San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Our client, a growing name in the beauty space is looking for a talented, passionate Senior Art Director to help shape the creative vision that will define the future of our rapidly growing brand. The Senior Art Director will be responsible for refining and championing the brand’s creative vision across all consumer touchpoints, including brand identity, packaging, visual merchandising, print collateral, social assets, digital and non digital media content, and paid media assets. This is a fulltime position that is hybrid onsite in the LA area.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to guide brand evolution with an emphasis on elevating the brand’s aesthetic POV

• Champion the brand’s creative expression across all 360 marketing touchpoints, including product launch campaigns, social, content, website, in-store signage, and visual merchandising

• Finalize Brand Book to reflect authentic and ownable creative aesthetic across photography, video and product editorial style and ensure that it is used consistently across all consumer touchpoints

• Big idea generator, pushing the boundaries of what has “been done” by traditional beauty brands toward “what’s possible,” to keep the brand at the forefront of cultural relevance, and ahead of competitors

• Lead campaign development and execution, including ideating and refining concepts in partnership with copywriter, developing content capture plans, planning shoot production with internal and external resources, and delivering launch asset toolkit to support channel needs (field, retail, social, paid media, digital)

• Translate creative vision for retail-facing assets including visual merchandising, in-store events, as well as consumer experiential events

• Lead casting, photo shoots, location selection/ stage setting, and final selects

• Lead collaborations with external creative partners like photographers, videographers, agencies, product designers, and freelancers

• Build new processes for ideation, refinement and approval of creative work to deliver the strongest, most disruptive ideas that will set the brand apart from competitors while delivering a consistent and recognizable visual identity for the brand

• Grow and mentor designer(s) to foster continuous growth and development

WE THINK YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU ARE

• You’re a leader & a strong communicator. You have a passion for everything beauty; you have a curiosity to try the latest and greatest and are in the know of what’s hot at top retailers. Industry trends inspire you to create and innovate

• You’re a trend forecaster. You have your finger on the pulse of what’s hot in the industry, but also have a knack for anticipating the next big thing. You are a self-motivator with the ability to work on multiple projects, manage several partners and meet tight deadlines seamlessly. You are a natural problem solver and troubleshooter.

• You’re deeply knowledgeable about your craft. You have hands-on experience and have successfully ideated, sourced, developed and brought to market several products in the beauty industry

Professional Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on experience art directing and designing visuals, working closely with copy, and content as art director within an internal brand creative team, bringing 360 brand and/or product launch campaigns to life

• Proven experience producing, organizing, leading, and art directing photoshoots, video shoots, and other major production events

• Expert-level experience in design tools such as InDesign and Photoshop, as well as creative project management tools

• Exceptional communication, organizational, project management and presentation skills. Effective collaboration skills

• Ability to manage timelines and fast-track schedules as needed

• Creative problem solver, idea leadership, and desire to pioneer, comfortable with pushing for remarkable and “finding a way” across every project

• 3+ years leading creative internally for a high-growth prestige beauty or fashion brand

• 3+ years leading and building creative teams

Send your portfolio today!

24 Seven Talent

Leroy & Rose has an exciting junior designer opportunity for a recent or soon-to-be college graduate to join our dynamic and innovative team at our Santa Monica office. Please be ready to learn and build your experience while working alongside our talented team of designers.

Job Description 

As a junior art director, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with talented professionals and contribute to the creation of outstanding entertainment marketing campaigns by using tasteful design and conceptual thinking. You will be part of a team of creatives always striving to make imagery that is elevated and memorable.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with copywriters, designers, and other team members to ensure cohesive and effective communication strategies
• Collaborate with our creative team to develop and execute compelling visual concepts across various mediums, including digital, print, and social media
• Assist in brainstorming sessions to generate fresh ideas and innovative solutions for client projects
• Assist assistant creative directors and art directors with revising existing comps
• Support the creation of marketing materials, including but not limited to KA concepts, builds, SOOH and DOOH scopes
• Mask and perform light retouching on photography (special shoot and unit) to assist creatives 
• Design title treatment explorations
• Assist in conducting research and staying updated on industry trends to inform creative decisions

