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Casting a Wilson Chinn Look a like
SACRED MOTIVATION – STARRING WILL SMITH!
**Higher rate for battlefield scenes!**
Filming battle scenes in the Covington, LA and Bush, LA areas!
This film will tell the horrific, yet heroic story of Whipped Peter, who escapes a Louisiana plantation. He was a pivotal figure in exposing the brutality of slavery and served as a soldier in the war.
You do not have to be registered with Central Casting to work so share this casting notice with your friends and family!
Please read thoroughly and submit only if you are available and okay with production’s requirements.
- FILMING RATE: $250/12 hours (HIGHER RATE)
- GAS Bump: $40
- COVID Rate (for off set testing): $100
You must take a mid-nasal PCR COVID test every 48 hours prior to fitting or filming. Initial COVID testing in New Orleans or Bush, LA.
- WILSON CHINN: Seeking submissions for men can portray Wilson Chinn (18+ years old). This scene will be directly after the Civil War. Wilson Chinn, along with Peter – helped expose the cruelty of slavery by having his photograph distributed in the North. Must be willing to have your hair altered to reflect Wilson Chinn (please look at the photo below). Facial Hair is good! Filming will be exterior. Please no strong/modern cuts/styles (like locs or dreads) or unnatural colored highlights. The makeup department may add facial hair in some cases.
**As a condition of working on set, Background Actors (including children and parents) will be subject to the same testing requirements as cast & crew in advance of work dates.**
Production will also require that anyone over the age of 8 wear a face mask that covers your nose and mouth to be worn while on set or while at any production facility (including testing center).
SACRED MOTIVATION – STARRING WILL SMITH!
**Higher rate for battlefield scenes!**
Filming battle scenes in the Covington, LA and Bush, LA areas! This film will tell the horrific, yet heroic story of Whipped Peter, who escapes a Louisiana plantation. He was a pivotal figure in exposing the brutality of slavery and served as a soldier in the war.
You do not have to be registered with Central Casting to work so share this casting notice with your friends and family!
Battle scenes filming December 2nd through December 10th!
Please read thoroughly and submit only if you are available and okay with production’s requirements.
FILMING RATE: $210/12 hours (HIGHER RATE)
GAS Bump: $40
You must take a mid-nasal PCR COVID test the first day you work (likely around 5 AM) and every 48 hours prior to fitting or filming.
- UNION SOLDIERS: Seeking submissions for men who appear to be black teenagers and/or children (18+ years old) to portray soldiers fighting on the battlefield! Must be willing to grow out hair and be clean shaven! Filming will be exterior. Please no strong/modern cuts/styles (like locs or dreads) or unnatural colored highlights. The makeup department may add facial hair in some cases.
- Casting 18-20 year olds who can portray teenagers
**As a condition of working on set, Background Actors (including children and parents) will be subject to the same testing requirements as cast & crew in advance of work dates.**
Production will also require that anyone over the age of 8 wear a face mask that covers your nose and mouth to be worn while on set or while at any production facility (including testing center).
CASTING 12 – 15 yr old MINORS for a Disney Channel TV Series
*** You do not have to be registered with Central Casting to work***
ULTRA VIOLET AND BLACK SCORPION (Disney Channel TV series)
- This is an action-comedy superhero tale about the legacy of one family’s magical luchador mask! It’s a coming-of-age story told from the perspective of a young Mexican American girl!
- Filming in Chalmette, LA – Wednesday Dec 1st
- COVID Test in Chalmette, LA- Monday Nov 29th
Please read thoroughly and submit only if you are available and okay with production’s requirements.
*HIGHER* FILMING RATE: $125/12 hours + $125 for guardian who brings the minor to set.
COVID Test RATE: $100
You must take a mid-nasal PCR COVID test at least 48 hours prior to fitting or filming.
CASTING 18yr old’s and older – Run of Show Stand Ins/Photo Doubles Who can Portray Hispanic for a Disney Channel TV Series
*** You do not have to be registered with Central Casting to work***
ULTRA VIOLET AND BLACK SCORPION (Disney Channel TV series)
This is an action-comedy superhero tale about the legacy of one family’s magical luchador mask! It’s a coming-of-age story told from the perspective of a young Mexican American girl!
