New York Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Part of News Corp, The Sun is a global publisher and one of the biggest news brands in the UK.

Our young, talented, and diverse team publishes the best coverage of news, sport, TV, showbiz, and lifestyle.

In early 2020 we launched a US edition, building the team from 20 to 100 staffers in the past two years, surpassing all revenue and traffic targets to become one of the fastest-growing news sites in the US.

We are now looking for a YouTube Video Producer to support our ongoing expansion.

The role is freelance to start on a Monday to Friday schedule, with a view to making the position a staff role in the near future.

We are looking for a passionate and driven candidate to create and curate video content for the US Sun’s YouTube channel.

Your day-to-day duties will include everything from sourcing, editing and scripting video for the platform in a fast paced environment. There will also be an opportunity to create YouTube original content too.

A deep understanding of YouTube – what works and what doesn’t – is essential. Experience curating and managing a YouTube channel is preferred.

This fast-paced role is based in New York and will require some evening and weekend work as you lead the quick and clickable distribution of the site’s digital content.

Key accountabilities:

• Produce, present and edit videos on a daily basis for the US Sun’s YouTube channel

• Scripting experience for explainers

• Work to strict deadlines with high output expectations

• Passionate and driven individual who can act as a team player

• Remain calm under pressure and deliver work at a consistently high standard

• Self- starter, organised an effective problem solver

• Bursting with new ideas and ways to tell a story

Key skills and experiences:

• Presenting and producing

• Ability to script explainer and SEO packages

• Expert level Premier skills

• Graphics expertise is preferable

• Proven ability to work under pressure in breaking news situations

• Deep understanding of YouTube

• Experience covering politics

• Ability to shoot and edit

• Unflappable under pressure and delivers work at a consistently high standard

• Proactive and displays a willingness to take on any task

• Positive attitude and good team player

• Takes initiative in order to achieve desired results

• Can demonstrate an understanding of the The US Sun brand

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The US Sun

Part of News Corp, The Sun is a global publisher and one of the biggest news brands in the UK. Our talented and diverse team publishes the best coverage of showbiz, news, sport, reality TV, personal finance and lifestyle.

In early 2020 we launched a digital US edition and have quickly grown the business into a 100+ person operation, and one of the fastest-growing news sites in America.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic entertainment or showbiz reporter who specializes or wants to specialize in TV shows, and has a deep understanding of the TV landscape, from Teen Mom to the Kardashians and every star in between. The role will require the staffer to work on original content every day – we are not a website that aggregates.

The ideal candidate would be on the West Coast and would work 2 pm until 10 pm, Monday to Friday, although exceptional candidates from elsewhere will be considered.

The job is freelance to start but will likely turn into a staff position.

Key responsibilities:

• Watch live TV shows daily and identify stories that will drive traffic
• Work with editors to turn around copy quickly and accurately, mindful of legal issues
• Work with video and picture desks to create content efficiently
• Produce posts in WordPress

Key Skills and Experience:

• Broad knowledge of tabloid subjects, including A-list celebrities and reality stars
• Passion for writing about TV, including morning talk shows, evening game shows and soap operas
• An instinct for how to ‘sell’ a digital story to get maximum impact on The Sun’s platforms and also on social media
• Excellent, fast writing and basic editing skills
• The ability to write in a concise and entertaining way in keeping with The Sun’s style
• Familiarity with best SEO practices
• Ability to work as part of a team in a constantly adapting working environment that is always striving to find new ways of telling news stories
• Ambition to progress and make the most of opportunities that present themselves
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some nights and weekends

Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The US Sun

Description

• Supports the team in conceptualizing and executing strong, forward thinking, 360 degree brand relevant PR strategies to drive business growth, build brand equity, generate consistent brand exposure, and optimize storytelling
• Support the day-to-day operations of Influencer relations and VIP programs. Tasks may include ordering product, developing communications collateral, VIP list creation, oversee giftings and reporting, and supporting general event logistics.
• Support influencer relations by curating talent, creative briefing, negotiating contracts, facilitating product orders, reviewing content and reporting on results.
• Work closely with cross-functional partners to develop influencer campaign briefs and updating cross functional teams throughout the process.
• Support execution for general PR activations including seasonal stylist previews, influencer and press events, live shopping segments, etc.
• Support seasonal budget tracking.
• Create hindsight’s for various brand launches and initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, external agencies, and vendors to support and execute communications and events plans.
• Innovate and advocate for new ways to expand our VIP & Influencer marketing initiatives by remaining current on industry trends, up-and-coming celebrities, influencers, etc.
• Highly motivated and committed with a can-do attitude – thrives on the demands of a busy work environment with enthusiasm, high energy, and a determination to deliver top tier results
• Able to manage a myriad of demands, deadlines, and personalities
• Effectively manages completion of tasks with high standard
• Creatively attuned and able to generate new ideas consistently that are in line with brand aesthetic
• Time management – punctual and reliable, detail oriented, able to confidently multi-task and manage others to perform multiple duties to the required deadlines

Qualifications

• Strategy driven
• Results oriented
• Detail oriented
• Forward thinking PR approach with best-in-class digital capabilities
• Collaborative and team oriented
• Creative thinker
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Performs with speed and efficiency
• Creative problem solver
• Excellent manager of people, time, and a myriad of personalities and deadlines
• Strong writing skills
• Experience in Influencer & VIP relations
• Familiar with the fashion and entertainment industry
• Tapped into trends in social media/digitally-savvy

As required by the City of New York, all new hires must be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, unless they have been granted a reasonable accommodation for religion or disability. If you are offered employment, your offer will be conditional upon you meeting this requirement by your date of hire, unless a reasonable accommodation for exemption is received and approved by the company.

An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.

Victoria’s Secret

Purpose of role

As a member of the Barbarian Creative department you will influence changes in consumer behavior through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media. You will make a difference to digital communications, marketing, advertising and inspire the best global brands.

You will lead the Copywriting team to produce concepts and copy that make a difference to consumers’ behavior and to our client’s brands through ideas, creativity and language. You will provide leadership for Barbarian’s brands, review the work of other ACD’s and Copywriters to ensure the quality of copy and content. You will understand a brand’s look and feel to establish TOV, art direction, style and tone of communication. You will work on projects across several growth clients. You will have line management responsibilities for junior members of the copy department.

Contributing to Barbarian’s Creative values: Innovation, Service, Craft and Thought; you will be excited about being part of our success. You will thrive when faced with new challenges and will constantly strive to improve the way things are done for our clients.

This role reports directly to the CCO.

Benefits of Working at Barbarian:

At Barbarian, we consider our people to be our greatest asset. We have benefits and policies in place to create an inclusive and inspiring environment.

• Unlimited PTO
• Mental health support
• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Competitive Parental Leave that gives you time to bond with your family.
• Flexible work set-up, remote and hybrid working is available and encouraged.
• $250 stipend to outfit your remote working space.
• 401k matching, 50% up to the first 3%
• 3% certification, which means we promote and pay everyone equally
• $5,000 employee referral bonus
• Financial incentive for new business introductions

Deliverables (criteria by which success can be measured)

• Deliver and inspire award-winning work from both yourself and others who work with you, influencing where appropriate a dramatic change through ideas, creativity and the use of interactive media.
• Consistently deliver a number of successful solutions and high-quality work to clients on time.
• High level internal and external client satisfaction.
• High level of team satisfaction.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Learn new skills and stay abreast of technical and digital design developments and successfully apply these to work practices to help improve processes and procedures.
• Participate in a number of pitches.

Key technical competencies

Creative briefs

Can contribute to development of a well-defined creative brief and any additional briefing documents. Listens and responds to a brief, understanding where/if there are gaps; knows what questions to ask during the briefing session in order to act upon it, and understands how to respond to a brief.

Idea generation

Leads by example to inspire colleagues to create world-class, innovative ideas that deliver successful solutions. Plays an active role in brainstorming or idea generation with all members of Creative team to conceptualize world-class, innovative ideas that deliver successful solutions. Clearly communicates ideas and thoughts.

