Music Video Casting Calls and Auditions

A well known advertising agency is seeking two Art Directors to join their team in Chicago, IL on a hybrid schedule. They are looking for highly conceptual and motivated candidates to work on their biggest brand campaigns. This hybrid position will be located in New York.

Responsibilities:

• Working with other creatives to create ideas for broadcast, OLV, social, audio, print, experiential, and digital campaigns
• Collaborating not just with creatives, but strategy, account, and production to create a high volume of work on time, on budget, and on point
• You’re a collaborator, a leader and a mentor to other art directors
• Participate in brainstorms, translate that thinking into beautiful pitch decks, and deliver best-in-class brand creative that exceeds client objectives
• Present to a passionate group of clients with conviction, confidence, and swagger
• Pitch in on new business initiatives and agency creative communications
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the marketplace and competitive client landscape, in addition to cultural, design, and business trends
• Be a source of positivity, inspiration, creativity, and fun

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a directly related field (advertising, graphic design, visual arts, etc.)
• 4-7+ years of agency experience as a graphic designer or art director
• Broadcast and/or video production experience
• Strong working knowledge of the creative process
• Understand how to appeal to diverse cultural markets
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated to creatively solve multiple problems at once, under quick deadlines
• Excellent presentation skills and salesmanship are a must
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Keynote

If you meet the required qualifications and are interested in this role, please apply today.

The Solomon Page Distinction

Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.

About Solomon Page

Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Opportunity Awaits.

Solomon Page

The Chicago Sun-Times is the hardest-working paper in America, covering the stories and issues that matter most to Chicagoans with depth, integrity, and grit. The newsroom has earned eight Pulitzer Prizes for its hard-hitting investigative reporting, in-depth political coverage, insightful sports analysis, entertainment reviews, and cultural commentary. An industry-leading innovator in local news, it has been recognized nationally for expanding digital and multimedia reporting platforms alongside its indomitable newspaper, the oldest continuously published daily in the city.

In January 2022, the Sun-Times merged with public radio station WBEZ with a shared mission to strengthen local journalism in Chicago. Under the banner of Chicago Public Media, Chicago Sun-Times Media, Inc. (CSTM) is now part of one of the largest nonprofit news organizations in the nation. This merger reinforces our commitment to serving Chicagoans with the news that matters most -– fact-based, unbiased journalism deeply connected to Chicago communities.

An Opportunity to Make an Impact:

We seek an innovative leader who can lead the visual direction of the Chicago Sun-Times’ editorial products. This a unique opportunity to lead an influential local news outlet in an innovative, exciting market at a time when the Sun-Times has joined Chicago Public Media, become a nonprofit, and adopted a membership model without a paywall.

We want our visual identity to reflect our new direction and showcase the work of our fantastic team of photographers, designers, and more. The ideal candidate will work with key stakeholders across the newsroom to evaluate, set and deliver our visual aesthetic and style across all our editorial platforms.

Core Duties:

• Set the strategy, goals, and objectives for our visual work, working with the Executive Editor and other stakeholders in the newsroom.
• Manage the visuals team and freelancers to create impactful visual journalism – photos, illustrations, interactives, and video – and meet newsroom goals.
• Create an effective and efficient workflow and processes to ensure our visual work is aligned with our editorial strategy and as impactful as possible.
• Grow collaboration and communication across the newsroom and with internal and external partners within Chicago Public Media.
• Elevate visual storytelling across the newsroom and website, newspaper, wire, social media, newsletters, and everywhere else our editorial brand is reflected.
• Help train the newsroom on visual best practices, image selection, visual tools, and other skills needed to enhance our visual storytelling and appearance.
• Liaise and collaborate with cross-functional teams across the Sun-Times and Chicago Public Media, including marketing, circulation, product, digital and revenue teams.
• As part of the editorial leadership team, help improve CST’s audience relationships, workplace culture, editorial excellence, and impact.
• Promote diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related training.
• At least five years of newsroom experience, including people-management experience.
• Strong visual skills, including experience creating a visual identity.
• Strategic thinker and an excellent planner with solid project management and communication skills.
• Ability to react quickly in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a union environment.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement savings, an FSA, and commuter benefits plans.
• Opportunity to work within a collaborative team culture.
• A flexible work schedule.
• Opportunity to be part of an iconic brand and help build the future of local news.