Requirements

• A degree in Art, Design, Visual Communications, or related field (preferred)
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative abilities and design skills
• The ability to take ownership of projects from concept to completion, demonstrating strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant design software
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to articulate and present ideas effectively
• Attention to detail
• Passion for creativity, innovation, and continuous learning
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Prior internship or relevant experience is a plus but not required
• Sketching, photography, motion, and typography skills a plus
• Working from our Santa Monica Office 4 days a week

Competitive wages offered ($45,000 to $55,000 depending on experience)

Benefits offered after completion of 90-day probationary period

Join us and embark on a rewarding journey where your creativity is valued, and your ideas have the power to make a real impact. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable experience and grow your skills as an Art Director. Let’s create something extraordinary together!

Please submit your resume and portfolio via LinkedIn. Thank you – we look forward to hearing from you!

LEROY & ROSE

GATES is a creative-led agency specializing in beauty, fashion and retail. We are a team of creatives who live to tell a brand story, big stories, small stories, true stories, stories that connect people with brands. We are strategists, artists, writers, and producers.

DESCRIPTION

GATES is seeking a Designer / Art Director to join our creative team in Los Angeles, CA. The role requires close collaboration with the Creative Director and Executive Creative Director. You will be responsible for developing creative based on the brand vision as defined by the Creative Director. Ensure that visual communication standards are met across all channels. Collaborate with creative, editorial and account teams to create innovative, compelling work that balance art and commerce. Our growing team produces engaging, high-quality assets in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Work with the Creative Director to build out brand campaigns from brief to production.
• Assist in the concept and campaign vision, develop original graphics, typography design, website content, social media, and other consumer touch points.
• Conduct research to better understand brand objectives, target markets, and industry trends.
• Staying abreast of new media formats and learning how to incorporate them into campaigns
• Concept, develop and execute integrated marketing activations across all channels
• Collaborate with Account, Producers and Editorial teams on campaign development.
• Always bring new ideas to the table through experimentation and iteration.
• Help clarify creative goals, assist in photo and video shoots, manage production assets, and post-production.
• Present client deliverables to Creative Director with clear POV and explanation of creative vision.
• Manage all print and digital production.
• Prioritize all projects to ensure on-time delivery.
• Explore, discover, and manage client requirements, feedback, and expectations
• Foster relationships with photographers, stylists, illustrators and all outside collaborators.

QUALIFICATIONS

• BFA or equivalent with meticulous typography, graphic design and Art Direction
• 5+ years experience in Beauty, Fashion, Retail, Packaging, Print
• Experience in a client facing, creative role in an agency and/or in-house environment
• Ability to analyze content trends and audience insights and translate those to new branded content opportunities
• Excellent presentation skills and communication abilities at all levels of both internal and client organizations.
• Strong ability to prioritize work and resources across multiple projects.
• Fluent in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS + PERKS

GATES believes in fostering a challenging and fulfilling work environment and empowering individual growth and career success. We offer a competitive base salary, health insurance (medical, dental and vision) contributions, 401K contributions, work from home, generous PTO, Summer Friday’s and provide an inspiring client roster of highly recognizable projects and campaigns. 

GATES Creative Agency

Required Skills and Experience

• Must be local to Los Angeles, CA
• 5-7 years of experience as a Creative Director
• Previous experience in 360 Campaign Design
• Prior experience working in broadcast television
• Strong organization, communication and presentation skills
• Strong understanding of and passion for digital landscape, workflows and emerging technologies
• Excellent working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects and Acrobat
• Knowledge of Maxon Cinema 4D or 3D applications
• Deep understanding of Motion Graphics and Key Art

Job Description

* Lead and manage robust digital design and design-driven efforts from ideation to execution

* Collaboratively build the digital bridge between Key Art and Motion Design to build effective campaigns

* Oversight to include premier motion and static digital billboards, design content and gifs for social-media platforms, plus graphics for video and thumbnails for YouTube

* Inspire, develop and manage digital design directors and their teams

* Oversee brainstorms, pitches and executions for innovative and engaging digital activations

* Build partnerships with Brand and Social Marketing and Creative Content teams and leadership to develop innovative and strategic creative ideas, concepts and activations

* Partner with Key Art and Motion Design creative directors for creative alignment

