Connecticut Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

PHOTO DOUBLE CASTING NOTICE

Sony FEATURE FILM: Fantasy Football
DATES NEEDED:

• TUESDAY 5/3/22 COVID TEST
• WEDNESDAY 5/4/22 FILM

*This is a DAY SHOOT

Location: Atlanta, GA at the Mercedez Benz Stadium

Pay RATES:  
Filming dates $157.00/12 hours and overtime if applicable
Covid tests: $43.75/2 hours

ROLE CASTING – PHOTO DOUBLE
Male- African American,  height range 6’4″-6’9″, large build, dark hair,  previous Stand-in experience helpful but not required

CASTING CALL

Union submissions for male to portray age 30’s to 50,

Looking for: 
Caucasian with bald/shaved head and a short to medium beard.
Height 5’8 to 6’0, size 38-42 coat. 

• Covid Test: Tues 5/3 in Culver City 
• Costume Fitting: Thurs 5/5 in North Hollywood 
• Covid Test Saturday 5/7
• Shoot Day Monday 5/9

IMPORTANT:  NOTE NEW BOOSTER REQUIREMENT
This show has a mandatory vaccination policy for all Zone A workers, including Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other talent ages 5 and above working on its set.  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.  Any offer of work is “conditioned” on you providing adequate proof to Production that you meet the criteria mentioned above.  If you are unable to show adequate proof to Production, then you 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.

CASTING CALL – SUPERMARKET CAMPAIGN – FILMING IN SYDNEY

We’re looking to cast a range of kids and family members for a well-known supermarket campaign. Looking for faces that are full of character with unique features (i.e. gap teeth, freckles, red hair etc). 
1. TWIN BOYS (5 – 10 yrs)
2. GIRL SKATEBOARDER (5 – 12 yrs)
*Must be able to do a kick-flip + be confident skateboarding at an advanced level 

3. FATHER (35 – 45 yrs) + SON (8 – 10 yrs)
4. GRANDAD (70 – 80 yrs) + GRAND-DAUGHTER (5 – 7 yrs)
5. KIDS (5 – 12 yrs)
6. WOMAN (Featured Extra)

SHOOT DATES: 25th – 26th of May 2022 (1-2 x shoot days TBC)
TALENT FEES: 

Selected Adult Talent will receive between $2,000 – $3,000 AUD for their involvement
Selected Child Talent will receive between $800 – $2,500 AUD for their involvement
*All fees are less tax and plus super 

CASTING CALL

Union or Non Union submissions for males & females with beater cars.
Cars should be years 1970’s to 2010 – they can be totally beat up. No red or white please. 
Covid Test: Tues 5/3 
Shoot Day: Weds 5/4 in Santa Clarita 

IMPORTANT:  NOTE NEW BOOSTER REQUIREMENT

This show has a mandatory vaccination policy for all Zone A workers, including Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other talent ages 5 and above working on its set.  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.  Any offer of work is “conditioned” on you providing adequate proof to Production that you meet the criteria mentioned above.  If you are unable to show adequate proof to Production, then you 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.

*NASHVILLE* CASTING NOTICE:

COMMERCIAL for work on WEDNESDAY 5/4/22
Shoot Location: NASHVILLE, TN area

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT IF YOU ARE NOT LOCAL or able to be Local to the NASHVILLE TN AREA!!!
(within a reasonable self-drive distance)

SHOOT DATE: WEDNESDAY 5/4/22
Tentative Call Time 6:30pm, Tentative Wrap Time 10:00pm, BUT you MUST have FLEXIBLE/Open availability if submitting to be available regardless of what Call/Wrap Times end up being to allow for changes. Please DO NOT submit if you do not have flexible availability on the work date. 

*EXTRAS**  Pay Rate – $150.00 for up to 4 hours (will be paid the full rate even if we film less than 4 hours but MUST be prepared to stay for the full 4 hours just in case)

CUSTOMERS: Male & Female, all ethnicities, age range 18-80, conservative, variety of types.
Everyone MUST wear a mask at all times when not filming on camera, even if you are vaccinated.

This will be Director selected and we do not want to submit anyone who isn’t fully available/might not show up! These are SMALL scenes and the Director will choose from the photo & audition you submit.

Please DO NOT SUBMIT IF THERE IS ANY CHANCE THAT YOU WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE ON THIS DATE IF SELECTED.

