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Shapiro Auctions, a boutique auction house focusing on International and Russian fine and decorative art, seeks a self-motivated intern for minimum period of three months. The position offers a flexible schedule, but the successful candidate should be able to commit 8 hours a day, with a minimum of 2 days a (work) week . We are seeking a candidate that will primarily focus on assisting the photography department with editing via Photoshop and Lightroom, but who is flexible and willing to assist other departments as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

-study in one of the following (or closely related) areas: Photography or Graphic Design

-must be detail-oriented

-knowledge or interest in fine and decorative arts

-demonstrated proficiency in Photoshop and Lightroom

-ability to thrive in a fast-paced, tight-knit environment

-ability to multi-task and deal with shifting priorities

-fluency in Russian or Mandarin highly desirable, but not necessary.

-professional phone and email manner

-a sense of humor

Please note that the internship is unpaid , but it is possible to arrange for academic credit. Lunch and transportation (if needed) provided.

Please send your cover letter and resume or CV to: info [at] shapiroauctions [dot] com with “Internship Application” in the subject line. No phone calls or walk-ins, please.

PLEASE NOTE: All staff at Shapiro Auctions are fully vaccinated and we request the same from our interns for the safety of our team and our customers.

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Shapiro Auctions holds several auctions a year at its Westchester headquarters and specializes in Russian art, with European, American, and Asian works forming an integral part of each sale. Since its establishment in 2007, Shapiro Auctions has provided its clients with a rare combination of personal service and the ability to sell their art in the capital of the art world. The house advertises globally and is proud of having established numerous price records for a large number of artists. The artwork sold is not limited to time period either, as Shapiro Auctions regularly sells works by old masters as well as contemporary artists, and all periods in between. Visit us at www.shapiroauctions.com

Job Type: Internship

Shapiro Auctions

About us

The Independent is an online news publisher that was established in 1986 as a politically independent UK national newspaper. In 2016, The Independent became a fully digital publisher, moving away from print in pursuit of sustainability, and to keep its values alive. Through The Independent and indy100 websites, its subscription and contribution services, as well as its syndication and advertising businesses, The Independent is continuing the work of many decades to make its voice ever louder and more insistent the world over. Today, with over 100 million unique global visitors a month, we have teams across the globe, from Delhi, Moscow and the Middle East, through to London, New York and Los Angeles.

The role

The Independent is looking for several TV reporters to join our growing US team.

Reporting to the US entertainment editor and working with culture teams in the UK and Asia, you will be expected to write everything from reviews and trend pieces to profile interviews and quick-hit news pieces

We are looking for someone ambitious and hungry with their own voice and plenty of opinions on entertainment, with a particular passion for TV and is read in on all the latest trends, shows and releases.. We want original, fun ideas and someone who is willing to work hard and experiment. Some knowledge of SEO and trends would be an advantage.

The job

· Experience of working in a fast-paced environment

· You can work quickly and independently;

· You are self-motivated and ambitious to carve out their own beat;

· You are excited by variety.

Expected behaviours

• Continuous Improvement – Works in a smart, flexible and focussed way, is open to change and suggests ideas for improvements to the way things are done.
• Collaboration – Builds and maintains positive and supportive working relationships with colleagues. Helps to create an inclusive and professional work environment.
• Building Capability – Keeps own knowledge and skill set current and evolving and looks for ways to continue learning to support the achievement of business objectives.
• Quality Service – Delivers high quality and efficient service and takes account of the diverse customer needs and requirements when looking at ways to improve service quality.
• Responsive Delivery – Works to agreed business goals and objectives and deals with challenges in a constructive and responsive way. Takes personal responsibility for quality of outputs.

To apply, please send an up to date resume along with a covering letter and salary expectations.

Due to the high volume of applications, we will only be contacting candidates who have been shortlisted and progressed through to the next stage.

The Independent is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are under-represented in the creative industries. If you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please do not hesitate to advise us accordingly.

The Independent

The Video Producer assists our Senior Producers and Directors with shoot prep and keeps our branded content pieces on track. Exhibiting excellent communication and organizational skills, the Video Producer also manages assets and version control.

This position requires candidates to be within commutable distance to our Manhattan office and attendance on film shoots.

