New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Role/Title: Art Director

Salary Range: 90-95k

Hybrid- 3 days on-site

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 for a client of ours.

Responsibilities:

• Design and contribute to presentations/pitches
• Work closely with the Creative Director and Project Manager
• Develop creative concepts and executions of assigned project
• Lead by example and consistently create with a high level of output, and present in a fast paced work environment with multiple team members
• Experienced in concept generation through execution

Required skills:

• BFA or BS in Graphic Design, Packaging Design or related major
• Previous agency experience or similar experience
• Passionate about delivering excellence, self-motivated, proactive, open-minded, and positive attitude
• Proficiency in Adobe CC (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Strong background in branding design
• In-depth knowledge of print and packaging design
• Ability to render in 2D (3D rendering experience a plus)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Must have experience in CPG industry, beauty Industry experience is a plus

You must be able to work in the New York, NY area to be considered. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply today.

Clutch

Duration: 03 Months Contract

Job Description:

· As a “Art Director V” in the Brand Innovation Lab team, you’ll be creating one-of-a-kind campaigns for a wide range of global brands.

· You’ll partner with copywriters, designers, solutions managers and producers to create innovative work by hacking the Client canvas.

· You’ll lead projects and own client relationships, focusing on creating work that benefits the end customer while pushing the creative envelope.

· And with new tech rolling out all the time, there’s always an opportunity to create something innovative on behalf of our clients.

· This role will use data and insights to create campaign strategy and concepts, designing and art directing campaigns around never-before-done brand experiences that will solve customer problems, on and off Client platforms.

· You have strong conceptual, presentation, storytelling and project management skills, as well as digital media, and of course, an acute attention to detail.

· The candidate’s portfolio should feature interesting, insight-driven campaigns and ideas that solve an advertiser.

· problem through a variety of different media channels, including but not limited to video, social, digital, activations, radio, and outdoor.

· This role will be client-facing, so having good presentation skills to share work in a succinct and compelling way is important.

Daily Responsibility:

· Partnering with IMDb to create a reality content series for a soap brand.

· Designing a trivia experience for a brand using Prime Video titles.

· Create an AR experience to highlight the benefits of different beauty products.

· Reviewing and improving campaign ideas and presentation decks.

· Working through creative messaging feedback with Legal and PR.

· Presenting a campaign to brand clients and their partner media agency.

· Reviewing video edits for an influencer product launch campaign.

· Writing documentation to improve creative processes.

Job Responsibilities:

· Concept, design and execute innovative ad campaigns and experiences for global brands.

· Partner with copywriters, designers, program managers, developers, strategists and producers to create customer-focused solutions that deliver on advertiser objectives.

· Independently lead campaigns and collaborate with internal teams, clients and external agency partners.

· Deliver high-quality designs and stellar art direction for campaigns across different Client touch points.

· In-depth understanding of Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Keynote.

· Data-driven and obsessed with understanding customers and making work that delivers results.

· Present ideas and concepts to clients, agencies and internally.

· Proven ability to ideate for film, print, digital, out-of-home, experiential and social.

· Ability to manage multiple projects at one time to make aggressive deadlines – Mentor and inspire younger designers and creatives.

Basic Qualifications:

· 8+ years art direction / design / communications experience at advertising agencies and/or in-house creative departments.

· Must have an online portfolio URL in your resume, demonstrating an art direction, design and conceptual thinking skillset, as well as big, campaignable thinking that can extend into any medium.

· Strong understanding of digital and social platforms, as well as their use within marketing.

Preferred Qualifications:

· You are scrappy, insightful and innovative problem solver.

· You bring visual flair and conceptual excellence to the work, inspiring clients and team members to raise the creative bar.

· You tell stories that connect brands with customers in a meaningful way, across different all channels, creating work that’s on strategy and delivers results.

· You love presenting to clients and internal folks, but can also handle feedback like a pro.

· You regularly push your comfort zone to stretch and improve yourself, never thinking “that’s not my job”.

· You are passionate about design, technology, advertising, marketing, and are always keeping pace with it.

· You use data and insights to create work that resonates with customers.

