New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Female Indonesian Talent for Non-Union Feature Film

Role: Student Studying Abroad in New York

Age Range: 21-38

Language Requirement: Must be able to read/speak Indonesian

Job Details: We are casting for a day player role in the non-union feature film “The Architecture of Love,” based on the acclaimed Indonesian novel by Ika Natassa. The selected candidate will be portraying a student studying abroad in New York.

Job Responsibilities:

• Bring the character to life and embody the essence of a young Indonesian student navigating life in New York.
• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members to deliver a compelling performance.

Requirements:

• Female
• Indonesian ethnicity
• Age range: 21-38
• Proficient in reading and speaking Indonesian
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory

Filming Date: Tentatively scheduled for November 14, 2023

Compensation: $250/day

Casting Call: Commercial Casting – Non-Speaking Role

Description: We are seeking a male actor aged 35-40 who embodies the essence of a small business owner, potentially owning a skateboard shop or apparel store. This role is for an insurance commercial set in Albany, NY.

Job Responsibilities: The selected actor will be featured in a scene where they discover their shop has been robbed overnight. They will convey a sense of devastation and frustration before reaching out to their insurance company for assistance and reassurance.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Age Range: 35-40
• Appearance: Should convincingly portray a small business owner, potentially owning a skateboard shop or apparel store.
• Location: Must be available for shooting in Albany, NY, specifically at the Lark Street Business.
• Union Status: Non-Union
• Speaking Role: Non-speaking

Compensation:

• Rate: $500/day
• Travel: The selected actor will be responsible for their own transportation to the location. No travel expenses will be covered.

Casting Call: Artisan Talent for Shoe Campaign

Project Dates: November 15th – November 17th

Job Description:

We are seeking a diverse group of talented artisans including musicians, painters, illustrators, jewelry makers, ceramicists, textile artists, and more for an exciting shoe campaign. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your craft in a high-profile campaign that celebrates creativity and individuality.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create and showcase your artwork or craft in your own workspace or studio.
• Collaborate with the production team to integrate your work into the shoe campaign.
• Be available for shooting on the specified dates (11/15-11/17).
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Must be based in NYC or able to travel to NYC for the shoot.
• Demonstrable expertise in your respective artistic medium (music, painting, illustration, jewelry making, ceramics, textiles, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in your own studio or workspace.
• Availability for the specified shoot dates (11/15-11/17).
• Strong communication skills and a cooperative attitude.

Compensation:

This is a paid opportunity. Compensation details will be provided upon selection.

Casting Call: Fit Model / Stand In

Job Detail: We are seeking a fit model/stand in for an upcoming project. This role requires a Black/African American male with specific physical attributes. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate fittings and stand-in work for our production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as a stand-in for the lead actor to assist with lighting, camera angles, and rehearsals.
• Collaborate closely with the costume and wardrobe department for accurate fittings and adjustments.
• Maintain consistent communication with the production team to ensure seamless integration into the production process.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability during the shoot, taking direction from the director and cinematographer.

Requirements:

• Black/African American male.
• Height: Exactly 6’0″.
• Athletic and defined build, avoiding excessive bulkiness.
• Long hair that is of sufficient length to be braided.

Compensation: This is a paid position. Compensation will be discussed with the selected candidate during the audition process.

Casting Call: Dancer for Global Athletic Brand Shoot

Job Description:

We are currently seeking proficient dancers between the ages of 18-26 for an exciting paid shoot in New York. This shoot is for a renowned global athletic brand, offering a fantastic opportunity to showcase your talent and be part of an exciting project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Execute choreographed dance routines with precision and style.
• Collaborate closely with the choreographer and production team to bring the creative vision to life.
• Display versatility in dance styles, with a particular interest in contemporary and interpretive dance.
• Maintain a high level of energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Age: 18-26 years old.
• Gender: All gender and gender non-conforming individuals are encouraged to apply.
• Ethnicity: Black, Latinx, Middle-Eastern, North African, Chinese.
• Proficiency in various dance styles, with a strong emphasis on contemporary and interpretive dance.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to take direction effectively.
• A strong passion for dance and a desire to contribute creatively to the project.

Compensation:

• Payment: Competitive industry-standard rates will be provided, commensurate with experience and talent.
• Travel and Accommodation: Any necessary travel and accommodation expenses will be covered by the production team.

Keuka College Promo – Casting Call

Job Details:

• Project: Keuka College promotional video
• Shoot Dates: November 9 + 10 (1 day required, no conflicts)
• Location: Penn Yan, NY

Job Responsibilities:

1. DAD (30’s male)

   • Non-speaking role, but requires expressive acting.
   • Portray a cubicle employee who eventually gets promoted to a bigger office.

2. DAUGHTER (8-12 yr. old female)

   • Speaks one line: “I’m thirsty.”
   • Expressive acting required.
   • Demonstrates a strong affection for her father.