Responsibilities

• Create project budgets, schedules, contact sheets, NDAs, and filming memos
• Coordinate feedback and revisions during post-production
• Provide ongoing communication to ensure the project team are informed
• Organize video shoots, book crews and manage travel
• Track media, managing assets for video and graphics delivery

Requirements

• 3+ years of video producing experience in an agency environment
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere and post-production processes
• Deep understanding of production equipment
• Experience handling multiple projects across different clients simultaneously
• Highly organized and detail-oriented in documentation and communication
• Adapt to changing scheduling demands and able to develop contingency plans quickly and efficiently

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Work From Home
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources

Situation

Who You Are:

As the Assistant Web Producer, you are responsible for supporting the web production team in updating and maintaining the e-commerce and content websites related to the U.S. and global businesses. You are excited to learn and grow your e-commerce skills with a small but mighty team to enhance the Michael Kors e-commerce experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Help manage day-to-day efforts to ensure smooth and efficient website refreshes including promotion and campaign updates
• Assist in trafficking creative assets and code changes
• Collaborating on new site initiatives across all e-commerce and content properties
• Assist in management of cross-team projects and content publishing calendars
• Facilitate cross functional communication around all production activities
• Update Global Store Locator and associated processes
• Collaborate with Site Merchants on all project preparation and all site updates
• Assist with web production process definition, optimization, and implementation
• Be a client advocate for internal business partners and external clients to ensure the development of best-in-class web and mobile services as well as the business processes to create outstanding client experiences
• Assist with the requirements definition, specifications, vendor selections, design, development, and timelines for key initiatives
• Help to manage key tools and processes such as content management and image hosting
• Liaise with Creative Services team to manage delivery of all website assets and copy
• Work with IT/Development teams on requirement gathering, issue logging and tracking, and ongoing maintenance of all global e-commerce websites
• Assist with the project management of key initiatives as needed

You’ll Need to Have:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1+ years of relevant experience (inclusive of internship experience)
• HTML/CSS knowledge
• Experience with CMS
• Working knowledge of Excel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Solid oral and written communication skills
• A highly motivated and self-starter approach
• Strong attention to detail

We’d Love to See:

• Experience with WordPress, Magento, Adobe Scene 7
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
• Understanding of Responsive Design
• Experience with A/B Testing tools such as Dynamic Yield, Adobe Target, Monetate
• Experience with Salesforce
• Receipt of the COVID-19 vaccine is a requirement for this position, subject to applicable exemptions

MK Perks:

• Generous Holiday Schedule and Vacation Days
• Summer Fridays
• Internal mobility across Capri Brands (Michael Kors, Jimmy Choo, Versace)
• Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo Discount
• Exclusive Employee Sales
• Fav 5 Cards (MK Discount for friends and family)
• 401k Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Thrive Wellness Program (seasonal in-office massages and more!)
• Commuter Benefits
• Gym Discounts

At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V

Michael Kors

Overview

Makeout is in search of a Video Producer to lead and execute various video productions from award through delivery. This role is a hybrid of creative and logistics, and we are looking for someone with experience in commercial video production specifically. 

The Producer supports a variety of video productions across various industries and genres. You’ll report to the Production Manager. When relevant, you will be directly responsible for overseeing casting, crew and vendor research, deal memos and contracting, sourcing gear and equipment quotes, and location selection, so you should be familiar and confident with those processes. (As well as, you know, everything else related to bringing a video production to life.) 

The Producer role at Makeout is seen as a highly creative/editorial force, so rather than taking orders back and forth between client and creative department, we expect you to serve as a confident and opinionated voice who can translate a Director’s creative vision into actionable logistics. That said, you should also be an all-around solid producer, comfortable working alone from a production oversight perspective, while also empowered to seek support to get everything done – giving regular reports to our Production Manager, of course. Ideally you have experience overseeing a range of video production approaches including live and taped and have a range of experience with equipment (camera types, lenses, lighting gear). Finally, you will sometimes be responsible for client communications/management.

