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Company Overview
Extend is a rapidly growing fintech startup in the B2B payments space with a focus on serving banks and their customers. We have built the first virtual card platform of its kind, directly integrated with processors, networks, and the technology that supports banking across the industry. We offer several virtual card products including an app-as-a-service that banks can offer business customers with their existing credit cards, a suite of virtual card APIs for those looking to build custom payment solutions, and we also offer secure connectivity to key banking and payment services that enable 3rd-parties to integrate and embed payments into their software.
Founded in 2017 by 3 industry experts with experience at Fortune 500 companies, including American Express and Capital One, Extend is headquartered in Manhattan and has recently raised $40m in venture capital from top fintech investors. With extreme monthly growth and 40+ mission-driven employees, now is prime time to join our team!
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Job Summary
We are looking for an outstanding Digital Producer / Marketing Project Manager to join our growing Marketing team. Responsibilities include managing the end-to-end lifecycle of marketing projects (from requirement gathering and discovery, documentation of technical specs, creative development, and oversight of development initiatives to QA and project launch), team resourcing, and prioritizing accordingly against company goals and constraints. You will be the ultimate puppet master managing the day-to-day and long-term projects of a rapidly growing startup.
Here’s What You’ll Do Day-to-Day
- Project planning & resourcing
- Scope resource allocation, develop detailed project plans and timelines, and lead teams to established deadlines
- Understand company objectives and prioritize accordingly, understand how tasks and projects roll up to larger strategies and campaign goals
- Oversee and contribute to the documentation of business requirements and functional specs
- Research project requirements create proposals, and creatively problem-solve around timing, resources, and budgets, and plan contingencies
- Be the key contact to communicate technical recommendations, digital dependencies, and any possible limitations
- Project management
- Manage marketing projects across marketing, business development, sales, and other interdepartmental work streams
- Work with analytics to ensure all digital assets are properly tagged
- Coordinate integration of copy, creative assets,, and code for digital assets and other collateral
- Manage creative and technical development of work across website, digital campaigns, email, partner collateral, event materials, and other content needs
- Communicate project status to teams and leadership on a regular basis
- Route work through reviews and approvals
- Report and track design, dev, and QA tasks
- Provide oversight and quality control on all deliverables
- Proactively share information with teammates, convey feedback accurately and clearly
- Post-project management
- Effectively organize and archive assets
- Lead project post-mortems as needed
- Establish best practices and process enhancements
What We’re Looking For
- The right core skills
- Proven work experience as a digital producer in an agency or marketing project manager in a startup
- Excellent project management skills and attention to detail
- Understand core technologies related to the development of digital assets
- Detail-oriented and results-driven
- Experience with the project-management platform of your choice
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- The right mindset
- Strong work ethic
- Excellent prioritizations skills—can handle numerous project streams and solve conflicting resource needs
- Positive, humble, direct, and can-do attitude
- Team player who is collaborative and enthusiastic
- Adapts well to a fast-moving and unstructured environment to get things done
- Wildly curious and excited to grow a business
To all recruitment agencies, Extend does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Extend employees or any other company location. Extend is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes
Extend is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.
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We are looking for a Freelance Digital Producer for a top fashion company in New York, NY!
The Senior Digital Producer role requires an experienced background in digital production and a proven ability to effectively manage complex projects from concept to completion. The Sr. Digital Producer will shape and lead destinations for the brand from initiation through implementation by leveraging their ability to define the project scope/approach, by incorporating input from cross-capability leads throughout the project lifecycle and by driving solutions to reach final outcomes. This role requires an ability to communicate strongly and effectively with internal and cross-functional teams to drive decisions and next steps.
