of this posting. After completing the application for the first time, or reviewing previously entered information, and clicking the ‘Submit’ button, you will receive a confirmation email. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as job postings could close earlier than the closing date due to sufficient number of applicants, or the position is no longer available. You may be asked a series of questions depending on the position you apply for. Your responses will be used as part of the application screening process and will assist in determining your eligibility for the position. Be sure to showcase within your resume those experiences relevant to this position. Failure to provide the required information or providing inaccurate information will result in your application not being considered for this position. Only those applicants who meet all position qualifications, may be contacted to begin employment processing. Please remain diligent in monitoring email and your SPAM folder. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process where appropriate. Please visit our Diversity link for more information.This position is a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) position in the Excepted Service under 10 U.S.C. 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans’ Preference to eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are a veteran claiming veterans’ preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 U.S.C., you may be asked to submit documents verifying your eligibility.
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The role of the Post Production Coordinator is to support the production of news and documentary series including our flagship series Vice (Showtime) and Vice News Tonight, and other programs for broadcast on Vice’s own channel, Vice on TV, or distributed internationally for Vice World News. This involves coordinating all post production resources – including editors, assistant editors, archival, color and mix – for the successful delivery of broadcast and digital content on time and to the required specifications. It operates in a fast paced environment and requires excellent organizational skills, as well as the ability to adapt to the challenges of changing circumstances. Importantly, you should be passionate and strive to foster an environment that values creativity and collaborative working.
We are open to candidates in Los Angeles or the New York Metro Area.
Responsibilities:
- Assign and prioritize AE assignments such as footage prep, exports, cue sheets and deliverables prep on a day to day basis
- Producing and distributing weekly schedules will also be required
- Distributing and tracking rough cut and locked cut versions for legal, executive and network approval and then coordinating notes and feedback communication including tracking QC fixes with production and the client/network
- Oversee the on-time delivery of all network deliverables, including all documents, versioning, closed captions and media deliverables
- Staying detail oriented, multi-tasking and operating independently, while managing tight deadlines with a diplomatic and solution oriented approach
Qualifications
You have these:
- 2-4 years experience as a post-production coordinator in a Television and/or Digital Media environment
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Confidence to communicate across a diverse department
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and familiar with audio and color software
- Demonstrated proactive support skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of post-production workflow processes
- Knowledge of media formats and video codecs
- Eagerness to learn and be part of a team
- A passion for process and operations
Working at VICE:
We want to find people who believe in our mission and goals and feel inspired to grow while they’re here, rather than someone who checks the boxes but isn’t invested. We encourage you to apply and show us what you’ve got.
VICE Media Group prioritizes the voices, ideas and people that other media companies miss. We believe that innovation is a direct result of diverse, inclusive cultures so we don’t just “tolerate” differences, we celebrate it and see it as essential to our staff, culture, and business. To learn more read the VICE Guide to VICE.
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