The information contained in this job description is not intended to create any contractual or other legal commitment. CSTM may change the content or format of this job at any time at its sole and exclusive discretion without notice. This role does not offer sponsorship employment benefits.

CSTM does not discriminate in its employment decisions based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, citizenship or national origin, veteran status, or on any other basis which would violate any applicable federal, state, or local law.

Chicago Sun-Times

GRAPHIC DESIGNER/JUNIOR ART DIRECTOR, MILWAUKEE AGENCY, HYBRID

C2 client, a creative branding and strategy agency that transforms beliefs into authentic behavior through the power of culturally disruptive ideas is seeking a Designer to add to their team. You’ll work on a wide range of clients — from the biggest and most established brands in the world to nimble brands that make our life’s work incredibly rewarding, you’ll oversee and architect the creative product that has given us a reputation for launching and relaunching brands. This role will be primarily focused on concepting and executing brand initiatives ranging from rebranding to social/digital campaigns, employer brand initiatives, and supporting communication campaigns.

Start date: As soon as they find the right person

Duration: Full-time position

Location: Hybrid in Milwaukee

Compensation: Commensurate with experience

Benefits: Salary + annual profit sharing bonus potential, Health insurance, 401K, Generous PTO and vacation policies, Half-day summer Fridays (June-August), Paid holidays + additional week off between Christmas and New Years , Values-driven, laid-back culture focused on work-life balance, personal freedom, and accountability.

Nice to Have:

• Incredible design tactician with brand identity and smart conceptually-led integrated campaign work.
• Agency experience working as part of a team and or independently leading projects.
• Stellar organizational skills to keep your work on-time, and within budget.
• Ability to concept across traditional and nontraditional channels (digital, social, experiential, earned media, etc.).
• A stunning portfolio that shows how you get from concept to reality and can articulate it in written and visual form.
• Solid presentation skills: You’ll need to be able to present your work to both internal teams and clients as well.
• Hunger for what’s next and new: in culture yes, but also new and emerging art & design mediums.
• Ability to get it done: As a nimble team, we’re all doers. We work on short deadlines and limited information; must be a self-starter.
• Openness to new tools (AI-assist, Canva, etc.) when needed.

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in, Art, Design, Advertising, or relevant field.
• 3-5 years of agency experience as a designer, working on projects from concept to completion.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD a must. Premier, Animate, After Effects a plus).
• Experience in Google Suite (Google slides, docs, etc.) We are a Google shop 🙂
• And yes…a working ability in PowerPoint (cause’ some clients want a PPT template), MS Word Suite on occasion and Google Docs. Our primary presentation format to clients is in Google Slides.
• Experience working in and around video and web is a huge plus.

All candidates must be located and authorized to work in the United States. C2 does not sponsor work visas. C2 is unable to hire contractors from these states: CA, CO, NY, DC

C2 Graphics Productivity Solutions

Designsensory

Designsensory is a leading branding, marketing and digital agency. We combine strategy,

content, design and technology to help organizations holistically solve business challenges with

memorable branding, marketing and advertising. Our human-centered, award-winning work has

helped build and grow brands since 2001.

Designsensory seeks qualified candidates for our senior designer role. We are looking for

someone who can work both independently and collaboratively on campaigns. This individual is

able to problem solve while staying mindful of our clients’ goals and balancing that with our

dedication to craft.

The ideal applicant must possess outstanding verbal and written communication skills and be

dependable, responsible and professional in manner and appearance. The ideal applicant is

organized, detail-oriented, highly motivated and possesses an ability to work under pressure.

Objectives of this role

• Lead and review the work of the creative teams on your assigned accounts; across digital, print, video and web
• Spearhead and manage strategy for both small and large projects, harnessing branding, copy, art, and technology
• Collaborate with strategy and other departments in developing marketing plans, analyzing results, and identifying opportunities
• Develop creative campaigns that translate objectives across business units into clear and motivating creative strategies
• Analyze market trends, consumer needs, and the competitor landscape and craft actionable creative solutions

Responsibilities

• Based on accounts/projects, lead a team of graphic designers and copywriters in the strategic development of deliverables
• Guide full account team toward strategic and brand direction
• Prioritize work and resources across engagements, based on short- and long-term needs, and guide schedules by collaborating with designers, copywriters, and production 
• Conduct brainstorming sessions with creative team, maintaining strategic thinking to develop innovative and actionable initiatives within budget
• Review and approve content developed by the team, ensuring that deliverables address goals and challenges 
• Produce fresh, innovative work that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences for sophisticated audiences
• Create, collaborate on, and oversee final concepts, as well as present work to clients; address feedback and approval

