New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Celebrate in Style at a Quinceañera! 

Job Details: We are casting for the vibrant and festive scenes of a Quinceañera. This upcoming project aims to capture the authentic atmosphere of this significant cultural milestone, and we need young, enthusiastic talent to fill the scene with energy and joy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a guest at a Quinceañera, following the director’s guidance.
• Portray various emotions and reactions appropriate for a festive event.
• Be present on set for the full duration of the required days.
• Work cooperatively with the main cast, crew, and other extras.
• Maintain high energy and a positive attitude throughout long shooting days.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 14 to 18, Latinx ethnicity.
• Must be available for all required shooting days (dates to be provided upon application review).
• Previous acting experience is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Must be able to follow directions and act naturally in a crowded setting.
• A parent or guardian must accompany applicants under 18.

Compensation:

• Competitive day rate, commensurate with experience.
• Food and beverages will be provided on shooting days.
• Travel and accommodation expenses are not covered unless otherwise negotiated.

Casting Call: Unconventional Father Figures for Video Project

Job Overview: Genuine, a creative agency specializing in heartfelt and impactful storytelling, is casting for a unique video project celebrating the diverse and meaningful roles of unconventional father figures. We are seeking males and male-identifying individuals who have embraced the role of a father figure in non-traditional contexts. This includes stepdads, godfathers, foster fathers, coaches, teachers, brothers, friends, and any others who have formed a father-like bond.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in filming sessions as scheduled.
• Engage in on-camera discussions about your experiences and relationships as an unconventional father figure.
• Interact naturally with your “child” or “children” on camera to showcase your relationship.
• Be open to sharing personal stories and insights into the dynamics of your father-figure role.

Requirements:

• Male or male-identifying individuals of any age.
• Must have a genuine father-figure relationship with one or more individuals, who can be teens, adults, or close in age to the father figure himself.
• Comfortable with being filmed and discussing personal topics on camera.
• Available to travel to the filming location (travel expenses covered).
• Consent for minors (under 18) to participate must be provided by a legal guardian.

Compensation:

• Adults: €500 per shoot day.
• Minors: €250 per shoot day.
• Additional compensation for usage rights (to be determined).
• All travel and related expenses will be reimbursed.

Casting Call: Background Actors for a Spike Lee Joint

Job Description: We are seeking vibrant and enthusiastic individuals to participate as paid background actors in an upcoming Spike Lee film project. The setting is the colorful and lively Puerto Rican Day parade. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to experience working on a film set, and no prior acting experience is required!

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a parade-goer in a film set replicating the Puerto Rican Day parade.

• Follow directions from the director and crew to ensure scenes are executed as planned.

• Collaborate with other actors and extras to create a believable crowd atmosphere.

• Be available for costume fittings and any necessary pre-filming preparations.

• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor on set.

Requirements:

• Open to all ethnicities, genders, and ages.

• Must be available for filming in the Bronx in mid-May 2024, with full-day availability.

• Must be able to provide documentation to complete the federal Form I-9 (List of Acceptable Documents available on the SAG-AFTRA website).

• SAG-AFTRA members should bring a current card or receipt showing active membership.

Compensation:

• General Union rate: $208/8 hours

• General Non-Union rate: $176/10 hours

Casting Call for First-Generation College Students for Branded Campaign

Job Detail: We are excited to announce a casting call for first-generation college students residing in New York City to participate in a unique branded campaign brought to you by IKEA and COMPLEX. This campaign aims to highlight the inspiring stories, challenges, and triumphs of students who are the first in their families to attend college. We’re seeking charismatic and diverse individuals who are eager to share their journey and make a significant impact through this powerful narrative.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in various campaign shoots, including but not limited to photo sessions, interviews, and video recordings.
• Share personal experiences and stories related to being a first-generation college student.
• Collaborate with the creative team to authentically represent the spirit and challenges of the first-generation student experience.
• Attend all scheduled fittings, rehearsals, and production dates as required.