Copywriting craft skills

Writes compelling, beautifully constructed copy for a variety of clients and audiences, and across a variety of media. Even under pressure and while delivering multiple projects, never compromises quality. Able to write with speed, consistency, accuracy and creative flair. Able to respond positively to feedback from client and re-draft copy (while retaining its impact) to meet their comments. Demonstrates excellent grammar and spelling skills, with minimal amends from proofreading. Signs off copy written by team members. Ensures execution and delivery of high-quality work to clients that is on time and on budget.

Scriptwriting and storyboarding

Able to write scripts for film, animation or moving image content or concepts, and work with designers to produce clear storyboards that communicate an idea. Able to craft voiceover scripts that are fluid, natural. Able to write casting briefs and input into the casting of voiceover or film talent. Able to attend recording sessions and guide voiceover talent on style, amending scripts on the fly if necessary. Able to help designers direct shoots.

Style guide creation and adherence

Able to interpret and follow brand and tone of voice guidelines. If none exist, able to request right information from team in order to receive guidance on tone of voice. Also able to guide both team and client on tone of voice if feedback received directly contradicts guidelines.

New business development

Contributes to ideas and creative work for pitches as well as helping craft copy for any presentations or documents.

Barbarian Creative Competencies

Innovation

Displays an enthusiasm for creating pioneering ideas and is excited by the challenge of moving in new (and potentially more difficult) creative directions. Able to understand the value of analyzing what has worked in the past and applying these learnings to future thinking.

Service

Able to balance specific client demands with project realities and can reliably close the loop on all open issues in a timely manner. Has a strong sense of personal responsibility for their work and that of their teammates and will proactively provide assistance (no matter the situation) to ensure delivery of highest quality work within required timeframes.

Craft

Possesses a strong bias to action and is able to consistently deliver high quality work within required timeframes. Goes the extra mile to ensure deliverables meet the highest standards and strives for creative perfection. Is positive, upbeat and committed to their working life and makes a positive contribution to team morale.

Thought

Has the ability to think issues through before acting and knows when to escalate. Possesses strong listening skills and asks open-ended questions to ensure full understanding. Able to present information effectively via multiple channels and is at ease presenting ideas or solutions in team meetings or the occasional larger group setting.

Qualifications and experience

• Proven experience working as a Creative Director Copy.
• A successful track record of copywriting and concepting, including experience in the digital channel.
• Experience working in a creative/agency environment is advantageous.
• A degree, or similar, in English Language, Advertising Communication or another writing-related course preferred.
• Wide experience of writing scripts for video/film/radio/animation, casting and attending recordings; as well as experience in, and enthusiasm for, a broad range of online or offline copy; including, ad campaigns, HTML/rich media emails, online campaigns, social media content, microsites, websites or mobile.
• Experience of nurturing and growing client relationships.
• Experience contributing to new business development and working with Art teams on new business pitches.
• Exceptional information presentation (visual and written) experience.
• Demonstrated success leading collaborative multi-functional teams, including Project Management, Copywriting and Concepting.
• Considerable experience of European and or Global projects.
• A strong track record in large-scale project planning, including accurate estimation of costs and timing, with limited overruns.
• Extensive experience with all the relevant software packages and hardware, and a working knowledge of emerging platforms.

Barbarian is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We strongly support diversity in the workforce.

Barbarian

Please read instructions below for application details!!

About Sequence:

Sequence is an award-winning, boutique events agency specializing in production, strategic planning, and design. We work with a mix of corporate, media, entertainment, finance, and non-profit clientele and events to produce in-person, hybrid, and virtual galas, launches, conferences, awards shows and beyond. Sequence is headquartered in New York, NY and executes events worldwide. We have been named a Top 50 Event Agency by Special Events Magazine, a Top Virtual Event Solution by BizBash, and a Great Place to Work by Great Place to Work US.

For more information, please visit www.Sequence-Events.com.