Required skills and qualifications

• Ten years of experience in a design or copy-intensive role, with at least 1 years as a Creative Director in an agency or corporate setting
• Design or art direction experience preferred; Copy background must display top-level visual acumen
• Experience in creating creative/advertising campaigns — from developing the vision and messaging platform to overseeing production on time and within budget
• Experience in creating integrated content across all marketing channels: digital, social media, paid media, mobile, offline, and print
• Proven ability to develop successful integrated concepts
• Proficiency in leading a team of diverse, talented creatives
• Strong creative vision, with an eye on business objectives

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in marketing or business
• Experience in project management, with a focus on creative direction

Designsensory

Storytellers Wanted! This is a job for someone who loves every step of the video production process and wants daily opportunities to grow their experience and skills. The associate media producer supports and leads in the creation of multimedia projects from pre-production to final product. This role requires strong knowledge of the complete production process, close attention to detail and collaboration with other creative team members.

Core Responsibilities Include:

• Produce high quality media to tell clear, compelling stories and meet our clients’ strategic communications goals.
• Pre-production support, including shotlist development, creating interview questions and A/V scriptwriting
• On-set video production, either as a solo-shooter/producer or as part of a team running camera, sound or interviewing subjects
• Post-production, including file and metadata management, assembly edits, exporting and encoding
• Motion graphic development for standalone or composited graphics

Key Skill Requirements:

• Strategic thinking and client service
• Strong knowledge of complete video production process
• 3-point lighting and set etiquette
• Ability to adapt to set environments and improvise accordingly
• Strong scriptwriting skills in both creative and professional genres

Key Software Competencies:

• Highly skilled in DaVinci Resolve
• Highly skilled in Adobe Premiere
• Proficient in Adobe AE
• Proficient with Adobe AI and PS
• Familiar with YouTube metadata and captioning best practices

Education

• Bachelors in a related field preferred

Company Core Values:

Above & Beyond – Meeting expectations isn’t enough. I go beyond.

Insatiable Curiosity – I’m always hungry for knowledge and Improvement.

Inherent Creativity – I can’t help but to create, rethink and bring new ideas.

Fun – I could work anywhere. I choose to work here because we get to have fun.

Can-Do Attitude – Whatever it is you’re about to say… I’m up for it.

Invested – Chips are down. I’m all in.

Valuing Diversity

Boileau & Co. encourages individuals from all ethnic, racial and socioeconomic backgrounds to apply. Research has shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all of the qualifications. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t think you meet every one of the criteria for this job, as we are committed to growing the diversity of our organization.

Boileau & Co. provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons and administers all aspects and conditions of employment without unlawful regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, weight, height, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable laws.

Boileau & Co.

About Sniffies: 

Sniffies is the fastest growing cruising platform for gay, bi, and curious guys, offering a fully interactive, map-based digital space where users can explore their sexual desires, kinks, and fantasies without judgment or shame. With a first-of-its-kind map interface, Sniffies connects users with nearby guys and popular cruising destinations, providing intuitive tools and unique features that make casual encounters straightforward, sexy, and on demand. 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Global Senior Art Director to help upkeep and shape the visual brand identity of Sniffies. Our ideal candidate brings a blend of artistic prowess, marketing expertise, and business acumen to the table. We’re looking for a versatile creative with senior-level experience in graphic design, photography, and video development. Bonus points if you have experience in the fashion industry. If you’re comfortable turning ideas into reality across various formats, from digital & social marketing materials to print, OOH, experiential design, photography, and video, we want to hear from you.