Responsibilities:
- Executes established production/process standards and provides suggestions and feedback on process refinements
- Maintain and execute superior standards of production
- Ensure user experience and messaging are validated with user testing when relevant; and maximize delivery of objectives
- Proactively anticipate, track, escalate and mitigate risks
- Ensure quality, compliance, and rapid response to customer or business issues
- Leverage analytics to drive iteration and optimization; measure impact of changes on KPI benchmarks & targets
- Lead hindsight meetings and implement opportunities for improvement
Campaign Production
Assists Production Team in producing brand initiatives and projects from concept to completion Engage partners frequently to maximize feedback and agility; calibrate and adjust efforts based on changing business needs Facilitate internal and cross-functional project kickoffs and reviews, intake feedback and execute follow-ups with various partners. (Interface frequently with Creative, Merchandising, Marketing, Creative Operations, Digital Platform and Public Relations) Reviews the Marketing/Merchant strategy and acquires the appropriate information and details needed to deliver to Copy & Design for execution Ensures alignment and support of the ‘big picture’ for the customer & multiple channels. Liaises closely with site, media, email and social production partners to ensure messaging alignment is consistent throughout the mediums (copy, design, image, pricing details, etc.) Exercise clear communication with various cross-functional partners, clarifying requirements, creating/managing resources, schedules and expectations Ensures legal compliance and a positive customer experience is demonstrated in project Coordinates & filters feedback from multiple parties and manages execution of changes within the appropriate deadlines Manage contract producers as required. Develop team members through training and continuous coaching.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 5+ years’ experience with consumer-facing digital products/properties
- Some experience with a major consumer brand (agency experience acceptable), Retail/ecommerce experience a plus
- Experience using a Content Management System
- Experience running multi-faceted campaigns/projects from start to finish
- Builds and sustains relationships across the organization. Works with partners & balances feedback received with time/resources needed to meet deadlines. Negotiating skills a plus
- Ability to approach issues with flexibility; should be very agile with change management
- Highly functional in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Outlook and Mobile
- Confident leadership skills coupled with a strategic orientation
- Experience of working with creatives in all disciplines
- Ability to self-manage with stellar time-management skills
- Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects and prioritize
- Self-motivated, Team player
- Skillful in creative problem solving, negotiating and resolving conflict
- Experience managing web content and projects, including commerce, marketing, localization, accessibility
- Comfortable working with distributed teams balancing Lean/Agile Product practices with fixed-timeline campaign Projects
- Detailed understanding of ecommerce platform technology and OKRs
- Detailed and current familiarity with ecommerce best practices
- Some familiarity with User Experience research and design best practices
- Organized, structured, analytical and logical; strong problem-solving skills
- Strong and positive leadership presence: able to inspire, collaborate, and flex communication style to build trust and consensus
- High curiosity and learning orientation
- Able to gain insights on customer and business dynamics through metrics and drive to productive action
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, including relationship management, presentation, facilitation, and decision support
- Experience in and ability to define scope and requirements for projects
If this job description matches your background, please apply! #fashion
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.
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Solomon Page
Job Summary:
Good Morning America and ABC’s Early Morning News team is looking for a Digital Producer with AVID editing experience who can write and edit pieces on deadline and serve as a control room producer on weekends to coordinate graphic elements and other production processes. The position requires strong, proven editorial judgment, time-management skills and a background in TV news consistent with network quality production.
Responsibilities:
The role of Digital Producer is responsible for selecting, gathering and organizing all visual production elements for the broadcast. This includes all b-roll, sound and graphics for hellos, anchor intros, live guest segments and teases. The successful candidate will be someone an experienced journalist, who is extremely organized, has strong editorial judgment, experience in using visuals to help support story-telling, an understanding of the workings of ABC News (including archival video, graphics requests, editing processes and more) and a background of working effectively in a live control room environment. This position also interact with a wide range of team members including senior producers, anchors and on-air talent, control room crew, editors and graphics department.
Basic Qualifications:
- 4 years of production experience in major-market or network TV required.
