San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Casting Call: Talent for Covered California PSA

Job Description: Covered California is seeking talent for a Public Service Announcement (PSA) aimed at promoting awareness and information about their services. This casting call is for both primary and secondary roles in the upcoming campaign. Primary roles will have more significant speaking parts and screen time, while secondary roles may involve background participation and non-speaking parts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in the filming of the PSA on the assigned date.
• Memorize and deliver lines for primary roles, if applicable.
• Follow directions from the director and crew.
• Be prepared for makeup, costume, and multiple takes.

Requirements:

• Must be available to film in the Bay Area on dates between December 6th to December 8th (one day per talent).
• Non-union talent only.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and professional on set.
• Previous acting experience preferred but not mandatory for secondary roles.

Compensation Details:

• Primary Roles: $1,500 plus 20% if represented by an agency.
• Secondary Roles: $750 plus 20% if represented by an agency.

Casting Call: Same-Sex Couples for Alzheimer’s Association Project

Job Description: We are seeking same-sex couples and individuals to participate in a meaningful project in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association. This project aims to create a powerful, empathetic representation of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease. We encourage both real-life couples and individuals who are open to portraying a person with Alzheimer’s or their partner in the context of a same-sex relationship.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in video and photo shoots that may depict the daily life and challenges faced by those living with Alzheimer’s.
• Portray the roles with sensitivity, authenticity, and respect.
• Follow the direction of the creative team to fulfill the vision of the campaign.
• Be willing to share personal stories if you have genuine experiences with Alzheimer’s (optional).

Requirements:

• Same-sex couples or individuals willing to portray part of a couple.
• Must display a genuine sense of empathy and understanding of the subject matter.
• Comfortable with being photographed and filmed.
• Acting experience is a plus but not required.
• Must be available for the entire shooting schedule (to be provided upon selection).

Compensation Details:

• Competitive compensation, to be disclosed upon application approval.
• Possible additional incentives for sharing personal experiences related to Alzheimer’s disease.

Public Relations Account Manager (5-8 years exp)

The Brand Amp is Orange County’s #1 PR Firm (https://www.thebrandamp.com/) and an integrated marketing communications agency offering Public Relations, Social Media, Video Content Production, Graphic Design, Influencer Marketing, Brand Narrative Development and Event Marketing. We serve a variety of popular brands including DIRECTV, Indian Motorcycles, Polaris, Mastercraft Boats, Mitsubishi Motors, Super 73, TCL, Traeger Grills, Skullcandy and more.

WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

An experienced public relations professional with 5-8 years agency experience and a passion for storytelling, account leadership and a proven track record in generating earned media coverage. Interest or experience in automotive, off-road, or moto is a plus. Openings currently in our Costa Mesa, Calif. or Atlanta offices.

SKILLS DESIRED:

• Proven experience leading day-to-day activation of multiple account client relationships and internal account teams.
• Ability to lead, coach, mentor, and motivate account teams to produce quality work and challenge them by providing growth opportunities.
• A relentless drive to produce media coverage and secure meaningful feedback
• A fearlessness to pitch any reporter or outlet (when armed with an appropriate pitch).
• The savvy to adapt your story to each reporter and outlet through proper research.
• Proficient with the internet and social media channels as a tool to gather relevant information on media outlets, reporters, and current events in the quest to generate media coverage for clients.
• Strong writing skills.
• Willingness to lean into collaboration and communication within a team environment.
• Ability to work across multiple clients and industries.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload to meet multiple client needs simultaneously.
• Sensibility to properly merchandise coverage.
• Curiosity to follow industry trends and the creativity to apply them to your clients’ brands.
• May require some travel.

WHY TBA?

We have a diverse client roster of dynamic brands, great products, and even better stories. You will work across various categories including fitness, consumer tech, automotive, action sports, non-profit and others.

We are a meritocracy, believing great ideas come from anyone. If you prove capable, you will be given opportunities to do more and more. Our team members are our most important asset. Developing each other’s skills and striving for both success and personal fulfillment is our highest priority.

Also, because ambition and ideals only take us so far, we have a host of perks that include: a full package of benefits with employer-paid health insurance, generous holiday schedule, work from home policies, 401k matching, a new business incentive program and much more.

Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid

Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:30pm

The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the agency. The Brand Amp is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of color, race, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. The salary range is the range The Brand Amp, in good faith, believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future, and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. Even within the pay range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market and business considerations.

The Brand Amp offers a competitive salary and employee benefit package. We are a successful, dynamic organization experiencing rapid growth and are seeking an energetic and confident individual to join our team of professionals.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k), with employer matching
• Employer provided/supplemented health, dental, vision and life insurance
• Traditional holidays and paid time off
• Employee referral program
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• New Business Procurement Incentive Program

The Brand Amp

WHO ARE WE?