ABOUT THE TEAM 

VVK PR + Creative is a full-service integrated communications agency based in downtown Detroit. VVK (formally Velocity Cow) brings decades of strategic communications and creative production experience to media, automotive, energy, insurance, IT, legal, nonprofit, retail and real estate industries. We provide clients and partners with communication solutions that advance their brand and connect with their audiences. VVK is currently growing its 13-person team and 20+ client portfolio. We are a flexible hybrid workplace. 

ABOUT THIS ROLE 

VVK PR + Creative is looking for a Senior Video Producer to join the creative production department who will report directly to the VP of Creative Production. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone with five or more years of producing high quality video content and handling projects from concept to completion. The Senior Video Producer will work closely with the six-person (and growing) video production team and engage with the public relations department and leadership to ensure alignment across business objectives. 

Creativity is key for this position. We produce broadcast commercials, digital marketing content, and even episodic stories and we need someone who will push the envelope of great storytelling, effective project management and creativity. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Lead and execute branded and creative content 

• Pitch, plan, and shoot image/branding campaigns for clients 

• Be a project lead 

• Gather feedback by asking the right questions from the stakeholders/clients to ensure the video represents said objectives 

• Manage multiple projects with varying deadlines. 

• Possess confidence with clients, in the edit room, and on the set. 

• Have a professional demeanor with community partners and lead all shoots. 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

• Well organized, professional and high energy. 

• Excellent editing and proofing skills. 

• Commitment to representation in our projects. 

• If you edit, that would be great. 

• Develop scripts for video shoots and broadcast-style productions for online and social media. 

• At video shoots, give feedback to individuals on look and positioning. 

• Provide excellent logistic support for on staff and freelance crew so they can focus on creative content. 

WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS OR HAS: 

· A consummate project manager with a track record of being highly dependable and organized. 

· Strong knowledge of how to produce for broadcast and social media/digital mediums 

· Excellent written and oral communication skills with all levels of company staff, clients, and vendors  

· Exemplary client relations skills 

· Strong attention to detail that allows thoroughness and accuracy to your work 

· An experienced multi-tasker of competing priorities who thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments   

· The strong desire to be a team player and ability to work well with a diverse group of professionals 

· At least five years of experience producing, writing and delivering projects on budget and on time.

·   

WORKING AT VVK PR + CREATIVE 

We want the VVK team to be successful and have a healthy work/life balance and commit the following to our team: 

· A positive and supportive team with opportunities for advancement committed to helping all staff develop and grow 

· A competitive salary with opportunities for commission 

· 75% coverage of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance monthly premiums 

· Generous paid time off including “closing” the office between Dec. 24 and Jan. 1 

· 10 paid holidays 

VVK PR + Creative

NerdWallet’s editorial team is seeking an on-camera video producer to cover the personal finance choices that millions of Americans grapple with every day. Successful candidates must be able to translate complex topics into conversational videos and social media posts that frame the answers consumers seek with the context they deserve.

Where you can make an impact:

• Develop a deep understanding of NerdWallet’s values and personality, and effectively represent our brand in consumer-facing media channels.
• Identify and craft video talking points for audience-relevant personal finance topics and trending news stories.
• Work with internal partners to manage the video content calendar and set a social media strategy.
• Appear on camera in weekly YouTube and social media videos to engage our audience with best-in-class financial advice.
• Partner with our social media production team to create content in line with channel best practices.
• Test new content strategies to maximize audience engagement and reach of NerdWallet videos.
• Identify opportunities to improve the production process, expand the reach of NerdWallet video content, and help part-time video Nerds understand how to create great video content.

You are:

• Passionate about helping our audience and ensuring that NerdWallet’s content is consistently engaging, clear and actionable.
• A strong communicator who can empathize with consumers and help them navigate complex financial decisions.
• Savvy about social media and excited to become one of the faces of NerdWallet on our consumers’ favorite video platforms.
• Able to consistently generate ideas for engaging an audience in memorable and distinctive ways.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, responsive environment where priorities and timelines are subject to shift based on the market and consumer news cycles.
• Data-driven and able to demonstrate strong quantitative and analytical skills to find new insights and compelling stories.
• Open to constructive, honest and candid feedback in order to accelerate your personal skill set and grow NerdWallet’s audience.
• Willing to give constructive feedback, work through competing viewpoints, and handle challenging conversations with coworkers effectively.
• Able to collaborate well with writers, editors and cross-functional teams.