- AVID editing skills required
- Ability to work overnight and weekends shifts
- Background in TV News consistent with network quality production
Required Education
BA or BS from four year accredited college or university (preferably with a major in finance, statistics, engineering – or similar analytical focus)
General Entertainment Content
Position Summary
The Producer will work with Strategy, Creative and Technology teams on the development of digital deliverables, most commonly websites. The Producer will work collaboratively to develop solutions and execute production efforts to help brands achieve their digital goals and will work to ensure projects are delivered on time, according to specifications, and on budget. While reporting to an Executive Producer, the Producer will serve as a conduit and partner to Technology, Creative, Strategy and New Business.
This individual is expected to document and track features and functionality throughout the lifecycle of a project, manage the QA process, including visual and functional QA during development, all the way through launch and post-launch, as well as create CMS training materials for clients where applicable. Excellent problem-solving, technical, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills are critical to this role. This individual will be at the center of a fast-paced environment and be relied on to prioritize daily, weekly and project deliverables, facilitate decisions among stakeholders, and maintain process and best practices.
Responsibilities will include:
- Building and executing project plans and coordinating the efforts of the overall team, including client-side technology teams, producers and creatives, as well as all key internal parties
- Building and managing timelines, clearly setting expectations, and realigning expectations internally as priorities change
- Gathering functional requirements and documenting them as a client-ready deliverable
- Translating strategic recommendations into technical documentation
- Collecting and authoring accurate and clear requirements based tasks for developers
- Managing quality assurance testing
- Managing development tasks in tracking software with the ability to break down larger features into actionable tasks
- Recognizing blockers and working with teams to determine root cause, ensuring responsible parties are informed and acting swiftly to resolve
- Facilitating and contributing to release preparations and release activities in conjunction with Technology team and client side IT
Skills:
- Ability to juggle multiple projects and priorities at any given time
- Familiarity with software development project management tools and processes
- Ability to proactively identify milestone interdependencies across different workstreams and projects and ensure feasibility of all project timelines and deliverables
- Experience developing full sites and custom CMS’s in WordPress; Experience with Drupal and other platforms a plus.
- Experience managing frontend as well as backend website developers, and well as internal and external development teams/vendors.
- Fluency in project tracking software like Trello, Pivotal, Jira, etc.
- Understanding of deployment protocols, source control, hosting, and migrations
- The ideal candidate should have a basic understanding of the technical limitations and implications of design choices.
Experience:
- 3–5 years of Producer experience in an agency, digital consultancy, or other environment working on full-scale site builds for multiple clients.
- Mavenlink familiarity a plus
- Bachelor’s degree in business, technology, computer science or systems management discipline
Gables Search Group
Job Summary:
ABC News is seeking an Executive Producer for “Nightline.”
ABC News is responsible for a broad portfolio of news and documentary programming across linear and digital platforms within Disney General Entertainment, including the ABC Television Network, Hulu, ABC News Live, and ABC audio and satellite service NewsOne. Programs produced by ABC News include “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “Nightline,” “Good Morning America,” “GMA 3” “20/20,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos,” “Start Here”, “24 Hours: Assualt on the Capitol”, “The Housewife and the Hustler” and a number of multi-part documentary and timely news specials. An award-winning team provides the latest information and analysis of major events to bring viewers a big-picture understanding of the world.
The Executive Producer of Nightline will oversee all editorial and managerial aspects of the nightly program, while also developing a strategy for the future of the brand in the Walt Disney Company’s multi-platform environment, with an emphasis on the streaming future.
Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years’ experience in in-depth reporting of major news stories and possess a journalistic mastery of crime, justice and human interest reporting. The candidate needs to have a deep understanding of news and be able to pivot to breaking news specials when required, managing the news division’s reporting resources, a full staff, and production assets for quick-turnarounds on a moment’s notice.
The candidate must innovate visually and narratively in a multi-platform ecosystem with an eye toward finding a story palette that will appeal to a broad-based, multi-cultural viewership and deliver satisfying journalism that continues to surprise, inform and inspire. Additionally, the EP must be committed to building a diverse staff that can deliver high-impact programming to a broad-based audience.