* Identify, engage and manage external creative agencies, freelance designers, animators, and other vendors

* Coordinate with project management/producers to identify project needs and timing, and build and meet deadlines

* Oversee finishing production with in-house team and outside vendors

Compensation:

$70/hr to $85/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Insight Global

Qualifications

•Ability to communicate effectively with Guests, Team Members and Management in both written and verbal form

•Three (3) years Food Beverage supervisory experience

•High School Diploma or equivalent required

•Ability to handle a flexible schedule to work weekends, holidays and all shifts

•Sound judgment in all decision making abilities, even when dealing with difficult situations where Guests, Team Members and the overall long-term profitability are not adversely impacted

•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make quick judgment decisions

•Must be at least 21 years of age

•Must be able to obtain a Graton Gaming Commission License during the pre-employment process and maintain a gaming license while employed

•Possess or obtain a California Food Handler’s Certification

•Requires normal, corrective vision range, the ability to see color and the ability to distinguish letters, numbers and symbols

•Requires manual dexterity to operate job related equipment

•Must be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

Responsibilities

•The Assistant Executive Steward is responsible for the cleanliness of kitchen(s) and food preparation areas

•This role is also responsible for inventory control of chemicals, utensils, supplies for dish rooms, etc

•The Assistant Executive Steward will supervise, train and inspect the performance of Team Members in the kitchens and dish rooms

•Responsible for redefining hospitality at Graton Resort Casino while living, supporting, and promoting our values

•Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned work areas including, but not limited to: Marketplace Dish Room, Team Dining Room, 630 Park Steakhouse, Tony’s of North Beach Italian Restaurant and casino bars

•Prepare and distribute assignments to Kitchen Workers while reviewing priorities and ensuring health standards are met

•Ensure that kitchens and equipment are in good working order to ensure a clean and hazard free work area that complies with the Department of Health, OSHA, Graton Gaming Commission, and Graton Resort Casino standards

•Monitor and document any culinary or sanitation departments for items that are below standards and not functioning properly

•Create and submit maintenance orders for repairs by the facilities department

•Maintain inventory levels of cleaning chemicals, utensils, and various other supplies

•Evaluate and oversee job performance of Team Members

•Set schedules and specific job duties, while maintaining Team Member’s hours for proper staffing at all times

•Ensure that all Managers hold daily Team Member huddles and maintain communication boards to communicate pertinent information to Team Members

•Oversee the maintenance and inventory of Banquet equipment, china, glass, and silver

•Supervise team of 40 Team Members, responsible for hiring, training, disciplining, and evaluating team

•performance, and documenting in regard to all aspects of employment

•Supervise stewarding dishwashers, support kitchen staff, and banquet daily event set ups

•Implement training programs, safety, sanitation, and proper food handling

•Ensure chemicals and cleaning supplies inventory are properly maintained and replenished and

conduct full weekly inventory

•Assists Banquet Manager and Executive Chef in all aspects of banquet functions; set-up, equipment rentals, operation, plate up and breakdown of events

•Responsible for supervising and directing utility stewards and dishwashers to transport and clean utensils and service ware in order to provide cooks, bus persons, and food servers with appropriate equipment for guest dining experience

•Attend Safety Meeting, Food and Beverage Meeting and BEO meetings

•Implement daily, weekly and monthly cleaning/deep cleaning schedule

•Prepare team weekly schedule and payroll audit

Graton Resort & Casino

Job Requirements:

1. Development of new and existing prints

2. Collaborate with designers on all colorways, layouts, and final artwork for mills

3. Detail flat sketching for tech PACs and Mini bodies

4. Proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop

5. Apparel experience preferred.

24 Seven Talent

Under direction from management, the Library Associate 2 performs a variety of moderately complex technical and paraprofessional duties at the library circulation and information service desks. Greets library patrons entering the library and provides them with excellent customer service

Requirements

An individual should possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed and meet the amount of education, training and/or work experience required.