· You are ego-free and are highly collaborative, working with a diverse group of people and learning from them.

· You are a self starter, spotting an opportunity and making something out of nothing.

· You aren’t afraid to question the status quo, and take steps to change things for the better.

About US Tech Solutions:

US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com.

US Tech Solutions

MRM is looking for an Associate Art Director who has a strong design aesthetic and wants to learn more about visual hierarchy and telling a brand story. Whether it’s concepting with the copywriters or developing design solutions, you come to the table with compelling ideas. You know the importance of remaining flexible and take creative direction with ease.

Responsibilities

· Interest working in online and offline mediums

· Ensure format styles and brand standards are met

· Brainstorm creative concepts

· Develop compelling visual creative work

· Work closely with copywriters

· Be part of new business pitches

· Participate in internal meetings

· Shadow senior-level creatives as they present work to clients

· Collaborate with account, social media and UX teams

Requirements

· Talent and enthusiasm

· Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience

· Internship or professional experience within an ad agency preferred

· Portfolio of your work

· Knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop

· Strong communication skills

· Ability to work independently and as part of the team

About MRM

MRM is a modern relationship marketing agency that delivers transformative creative solutions at the intersection of business, culture, and technology. MRM operates in a borderless, integrated way, to allow for greater collaboration and velocity—all to the service of helping businesses grow meaningful relationships with people. MRM is part of McCann Worldgroup and the Interpublic Group of companies (NYSE: IPG), and spans 35 offices across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.mrm.com.

MRM is a leader in Gartner Inc.’s annual “Magic Quadrant for Global Digital Marketing Agencies” report. Gartner Magic Quadrants are based on an exacting methodology where agencies stand out for their strategic services, including business strategy and digital business transformation skills. MRM is noted for its global vision and strategy, and its use of tools and analytics enabling clients to deliver a measurable business impact as the result of those strategies.

We love our diverse workplace! MRM is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.

The salary range for this position is $45,000 to $65,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; the associated discipline; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee’s/applicant’s background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

MRM

We are seeking a highly experienced and talented Art Director to join our clients’ team. As an Art Director, you will be responsible for creating and executing innovative ad campaigns and experiences for global brands. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including copywriters, designers, program managers, developers, strategists, and producers, to deliver customer-focused solutions that align with advertiser objectives. As a Senior Art Director within the Brand Innovation Lab team, you will have the opportunity to create unique campaigns for a diverse range of global brands. Working alongside talented professionals, you will leverage your skills and expertise to produce innovative work by utilizing various platforms. You will take ownership of projects and client relationships, focusing on developing work that not only benefits the end customer but also pushes creative boundaries. With new technologies constantly emerging, this role presents exciting opportunities to deliver groundbreaking campaigns on behalf of their clients.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of art direction/design/communications experience at advertising agencies and/or in-house creative departments.
• Must have an online portfolio URL included in your resume, showcasing your art direction, design, and conceptual thinking skills, as well as a track record of big, campaignable thinking that can extend across various mediums.
• Strong understanding of digital and social platforms, as well as their application within marketing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• You are a scrappy, insightful, and innovative problem solver.
• You bring visual flair and conceptual excellence to your work, inspiring clients and team members to raise the creative bar.
• You possess the ability to tell compelling stories that connect brands with customers in a meaningful way across all channels, ensuring work is on strategy and delivers results.
• You excel in presenting ideas and concepts to clients and internal stakeholders, while also being receptive to feedback.
• You actively seek to push beyond your comfort zone, constantly striving for personal growth and improvement, and never shying away from new challenges.
• You have a genuine passion for design, technology, advertising, and marketing, continuously staying up-to-date with industry trends and advancements.
• You leverage data and insights to create work that resonates with customers.
• You are ego-free and highly collaborative, thriving in diverse team environments and embracing opportunities to learn from others.
• You are a self-starter, demonstrating the ability to identify opportunities and create impactful work from scratch.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize, design, and execute innovative ad campaigns and experiences for global brands.
• Collaborate with copywriters, designers, program managers, developers, strategists, and producers to develop customer-focused solutions that align with advertiser objectives.
• Take the lead on campaigns, independently driving projects while collaborating with internal teams, clients, and external agency partners.
• Deliver high-quality designs and provide stellar art direction for campaigns across various touch points.
• Possess an in-depth understanding of tools such as Sketch, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Keynote.
• Utilize data-driven insights to create work that delivers measurable results.
• Present ideas and concepts confidently to clients, agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrate the ability to ideate for film, print, digital, out-of-home, experiential, and social campaigns.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery under aggressive deadlines.
• Mentor and inspire younger designers and creatives within the team.