Exceptional leadership skills are required. This leader will champion an innovative, highly collaborative, diverse culture that promotes idea generation, open communication, respect for others, and excellence. The EP of Nightline must seamlessly integrate disparate parts of the division into the program’s work flow: sales, standards, legal, promotion, finance and HR. The candidate must also be fluent in budgeting and production costs that can be tailored to the broadcast’s revenue structure and will need to execute strategies to meet established goals/objectives to drive ratings, audience and revenue. The EP must also be fluent in talent management, juggling the needs of anchors, correspondents and support teams, knitting together the various constituencies within the staff and around the news division. Lastly, this leader must execute all policies/objectives while maintaining the highest level of ethics and standards.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience in long form storytelling
- Proven ability to build, manage and lead a team; Experience managing creative teams in a high-pressure environment
- Strong editorial judgment
- Executive-level presentation and communication skills
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- A team-first, no-drama working style, with a focus on results
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills which will enable this leader to interact with a range of personalities and styles and establish effective relationships at all levels of the organization; must have a problem-solving approach, be highly self-motivated, well-organized and have a strong work ethic
Required Education
- BA or BS from a 4 year accredited college or university or equivalent experience
General Entertainment Content,ABC News
Job Summary:
ABC News is seeking an Executive Producer for “Nightline.”
ABC News is responsible for a broad portfolio of news and documentary programming across linear and digital platforms within Disney General Entertainment, including the ABC Television Network, Hulu, ABC News Live, and ABC audio and satellite service NewsOne. Programs produced by ABC News include “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “Nightline,” “Good Morning America,” “GMA 3” “20/20,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos,” “Start Here”, “24 Hours: Assualt on the Capitol”, “The Housewife and the Hustler” and a number of multi-part documentary and timely news specials. An award-winning team provides the latest information and analysis of major events to bring viewers a big-picture understanding of the world.
The Executive Producer of Nightline will oversee all editorial and managerial aspects of the nightly program, while also developing a strategy for the future of the brand in the Walt Disney Company’s multi-platform environment, with an emphasis on the streaming future.
Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years’ experience in in-depth reporting of major news stories and possess a journalistic mastery of crime, justice and human interest reporting. The candidate needs to have a deep understanding of news and be able to pivot to breaking news specials when required, managing the news division’s reporting resources, a full staff, and production assets for quick-turnarounds on a moment’s notice.
The candidate must innovate visually and narratively in a multi-platform ecosystem with an eye toward finding a story palette that will appeal to a broad-based, multi-cultural viewership and deliver satisfying journalism that continues to surprise, inform and inspire. Additionally, the EP must be committed to building a diverse staff that can deliver high-impact programming to a broad-based audience.
Exceptional leadership skills are required. This leader will champion an innovative, highly collaborative, diverse culture that promotes idea generation, open communication, respect for others, and excellence. The EP of Nightline must seamlessly integrate disparate parts of the division into the program’s work flow: sales, standards, legal, promotion, finance and HR. The candidate must also be fluent in budgeting and production costs that can be tailored to the broadcast’s revenue structure and will need to execute strategies to meet established goals/objectives to drive ratings, audience and revenue. The EP must also be fluent in talent management, juggling the needs of anchors, correspondents and support teams, knitting together the various constituencies within the staff and around the news division. Lastly, this leader must execute all policies/objectives while maintaining the highest level of ethics and standards.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience in long form storytelling
- Proven ability to build, manage and lead a team; Experience managing creative teams in a high-pressure environment
- Strong editorial judgment
- Executive-level presentation and communication skills
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- A team-first, no-drama working style, with a focus on results
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills which will enable this leader to interact with a range of personalities and styles and establish effective relationships at all levels of the organization; must have a problem-solving approach, be highly self-motivated, well-organized and have a strong work ethic
Required Education
- BA or BS from a 4 year accredited college or university or equivalent experience
General Entertainment Content,ABC News
Job Summary:
ABC News is seeking an Executive Producer for “Nightline.”