Requirements:

• Must be a current first-generation college student or a recent graduate (proof may be required).
• Must be based in New York City and available for all production dates.
• Comfortable in front of the camera and willing to share personal stories.
• No previous modeling or acting experience necessary, but must have a genuine and engaging presence.
• Aged 18 or older.
• All ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Compensation:

• Competitive rates for all participating talents.
• Transportation and meal allowances will be provided on all shoot days.
• Exposure through IKEA and COMPLEX’s extensive media and social platforms.
• A unique opportunity to be the face of a campaign that celebrates educational journeys and diverse voices.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER, SPECIAL PROJECTS

Division: Production

Department: Audio

Location: Brooklyn, NY/ Remote

Reports To: Chief Content Officer

Term of Employment: December 31, 2024 [eligible for renewal]

Travel Percentage: 20%

Status: Full-time, Temporary, Exempt, Non-Union

Salary: $105,000 – $115, 000/ annually

Deadline to apply: Friday, May 3rd, 2024, 5:00 pm ET

THE ROLE

This is a grant-funded position. Renewal of the position is subject/dependent upon continued funding. If the grant is not renewed, the incumbent can apply for other roles within StoryCorps.

The Executive Producer, Special Projects will have a focus on supporting the production of stories for StoryCorps Brightness in Black Initiative. The Executive Producer, Special Projects will be the editorial lead for StoryCorps’ three-year initiative to counter the dominant, deficit-framed narratives about Black people with asset-framed stories of pride, joy, triumph, and excellence. This position will build and lead a team that will produce top-notch audio productions, to be broadcast on NPR and other national media platforms, as well as support the creation of Brightness in Black content on a local level in partner communities.

The Executive Producer is a proven leader who can inspire, motivate, and challenge staff to create their best work and find ways to constantly raise the bar on quality and storytelling. The position demands editorial excellence, ensuring that Brightness in Black content meets the highest standards of journalistic integrity, quality of craft, and production. It also requires a mind for operations to steward the smooth delivery of ambitious, high-profile audio productions.

The Executive Producer will be a strong collaborator who can work across departments within StoryCorps and with external partners. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of the Black media landscape and have proven skills in reaching new audiences.

The Executive Producer will directly supervise one producer. The Executive Producer will demonstrate and model leadership, collaboration across StoryCorps departments and divisions, and an unflagging commitment to creating content that showcases diverse voices and experiences that are relevant and accessible to diverse audiences.

The Executive Producer, Special Projects position is a temporary position set to end December 31, 2024.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Working closely with the Chief Content Officer, set the editorial direction for Brightness in Black and related editorial projects.
• Supervise the production of Brightness in Black audio content including, but not limited to, national broadcasts on NPR and other national media partners, podcasts, and digital offerings for the web and social media.
• Mentor and develop staff both editorially and as leaders.
• In collaboration with the rest of the Brightness in Black leadership team, identify and collaborate with local creators in partner communities who will produce local content.
• Supervise the production of local Brightness in Black content.
• Ensure the timely completion of all content deliverables for broadcast, grants, and StoryCorps’ organizational needs.
• Supervise the operational, financial, and HR workings of the team.
• Build and maintain editorial relationships with external broadcast partners.
• Provide editorial feedback and approval at critical editorial checkpoints, ensuring excellence, originality, and diversity of stories and participants.
• Help set and maintain internal standards for journalistic integrity, quality of craft, and audio production.
• Commission story ideas and pitches.
• Act as primary liaison with internal stakeholders in programs, marketing & communication, finance, legal, and development.
• Assist in StoryCorps’ program designs for initiatives and special projects, as needed.

ABOUT YOU

Required:

• Minimum 7 years of work experience in radio/audio production, or a similar field
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and meet competing deadlines
• Demonstrated knowledge of non-linear, narrative, and digital editing, including mixing music and audio; preferably on ProTools
• Demonstrated experience leading a creative team in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced media environment
• Prior experience working as part of a senior creative team creating content strategy and innovation projects
• Cultural competence/humility and the ability to work successfully with diverse groups of people
• Excellent public presentation and speaking skills
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to contribute to problem-solving activities within a growing, changing organization

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent work experience
• Knowledge of and experience collaborating with media networks and stations
• Track record of building an audience and reaching new audiences
• Experience producing content representative of diverse voices and audiences
• Expertise with ProTools
• Fluency in languages such as Spanish, Haitian, Creole, or other African languages/dialects

Physical Requirements:

• Travel Percentage: 20%

ABOUT STORYCORPS

StoryCorps’ mission is to help us believe in each other by illuminating the humanity and possibility in us all — one story at a time. Since 2003, more than 600,000 people, in all 50 states, have recorded StoryCorps interviews about their lives. We preserve and archive their recordings at the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress, the largest single collection of human voices ever gathered, and share select stories with the public through StoryCorps’ podcast, NPR broadcasts, animated shorts, digital platforms, and best-selling books. These powerful human stories reflect the vast range of American experiences, engender empathy and connection, and remind us how much more we have in common than what divides us. StoryCorps is especially committed to capturing and amplifying voices least heard in the media.

