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Spectrum Networks is looking for enthusiastic, talented and driven individuals to join the best and brightest in gathering, producing and delivering stories that make a difference within a 24-hour breaking news environment! Our commitment is to engage viewers with relevant, timely news that’s important to the local communities we serve.

Who we are: Spectrum Networks is a series of 27 hyper-local news and 9 regional sports networks owned and operated by Charter Communications, Inc. Spectrum Networks seeks to provide the most essential local news and information, cultivating relevant and thoughtful conversations that foster informed and engaged communities.

The Environment: Spectrum News is a 24-hour breaking news network which requires employees who are flexible and available to work various shift, including early morning, late evenings,
weekends and holidays.

Being on our team means … You’re ready to inspire and be inspired! You’re passionate, creative and highly technical, driven to flourish in a competitive, fast-paced environment. You’re fiercely accurate, with a desire to leverage your knowledge, skills and abilities to share news stories to viewers in our local communities. You’re nimble, having the ability to pivot in an ever-changing workflow. You are a team player with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills. You have the ability to multi-task, meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

What we’re looking for: The Executive Producer will provide managerial oversight for sports editorial content across multiple platforms during an assigned shift or special sports event. Includes approving content from daily sports reporters for newscasts, the nightly sports show, sports features and live special sporting events, utilizing Spectrum Networks character driven storytelling practices. The Executive Producer regularly produces the sports show during the week.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Supervisory responsibilities for sports department working on sports related content with particular emphasis on sports producers, sports anchors, sports reporters/multi-media journalists
  • Solve the challenges that come with dynamic sports coverage
  • Develop backup plans for critical coverage
  • Oversee decisions on story lineup, video/audio elements, graphics and timing to construct a show
  • Work directly with reporters/multi-media journalists to develop character driven storytelling and utilize specific storytelling techniques and workflow
  • Work with freelance sports analysts, and incorporate as needed in sports coverage
  • May fill-in for sports producers as needed
  • Perform writing, editing and story recording functions as needed
  • Generate sports stories and sports coverage ideas on a daily basis, and plan for future sports coverage.
  • Handle shift scheduling and approves paid time off when applicable
  • Follow through on all assignments and meet required deadlines
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Skills/Abilities and Knowledge

  • Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
  • Proficient at inspiring staff to attain station goals of creativity, urgency and accuracy
  • Ability to work effectively within a team environment and interact with all personnel within the organization
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Must be able to work rapidly and accurately
  • Ability to anticipate situations, meet strict deadlines, organize and manage multiple priorities
  • Knowledge of current events and industry trends
  • Pro-active with demonstrated enthusiasm in dealing with breaking sports news and high-stress situations
  • Ability to effectively train others
  • Basic editing skills
  • Must adhere to attendance guidelines
  • Must be able to and willing to work different shifts and be flexible with schedule changes
  • Working knowledge of general office computer software, newsroom software and basic non-linear editing systems preferred

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field preferred or comparable television work experience
  • 5+ years of producing and executive producing experience in television news
  • 2+ years of management experience

Our Culture: Every employee is an influencer and culture keeper. We expect respectful communication (despite pressure), openness to feedback, an eagerness to learn, and an overall positive attitude!
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SPECTRUM

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Vanity Fair is a cultural filter, sparking the global conversation about the people and ideas that matter most. Muscular long-form journalism, stunning photography, insightful essays, and superb design make each issue of Vanity Fair a must-read. Every month, the magazine commissions the best writers and photographers to explain the pressing issues of the day and take the pulse of the culture. Vanity Fair consistently delivers crucial reporting on business and finance, domestic politics and world affairs, even as it covers the very best in arts and entertainment.

Job Description

Location:

New York, NY

Vanity Fair seeks an energetic, digitally savvy Associate Web Producer to join our fast-paced editorial team. The associate producer will be responsible for building web-first articles and prepping print magazine content for digital formats, including our Royal Watch and HWD Daily newsletters. They will help with website management and curation, both on VF.com and Vanity Fair’s digital archive. This role requires a heavy use of a CMS and newsletter platform, so the ideal candidate will be a digital native, quick learner, and strong communicator. The role will work alongside the Web Producer and report to the Editorial Operations Manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Building daily articles and galleries for VF.com, including magazine content and online-only features
  • Producing the HWD Daily and Royal Watch newsletters
  • Managing site upkeep, including curating the homepage, vertical landing pages, and other landing pages
  • Assisting in the management of Vanity Fair’s digital archive
  • Promoting content by pitching to external editorial sources, including Apple News and Thematic newsletters

Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 year experience in digital media, experience with a CMS preferred
  • A self-starting team player who is detail-oriented and able to multitask
  • Displays excellent written and verbal communication skills—and tech savviness
  • A passion for Vanity Fair’s print and digital content

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics. Condé Nast

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Condé Nast is home to Wired, Vogue, GQ, The New Yorker, Vanity Fair and more of the world’s most celebrated brands. Condé Nast Entertainment (CNE) develops, produces and distributes video content across all of these brands. Our team creates high quality video programming experiences for viewers across every screen, and is led by industry veterans who have built video businesses with billions of monthly views. Since its inception in 2011, CNE has grown rapidly and has an extensive digital distribution network, with more than 37 million subscribers on Youtube and ranks in the top 20 in unique viewers in comScore’s Top 100 Properties.