At the Hong Kong Tourism Board, we take great pride in helping people across the world fall in love with our home. There are many challenges, but we continue in earnest to revitalize and reshape the Hong Kong tourism brand and build sustainable growth for our city’s economy. To achieve our ambition, we are inviting passionate talents with a global mindset to join us at this incredible juncture, and work with a dynamic and fun team.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE AND LEARN?

This role will work with the Senior Manager, Marketing & PR, and the Director, USA to formulate the overall integrated marketing plan for the USA market across HKTB’s public relations disciplines.

The incumbent’s extensive knowledge of marketing strategy must be applied to media, influencer marketing and PR in the travel business, to achieve all KPIs. The incumbent will also deliver smart, strategic programs and big ideas for the annual marketing plan.

Integrated Marketing

• Drive the development of innovative, highly integrated marketing programs that have the potential and strategic / creative flair to win major industry awards, while delivering on HKTB goals first and foremost.
• Work closely with Senior Managers of Marketing and Trade Marketing to develop and execute integrated campaigns, co-ops and partnerships that build interest in Hong Kong.
• Ensure full integration of media / PR activities into the overall consumer communications plan and consistency with global brand requirements across all North America regional communications.
• Prepare documents / briefs for content partnerships and creative development of social media/influencer marketing programs. Verify supporting assets as brand campaign- and cross-discipline-relevant to ensure strong message integration for PR, consumer and trade, as required by the campaign.
• Ensure delivery of thorough campaign performance reports, so optimization and key learnings can be applied for maximum effectiveness.
• Recommend the KPIs for the coming fiscal year, delivering strategically-relevant data to drive decision making.

Public Relations

• Manage PR agency in development of strategy, concepts and execution of measurable PR campaigns that contribute to meeting annual KPIs.
• Work closely with Agency for proactive identification of PR story angles and evaluation of and securing Super Fans, as per Agreement.
• Integrally involve in TV / Streaming show sponsorships and secure approval from Head Office with full financial policy & procedure compliance.
• Source and develop high-visibility media co-ops and content partnerships to keep Hong Kong top-of-mind among consumers, trade and press.
• Monitor media volume and consumer sentiment to help the USA team and Head Office stay on top of trends and news matters through monitoring service.
• Issue press releases through distribution service. Compile results and deliver monthly Media Monitor Publicity Report.

Budget Management/Control

• Work closely with the team on Budget Plans for planning, spending allocations and accurate spend-to-budget, and recommend fund movement at re-estimates for management approval.
• Negotiate contracts, media partnerships and marketing services agreements with venues, third-party vendors, talent, production companies, influencers/KOLs, agencies of record, and others as they arise.
• Follow all financial policy compliance requirements.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• Minimum 8 years of PR agency or client-side integrated marketing experience, with 3 years at managerial position gained from travel industry / destination tourism marketing functional area.
• Well-versed in traditional, social marketing and PR, as well as management on third-party vendors (e.g. PR agency / KOLs / talent agents), projects, budget and crisis.
• Strong acumen in media relations with proven record in media/social media content placements and media co-op opportunities.
• Strategic thinker with good organisational and leadership skills, strong attention to details and ability to set objectives, prioritise, critically assess issues, and deliver within given deadlines and resources.
• Highly proactive and creative, always search for innovative big ideas.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, culturally sensitive; able to work as a team effectively, and influence others, internally and externally, for positive results.
• Willingness to travel.

LOCATION:

• The position is located in our Los Angeles office.
• We do not offer moving allowances from other cities.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you are the one we are looking for, please send us your resume with present and expected salary by clicking “Apply Now”. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

Hong Kong Tourism Board

 Job description:
·         Generating launch buzz for new products that client IT launches
·         Creating learning videos
·         Publishing communication reports to business, IT and Operations
·         Collaborate with Architects, Sr. Directors of IT and Business to drive right level of communication plans
 
iTech Solutions

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the development and production of super micro-short films in the United States, managing the entire process from outline to final production.
2. Develop new super micro-short drama projects, including researching market trends and audience feedback, developing and adjusting creative content for different audiences, screening potential IP resources, utilizing AI technology for creative development, and reviewing scripts.
3. Find and collaborate with local US production teams that meet project requirements, negotiate and coordinate with film companies and filming teams, and communicate various aspects of cooperation with them.
4. Control project budgets, monitor the progress of production projects throughout the entire process, coordinate and solve problems at any time during project progress, supervise the quality and progress of ongoing projects, and ensure the smooth operation of the entire filming process.