OUR COMMITMENT:

We seek to recruit and develop a staff whose diversity reflects the communities we serve, and strongly encourage applications from people of color, the LGBTQ+ community, and people of all ages, political beliefs, and cultures. StoryCorps records, shares, and preserves stories from across the country.

IN-OFFICE WORK:

Working at the StoryCorps office is optional except in certain circumstances, such as in-person training, if your position requires some in-office presence, or if your manager needs an in-person individual or team meeting, COVID guidelines permitting. For those who prefer to work in the office, that option remains.

COVID NOTICE:

All offers of employment requiring on-site/in-person work will be contingent on the candidate being Fully Vaccinated (at least two-weeks after last dose) prior to starting their new role. Reasonable accommodations can be discussed with HR personnel for individuals who cannot be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons. Proof of vaccination status is required at the time of extending the offer.

StoryCorps

Role: Pharma Art Director

Location: Chicago, NY, OR Philadelphia

Hybrid: On-site 3 days a week

Salary: Up to 100k

Clutch Creative is a rapidly growing staffing agency. We support our clients by identifying unreachable talent that helps their businesses grow.

Our candidates work with us because they know we have the best opportunities available to them and will help them navigate their next career move.

We care, we’re honest, and we hustle—that’s what makes us Clutch.

Clutch is looking for an Art Director with pharmaceutical advertising agency experience for a contracted position with a client of ours.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the Creative, Account and Digital teams to set timelines, scope projects and manage progress throughout development.
• Develop and deploy brand identities and design systems.
• Develop and transform conceptual ideas into memorable branded experiences for website, video, social, email, print, and digital executions.
• Work iteratively with the team on initial concepts, user flows, visual design, and prototypes.
• Participate in all project phases, from strategy and launch to future-state optimization.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as an Art Director or similar role in an agency.
• Authorized to work in the United States of America
• Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising, Design, or other related field
• A deep understanding of brand experience
• Experience designing for HCP & DTC pharmaceutical clients
• Ability to develop engaging and relevant brand experiences across multiple channels.
• Outstanding execution and care for all aspects of design, from conceptual thinking to motion and visual design.
• Extensive knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator.
• Experienced in Sketch and Figma
• Motivated to solve complex design challenges.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A portfolio of proven work

Please read: Contact from Clutch employees will always come from the domain @clutchnow.com ONLY and we will always provide a phone number where you can contact us. Clutch will NEVER present a job offer without a verbal or video interview and we will never ask you to transfer or pay money to get hired. If you are skeptical about any email or job offer, please reach out to us directly.

Clutch

Creative Producer – 6 Month Contract – W2 ONLY

Hybrid in the following Locations:

• New York, New York
• Boston, Massachusetts
• Los Angeles, California

Seeking a Sr. Creative Producer to oversee all production aspects, from partner selection to budget management. Responsibilities include talent sourcing, content creation oversight, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Responsibilities:

• Lead all production aspects, including partner selection and budgeting.
• Source creative talent and manage content creation.
• Initiate and execute photo and video productions.
• Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure legal compliance and contract negotiation.
• Provide clear project communication and upload content to platforms.
• Execute brand activations for a cohesive consumer experience.

Key Capabilities:

• Understanding of creative and production processes
• Ability to lead talent and crew toward a unified vision.
• Extensive network of creative partners
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Team-oriented and organized.
• Minimum 8 years of industry experience

Mainz Brady Group

Creative Director – Brand Refresh and Digital Identity

Hybrid Onsite: Work onsite in New York, NY, on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Client is seeking a visionary Creative Director to lead a brand refresh across websites and digital touchpoints. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker and skilled communicator.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Creative Vision: Establish and steer the creative direction for the brand’s digital presence, ensuring a cohesive and compelling brand story.
• Client and Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to understand their vision and objectives, translating them into innovative creative strategies.
• Mood Boards Creation: Develop mood boards that capture the essence of the brand and serve as a visual reference for all creative outputs.
• Brand Expression: Craft and implement a unique brand voice and visual identity across various digital platforms, including social media, email campaigns, and digital advertising.
• Brand Guidelines Development: Initiate the creation of a comprehensive brand identity guideline and brand book to ensure consistency in all brand-related activities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a similar creative leadership role.
• A strong portfolio showcasing expertise in brand development and digital design.
• Exceptional ability in graphic design, typography, and visual composition.
• Experience with creating brand guidelines and brand books.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in design software and branding principles.