That’s what it takes to thrive at NerdWallet, where we guide consumers on a broad range of financial topics, including credit cards, banking, personal loans, student loans, mortgages, insurance and investing.

Our content team is 120+ strong and includes journalists with experience from The Associated Press, Bloomberg, the Los Angeles Times, MSN, USA Today, The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post. We also have staff members who have spent years as successful freelancers or in fields outside journalism.

What we have in common: We take initiative. We think strategically. We problem-solve effectively. We’re flexible. We’re highly collaborative.

Your experience:

To be considered, you must:

• Have experience appearing on camera in videos created for at least one of the following: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, TV or a personal blog.
• Be able to work and shoot videos independently.
• Be active on social media and comfortable responding to breaking news and trending topics with limited preparation.

Submit the following with your application:

• Links to three samples of consumer-first video content that break down complex topics in creative and engaging ways.
• Links to two writing samples. If you don’t have writing links to share, you may include two samples at the end of your cover letter.

Where:

• This role will be based in San Francisco, CA or remote (based in the U.S.).
• We believe great work can be done anywhere. No matter where you are based, NerdWallet offers benefits and perks to support the physical, financial, and emotional well being of you and your family.

What we offer:

Work hard, stay balanced (Life’s a series of balancing acts, eh?)

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision health care plans for employees and their dependents
• Rejuvenation Policy – Flexible Time Off + 13 holidays + 4 Mental Health Days Off
• New Parent Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care
• Mental health support through Ginger.io
• Financial wellness, guidance, and unlimited access to a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) through Northstar
• Paid sabbatical for Nerds to recharge, gain knowledge and pursue their interests
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly NerdWallet contribution
• Weekly Virtual Bootcamp, Yoga, and Mindfulness Meditation sessions
• Monthly Wellness Stipend, Cell Phone Stipend, and Wifi Stipend

Have some fun! (Nerds are fun, too)

• Nerd-led group initiatives – Intramural Sports, Employee Resource Groups for Parents, Diversity and Inclusion, Womxn, LGBTQIA, and other communities
• Hackathons, Happy Hours, and team events across all teams and departments
• Company-wide events like Little Nerds Day (aka bring your kids to work day, even if you’re remote!) and our annual Charity Auction

Lifestyle (Be your best self – we’ll take care of the details)

• Our Nerds love to make an impact by paying it forward – Donate to your favorite causes with a company match
• Work from home equipment stipend and co-working space subsidy
• Anniversary recognition program – choose from different items and experiences
• Commuting stipend

Plan for your future (And when you retire on your island, remember the little people)

• 401K with company match
• Annual Enrichment Stipend for learning and development
• Be the first to test and benefit from our new financial products and tools
• Access to Rocket Lawyer for online legal support and resources

If you are based in California, we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.

NerdWallet is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

NerdWallet

This is a paid freelance, remote position – that means you can work from anywhere, on your own schedule.

Screen Rant is the #1 independent entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for eager writers to contribute Movie/TV News content under the leadership of the Movie/TV News Lead Editor. The selected candidates will have tremendous career growth opportunity within the organization. Please note that this role does not involve video production or script writing.

Above all else, we are looking for applicants with a passion for the type of content we cover. Before applying, please visit screenrant.com and review our coverage. If you think you belong within our geeky community of writers and editors but have no professional writing experience, we would be more than happy to consider your application nonetheless. We pride ourselves on having a passion-first, experience-second approach to hiring writing talent. In your cover letter, make sure to let us know how your knowledge and love of movies applies to Screen Rant’s content!