Filming in Chalmette, LA November – January
COVID Testing in Metairie, LA
Please read thoroughly and submit only if you are available and okay with production’s requirements.
FILMING RATE: $175/12 hours
COVID Test RATE: $100 (You will be cadence tested every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)
You must take a mid-nasal PCR COVID test at least 48 hours prior to fitting or filming.
Guaranty Media, home of Eagle 98.1, 1045 ESPN, 100.7 The Tiger & Talk 1073 has an IMMEDIATE Part-time Video Producer.
Candidates must be available to work a variety of hours including early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. Duties will include producing live talk shows, firing digital graphics, operating cameras, sending shows to a YouTube livestream (and local/regional television networks), sharing show links on social media, and operating a Ross video switcher. Prior experience not necessary but is helpful.
Please send resume and materials to HR Director danielle@guarantymedia.com. NO CALLS PLEASE!! Females and minorities are encouraged. GBCBR, LLC is EOE.
GUARANTY CORPORATION
About Gray Television:
Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 101 television markets. Upon closing pending transaction, Gray will own television stations serving 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.
We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.
The Investigative Team:
The Gray National Investigative Team is expanding! We’re looking for an Executive Producer to help manage our award winning team of journalists with a primary focus on growing our digital footprint. While the job will be based out of our television station in New Orleans, we will consider the right candidate who wants to work remotely.
Job Summary/Description:
The Gray National Investigative Team is expanding! We’re looking for an Executive Producer to help manage our award winning team of journalists with a primary focus on growing our digital footprint. While the job will be based out of our television station in New Orleans, we will consider the right candidate who wants to work remotely.
We are looking for a candidate who can:
- Manage our OTT platform InvestigateTV by developing and implementing strategies to grow our audience and revenue. Serve as liaison with technical and sales operations to identify ways to enhance and develop sustainable business model.
- Help oversee our weekly 30-minute show that airs on all Gray Television stations.
- Oversee and manage all consumer content produced by our team that’s distributed to our 102 local television stations.
- Help manage and communicate with our partners and local stations.
Qualifications/Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field. Must have management experience. Willingness to work non-traditional business days/hours and travel for work. Pre-employment drug screen required.
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
As a condition of employment, Gray Television will require that newly hired employees, whether part-time or full-time, be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus by the first workday to the extent permitted by applicable law unless you qualify for a medical or religious accommodation.
Gray Television
The Advocate is committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce while providing unique opportunities and career paths for our employees.
About us: Our company is locally owned and is the largest news organization in Louisiana with a staff of more than 100 journalists across our three markets – New Orleans, Baton Rouge and Lafayette. That allows us to be agile, to experiment, to succeed – and to fail.
We believe strongly in the power of local journalism. It’s why we want to continue our digital transformation, become more focused on what our readers’ wants and needs and build upon a business model that will allows us to publish authoritative local news for another 100-plus years.
Primary Responsibilities:
Responsible for producing daily carrier paperwork at the DC’s and facilitates the distribution to contractors
Coordinates the flow of product (newspapers and newspaper inserts) throughout the distribution center with a primary emphasis on quality control
Quality Control includes identifying, accounting and exchanging damaged or spoiled products with clean, unwrinkled and readable products
Accurately places and verifies quantity of product in correct staging locations (Carts, carrier stations, or other designated locations)
Responsible for distributing Advanced Product at carrier stations prior to delivery time.
Troubleshoots open delivery areas and communicates with District Managers.
Produces Computer generated Route Lists for carriers that request them ahead of distribution.
Experience, and Knowledge Requirements:
Considerable knowledge of forklifts and power jacks and their operation.
Good knowledge of product identification.
Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Active listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Reading comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents such as safety manuals and order of delivery bags.
Ability to communicate information and ideas in both speaking and writing so others will understand
Ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide quickly and correctly.