Educated Solutions Corp

Edisen is looking for a Creative Director based in the US who has an entrepreneur mindset, is goal-driven, has creative ability, and is familiar with the media production process. We are looking for someone who is willing to work across time zones with colleagues based in Europe and Singapore. The ideal candidate will be passionate about being involved in many aspects of the business including developing a strong client base and building and guiding a global team of creative and strategic talents.
 

WHAT YOU’LL DO   

• Work to develop integrated creative processes across all global offices
• Work across the group to support the one P+L structure and the wider business
• Lead, inspire, drive and deliver on the Edisen vision 
• Actively involved in driving the pitch processes from start to finish  
• Participate in bigger strategic meetings with clients  
• Ideate, write or direct and execute original and creative concepts in response to client briefs, objectives or goals 
• Manage multiple projects from concept through to completion, working with both in-house resources and third-party vendors 
• Manage, develop and lead the New York team day to day
• Develop unskippable creative that meets both our clients’ objectives as well as our business objectives 
• Oversee campaigns through the production stage to completion 
• Responsible for liaising with our 12+ offices, management and Clients in US, Europe and Asia 
• Present, share and review creative works
• Keep up to date with popular culture, trends and all digital new technologies 
• Support and drive forward diversity, and where possible talent nurturing through apprenticeships, or internships

WHAT YOU NEED 

• To be considered candidates must be located in one of the following states: CA, CO, CT, FL, IL, NJ, NY, TN, NV, VA
• Minimum 8+ years of work experience in a creative leadership role within a communication, advertising, design, or technology company
• Possess commercial awareness, post production and VFX knowledge, and content marketing exposure
• Minimum 2 years experience in managing and developing a team
• Willingness to work across multiple time zones including Europe and Singapore

WHO YOU ARE 

• You have an entrepreneurial mindset and take your own initiative
• You have strong analytical skills and are solution oriented
• You are flexible and quick to adapt
• You have a passion for leveling up the foundations of creativity and innovation
• You are organized and comfortable to navigate many priorities and deliverables at one time
• You enjoy mentoring and leading more junior talent
• You look for a balance of working independently and as part of a wider team
• You are polished in your communication skills and comfortable in leading conversations with internal and external stakeholders
• You have excellent time management to help structure your load and accomplish your goals

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

At Edisen, you’ll get an exciting challenge at a fast growing, entrepreneurial and global company, where we believe that high job satisfaction is the basis for personal achievement. With us, you get to work with market-leading brands and exciting customers who will challenge you, and you, them. 

Our employee benefits include:

• 11 paid holidays per year
• 401k Retirement Plan (employer contributions vested immediately)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 
• Pet Insurance
• Up to 25 days of paid vacation
• Up to 14 days of paid sick leave
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave

We believe our people and our work make the difference, for our clients and their audience. If you’re looking to make an impact, Edisen is the place for you. 

Compensation: $100,000-$160,000 based on experience

WHO WE ARE 

Meet Edisen. We make content you can’t ignore. Content that you can optimize, adjust and improve in-market through our cutting-edge AI. Content you can manage through our worldwide collaboration platform from inception to delivery. Content we call unskippable.

We are an independent, global specialist in production and content marketing powered by technology and fueled by creativity. We have 13 global offices but work as one team of 320 creators that make unskippable content. We’ve created for some of the world’s biggest and most innovative and recognizable brands, including Ikea, Dyson, Absolut, Netflix, CBS, Polestar, Lego and PBS. Just to name a few.