ABC News is responsible for a broad portfolio of news and documentary programming across linear and digital platforms within Disney General Entertainment, including the ABC Television Network, Hulu, ABC News Live, and ABC audio and satellite service NewsOne. Programs produced by ABC News include “World News Tonight with David Muir,” “Nightline,” “Good Morning America,” “GMA 3” “20/20,” “This Week with George Stephanopoulos,” “Start Here”, “24 Hours: Assualt on the Capitol”, “The Housewife and the Hustler” and a number of multi-part documentary and timely news specials. An award-winning team provides the latest information and analysis of major events to bring viewers a big-picture understanding of the world.
The Executive Producer of Nightline will oversee all editorial and managerial aspects of the nightly program, while also developing a strategy for the future of the brand in the Walt Disney Company’s multi-platform environment, with an emphasis on the streaming future.
Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 15 years’ experience in in-depth reporting of major news stories and possess a journalistic mastery of crime, justice and human interest reporting. The candidate needs to have a deep understanding of news and be able to pivot to breaking news specials when required, managing the news division’s reporting resources, a full staff, and production assets for quick-turnarounds on a moment’s notice.
The candidate must innovate visually and narratively in a multi-platform ecosystem with an eye toward finding a story palette that will appeal to a broad-based, multi-cultural viewership and deliver satisfying journalism that continues to surprise, inform and inspire. Additionally, the EP must be committed to building a diverse staff that can deliver high-impact programming to a broad-based audience.
Exceptional leadership skills are required. This leader will champion an innovative, highly collaborative, diverse culture that promotes idea generation, open communication, respect for others, and excellence. The EP of Nightline must seamlessly integrate disparate parts of the division into the program’s work flow: sales, standards, legal, promotion, finance and HR. The candidate must also be fluent in budgeting and production costs that can be tailored to the broadcast’s revenue structure and will need to execute strategies to meet established goals/objectives to drive ratings, audience and revenue. The EP must also be fluent in talent management, juggling the needs of anchors, correspondents and support teams, knitting together the various constituencies within the staff and around the news division. Lastly, this leader must execute all policies/objectives while maintaining the highest level of ethics and standards.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 15 years’ experience in long form storytelling
- Proven ability to build, manage and lead a team; Experience managing creative teams in a high-pressure environment
- Strong editorial judgment
- Executive-level presentation and communication skills
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- A team-first, no-drama working style, with a focus on results
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills which will enable this leader to interact with a range of personalities and styles and establish effective relationships at all levels of the organization; must have a problem-solving approach, be highly self-motivated, well-organized and have a strong work ethic
Required Education
- BA or BS from a 4 year accredited college or university or equivalent experience
General Entertainment Content,ABC News
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 editorial content across multiple platforms during an assigned shift. Includes scripts for special content, politics and breaking news. This may relate to important daily news coverage, franchise, feature, or special event coverage and documentaries.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervisory responsibilities for newsroom staff and station personnel working on newscasts with particular emphasis on Producers, Associate Producers, Reporters, Multi-media Journalists, and News Photographers, ensuring the department’s staffing and assignment needs are met
- Solve the challenges that come with dynamic news coverage
- Develop backups for critical coverage
- Oversee decisions on story lineup, video/audio elements, graphics and timing to construct a show
- Work with Producers to create the newscast product
- May fill in for Producers as needed
- Produce special programming as needed
- Perform writing, editing and digitizing functions as needed
- Generate story and coverage ideas on a daily and long-term basis
- Handles shift scheduling and approves paid time off when applicable
- Follow through on all assignments meeting 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 news and high-stress situations
- Ability to effectively train others
- Basic editing skills
- Must adhere to attendance guidelines
- Must be able 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! Roles may require the following:
- Overtime may be required to meet deadlines
- Varying schedule due to, breaking news and/or daily news coverage requirements
- Provide 24×7, 365 days per year, on-call support. May entail phone or physical presence at the facility for equipment failure or other disasters. This includes, but is not limited to equipment and power failures, loss of contracted services, storms or severe weather, and schedule conflicts
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SPECTRUM
Under the direction of WaitWhat co-founder and series creator Deron Triff, the Executive Producer of Meditative Story will lead the production team in creating approximately 40 new episodes each year. The EP will also support WaitWhat’s Head of Audience Growth to expand the show’s reach, and strategically design production strategies that accelerate the property’s ability to scale in different media formats.