• H.S. Diploma or GED
• Two years of library experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of library systems and databases preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Multilingual speaking a plus
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include a combination of days, evenings and weekendsAn individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily
• May assist staff with the presentation of Library programs
• Assists patrons with locating materials on the reference desk, checking out/checking in materials at the circulation desk and using computers or explaining procedures (checking out, logging onto the Internet, making copies, etc.)
• Checks in and processes library materials
• Accepts and processes fines, fees, or other payments
• Provides information regarding programs, events, conference rooms, etc
• Shelves and shelf reads library materials
• Addresses patron conduct or safety issues and directs issues to appropriate management
• Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork

Benefits

Hours Per Week: 32

Hourly Rate: $16.00

• 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
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources

Library Systems & Services, LLC

Who We Are:

We’re a full-service creative shop born out of ATTN:’s purpose-driven mission to bring attention to the things that matter. We exist to help brands find their lane in culture and connect with audiences to drive action and meaningful change across platforms. We are a diverse group of entrepreneurial spirits, creative minds and makers.

What You’ll Do:

As the Executive Producer in the Physical Production Department, you will supervise and mentor other members of the production team and serve as the client facing point of contact on projects of all types/budget sizes. Reporting into the Director of Production Operations, you’ll help establish and define production processes that will be followed by the entire team. And, as a senior member of the Production team, you’ll maintain communication with key internal and external stakeholders across Legal, Creative, Editorial, Finance, and Account teams.

In This Role We Expect You To:

• Manage, train, and mentor a team of Producers
• Build strong, trusting relationships with clients
• Ensure department-wide budget efficiency
• Assist with the creation of department-wide processes and procedures
• Act as Production Lead for all types of projects (typically those that require travel and have budgets of $200K+)
• Create, manage, and review financial trackers, production budgets, call sheets, and shoot schedules
• Track Cost Reports and manage Close Outs
• Approve project POs, payroll, time cards, and payment requests, as well as review vendor agreements
• Negotiate rates and production costs
• Responsible for the completion of contracts, permissions, permits, COIs, releases, and risk assessments
• Manage and hire crew members, extras & third-party production companies/vendors for new productions
• Manage production travel logistics when necessary
• Work closely and collaboratively with inter-company departments
• Oversee department-wide productivity, goals, timelines, and budgets through post/delivery
• Regularly track progress against departmental goals
• Manage individual contributors (of all levels)
• Manage up and across the organization
• Plan and operationalize innovative ideas. Facilitate brainstorms and begin to reflect on implications for ideas as we think long-term and/or scale the business

Who You Are:

• 15+ years of relevant work experience (5 years of agency work)
• Must have a very deep understanding of budgeting, scheduling, and close outs
• Must be comfortable working in Movie Magic Budgeting
• Must have a strong grasp on crew department head roles and above/below-the-line positions
• Must have experience managing and delegating to both Freelance and Staff direct reports
• Understand the mechanics of how production at a digital production studio is run, including experience with digital media workflows and post-production
• Experience with Guild Guidelines including; DGA, SAG/AFTRA, WGA preferred
• Experience working and interfacing with Clients as it pertains to the Production process
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, prioritize and problem-solve
• Should be able to communicate effectively in-person, via email, and on the telephone
• Familiarity with the digital video and social media landscape
• Must have the ability to be discrete and maintain confidential information, as well as the ability to work independently, efficiently, and able to meet deadlines
• Well-versed in production gear and techniques necessary to make digital, social video
• Unflappable, positive attitude, providing calm in every potential storm

Compensation:

This position has an estimated annual salary range of $130,000-$150,000. Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.

This position must be based in Los Angeles. This will be a hybrid role with a minimum three days in office.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ATTN: is committed to building and fostering a workplace of diversity and employee inclusion. ATTN: does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

ATTN:

Our client is looking for a Creative Director to join and lead their team.

Direct hire / full time

Hybrid in Santa Ana – Onsite Tuesday’s each week + onsite for monthly shoots, etc

$120,000 – $135,000 DOE

Job Description

We are looking for a passionate Creative Director to join our marketing team. This role reports to the Vice President of Marketing. Our marketing team, consisting of approximately 20 professionals, handles almost all our marketing activities in-house. Our team and workflow are fast-paced and dynamic. We support 4 brands across many product categories, sales channels, and seasons. We launch 50+ new products annually and we refresh digital and/or print content for 100+ best sellers each year. We’re proud to manage our photo and video shoots internally, as a part of our efforts to continually grow sales and elevate our brands. We’re a hard-working, fun-loving, down-to-earth team, and we love our open and collaborative culture.