Edisen comes with a legacy of 25 years of best-in-class entertainment and award-winning post-production services. And we’ve got the Oscars and Cannes Lions to prove it.

Do you want to become unskippable? Join us!

Edisen provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Edisen

CASTING CALL

On the Street/Interview Show Casting

• 1 talent needed AGE 60+
• Shoot date flexible, anytime between tomorrow and Monday

RATE: $100 for 30 minutes.

*This is a US based remote role

Raptive is seeking a Principal Product Manager, Creator Dashboard to join our team!

The mission for this role is to help thousands of independent web creators monitor and scale their businesses by building great tools that they love to use. In this highly visible position, the Principal Product Manager, Creator Dashboard, will drive the strategic roadmap and execution of creator-facing products and solutions. This person will work closely with engineering, design, product, go-to-market, and other internal teams to identify and solve creator problems. We are looking for someone with a strong product background and a solid understanding of modern web technologies who is passionate about providing creators with meaningful reports, insights, self-service capabilities, and recommendations for improving their business. The ideal candidate is someone who is data-driven and thrives in an environment with autonomy and accountability for delivering business results.

What you’ll be doing

• Be the voice of external users of our applications and build a prioritized view of important problems to solve
• Use data to develop a well thought out vision, strategy and roadmap for our applications with feedback from our customers and from internal stakeholders (Creators, Support, Operations, etc.)
• Articulate the vision, strategy and business impact of various initiatives to get buy-in from other product, engineering and business teams who would need to provide support in executing product strategy
• Research, refine, and document user stories and product requirements by collecting feedback from customers, partners, and business teams
• Partner closely with engineering to deliver high quality solutions / features while understanding the underlying technologies & trade-offs needed
• Collaborate with customer success / sales / product marketing for new product launches and devise plans for product adoption and measure product success

The experience and skills you bring to the role

Experience:

• 5+ years experience in product management
• Deep experience designing and implementing B2B web interfaces and applications
• Solid technical understanding of how modern web applications are built and how they work
• Experience partnering and managing dependencies cross-functionally with teams spanning across product, engineering, design, marketing, sales/operations, customer success
• Experience working with a remote engineering team and comfortable with agile (scrum) product development
• Demonstrated prior success within a startup culture, building and managing high impact, cross-functional projects from ideation to launch that deliver business results
• Deep knowledge of product development dynamics and go-to-market tactics
• A big plus would be experience with AI/ML and/or experience in digital advertising landscape (ad servers, RTB, PMP, DSPs, DMPs)

Skills:

• Excellent problem solving skills and proven ability to navigate ambiguity
• Ability to articulate and influence other product teams to help them see the value of the problems we are solving and get necessary buy-in
• Self-motivated individual with strong communication (written and verbal), leadership, judgment, planning, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Ability to pick up new technologies, interact credibly with engineers, and understand tech tradeoffs

About Raptive

Raptive’s mission is to power creator independence. We’re a creator company that provides revenue, audience, business solutions, and much more for creators and enterprise publishers. Since the very beginning of digital content creation, we’ve been allies and advocates for every kind of creator and charted the uncharted to help creators grow their businesses through it all.

Today we are the catalyst for 4,000+ of the world’s most premium creators on the open web and rank as the seventh-largest digital property in the U.S. Creators who choose Raptive are premium content creators, trendsetters, iconic brands, and charismatic personalities, captivating more than 78% of U.S. audiences on their sites alone with the power to move and disrupt culture. They collectively rank #1 in Food, Family, Home, and Lifestyle–with a reach of more than 190M monthly unique visitors and more than half a billion followers across social platforms.

Creators are the future of media. And together, the future is ours to create.

The base salary range for this position is $120,000-210,000. The range provided is Raptive’s reasonable estimate of the annualized base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, geographic location, knowledge, skills and abilities.

For more information, visit www.Raptive.com or follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram.

Raptive is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with a common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Raptive is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please reach out to a member of our recruiting team.

Raptive

We are an AI-native video monetization platform, creating a new ecosystem of native inventory across gaming and sports to begin. We are excited to be working with the world’s most influential game developers, sports leagues, and streaming platforms including Activision Blizzard, UFC, Twitch, Riot Games, Ubisoft, MLB, Amazon Games, and PUBG PC and Mobile.