About Meditative Story
Meditative Story combines vivid first-person stories with mindfulness prompts inserted into the narrative, and presented inside a breathtaking musical composition. There is nothing like it. With a new episode each week featuring an original story from a beloved, well-known personality or newer voice, the show’s listen-through rate is believed to be the highest in the world at 115%. Meditative Story is most recognized for its standards for inventiveness, exquisite storytelling, and original music.
Meditative Story is growing at a rate of 50% annually, and monthly downloads are now approaching 750,000. Apple Podcasts, among other platforms, regularly feature the series on their home page. And in a recent survey of 275 listeners, Meditative Story earned a NPS score of 74.
We’ve designed the production process for Meditative Story to yield unforgettable stories that have profoundly positive effects on listeners. And we partner with our storytellers to craft the stories they most want to share with the world. Our kindness, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence builds trusting, fond relationships with storytellers, many of whom tell us that the experience was the best in their professional lives, and they go on to recommend other storytellers to us.
Meditative Story is made free to the world on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Play and other audio streaming platforms. In recent months we launched a Membership program for Meditative Story that includes a number of benefits including live events, curated gifts from featured partners, access to Sleep Song — a bedtime experience that is inspired by the core musical arrangements we create for each episode. In the coming months we anticipate extending Meditative Story into a publishing, a wellness product for companies, among other format expansions designed to reimagine the experience for different needs.
Requirements
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Prepare and oversee the Meditative Story production budget and schedule.
- Oversee curation of extraordinarily compelling, and often surprising, storytellers with unmatched diversity, including sought-after personalities throughout the schedule.
- Lead thoughtful, incisive interviews with storytellers to pull out captivating narratives that are beautifully revealing, relatable and nuanced.
- Help storytellers prepare for tracking sessions and coach them during the recordings.
- Oversee and support the show’s Head Writer/Editor in managing a team of Meditative Story contract writers to execute beautifully crafted stories inside of tight deadlines.
- Oversee and support the show’s Producer in managing the production schedule, completing assemblies, ensuring releases are signed, conducting recording sessions with hosts and storytellers, managing the media assets, collaborating with the Web and social teams, and various other weekly duties.
- Lead hiring and staffing for the podcast format of Meditative Story, all in accordance with WaitWhat’s annual planning and budget.
- Oversee excellence in audio editing/assembly/mastering.
- Supervise the overall performance of the series and work with the audience growth team to meet or exceed projections quarterly download goals.
- Super serve Meditative Story brand partners, ensuring ads are exquisitely crafted and inserted in the podcast, and reports are delivered with rich context about performance.
- Cultivate the relationship with the host, Rohan, making the experience creatively appealing and joyful for him.
- Suggest format iterations and experiments designed to build audience, grow retention, and push the boundaries of inventiveness.
- Provide editorial and design teams the materials to support promotion and engagement.
- Support strategic efforts to extend Meditative Story into television, products, membership offerings and more.
Qualifications (please detail these in your cover letter or resume)
- 5+ years of demonstrated podcast production experience exceptionally produced shows
- Experience creating and managing sophisticated budgets and complex schedules
- Deep understanding of podcast performance metrics and the ability to extract insights
- Great communication skills, both written and verbal, in English
- Self-starter with a get it done attitude (No two days are the same)
- Extraordinary time management and multi-tasking skills
- Fast and eager learner, with critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Benefits
This is a Full-Time position, with the intention to be New York City– and office-based as soon as it’s safe. We offer a benefits package that’s generous and competitive with larger companies. Benefits include 3 weeks of company holiday (2 weeks in summer + one week between Christmas and New Years), 5 personal days, healthcare (PPO, vision and dental), short- and long-term disability, life insurance and 401(k). We work startup hours, but we also rest. We’re an anti-racist organization, committed to equity and diversity of all kinds — on our team, among our investors, and as represented on our media properties. Most importantly, we only hire extremely kind people.