3. WOMAN (20’s female)

   • Part of a support group initially, then evolves into a confident and influential leader.
   • Requires strong acting skills to convey this character transformation.

Requirements:

• All ethnicities are welcome to apply for these roles.
• Availability on November 9 + 10 with no scheduling conflicts.
• Ability to portray the specified character traits and emotions accurately.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $500 flat rate for the day of shooting.

  Creative Director  

At Last Crumb, we pride ourselves for being on the edge of creativity, controversy, and virality. We are in search of a Creative Director who can help us elevate our brand’s identity, offline and online, while ensuring it reflects our values and resonates with our audience. Last Crumb is not about satisfying a sweet tooth. We are a luxury brand that happens to be cookies. How Last Crumb makes you FEEL is as important as how Last Crumb tastes.

“Virality is rooted in unexpectedness.” 

Position Overview: 

Last Crumb thrives in our willingness to take chances. Last Crumb demands perfection in every aspect of the brand. From the cookies, to packaging, to photography, copywriting, collaborations and activations. As the Creative Director, you will be the guardian of our brand’s visual identity, both online and offline, at all times. Last Crumb is only in our third year of business, but we’ve identified ourselves as the most luxurious player in the field, and we must continue to justify that crown with every activation we do. The ideas we create should not only drive eyeballs to Last Crumb, but also hit our ideal clientele. 

What You’ll Do: 

⦁ Ideate new concepts and creative ideas that are innovative and align with our brand ethos. You set the tone for forward-thinking, positive, and an industry-leading creative organization.

⦁ Translate business and marketing objectives into clear creative strategies. We must always continue to WOW ourselves.

⦁ Work with the social media team to make sure we are on the absolute cutting edge of viral, fun and engaging content and activations.

⦁ Shoot the moon for elite collaborations. Last Crumb should become a brand luxury companies aspire to work with.

⦁ Manage the creative team and help them guide their functions, which include copy, design, photo, video and creative production.

⦁ Work with the Senior Director of Marketing to prioritize briefs and creative work and find efficiencies in creative workflow.

⦁ Have the ability to roll up sleeves and jump into a project with the understanding of when to delegate.

⦁ Create and oversee the evolution of our brand and voice guidelines and ensure they are adopted throughout the company and with agency partners.

⦁ Provide creative quality control over concepts and execution, assessing creative work to ensure ideas are as powerful in reality as they are in concept

⦁ Work with our digital marketing team and lead the strategy of creating industry leading video and photography content and how to best optimize those assets for brand awareness and paid media.

⦁ Work with the Senior Director of Marketing to oversee the creative budget, with a proven ability to deliver excellence on modest budgets.

⦁ Manage external creative agencies & resources.

Who you are:

⦁ You have a passion for cookies that borders on concerning.

⦁ Your track record is so solid, it makes our base dough look weak.

⦁ You have the innate ability to charm partners and consumers.

⦁ Your wit is sharper than the edge of our luxury signature box.

⦁ You have mastered the art of turning every challenge into a crumb-sized issue.

⦁ 10+ years relevant experience in an agency or an in-house creative team.

⦁ A creative, confident leader with excellent conceptual skills and big-picture thinking.

⦁ Deep understanding of social & content creative solutions and PR-able ideas.

⦁ Natural ability to identify and nurture ideas & talent.

⦁ Understanding of digital, social, PR, experiential, emerging platforms, and the evolving media landscape.

⦁ Experience working with Adobe Creative Suite & other design tools.

⦁ Someone who is a master of understanding our customer archetype and being able to dissect what truly interests them and how to conceptualize ideas with that in mind.

⦁ Someone on the precipice of trends. You pride yourself on being in-the-know. 

⦁ Someone that understands the luxury and gifting space.

⦁ Strong understanding and experience with the creative process and how to evaluate creative output in design, art direction, and copy.

⦁ Experienced in managing a department budget. This would include production savviness, knowing how to work within budgetary constraints.

⦁ A people-focused leader who can organize, motivate, and elevate the creative output and skills of the team. You are a strong manager who can demonstrate industry best practices when it comes to leading a department, but also a doer who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty.

⦁ Positive, self-motivated and have a growth mindset with an high EQ.

⦁ Eager to take on new challenges, introduce and implement new approaches and ideas, grow, test and learn.

⦁ Excellent communication and organizational, both for your department and with peers

⦁ Comfortable working both autonomously and collaboratively with a team.

⦁ Impeccable attention to detail, building clean, well-prepared design files that are easily digestible for all receiving parties.

*******APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT A COVER LETTER******

Cover Letter must include:

1. Introduction to yourself and why you believe you are the TOP candidate for this position.
2. Answer to Thought question #1: Describe or visually represent what ‘Virality is rooted in unexpectedness’ means to you.
3. Answer to Thought question #2: Pitch an idea for a viral video that embodies the spirit of Last Crumb and resonates with our brand’s luxury status.