See our technology live in action on Call of Duty League on Youtube and Twitch every weekend or check out how our product evolved over the last 4 years with our friends at Call of Duty (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X35aOtIXJdY)

Starting June 10th, you can also see our technology live with UFC on Fightpass. https://www.ufc.com/news/ufc-and-4d-sight-introduce-new-ad-technology-insert-virtual-branding-octagon-ufc-278

Responsibilities

• Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines, and strategies in various creative projects in gaming, sports, and tv primarily for monetization purposes.
• Work with 3D motion graphic designers, UI/UX designers, engineers, and 3D artists
• Work with established brands with strict brand guidelines
• Collaborate with business development team to obtain knowledge of the client’s requirements
• Accompany brainstorming/creative sessions to generate ideas
• Write and design unique and well-crafted copy that meets clients’ needs as well as our own

Requirements

• Self starter
• Experience in creating 3D models and product animations (Blender knowledge is a plus)
• Good knowledge on Adobe programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects.
• Forward-thinking and understanding of the emerging tools, technology and business practices for the digital medium and progressive in learning the application of these tools and practices
• Willingness to step in and help staff with the day-to-day workload when necessary
• Strong communication, writing & presentation skills in English and Turkish.
• Ability to mentor less experienced staff members
• Portfolio showcasing your work and accomplishments
• Interest in gaming would be a plus

4D Sight

Casting Kids Ages 7-11 New York Based

We are looking to cast kids without a model agency for an upcoming photoshoot with a popular apparel brand.

Kids must be based in New York and between the ages of 7-11.

We would love to cast kids of all shapes, sizes, and ethnicities!

At Karla Otto, we are always looking for personalities with positive charisma who are enthusiastic, self-motivated and passionate.

The Manager, Lifestyle and Wellness will be a self-starter, but also a team player with the ability to lead and motivate others. An individual in this role will possess substantive industry knowledge and passion for hospitality and wellness categories. Ideally, this candidate will have strong relationships with lifestyle media.

The candidate must have an interest in fashion, entertainment and lifestyle trends and luxury culture. A true team player and committed mentor, this individual will be collaborative and eager to share ideas and information with all Karla Otto offices and teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS INCLUDE:

• Work closely with clients to develop compelling PR programs that drive brand awareness and purchase behavior.

• Proactively outreach to key lifestyle editors in long/short lead, broadcast and online media outlets to secure coverage, features, and news items

• Create pitches and lead brainstorms for client profiles and features

• Develop, write and edit PR materials and secure client sign-off as appropriate

• Compile monthly status and monitor progress on an on-going basis

• Partner with Karla Otto events team and outside vendors to ensure seamless execution of brand vision and deliverables at events

• Identify opportunities to expand services within the existing client portfolio such as offering additional digital, events or VIP services

• Develop and retain relationships with key contacts in the hospitality, luxury and lifestyle fields

• Able to lead, encourage, mentor, and develop junior staff members

KEY ATTRIBUTES & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Demonstrate solid understanding of and ongoing interest in culture, arts, fashion, lifestyle

• 5-7 years of relevant industry experience

• Must have a solid understanding of hospitality, lifestyle, luxury and wellness trends and industry

• Experience with business pitches

• Connections with press, media, influencers and social contacts preferred

• A keen eye for detail both with quantitative and qualitative data

• Strong agency/in-house background working with hospitality brands

• Demonstrates strong leadership qualities and effectively delegate to juniors where appropriate

• Ability to effectively influence junior level individuals and teams to meet their respective goals

• Sets goals, monitors and reviews plans and prioritizes tasks effectively

• Effectively manage multiple tasks and projects

• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Karla Otto is an international brand, communications & digital agency for industry leaders across fashion, beauty, design and lifestyle. It was established over 30 years ago in Milan, with offices subsequently opened in Paris, London, New York, Los Angeles, and most recently in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai & Seoul. Karla Otto embraces and celebrates diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.

Karla Otto provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join our team!

KARLA OTTO