Ability to attend to details, thereby minimizing errors
Ability to perform tasks without constant supervision
Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Ability to recognize product differences.
Ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your tow hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects to pick up, move and help load bundles of newspaper or operate a power pallet jack.
Physical Requirements (sensory acuity)
The job requires the following demands daily: Hear normal conversation, hear faint sounds, signals, etc., see nearby objects, have accurate depth perception, have accurate color vision, and speak clearly so someone else can understand what you say.
Physical Requirements (coordination, dexterity and strength):
The job requires the following physical demands daily: balancing, bending, crouching, feeling, finger dexterity, grasping, jumping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs., pulling and pushing in excess of 200 lbs, reaching, standing, stooping, twisting, turning, sitting, walking, and rapid working speed.
The job requires the following physical demands less than once a week: throwing.
Work Environment:
Daily exposed to: Extreme cold or heat for prolonged periods and moving vehicles.
More than once or twice a week and less than daily exposed to: temperature changes, high humidity, dryness, wetness, dust, and outdoors subject to weather conditions.
Once or twice a week exposed to: Slippery footing and caustics.
Less than once a week exposed to: Loud noise (higher than 80 dB), vibration, and fumes, mists, and gases.
The Advocate is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to recruiting, developing, and promoting a diverse workforce while providing unique opportunities and career paths for our employees. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and experience levels to apply.
Capital City Press
ULTRA VIOLET AND BLACK SCORPION (Disney Channel TV series)
CASTING 18yr old’s and older – WHO CAN PORTRAY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS for a Disney Channel TV Series
*** You do not have to be registered with Central Casting to work***
This is an action-comedy superhero tale about the legacy of one family’s magical luchador mask! It’s a coming-of-age story told from the perspective of a young Mexican American girl!
Filming in Chalmette, LA – Friday 11/19
COVID Test in Chalmette, LA- Wednesday 11/17
Please read thoroughly and submit only if you are available and okay with production’s requirements.
FILMING RATE: $125/12 hours
COVID Test RATE: $100
You must take a mid-nasal PCR COVID test at least 48 hours prior to fitting or filming.
**As a condition of working on set, Background Actors (including children and parents) will be subject to the same testing requirements as cast & crew in advance of work dates.**
Production will also require that anyone over the age of 8 wear a face mask that covers your nose and mouth to be worn while on set and while at the testing facility.
Producer, Commercials – KATC
Are you looking for a career that is fast-paced and where every day is different? KATC, the E.W. Scripps Company ABC affiliate in Lafayette, Louisiana is looking for a positive, proactive, creative, and highly engaged individual to work as a Producer, Commercials in Creative Services. A Producer, Commercials is someone who is eager to develop connections and help power our local economy through creative and effective advertising by working collaboratively with the sales team and clients to produce television commercials and other program materials. This includes conceptualizing, coordinating, writing, shooting, and editing commercials.
A DAY IN THE LIFE:
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Conceive, write, and coordinate all video and audio materials necessary for production of commercials for station clients.
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Assist sales management and staff in creating sales videos for client presentations.
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Develop productive and effective relationships with clients and staff members.
OUR TEAM:
KATC is composed of a diverse community of welcoming, mission-focused and energetic individuals that continue to grow professionally as we grow our company, with everyone rising to their full potential in every aspect of our business. “Give light” is not just a motto at Scripps – it is a mantra that guides our daily work. We believe in the power of journalism to change lives, to strengthen communities and to create a better-informed world.
We are a diverse community of welcoming, mission-focused, and lively people that continue to grow as we grow our company and rise to our full potential in every aspect of our business. We’re located just about halfway from New Orleans and Houston on Interstate 10. Music, food, and family are passions for Acadiana residents, tourists, and students who attend the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.
We are committed to representing the audiences we serve. These are our neighbors, our friends and family. Our employees bring their whole selves to work – a diversity of backgrounds, ideas, opinions, life experiences and hobbies. We celebrate what makes us similar – like our passion for journalism – as much as we celebrate our differences. We welcome bright ideas and encourage an entrepreneurial spirit that will help us shape the future of our industry. Bring your passion and we will nourish your career with the tools to help you exceed your wildest career aspirations.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
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A Bachelors’ degree in Communications or a related field.