Job Description

Location:

New York, NY

Conde Nast Entertainment is seeking a Creative Producer to join our dynamic, fast-paced creative team. In this role the Creative Producer will work closely with our Senior Producers, Associate Producers and Directors of Content on all video productions.

The Creative Producer has a strong history of creating and executing high concept digital videos, has a voracious interest in digital video and a deep understanding of how to produce and direct on-camera talent. This role reports into the Executive Producer, GQ//GQ Sports (English Language).

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Handles all production logistics for a shoot. Working collaboratively with Senior Producer and/or Coordinating Producer when needed.
  • Produces shoots with a holistic approach and an eye for detail and what will end up in edit.
  • This individual is capable of directing their shoots and working with Associate Producers to bring their projects to fruition.
  • Is the driving force behind their shoots. Directs, produces, researches, this role does it all and displays a “all hands on deck” approach to their work ethic.
  • Creative directing video shoots, including art direction, onset creative, and/or location selection.
  • Excellent knowledge of video, audio and graphics needed throughout the pre & post production process.
  • Works closely with Production Management, Coordinating Producers/Senior Producers and Directors.
  • Manages the team of writers, researchers, associate producers.
  • Must be able to flex creatively and assist producers and/or directors, as needed. Ability to work collaboratively and can take feedback and notes on their projects.
  • Strengthen client and brand relationships, foster relationships.
  • Have an expert understanding or knowledge of building a channel and programming series across the digital video landscape including Instagram, YouTube, Twitch, etc.
  • Collaborate with the creative/strategy teams to bring key concepts to life, but not limited to: renew existing series, revamp format and platform, etc.
  • The individual must be nimble and agile to changing asks and timelines.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects at the same time while working under tight deadlines with limited resources.
  • The individual has experience interacting and managing a-list talent and their reps with professionalism and discretion, as a face of the brand.
  • Conduct interviews in the field, in-studio, or via all means necessary.
  • Must be able to go through casting options, pre-interviewing talent, and directing talent
  • This individual will lead production, provide direction, and partner closely with crew members in the field/studio
  • Handle brand and client feedback in a timely and professional manner.
  • Working collaboratively is essential in this role.
  • This individual is a strong researcher.
  • Always hits deadlines, leads by example, a model CNE employee for all to emulate.
  • Reviewing, editing, and approving preliminary and final treatments, outlines, shooting scripts, casting, production schedules, budgets, and final versions of all assigned programs, with supervision from the Director of Content Production / Supervising Producer or Executive

Producer.

  • Manage or support the post production process, responsible for collecting all creative notes through the process, and ensure deadlines are being met. Requirements are, but not

limited to: schedules, paper-cuts, hand-off emails, selects, graphics, music, rough cuts, fine cuts, final narration and final versions, with supervision from the Director of Content Production / Supervising Producer or Executive Producer.

  • This individual can quickly pick-up new skills and is willing to become an expert in their field

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree
  • A minimum of 3 years experience producing and developing digital videos on various platforms.
  • A demonstrated track record in production execution.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated aptitude to work closely with internal and external producers.
  • Strong understanding of production and post-production workflow.
  • Must exhibit strong written and verbal skills.
  • Experience managing a slate of multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Must be a master communicator and always a solution-oriented adult in the room.

What happens next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply below, and we will review your application as soon as possible. You can update your resume or upload a cover letter at any time by accessing your candidate profile.

Condé Nast is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status and other legally protected characteristics. Condé Nast

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CREED III’ Reshoots Casting Call

Seeking:
  • Males and Females of any ethnicity
  • Ages 18 – 50 years old
  • Upscale types to portray guests at a boxing event.
 
Think MGM hotel! MUST have an upscale/casual wardrobe.
 
Rate: $110/day
Shoot Date: Thursday 8/11
Location: Atlanta GA

 

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Wild’N Out Audience Casting Call

Want to join our live studio audience for free???

Just need to be 18+, vaccinated, and in the ATL area.

