New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Differently Abled Child Models Needed

Job Description: We are seeking differently abled children to model for a reputable clothing line’s new range of children’s wear. This is an opportunity to represent inclusivity and diversity in the fashion industry. The photoshoot will take place in mid-May in New York City.

Job Responsibilities:

• Attend a fitting session to try on various outfits in size 2T/3T.
• Work with the photographer and director to capture the essence of the clothing line.
• Be able to follow direction during the shoot and provide a range of expressions and poses.
• Engage with the styling team and respond positively to adjustments.
• Participate in promotional activities related to the shoot if needed.

Requirements:

• Applicants must be children with differing abilities.
• Age: Appropriate for clothing sizes 2T/3T.
• Availability for the entire duration of the photoshoot in mid-May in NYC.
• Legal guardian must be present at all times during the shoot.
• Previous modeling experience is not required, but a patient and positive demeanor is essential.

Compensation: This is a paid opportunity. Specific compensation details will be provided upon application and will be commensurate with the industry standards for similar work. Travel and accommodation expenses will be covered if applicable.

Casting Call: Little League Family for Commercial Shoot

Job Description: We are currently seeking real families of Little League baseball players for an upcoming commercial shoot. The families should own a black car, model year 2018 or older, and must be available to work on the specified date. This is a fantastic opportunity for Little League families to participate in a production that celebrates the spirit of youth baseball.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a commercial shoot alongside your Little League player.
• Be able to follow directions from the director and crew members.
• Engage with the production in a professional manner.
• Be available for the entire shooting schedule on the specified date.
• Have your black car available and in clean condition for the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be the family of a Little League baseball player.
• Own a black car, model year 2018 or older, that is in good condition.
• Must be available to work on the date of the shoot (4/24/24).
• Be comfortable being filmed and follow the production’s guidelines.
• Punctuality and reliability are essential.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive day rate to be disclosed upon application.
• Possible additional compensation for the use of your vehicle in the shoot.
• Any travel expenses incurred will be reimbursed, terms to be discussed.

Casting Call: Actor for Musical Workshop

Job Detail: Indigo Casting is thrilled to announce an open casting call for a dynamic and upcoming new musical. We are on the hunt for a talented individual to fill the role of “[Trevor]”—a character embarking on a poignant and transformative gender identity journey. The ideal candidate will bring to life Trevor’s heartfelt quest for an authentic outward expression, embodying both charisma and a deep sense of empathy for the underdog.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character “[Trevor]”, an individual aged 18+ playing a 16-year-old, navigating the complexities of gender identity.
• Demonstrate a strong connection to the character’s emotional arc, engaging audiences with authenticity and care.
• Collaborate with the director, writers, and other cast members to develop a deep understanding of the character and storyline.
• Attend all rehearsals and workshops as scheduled, showing commitment to the role and the production.
• Perform songs as required for the role, demonstrating vocal strength and control.

Requirements:

• Actors must be 18 years of age or older to submit, while playing a 16-year-old character.
• Pronouns: He/They, non-binary, and gender nonconforming actors are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Vocal Range: C3-Bb5, with a need for strong vocal capabilities.
• Availability: Must be a local hire in NYC and available in June 2024.
• Submission: Interested candidates should submit a short video of themselves singing, alongside their name and location details.

Compensation:

• Details on compensation will be discussed upon further progression in the casting process.

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

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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

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