This role is NYC-area only. We expect about 4+ years experience in Producer, Associate Producer, and/or Production Coordinator roles, ideally in contexts where you also gained client service experience. Strong skills in spreadsheet development and maintenance, budgeting, expense tracking, organization, communication and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Producer on video-related and/or still photography productions and production tasks that get assigned to you, including all tasks related to pre-production, production and post-production.
• Collaborate with other producers on active projects and support new business initiatives (research, budget development, scouting, casting, etc.)
• Be able to meaningfully discuss and collaborate with the Director on production-related elements (lighting approaches, gear options, etc.) to find solutions that balance vision against scope.
• Research and support the creation of documents to communicate ideas to clients, including proposals, production plans, and treatments.
• Manage budgets and oversee bill payments, and expense tracking — ensuring they’re accurate and received on time.
• Assist in the negotiation, setting up, hiring and management of freelancers, collaborators and vendors on a project basis.
• Source and manage vendors to obtain and negotiate quotes, oversee production and track deliveries.
• Ensure all production aspects are properly planned and supported, directly executing them yourself when needed — including casting, location scouting/permitting, set/prop procurement, etc.
• When relevant and if required, serve as post-production supervisor on all projects that we edit in-house, ensuring a smooth and efficient process for both internal and freelance editors, designers, animators, vfx artists, etc. to oversee creation of all post assets. 
• Schedule internal and client meetings and collate feedback notes.
• When relevant, communicate effectively, and with grace, to clients in order to drive progress, receive approvals, and satisfy project requirements.
• Communicate clearly and cordially with colleagues using collaboration tools such as Slack and Google Suite
• Prepare contracts, call sheets, schedules/run of shows and talent agreements and releases.
• Serve as an on-set and on-location production lead; weekend/evening availability as needed for shoots and post.
• Assist in general project administration – travel booking, file management and expenses reporting.
• Assist in occasional Coordinator tasks including but not limited to gear handling/pickups/returns and runs, if Coordinator is not contracted or on staff
• Manage Production Coordinators and PAs, hiring and onboarding Coordinators when needed.
• Maintain and enforce any company collaboration tools, calendars, file sharing, time tracking.
• Support the policies, practices, and procedures related to the company’s work.
• Support internal projects as directed by the Production Manager.
• Have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and are comfortable driving commercial vehicles (e.g., cargo vans).
• Willing and able to travel by plane for out-of-town pitches, shoots, events, etc.

Requirements:

• At least 4+ years of experience as a Video Production professional, ideally as a producer, production coordinator, or associate producer.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative environment with creatives and production professionals and driving alignment for all departments 
• Experience overseeing post-production team and familiarity with post workflow
• Proven track record of creating, managing and reconciling budgets. Anonymized budget samples may be requested. 
• Experience managing client expectations and communicating in a clear, friendly and professional manner
• Extensive experience and comfort on set and overseeing crews of various sizes
• Proficiency in Google Suite, particularly in spreadsheet creation and management
• Familiarity with project management software (Asana, Harvest, etc.) is a plus

Working at Makeout:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• After a 30-day waiting period, group medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, a portion of which will be paid by Makeout.
• 2 weeks (10 days) paid vacation time (earned on an accrual basis based on start date anniversary).
• 4-flexible summer Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day
• In addition to this PTO, Makeout typically closes between Christmas and New Year’s.
• 30 day, 90 day and 6-month performance reviews to foster growth and development

How to apply

Email your resume to [email protected] with “Video Producer” in the subject line, along with relevant links to your portfolio and/or selected projects, and a short description about why your background, capabilities and passions match what Makeout is looking for in the candidate.

Makeout

CreativeDrive is a team of Passionate Creators who help brand owners, creative agencies and media partners produce innovative content at unparalleled speed and scale. Our mission is to Innovate to create solutions that empower clients to drive sales and awareness.

The Senior Producer is responsible for acting as the primary liaison between the Company and assigned client(s) as well as leading and supporting the Production workflow for assigned clients, estimating and invoicing of all assigned client projects. This role will project manage a team of creatives, producers and assistants in the execution and development of digital content strategy including ecommerce, existing social media platforms and new platforms for clients within the Fashion & Beauty portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project integrity for client(s) with projects ranging from photo to video, ecommerce to marketing, soft and hard goods
• Oversee production and project crew including manager schedules, booking talent, models, stylist, freelancers, coordinating merchandise and inventory required.
• Coordinate and manage the production workflow, ensuring that all shoots remain on schedule and within budget, troubleshooting discrepancies in coordination with leadership and client representatives as needed.
• Ensure all areas of production strategy and project management are aligned and agreed to with key stakeholders, providing on-set coordination as needed and reacting quickly to changes.
• Assist with developing content per client expectations and in line with current events, trending topics and pop culture in a way that is relevant to the brand and its customer base.
• Responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the creative output, ensuring client’s style guide standards are being met.
• Where and when necessary, give creative help and guidance from a production standpoint and mentor junior creatives
• In collaboration with Production Manager, develop estimates, finalize billing, research vendors, and generate final project reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communication or related field
• 5 years of related experience with an agency or production company in social media, content production, e-commerce, or commercial photography/ set production with the fashion or beauty industry
• Experience and/or portfolio of clients within the fashion, beauty, luxury or high-end consumer goods industry a must.
• Detail oriented and proficient in project and file management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), Teams, Outlook and Smartsheets.
• Proven experience in both still and fashion high-volume photography production
• Eager to work in a fast-paced environment while simultaneously producing quality work under tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal, collaborative and effective communication skills