Last Crumb

Casting Call: Makeover Show Participant

Job Type: Temporary (1-2 days)

Location: Tri-State Area (specific location TBD)

Job Description: We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals in the Tri-State area who are ready for a transformative experience! This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a dynamic makeover show that aims to revamp your style and enhance your confidence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Willingness to undergo a complete style transformation, including hair, makeup, and wardrobe changes.
• Collaborate with our talented team of stylists, makeup artists, and fashion experts to achieve a fresh and updated look.
• Share personal style preferences and provide input during the makeover process.
• Engage with the production team and host in a positive and cooperative manner.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must be a resident of the Tri-State area (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut).
• Open to trying new styles and embracing change.
• No previous experience in modeling or television required.
• Must be available for the shoot date(s) as specified by the production team.

Compensation: Participants will receive:

• A stipend for their time and participation in the makeover process.
• Access to high-quality professional photos showcasing the new look.

Job Title: Events and Promotions Manager

Location: New York City

Terms: Full Time – Hybrid: 3 Days in NY Office

Base Salary Range: $100,000 – $125,000

SUMMARY: The Events and Promotions Manager will be responsible for enhancing our brand image and reputation in order to drive sales through meticulously planned events and promotions. You will be responsible for strategically developing, planning, and executing events and promotional campaigns that resonate with our target audience and reflect our brand standards. This role will report to the SVP of Marketing and Brand Strategy.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

I. EVENT PLANNING AND PROMOTIONS

• Strategically develop and plan client events, including product launches, exclusive previews, Trade shows, and VIP client receptions within brand guidelines.
• Partner with various Corporate Stakeholders, Retail and Trade teams to ensure successful execution of events.
• Coordinate all aspects of event logistics, including but not limited to communication with internal stakeholders, third party vendors, venue selection, catering, décor and visual displays, entertainment, printed materials, photography, etc
• Manage the transfers, packaging, shipment, and careful handling of merchandise and product displays within brand guidelines.
• Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective execution while maintaining luxury standards, including negotiating with suppliers and various vendors
• Oversee on-site event operations, including run-of-show, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for attendees.
• Help develop content and creative messaging for events and supporting materials (invites signage). Oversee production of all promotional materials (leaflets, postcards, invitations, inserts, etc…).
• Responsible for developing a strategic Events & Promotional Calendar, ensuring timelines are followed and communication is relayed to appropriate stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyze the effectiveness of promotional efforts, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
• Prepare post-event and promotional campaign reports, analyzing key metrics and providing insights for future improvements.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activities to inform event and promotion strategies.

II. VISUAL MERCHANDISING

• Oversee and execute all aspects of visual merchandising for Retail Boutiques, Trade accounts and events to ensure brand guidelines are followed and regional needs are met.
• Communicate with headquarters to ensure all global branding is up to date and adhered to within region.
• Coordinate building and installation of Shop-in-Shops for trade accounts.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in event planning and promotions, preferably within the luxury industry.
• Strong project management and organization skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative thinking and a keen eye for detail.

JOB COMPETENCIES

• Project Management – Designs, implements and manages projects and the related resources to successful completion. Determines project goals, sets schedules and identifies resources required.
• Priority Setting – Plans and organizes work activities. Knows what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal. Needs to be good at setting priorities, recognizes what needs to be done in order of importance, and uses goal and objectives to prioritize tasks
• Planning – Able to accurately scope out the length and difficulty of tasks and projects, sets measurable objectives and goals and breaks down work into the process steps necessary to get things done. Develops schedules and timelines.

MIKIMOTO CORE COMPETENCIES

• Job Knowledge – Able to complete all routine tasks independently. Understands and performs most phases of the job well. Keeps abreast of changes in areas of expertise. Provides good advice in areas of responsibility.
• Initiative – Identifies opportunities and issues, proactively acts and follows through on work activities to resolve or capitalize on them. Works independently with little direction.
• Problem Solving – Regularly demonstrates the ability to solve difficult problems with effective solutions in a timely fashion. Seeks input from others when making a decision. May be relied upon to do so without supervision and seeks advice when unusual situations arise. Makes decisions based on accurate and complete analysis of information.
• Teamwork – Effectively works with others. Able to resolve conflicts and listens to others. Maintains honest relationships and is respected by others.
• Dependability – Can be trusted or relied upon to act in the way required or expected to get the work done. Is present at work. Is a team player. Takes responsibility for actions.
• Communication – Shows an understanding of the need to initiate or respond to information in an appropriate, timely and complete manner. Oral and written communications are usually acceptable, being both comprehensible and appropriate.
• Flexibility – Demonstrates flexibility. Adapts plans and goals for new conditions. Stays current with the organizational objectives and applies knowledge to new methods.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package including Salary, Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits, Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Offers 401(K) Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Summer “Days”
• Annual Gym Reimbursement
• Mikimoto Employee Discount
• Eligibility may vary based on level and tenure, subject to change

Mikimoto America