About the Position:

• Responsible for project execution according to agency standards within established budgets and timeframes
• Utilize agency tools in conveying all necessary information)
• Successfully participate in the management of project financials
• Establish effective relationships across agency multi-disciplinary teams
• Utilize Sequence resources appropriately and efficiently
• Mentor and manage more junior team members including temporary event staff
• Prepare reports for management and clients, detailing program specifics
• Assist in budget and invoice management
• Work on-site at events & online for virtual endeavors
• Run small projects under the leadership of Senior Producer / Executive leadership
• Contribute to sub-facets of larger initiatives / running independently as part of the team
• Coordinate and manage planning for a wide variety of clients and events
• Source and manage venues and vendors
• Coordinate timelines, schedules and logistics
• Oversee attendee and sponsorship management
• Manage project teams, contractors and event staff
• Create and own necessary production documents
• Develop and maintain budgets
• Sponsor/partner outreach and management
• Liaise with clients and help enhance relationships
• Develop and manage proposals for prospective clients
• Be the most organized person you know
• Participate in creative brainstorms to generate ideas for clients
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Embody agency values

About You:

• 3-4 years of planning/project management experience (agency experience a plus)
• Positive can-do attitude, with no task too big or too small
• Creative, tactical, a problem-solver and a self-starter
• Strong communication skills – both written and oral
• Comfortable working in a team environment, both taking and giving direction
• Hard working, and recognize this business does not have set hours
• Willing to travel
• Incredibly resourceful
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (other computer programming and creative editing software is a plus)
• Excellent computer (Mac preferred) and internet research skills
• Detail oriented and extremely organized
• Ability to successfully multi-task, and take full ownership of small projects

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401k, flexible vacation, and a really fun group of people to hang out with every day!

Contact Instructions:

Please submit the following in an email to careers@sequence-events.com with the subject line: “Associate Producer”

• Cover letter that includes something unique about you and why you want to work at Sequence.
• Portfolio or examples of work (if applicable, not mandatory!)
• An up-to-date resume
• Salary requirements
• Potential start date

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!

Sequence is an equal opportunity employer; we strongly value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Sequence Events

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Barrows has a singular focus: to move retail forward. What started nearly 30 years ago in South Africa has grown into a global enterprise with 700+ employees operating across 3 continents.

We’re a group of designers, thinkers, makers, and innovators, united in our obsession with improving how people shop and interact with brands. We are an entrepreneurial, people-first company where every team member possesses the ability to carve their own path.

Our client roster is as diverse as it is exciting, including AB InBev, Unilever, Ford Motors, Reckitt, and General Mills, among others. As the worlds of digital and physical retail continue to merge, we work tirelessly to answer one question: what’s next?

THE ROLE

Barrows is seeking an Art Director with a passion for retail and shopper experiences to develop high-impact ideas for global brands across a range of industries. You will partner with the strategy team to develop shopper marketing concepts and graphic designs for integrated shopper marketing programs and experiential retail designs. A deep understanding of activating in these channels will be critical to success. You will work closely with creative and strategy leadership to unlock big ideas that engage shopping audiences and produce compelling content that supports our clients’ stories. You will lead other members of the creative team, see projects through from start to finish, and sell creative concepts to clients.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own projects to completion with minimal direction and oversight
• Support in the development and execution of creative concepts and projects
• Generate exploratory mood boards by gathering literature and internet references
• Work quickly, independently, and with a can-do attitude
• Define and drive overall aesthetics for project
• Lead creative ideation and brainstorms
• Know and understand client businesses and Barrows retail strategy
• Liaise with lead creative/strategist and account team to ensure project flow
• Liaise with production on pricing, edits, and printing
• Solid technical skills and excellent sense of aesthetics
• Proven track record of delivering outstanding creative
• Lead and influence team to direct their work
• Formulate and articulate creative vision to team and to clients
• Follow process
• Exhibit expertise in local retail market, convergence of digital and physical worlds, and provide creative and design recommendations that adhere to these spaces
• May supervise graphic designers