The Ideal Candidate:

The perfect fit for the Global Senior Art Director role should have a profound understanding of male sexuality, encompassing gay, bi, and straight-curious orientations, coupled with a sex-positive attitude. Familiarity with cruising culture and its significance in the LGBTQ community is a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and update visual brand guidelines and continually update as the brand evolves.
• Responsible for creative development and design execution of digital & social assets, OOH materials, photography, video content, and experiential projects that advance our company’s visual design identity and brand.
• Develop all design elements for Sniffies Merchandise, including working with merchandising team and contractors as needed for apparel launches. 
• Responsible for crafting visually stunning content through graphic design, photography, video, and digital assets.
• Collaborate closely with the Creative Producer, Global Digital Marketing Manager, marketing and design contractors on content & campaign ideation, review/feedback and execution of final assets. This role will report directly to the CMO.
• Manage our content archive and Content Management System, ensuring efficient utilization of our extensive content library.
• Oversee and contribute to photo and video editing tasks.
• Manage, delegate, and guide tasks among design and other contractors involved in project development.
• Stay current on design and industry trends, adapting to best practices.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record as an Art Director / Creative Director / Graphic Designer.
• Hands-on experience with logo design, typography, color theory, layout design, print production, image selection, and package design.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills, showcased in a robust portfolio.
• Ability to incorporate feedback and effectively give/take direction.
• Team player with exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Relevant education or training.

Resume and portfolio showcasing your creative work required for consideration.

At Sniffies, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We appreciate all applicants’ interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Join us in shaping the future of online connections and creative excellence at Sniffies.

Sniffies

The Art Director will work collaboratively with the Creative Director to develop seasonal campaign concepts for MFF brands. They will be responsible for content creation for MFF brands with a focus on video concepting and editing This role will provide art direction at photoshoots and manage pre and post production as it relates to assets. Additionally they will support ecommerce business need and Develop, execute and deliver web creative assets including homepages, landing pages, paid social, emails, banners and video for MFF brand. The ideal candidate will have a natural eye for design and a passion for delivering dynamic ideas that connect with our audience. The art director must stay current in competitive landscape with emphasis on design trends, video and branding in social channels. This role will report to our NYC office on a hybrid schedule, 3 days in office/2 days WFH.

Responsibilities

• Design and create assets for the MFF brand, projects include photo shoots, video, web assets, social media content, photography retouching, email
• Conceptualize seasonal campaign vision and implement it across all touchpoints:
• e-commerce, paid social marketing, wholesale and others
• Work with motion assets including video editing, gifs and animations
• Content creation with focus on Tik Tok and Instagram channels
• Provide art direction on set at photoshoots, may be required to travel
• Partner with marketing to define and evolve the expression of the MFF brands across all channels
• Project manage monthly ecommerce production with cross functional team members, from creative brief through execution
• Deliver creative that drives business results, learning from performance, while staying true to the brand voice
• Contribute to brainstorms by providing big ideas and creative insights
• Work with agency partners to ensure that any assets created by agencies, remain true to the brand

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of art direction, brand identity and graphic design
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Sketch, Figma
• Solid knowledge of photography and video production
• Video editing experience, knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro a plus
• Strong creative vision with attention to business objectives
• Strong communication skills, able to prioritize and manage work to adhere to critical timelines and have a positive attitude
• Are a strong conceptual thinker who can work in a collaborative environment with different cross-functional partners
• Possess a strong portfolio demonstrating your ability to produce creative and effective marketing materials through the combination of typography, photography and layout
• Have pre-production concepting and location/studio photoshoot experience
• Knowledge of UX/HTML not required but a PLUS
• Can work in fast paced environments with quick turnaround times

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision offerings
• 401k Plan with company match
• 15+ Paid Holidays
• Summer Fridays
• 15 PTO days
• Company paid life insurance at 2x salary
• Employee Discount
• Commuter & Medical/Dependent Flex Spending Benefits
• Pet Insurance
• Salary range $90,000-$105,000

Marc Fisher Footwear

Who Are We? 

Favored is a video commerce company serving a growing roster of lifestyle Brands and Creators, based on the insight that e-commerce is increasingly video commerce. We are a small and passionate group founded by veteran entrepreneurs who have led major Hollywood television and online video studios for top media companies.

Our mission is to help Brands and Creators grow sales and new customers through creative short-form, long-form, and live video, supported by our e-commerce and production technologies.  

Job Description

We are seeking a talented TikTok associate producer to assist in the development and production of shoppable video across a broad range of lifestyle clients. The right candidate has a strong interest in TikTok, and working with creators, and making content about products in beauty, jewelry, and lifestyle is a bonus. 

Working with our senior producer, you will play an important role across the spectrum of producing creator-driven and studio-shot short videos. You should have an instinct for compelling creators, storytelling, and trends.  It also requires an organizational mind and an eye for detail as project management is an important part of this role.

The position is freelance with an hourly rate and is estimated to be a consistent 20-30 hrs/wk or more, with a schedule set in advance.  We are a growing company and this position has the opportunity to become full-time with paths to increasing responsibility for the right candidate.