- If this sounds like you, please include a cover letter telling us why.
About WaitWhat
WaitWhat is creating the most valuable independent portfolio of premium IP at the intersection of daily habit and human potential — with a contrarian strategy to scale.
Downloaded more than 70 million times, WaitWhat’s media properties have defined new genres in the areas of business (Masters of Scale with Reid Hoffman), wellness (Meditative Story) and creativity (Spark & Fire). In everything WaitWhat creates, it aims to elicit the contagious emotions of wonder, curiosity, and mastery — infusing its content with “Wait, what?” moments that spark curiosity and help us live at the top of our potential.
Founded by June Cohen and Deron Triff — the former TED execs who launched TED Talks and led the media organization for a combined 17 years — WaitWhat’s approach to content is unique in the industry, with a passion for inventing new business models and building inventive partnerships. Learn more about WaitWhat >>
WaitWhat
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 editorial content across multiple platforms during an assigned shift. Includes scripts for special content, politics and breaking news. This may relate to important daily news coverage, franchise, feature, or special event coverage and documentaries.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervisory responsibilities for newsroom staff and station personnel working on newscasts with particular emphasis on Producers, Associate Producers, Reporters, Multi-media Journalists, and News Photographers, ensuring the department’s staffing and assignment needs are met
- Solve the challenges that come with dynamic news coverage
- Develop backups for critical coverage
- Oversee decisions on story lineup, video/audio elements, graphics and timing to construct a show
- Work with Producers to create the newscast product
- May fill in for Producers as needed
- Produce special programming as needed
- Perform writing, editing and digitizing functions as needed
- Generate story and coverage ideas on a daily and long-term basis
- Handles shift scheduling and approves paid time off when applicable
- Follow through on all assignments meeting 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
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Unlock Your Acting Potential: New York City Casting Calls and Auditions on Project Casting
New York City, often dubbed the “Big Apple,” is not only the largest city in the United States but also a global epicenter for the performing arts. From the dazzling lights of Broadway to the bustling film and television studios, NYC offers a plethora of opportunities for actors at all stages of their careers. If you’re an aspiring actor looking to break into the industry or a seasoned professional seeking new roles, Project Casting is your gateway to the city’s vibrant casting calls and auditions. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore how Project Casting can help you navigate the competitive landscape of New York City’s entertainment industry.
Why New York City?
A Hub for Entertainment
New York City boasts a rich cultural heritage and a dynamic entertainment scene. It’s home to:
•Broadway Theater: The pinnacle of live theatrical performances.
•Film and Television Studios: Including Silvercup Studios and Kaufman Astoria Studios.
•Independent Film Scene: A thriving community of indie filmmakers.
•Commercial and Modeling Opportunities: Numerous advertising agencies and fashion shows.
The city’s diverse backdrop and iconic locations make it a favorite for filmmakers and producers, leading to constant demand for fresh talent.
Introducing Project Casting
What is Project Casting?
Project Casting is a leading online platform that connects actors, models, and other performers with casting calls and auditions across the United States. It offers a user-friendly interface where talent can find opportunities ranging from major film productions to local theater projects.
Why Use Project Casting for NYC Opportunities?
•Comprehensive Listings: Access a wide array of casting calls specific to New York City.
•Real-Time Updates: Stay informed about the latest auditions and opportunities.
•User-Friendly Search: Filter casting calls by type, location, and role requirements.
•Industry Insights: Gain valuable information on audition tips, industry trends, and networking events.
Navigating New York City Casting Calls on Project Casting
Setting Up Your Profile
To maximize your chances of landing a role, start by creating a compelling profile:
•Professional Headshots: Upload clear, high-quality photos.
•Resume: Include your acting experience, training, and special skills.