Dates: August 30th & 31st

September 1st, 2nd, 6th-9th, 12 

 

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Ad Campaign Casting Harlem Friend Groups

Casting Call NYC

Real friends Groups based in NY (Harlem Preferred) 

Unsigned Talent Only

For an Ad Campaign

Availability for September 5th

  • Groups of guys and groups of girls (5-7 people) 
  • All ethnicities

Ages 17-25 years old

 

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Los Angeles Major Female Hip Hop Artist Music Video

Looking for: 

Party Goers: 

  • Any genders
  • African American
  • Eccentric – Unique Features
  • Ages: 18-28 years old

Rate: $200 (8 hours) 

 

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Casting Commercial for Camera Equipment Company

Actors needed: 

  • All genders
  • 18-35 years old

Location:  White Plains, NY
Wednesday August 10th
 9-5PM
$400

Train station runs close to studio, production will provide transportation from trains station to studio if needed

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ATLANTA, GA CASTING CALL – STANDINS

Project: FX Project
Union Status: NON-UNION
Rate of Pay $300.00 day
**MUST BE FULLY COVID VACCINATED WITH BOOSTERS and proof of vaccination record!**
Casting Director: Tina Kerr
WORK DATES: TUES 08/09/2022, WEDS 08/10/2022 -AND- THURS 08/11/2022. *MUST be available for ALL 3 dates!
Shoot Location: ATLANTA, GA
Usage: FULL USAGE. FULL BUYOUT
Conflicts: NONE. NOT ON CAMERA TALENT

Additional Project Info:
  • ATLANTA GA area LOCAL HIRE ONLY! (We will not provide transportation or accommodation).
  • ALL TALENT MUST BE FULLY COVID VACCINATED AND HAVE COVID BOOSTERS with proof of vaccination and booster records.
MUST BE AVAILABLE for ALL (3) Listed Dates
Roles:
[STANDIN #1 WITH DANCE EXPERIENCE]
Female, black, age range 25-45, height range 5’5″-5’7″, weight range 100-120lbs, small build, waist size range 23-27, black hair. MUST have previous Standin experience. MUST HAVE DANCE EXPERIENCE-preferably BALLET DANCE. MUST be fully covid vaccinated with booster.
[STANDIN #5]
Male, Black, age range 20-40, height range 5’8″-5’10”, weight range 170-190lbs, waist range 32-36, jacket sizes 42-44R, hair color black/buzzed. MUST have previous Standin experience. MUST be fully covid vaccinated with boosters
[STANDIN #9]
Female, black, age range 45-58, height range 5’6″-5’8″, weight range 120-135lbs, waist 24-27, small frame, hair color black. MUST have previous Standin experience. MUST be fully covid vaccinated with boosters
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Disney’s ‘HOLLY’ Open Casting Call

 
Now Casting PAID BG for Friday, August 12, 2022.
 
CAB Castings is now accepting submissions for extras to work on the upcoming DISNEY feature-length motion picture project “HOLLY”. Filming will be in Atlanta, GA and surrounding areas August through October 2022.
Production is seeking people local to the Atlanta, GA area to play various extra roles in the film; children and adults of ALL ethnicities, ages, genders, and sizes are encouraged to apply. This project is takes place around the Christmas Holiday Season and is based on Christmas Eve. That being said, there will be lots of night shoots and dressing in Christmas season wardrobe.
 
We will be casting for Non-Union talent. All extra work, testing and fittings are paid. Local hire only, no travel or housing provided. Filming will generally take place Monday through Friday and is often a 12+ hour commitment for each day of work.
Mandatory local COVID testing will be required before any in-person work. Testing will be provided by production.

***IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT COVID COMPLIANCE ON THIS PRODUCTION***

The production has adopted a mandatory vaccine requirement for Zone A. As a result, you will need to provide verification that you are up to date on yourCOVID-19 vaccinations, which means that you are fully vaccinated and have received a booster shot, in order to be assigned to this production. For all children working on set, guardians will also need to provide verification of vaccination + booster as dwell. Masks will be required at all times, except when appearing on camera.
Below is the specific extras group(s) we are casting for at this time:
  • HOMELESS/UNDERPRIVILEGED SHELTER ATMOSPHERE
  • SHELTER STAFF
  • SHELTER RESIDENTS
Ages:  
  • Minors (9 to 12 years old)
  •  Adults ( 18+)
Film day: Friday, August 12
(This will be an evening night shoot)
Covid Testing Day: Wednesday. August 10

The rate for this PAID BG on this project is:
$100/8 for daily shoot days. After 8hrs, you are epode time and a half.
Payments will be received in the form of a check in the mail within 2 weeks after filming.
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