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At least two (2) years of professional experience producing, editing, and writing.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
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Able to shoot video on broadcast quality equipment
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Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop
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Professionalism to work with all levels of management and clients
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Must be a team player; along with an ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
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Ability to handle multiple priorities under extreme time constraints with poise, skill, and excellence.
HOW WE KEEP YOU SAFE:
Consistent with our commitment to maintain a safe workplace free of known hazards, all employees and visitors are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. We also may require staying up to date on booster shots in the future based on Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and manufacturer recommendations. If you are hired, we will require you to verify that you are fully COVID-19 vaccinated by Dec. 1, 2021 or your start date, whichever is later, unless approved for a medical or religious exemption by Scripps in writing. This requirement excludes positions located in Montana.
SCRIPPS’ COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION:
At Scripps, we are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are intentional about creating an environment where employees, our audiences and other stakeholders feel valued and inspired to reach their full potential and make authentic connections. We foster a workplace culture that embraces each person’s diversity, including the extent to which they are similar or different. Scripps leaders believe that an equitable and inclusive culture is not only the right thing to do, it is a business imperative. Read more about our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion at scripps.com .
ABOUT SCRIPPS:
The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP) is a diversified media company focused on creating a better-informed world. As the nation’s fourth-largest local TV broadcaster, Scripps serves communities with quality, objective local journalism and operates a portfolio of 61 stations in 41 markets. The Scripps Networks reach nearly every American through the national news outlets Court TV and Newsy and popular entertainment brands ION, Bounce, Grit, Laff and Court TV Mystery. Scripps is the nation’s largest holder of broadcast spectrum. Scripps runs an award-winning investigative reporting newsroom in Washington, D.C., and is the longtime steward of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Founded in 1878, Scripps has held for decades to the motto, “Give light and the people will find their own way.”
As an equal employment opportunity employer, The E.W. Scripps Company and its affiliates do not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, color, religion, age, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, citizenship or national origin, and military membership or veteran status, or on any other basis which would be in violation of any applicable federal, state or local law. Furthermore, the company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship for the company.
The E.W. Scripps Company
SACRED MOTIVATION – STARRING WILL SMITH!
**Higher rate for battlefield scenes!**
Filming battle scenes in the Covington, LA and Bush, LA areas! This film will tell the horrific, yet heroic story of Whipped Peter, who escapes a Louisiana plantation. He was a pivotal figure in exposing the brutality of slavery and served as a soldier in the war.
You do not have to be registered with Central Casting to work so share this casting notice with your friends and family!
Battle scenes filming November 29th through December 10th!
Please read thoroughly and submit only if you are available and okay with production’s requirements.
- FILMING RATE: $210/12 hours (HIGHER RATE)
- COVID Test RATE: $100_
- FITTING Rate: $52.50/2 hours
- GAS Bump: $40
You must take a mid-nasal PCR COVID test every 48 hours prior to fitting or filming. Pre-Employment COVID Testing will be in the New Orleans/Harahan area.
A Costume Fitting is mandatory and will be in New Orleans (Harahan). Fittings begin Friday 11/12 and go through Friday 11/19 (excluding weekends).
- BATTLEFIELD SOLDIERS: Seeking submissions for men who appear to be white or black and teenage – early 40s (18+ years old) to portray soldiers fighting on the battlefield! Must be willing to grow out hair and facial hair is a PLUS! Filming will be exterior. Please no strong/modern cuts/styles (like locs or dreads) or unnatural colored highlights. The makeup department may add facial hair in some cases.
**If you were previously booked for the battlefield scenes, you will also make the higher filming rate!
**As a condition of working on set, Background Actors (including children and parents) will be subject to the same testing requirements as cast & crew in advance of work dates.**
Production will also require that anyone over the age of 8 wear a face mask that covers your nose and mouth to be worn while on set or while at any production facility (including testing center).