Metasys Technologies, Inc.

Senior Art Director, Global Creative Lab New York (at Fast Retailing)

Overview

Global Creative Lab New York is a growing, influential group at UNIQLO/Fast Retailing whose mission is to elevate the UNIQLO brand by helping the company bring the best possible experiences to the greatest number of people around the world through creativity. This concept is inseparable from LifeWear, the UNIQLO core philosophy of producing the most thoughtful and highest quality apparel for everyone. LifeWear is made for all.

On the day to day, we have a voracious appetite for developing our best thinking, executing ideas at the highest level, and staying connected to the people, art, design, and culture all over the globe. We work on high-profile creative initiatives like fashion collaborations, global brand campaigns, ambassador partnerships, and many other special projects. We also assist our marketing departments with creative services like in-store print materials, motion graphics, social media designs, product design proposals, and many others. No matter the size and scope of the project, we believe that through creative excellence and innovation, we will continue to grow the business and evolve the UNIQLO brand well into the future.

The Position

The Senior Art Director is a visionary, coach, and workhorse in one crucial role. Working directly with the Associate Creative Directors, you will be responsible for bringing high-level ideas to life through thoughtful research, impeccable design, cultural savvy, and clear, persuasive storytelling.

Visionary. As an experienced creative, you are a highly trained problem solver. You know how to take a creative brief and run with it. You ask the right questions, have an efficient creative process, and can easily identify the path to getting the best work. You are in tune with the culture around you and can pull from your experiences to inform original ideas. You have a keen eye for talent, taste, and have worked with the best.

Coach. Your interpersonal skills are outstanding. You are a creative leader, and you have the work and network to show for it. You are highly collaborative—you lead by example and know how to get the best work from those around you. At times, you will be client-facing, so building trust with colleagues through patience, respect, and professionalism are essential. You are humble yet assertive. You are constructive in the face of conflict and productive in the face of urgency.

Workhorse. Above all, you are a maker at heart. You developed your career as a designer so your tools, techniques, and skillset are second nature. You work very fast, efficiently, and with stellar attention to detail. You know when to delegate to others, but also when to step in and take projects over the finish line when needed. You always push for the best creativity, yet are always open to other points-of-view.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to lead and take ownership of a variety of projects under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrates flexibility and patience with colleagues, both internal and external.
• Leads creative concept development through visual research, mockups, and storytelling.
• Leads on-set art direction of photo and video shoots by collaborating with photographers, stylists, creative directors and other members of the creative team.
• Ability to travel for photo shoots and meetings when needed.
• Oversees post-production processes like retouching, video editing, designing layouts and preparing toolkits for global distribution.
• Collaborates in a team environment and is respectful of the company culture.
• Can quickly respond and adapt to creative feedback and requests.
• Embodies a positive mindset and enthusiasm to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Highly organized with a high attention to detail.
• Accepts project accountability as a lead creative.
• Flexible to accommodate international timezones on occasion to meet business need.
• Liaise with third party providers and agencies when needed.
• Manages and mentors art directors and designers to help their career path.
• Manages project work streams and deliverables.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience; preferably at a creative agency or in-house brand.
• A diverse portfolio that shows a range of advertising, digital, and print work.
• Expert knowledge of art direction, photography, film, graphic design, typography and the full Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal).

Salary: $80 – $100 per hour

To apply for this position: Apply directly through LinkedIn.

*The offered salary or salary range is based on several factors, including, but not limited to, overall experience, relevant experience, education level, certifications, applicable skills and expertise, and location of the position. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO USA LLC does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law

UNIQLO

Casting Call: Tech Conference Participation

Job Detail: We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to participate in an upcoming tech conference at the Javits Center in Manhattan, NYC. Participants will be involved in various activities to ensure the smooth operation and vibrant atmosphere of the conference.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engage with conference attendees and staff in a professional manner.
• Provide assistance in navigating the conference events and locations.
• Represent tech brands or products as directed.
• Participate in demonstrations and presentations.
• May be required to perform scripted or unscripted scenarios for promotional purposes.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Professional, clean-cut appearance.
• Must possess a strong interest and savvy in technology.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact positively with attendees.
• Ability to stand and move around for extended periods.
• Available for the full call time from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Thursday, April 25th.

Compensation: This is a compensated position. Details regarding the compensation package will be provided upon contact. Participants will be selected based on their fit for the responsibilities and requirements stated above.