CreativeDrive

Description: Secures on-air guests for interviews and reports to head of booking department as part of the network booking team as well as to the executive producer of the show to which they are assigned. Responsible for outreach and vetting of guests and developing and maintaining relationships with guests and guests’ representatives. This position works closely with news, programming, and talent in production.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

· Collaborate with the show’s Executive Producer and team in identifying top-tier guests for broadcast

· Conduct guest research and outreach.

· Support the team in identifying and booking relevant on-air guests for appearances and interviews.

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with newsmakers, experts, elected and appointed officials, publicists, press secretaries, communications directors, agents, managers, and celebrities.

· Represent the network as the primary point of contact for guests and their representatives.

· Conduct pre-interviews and guest vetting with potential on-air guests.

· Confirm interview logistics including date, time, and location for on-air appearances via remote, phone, field, or in-studio appearances.

· Provide guests with interview topics and areas of discussion.

· Communicate on-air appearance requirements to guests.

· Secure exclusive interviews and content with newsmaker guests.

· Identify new and emerging voices as subject matter experts.

· Ideate and pitch guest ideas to production team to which they are assigned.

· Ensure the guests are of the caliber and quality consistent with Newsmax brand.

· Must be a news junkie and comfortable working in a fast-paced, professional work environment

Newsmax Media, Inc.

General Description: Responsible for working with show hosts, preparing the rundown of new stories, identifying and integrating guests, overseeing and executing the production of key video and graphic elements with guidance from the Executive Producer. Makes important editorial decisions and guides talent, writers, associate producers for daily show development. EP is also responsible for insuring technical team and control room follow show instructions. Must be able to build segments and develop story ideas from beginning to air. Responsible for the oversight of daily rundown changes and work with the show director and production crew to block the newscast. This includes editorial discussions, writing scripts, package production, graphics elements, out-of-show teasing, show timing and field coordination. Must calmly deal with changes and breaking news during the show and ensure all content meets Newsmax Media Network standards for journalistic integrity and production quality. 

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

·      Determine best news stories for the newscast and create daily rundown

·      Work with show host in program preparation and execution

·      Identify stories for provocative, compelling television

·      Develop story ideas, research and plan segments

·      Delegate responsibilities as appropriate to associate producers, assignment editors and video editors

·      Supervise production staff

·      Produce timely content under heavy deadline pressure

·      Keep current of local events and politics

·      Excel in a highly competitive environment

·      Create compelling and provocative content including tease writing

·      Exceptional editorial skills; attention to detail

·      Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

·      Bachelor’s degree preferred

·      3+ years executive producing experience or overseeing newscast production

·      Strong writing and organizational skills required as is the ability to produce content under heavy deadline pressure.

·      Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently and work on deadline.

·      Attention to detail is must.

·      Ability to collect and analyze data and information accuracy as well as follow through.

·      Team player with strong communication skills both written and verbal.

·      Proactive and solutions focused.

·      Professional appearance.

Newsmax Media, Inc.

Write for fast paced prime time and overnight newscasts. You are an exceptional storyteller with a dedicated command for news and cultural trends.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with show producers to write voice overs, manage live shots, handle guest segments and write snappy teases
• Create production elements for scripts, including tape and graphics
• Identify News, select video and sound bites, oversee editing, conduct interviews and write stories for television and the internet

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 3 years of national or large market local news experience
• Excellent writing, producing and communication skills
• Solid news judgment and an outstanding grasp of politics, history, geography and current events
• Ability to write in a vibrant conversational style that makes the news relevant, clear and catchy
• Substantial control room and breaking news experience
• Team-player attitude paired with the ability to meet quick deadlines and react to rapid news developments
• Flexibility to work prime time and overnight shifts

Newsmax Media, Inc.