The work is a hybrid mix of remote and in-studio. Must be able to come to our studio in Culver City, CA, and other locations as needed to prep and film videos. 

What You’ll Do:

Overall: 

• Research trends, products, and trending products
• Manage client products featured in the videos
• Assist in managing notes and cuts with editors
• Track client products used for videos 

For Creator Videos

• Research and outreach to Creators
• Develop outlines and briefs for Creator videos
• Coordinate content assignments from execution to delivery 

For Studio Shot Videos:

• Develop outlines, including “hooks” and compelling storylines
• Create and send out call sheets 
• Opportunity to shoot videos

This Describes You: 

• You have an eye for and research ability to identify Creators that can make great shoppable video
• You have a talent for creating and producing videos with compelling hooks, visuals, and stories that grab and hold attention.
• You love researching current trends and content for the TikTok audience across categories
• You are organized and strategic 
• You are an original thinker with creative ideas
• You can work in a fast-paced environment where things change quickly
• You are eager to learn and grow within a growing company

Basic Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in digital media, video production, or creative production
• Understanding of, and interest in, the TikTok platform and audience

Rate: $30/hr

Favored.live

Casting Ca: Professional Dancers for Videoshoot

Job Details: We are seeking 8 professional male and female dancers with athletic builds and great shapes for an exciting upcoming videoshoot. This is an opportunity to showcase your dance skills and be a part of an artistic project that will capture the essence of music and movement. If you are passionate about dancing and have the talent to match, we want you to be a part of this production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform dance routines and choreography as directed by the choreographer and director.
• Collaborate with the production team to bring the artistic vision to life through dance.
• Rehearse and perfect dance sequences as needed.
• Maintain a professional attitude and demeanor throughout the shoot.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and protocols during rehearsals and on set.
• Bring creativity and energy to the project, contributing to the overall success of the videoshoot.

Requirements:

• Professional dance experience and expertise.
• Strong dance skills in various styles (e.g., hip-hop, contemporary, jazz, etc.).
• Athletic build and a well-toned physique.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow direction.
• Reliability and punctuality.
• Must be available on September 29th for the shoot in Atlanta.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Previous experience in music video or commercial shoots is a plus but not required.

Compensation:

• Compensation: $200 USD each (for a full day of shooting).
• Meals and refreshments will be provided on set.
• Professional exposure and a chance to collaborate with a creative team.

This is an excellent opportunity for professional dancers in the Atlanta area to showcase their talent, collaborate with experienced professionals, and be a part of an exciting project. If you meet the requirements and are available on September 29th, we encourage you to apply and join us for this dynamic videoshoot.

Casting Call: Sportswear Campaign – Identifying/Non-Binary Talent

Job Description:

We are currently seeking Identifying/Non-Binary talent based in Los Angeles for an exciting sportswear campaign. We welcome individuals of all shapes, sizes, types, ages, and vibes to apply. This campaign celebrates diversity and self-expression, showcasing the dynamic intersection of personal style and active lifestyles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Pet Owners: We are looking for individuals who have a unique and unexpected pet companion. Your role will involve showcasing the bond between you and your pet while wearing our sportswear collection.

• DJ/Genre Blending Music Artists: We’re seeking DJs and music artists who excel at blending genres and have a distinct, boundary-pushing style. Your role will involve wearing our sportswear while creating a vibrant, energetic atmosphere.

• Street Chefs (Line Cooks/Food Truck Owners, etc.): We’re interested in individuals with a passion for street food and culinary innovation. Your role will involve donning our sportswear while showcasing your culinary skills in dynamic, urban environments.

• Gardeners/Landscape Architects, etc.: If you have a green thumb or a talent for crafting outdoor spaces, we want to hear from you. Your role will involve wearing our sportswear while tending to gardens or creating stunning landscape designs.

Requirements:

• Must be based in Los Angeles.
• Identifying/Non-Binary individuals are encouraged to apply.
• No previous modeling experience required.
• Must be comfortable in front of the camera and have a unique, authentic style.
• Depending on the category, specific skills (e.g., DJing, culinary expertise, gardening) may be required.

Compensation:

• All selected talent will receive a competitive compensation package.
• Additionally, talent will receive exposure through our extensive marketing campaign.
• Selected individuals will also receive a selection of sportswear from the campaign.