•Demo Reel: Showcase your talent through video clips of past performances.
Searching for Casting Calls
Use the platform’s search function to find opportunities:
1. Visit the Project Casting Website: Navigate to Project Casting.
2. Select Location: Choose “New York City” or specify boroughs like Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens.
3. Filter by Category: Select categories such as film, theater, commercials, or modeling.
4. Review Listings: Browse through the casting calls that match your criteria.
Understanding Casting Call Details
Each casting call provides essential information:
•Role Description: Details about the character, including age range, ethnicity, and personality traits.
•Project Type: Indicates whether it’s a film, commercial, theater production, etc.
•Audition Dates and Locations: Know when and where to show up.
•Submission Requirements: Instructions on how to apply, including materials to submit.
Tips for Success in NYC Auditions
Preparation is Key
•Research the Project: Understand the production’s tone, style, and context.
•Know Your Material: Memorize lines and be ready to perform with confidence.
•Dress Appropriately: Wear attire that fits the character without being a full costume.
Professionalism Matters
•Be Punctual: Arrive early to allow time for check-in and preparation.
•Bring Necessary Materials: Have extra copies of your headshot and resume.
•Positive Attitude: Maintain enthusiasm and courtesy throughout the process.
Networking Opportunities
Auditions are also a chance to network:
•Connect with Peers: Build relationships with other actors and industry professionals.
•Stay in Touch: Exchange contact information for future collaborations.
Unique Opportunities in New York City
Broadway and Off-Broadway Productions
Project Casting lists auditions for:
•Musicals and Plays: Opportunities to perform on some of the world’s most renowned stages.
•Workshops and Readings: Get involved in the development of new works.
Film and Television Roles
With numerous productions shooting in NYC, casting calls are plentiful:
•Major Studios: Auditions for films by prominent directors and producers.
•Independent Films: Opportunities to take on challenging roles in indie projects.
•Television Series: From network shows to streaming platforms like Netflix and Hulu.
Commercials and Print Ads
The city’s advertising industry offers:
•Commercial Spots: Appear in national or regional advertisements.
•Modeling Gigs: Opportunities for print and digital campaigns.
Success Stories
Testimonials
•“Project Casting has been an invaluable resource. The platform is easy to use, and I’ve found numerous auditions that led to significant roles.” – Michael L., Actor
•“Being new to NYC, I didn’t know where to start. Project Casting connected me with casting calls that matched my type and experience level.” – Tanya S., Actress
Leveraging Project Casting Beyond Auditions
Educational Resources
•Blog Articles: Access tips on acting techniques, industry news, and career advice.
•Workshops and Classes: Find information on acting classes and workshops in NYC.
Community Engagement
•Forums and Groups: Participate in discussions with fellow actors.
•Social Media: Follow Project Casting on platforms like Instagram and Twitter for updates.
Staying Safe and Informed
Avoiding Scams
Project Casting strives to verify all postings, but actors should:
•Research Productions: Ensure the legitimacy of the project and casting directors.
•Never Pay to Audition: Reputable casting calls do not require payment to apply or audition.
Adhering to COVID-19 Protocols
•Stay Updated: Be aware of any health guidelines or requirements.
•Follow Instructions: Comply with any safety measures outlined in the casting call.
Conclusion
New York City is a land of endless possibilities for actors, and Project Casting serves as a valuable tool to unlock these opportunities. By providing a centralized platform for casting calls and auditions, it simplifies the search process and connects talent with the projects that suit them best. Whether you’re dreaming of gracing the Broadway stage, starring in a film, or appearing in a commercial, Project Casting can help you navigate the vibrant NYC entertainment landscape.
Take the Next Step
•Visit Project Casting Today: Start exploring casting calls in New York City at Project Casting.
•Create Your Profile: Set up a compelling profile to catch the eye of casting directors.
•Stay Persistent: The road to success requires dedication, so keep honing your craft and applying to opportunities.
Embark on your acting journey in the city that never sleeps, and let Project Casting be your guide to the spotlight.