Responsibilities:

• Lead creative strategy and execution for all marketing functions: digital marketing (Amazon and website product listings, landing pages, ads, email marketing, social media content), packaging, retail merchandisers and sales presentations.

• Provide brand leadership for all brands across sub-brands, categories, and channels (e-commerce and retail).

o Includes style guide creation, maintenance, and consistent application.

o Continually strive to elevate our brands and content. Lead efforts to keep the team abreast of design trends and emerging capabilities/technologies.

• Manage design team, which is currently 5 full-time direct reports + external freelancers. Provide art direction and mentorship and manage personnel.

• Project manage deadlines and priorities for all creative needs. Includes prioritizing with VP of Marketing; creating and reviewing projects in Asana and Google Sheets; and proactively communicating throughout the company as needed.

• Lead internal marketing team to plan and execute photoshoots. Hire and provide art direction to photographers. Manage the photoshoot budget.

• Provide art direction for internally created videos and at video shoots.

• Collaborate and lead marketing initiatives together with the Marketing Leadership Team (VP of Marketing, Dir of Digital Marketing, Dir of DTC E-Commerce, and Dir of Customer Marketing). Initiatives include new product launches, content/branding refreshes, digital campaigns and promotions, and retail focused projects.

• Support departments throughout the company with creative projects as needed.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience as a Creative Director or Art Director.

o Experience leading a design team of multiple direct reports.

o Experience leading brand and creative initiatives for branded CPG products sold in an omni-channel environment (digital/e-commerce and packaging/merchandisers/retail).

• Strong experience strategically leading brand and creative across marketing functions, achieving both company/performance/profitability goals as well as elevating branding and content.

• Exceptional project management skills are needed for our fast-paced environment, including a focus on meeting deadlines, strategic prioritization, and problem solving.

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design preferred.

• Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator and Photoshop.

• Experience in Asana, Slack and Google Docs preferred.

• Thrives in a collaborative, highly communicative culture.

• Passionate about design, branding, and creative storytelling.

• Hybrid position based in Santa Ana, CA office one day per week (currently Tuesdays, but subject to change) + on location for photo and video shoots.

We support our team with a collaborative and flexible environment, while continuing to embody the entrepreneurial spirit that got us to where we are today. You can expect:

• Competitive pay with an annual bonus potential

• Medical, dental and vision

• 401k with company matching

• Paid Time Off: Vacation (3 weeks), Sick and Holidays

• Paid Volunteer Time Off: 2 days annually

• Half-day Summer Fridays from Memorial to Labor Day

• Regular company events/initiatives

• Annual performance & compensation review

• Growth and development – We are big on supporting employees who want to grow their career and love to see our team grow beyond their role

• • Talented coworkers in a diverse, energetic, and collaborative office culture

24 Seven Talent

The Art Director oversees the creation and implementation process of designs and art pieces throughout company portfolio. They bring a mix of artistic, marketing, and business expertise to the position.

*INCLUDE LINK TO PORTFOLIO*

Essential Job Functions:

• Design and produce innovative, on-brand packaging, print, and point-of-sale solutions
• Potentially design products for line extensions – Pick colors and oversee press checks.
• Specifically focus on the strategic brands sold internationally.
• Develop new innovative POS looks a feels for these brands Promotions.
• Master at Typography and Logo Creation.
• Art Direct Photo shoots with Athletes and High Profile talent – Sometimes overseas.
• Expedites the inevitable “rush jobs”.
• Work with Creative Director and staff members from sales and marketing to conceptualize and produce creative solutions that meet business requirement.

Position Requirements:

• 5-10 years of experience working as print graphic designer for large consumer and/or lifestyle brands.
• Superior interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Highly motivated, self-managed individual.
• Highly proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign). Color adjustment and photo retouching a must. Familiar with 3D programs is a bonus.
• Ability to concept a campaign that can bridge multiple platforms, Print, Web, Video and think about how they can be executed creatively in their end medium.
• Experience Art Directing large scale photo shoots.
• Full understanding of print production processes.
• Movie poster design a huge plus.

24 Seven Talent