Responsibilities

• Write a minimum of 5-10 articles per week in Screen Rant’s house style (following the requisite training and peer mentorship period)
• This will include fact checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
• Pitch story ideas when none are readily available
• Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
• Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

Requirements

• A passion for the content and a drive to grow within the industry
• Broad working knowledge of Movies/TV in general, especially blockbusters and major franchises (DC Movies, MCU, Star Wars, Star Trek, popular streaming content)
• Quick learner with strong sense of urgency
• Excellent command of the English language
• Ability to write articles free of typos and grammatical errors
• Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment

Applicants with experience in the following areas will be given favorable consideration:

• Understanding of what it means to write a “News” piece
• Relevant experience in writing and/or editing roles (digital publications, entertainment content)
• Familiarity with WordPress
• Image editing
• SEO
• Analytics (GA)

What Screen Rant Has To Offer

• Open schedule – write as much as you like, whenever you like, from wherever you like!
• Future bonusing opportunities for high contributors of quality articles
• Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
• An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of popular Movie/TV content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a writing evaluation.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Screen Rant

About TIME:

TIME is a global media brand built on 99 years of unparalleled trust and authority, with an audience of more than 100 million people worldwide across our platforms. Our team is collaborative, innovative and committed to TIME’s mission of informing, guiding and engaging our audience with groundbreaking journalism, immersive experiences and live events.

TIME is an equal opportunity employer. Our people drive the culture. Our culture drives the mission. Our mission drives the business. Our business impacts the world. An inclusive and diverse team not only makes our content and our products better, but our workplace stronger. Equity, diversity, and inclusion are top priorities in our recruiting and hiring, and our culture.

The Role:

TIME is seeking a senior line producer who will oversee and manage multiple productions for TIME Studios. We are looking for an experienced production management professional with a proven track record of managing documentaries, series and network specials. The candidate must have strong organizational and people skills.

Responsibilities:

• Create budgets, staffing plans and schedules for multiple productions
• Oversee production management staff, including line producers, production managers and coordinators
• Liaise with network executives on all production management issues, including budgets, schedules and cost reporting
• Responsible for bringing productions in under budget and on time
• Work with Head of Production to create and implement COVID and safety protocols

Qualifications:

• Candidates must have 7-10 years of relevant experience
• Deep roster of production staff including producers, directors, DPs, editors
• Strong knowledge of movie magic budgeting software, payroll and cost reporting
• Experience working with guilds including SAG/AFTRA and DGA

This position is not represented by the NewsGuild of New York.

TIME

This is a paid freelance, remote position – that means you can work from anywhere, on your own schedule.

Screen Rant is the #1 entertainment website on the web and publishes up-to-the-minute news on blockbuster movies, TV, video games, and comic books. Our editorial team is looking for eager writers to contribute Reality TV News content under the leadership of the Reality TV Lead Editor. The selected candidates will have tremendous career growth opportunity within the organization. Please note that this role does not involve video production or script writing.

Above all else, we are looking for applicants with a passion for the type of content we cover. Before applying, please visit screenrant.com and review our Reality TV coverage. If you think you belong within our enthusiastic community of pop culture aficionados but have no professional writing experience, we would be more than happy to consider your application nonetheless. We pride ourselves on having a passion-first, experience-second approach to hiring writing talent. In your cover letter, make sure to let us know how your knowledge and love of Reality TV applies to Screen Rant’s content!

Responsibilities

• Write a minimum of 5-10 articles per week in Screen Rant’s house style (following the requisite training and peer mentorship period)
• This will include fact checking, formatting, linking, and image sourcing/very basic editing (sizing, brightness, etc.)
• Pitch story ideas when none are readily available
• Remain up to date on upcoming releases and rumours
• Accept and apply any/all feedback received by the editorial team
• Communicate openly and actively with the editorial team

Requirements

• A passion for the content and a drive to grow within the industry
• Broad knowledge of Reality TV shows, or expert knowledge of the content types listed above
• Quick learner with strong sense of urgency
• Excellent command of the English language
• Ability to write articles free of typos and grammatical errors
• Comfortable working in an entirely virtual environment

Applicants with experience in the following areas will be given favourable consideration:

• Understanding of what it means to write a “News” piece
• Relevant experience in writing and/or editing roles (digital publications, entertainment content)
• Familiarity with WordPress
• Image editing
• SEO
• Analytics (GA)

What Screen Rant Has To Offer

• Open schedule – write as much as you like, whenever you like, from wherever you like!
• Future bonusing opportunities for high contributors of quality articles
• Incredible opportunities for career growth within a supportive system
• An amazing community of like-minded people to nerd-out with on a daily basis

NOTE: Only applications containing a resume and cover letter will be considered. It is essential that you demonstrate your breadth of knowledge of hit Reality TV content in your cover letter. You will not be considered for the role if this information is not included. Please note that the next step in the hiring process involves a writing evaluation.

We’re looking forward to hearing from you!
Screen Rant