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field
• 6-8 years of experience
• Portfolio of prior professional work (shopper is a must)
• Solid understanding of FMCG shopper marketing
• Shopper activation experience preferred
• Elevated understanding of the retail trade environment, including omnichannel and physical/digital retail integrations
• Experience presenting and successfully selling creative concepts; articulate creative vision to both team and clients
• Proven experience in creating standout creative work
• Knowledge of Barrows ways of working
• Understanding of pricing in execution of creative concepts
• Ability to drive client solutions through ambiguity
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Lead and influence team to direct their work
• Copywriting skills preferred

Barrows

The Berman Group is seeking a Creative Director to join our creative team. We are looking for someone who is motivated, organized and thinks outside of the box. You will collaborate with our creative director, graphic designers and web programmers daily in order to produce compelling visual assets that will be used across a variety of platforms.

This position is hybrid with the candidate to work in the NYC office two days a week.

ROLE/RESPONSIBILITIES

· Design a wide variety of printed and digital material, including brochures, annual reports, event invitations, posters, journals, e-blasts, social media posts and web banners.

· Create corporate identities and develop logos

· Work across all areas of production including graphic design, digital, and video

· Design website layouts

· Contribute to Editorial planning sessions by providing innovative ideas and creative insights

· Mentor and provide feedback to Graphic Designers and freelancers

· Plan and prioritize multiple projects ensuring all deadlines are met on time and on budget

· While following the design language of client brands, you also drive expansion and codify in style guides or design systems, sometimes getting to redefine the client brand identity itself.

· Concepting and collaborating with Creative Director, other designers, and other team members across departments

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

1. 7+ years of experience working as a graphic designer, experience in commercial real estate and hospitality is a plus

2. Exceptional eye and appreciation for photography, typography, composition, layout and color

3. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop. Experience with After Effects is a plus

4. Experience with UX/UI Design; Proficiency in Figma

5. Ability to multitask, manage simultaneous projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

6. Excellent (self)-organizational and time management skills

7. Ability to work independently

Please include link to website

The Berman Group

An ever growing social media-led creative agency is looking for a Creative Director, Art to join their NYC team. Their mission is to deliver world-class creative ideas for forward-thinking brands that connect them with people in culturally significant ways by generating ideas people like and share. This temp to perm role will operate on a hybrid schedule with 1 day a week onsite.

• Rate: $90-110hr BOE

Responsibilities:

• Generate and develop great ideas and then turn them into great executions.

Qualifications:

• Great ideas can come from anywhere across the agency. It will be your job to spot, inspire, ideate, and develop great ideas and then turn them into great executions.
• Need a good sense of craft and desire to get your hands dirty, understand strategy, and most importantly, possess the ability to bring out the best in others.
• Someone with superior knowledge of and passion for sport, particularly soccer, and gaming.
• Expertise in crafting social first campaigns for platforms like; TikTok, IG, Twitter.
• Hands-on leader with 3+ years as a ACD/CD in agency setting.
• Ability to review, critique, and elevate the overall quality of craft and output.
• Portfolio with samples of work that represent big campaign thinking in addition to social engagement campaigns.

If interested please apply!
The Solomon Page Distinction
Solomon Page offers a comprehensive benefit program for hourly employees. We pride ourselves on offering medical, dental, 401(k), direct deposit and commuter benefits to our employees, including freelancers – which sets us apart in the industries we serve.
About Solomon Page
Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. The success of Solomon Page reflects an organic growth strategy supported by a highly entrepreneurial culture. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results. For more information and additional opportunities, visit: solomonpage.com and connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Opportunity Awaits.
Solomon Page

FX ‘Feud: Capote and His Women’ Casting Call for Hairdressers

Casting notice for the FX Series, Feud: Capote and His Women.

Seeking experienced male hair dressers for scenes set in the 1960s for background work on the FX  series.

We are commited to inclusive, diverse casting. Qualified performers should submit without regard to age, sex, ethnicity, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity or any other basis prohibited by the law unless otherwise specifically indicated.

SNIPES Photo Shoot Influencer Casting Call

Male and Female Models

Must have 10k + followers

Date: October 26, 2022

Time: TBD

Location: Brooklyn, New York

Wardrobe: Provided

Paid: $$$