Requirements:

1. Have 1-5 years of work experience and knowledge in the field of film, television, and short film production, and be able to independently manage projects. Candidates with executive producer experience or shorts experience are preferred.
2. Familiar with the entire process of film and television production, have cost awareness, financial management skills, overall planning and time management skills, and be able to independently supervise pre-production, production, and post-production work during short drama production.
3. Rich contacts and resources in the US film and television production industry are preferred.
4. Familiar with European and American mainstream culture, familiar with North American market demands, business models of streaming and social media companies, have a deep understanding and judgment of the internet and drama industries, have industry insight and dialogue skills, and have research and thinking on the commercialization channels of dramas.
5. Understand the application and development trends of AI technology and be able to use AI technology such as GPT 4.0 for content planning and creation to improve the quality of super micro-short dramas.
6. Have good communication skills and team spirit, and be able to lead and coordinate teams to complete projects.

COL Group Co., Ltd.

Los Angeles Urban League

Founded in 1921, the Los Angeles Urban League is a 100-year-old, service organization that educates and empowers Black, African American, Latino, and other disadvantaged populations in Los Angeles to secure economic self-reliance and civil rights by providing targeted social programs and advocating for issues that benefit our communities. The Urban League works ensure our communities have access to careers with living wages, opportunities to start and grow successful businesses, and educational pathways to personal and professional growth. Learn more at www.laul.org

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Communications Director, the Los Angeles Urban League Communications Coordinator works closely with department heads for Programs, Entrepreneurship, Development, Advocacy, and the Executive Team to plan, create, and distribute internal and external communications activities. The Communications Coordinator will engage the organizations network by producing timely content and strategic content for the project’s multiple social media and multimedia platforms. The coordinator is responsible for content production via graphic design, writing, and video while finding ways to maximize audience engagement through various marketing channels including websites, email, social media, advertising, public relations, and print. This position is open to local candidates only as it will be based onsite in our Los Angeles office.

***As part of our application process, we ask that you submit a cover letter with your resume***

PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS The Communications Coordinator has a primary working relationship with the Communications Director.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages LAUL’s social media presence including developing and implementing strategies for both organic and paid advertising to increase channel engagement.
• Produce ads, flyers, banners, brochures, fact sheets, event signage, invitations, etc., as needed, with and without the support of outside vendors.
• Support email marketing efforts, including developing content, layout, design and writing email newsletters, updates, and other outreach.
• Collaborate with colleagues and LAUL clients in capturing event experiences, client experience and donor stories to share via digital channels.
• Track and analyze marketing and communications data for strategic input, outreach adaptation, and reporting purposes.
• Manage ongoing education of various marketing technologies and graphic design trends
• General communications, business duties and special projects as needed.
• And other duties as assigned.
• Promotes the mission, image, philosophy, and branding of the Association that results in immediate and positive recognition.

SECONDARY DUTIES

Communications – Social Media/Network Engagement/ Content Production

• Ability to identify and produce creative content via photography and videography.
• Ideate and execute an innovative and brand-aligned social content and social growth strategy across multi-platforms (IG, FB, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.).
• Social Media Communication (commenting, reposting, responding to comments/dms).
• Creative copywriting, content ideation and execution, multi-platform strategy planning and conversion analysis.
• Manage content/marketing calendars, scheduling, and performance analytics

Communications – Media Relations

• Build relationships with media outlets and key communications partners that will lead to mainstream media coverage of the organization’s event.
• Track news coverage of the Los Angeles Urban League and its key issues.
• Work with the LAUL team members to generate and release media advisories, press releases, and statements and proactively pitch outlets around key issues.
• Develop talking points for pertinent current events and programming for use by staff and allies.

Communications – Other

• Write and design regular content for website and email list.
• Performs other duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS or BA from accredited college or university.
• Two to three years of experience.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Excellent written, oral, and communication.
• Knowledge of computer programs including Word, Access, Excel, and MS Publisher.
• A fast-paced work environment excites you, and you can effortlessly adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• You bring a wealth of experience in public relations and communications, with a proven track record of successful campaigns and brand building.
• Your exceptional writing skills allow you to adapt to our brand voice effortlessly, effectively reaching diverse audiences across press, social media, and internal channels.

SPECIALIZED QUALIFICATIONS

• Transcode and organize footage.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Indesign, WordPress, Graphic Design.
• Troubleshoot technical issues for in-office and remote staff/consultants.

The ideal candidate supplements his/her/their education and experience by possessing a passion for communications and appreciating its impact on advancing the Los Angeles Urban League’s mission.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS The Communications Coordinator primarily works Monday -Friday during normal business hours. He/She/They should also be available to support special events on evenings and weekends, as needed.

Relocation assistance is not available at this time.

The Los Angeles Urban League is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status

Los Angeles Urban League

Project Manager, Employee Engagement

Location: Foster City, CA
Duration: 6 Months

Description:
We are looking for an Employee Engagement Project Manager who will be responsible for the enhancement and management of existing programs and development of new initiatives within our Employer Brand project.
The ideal candidate for this role will have strong project management experience, a bias for action, and a keen interest in fostering a fantastic workplace culture.
They should also have a track record of excellent project management skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic,
fast-paced environment, while managing multiple priorities concurrently.

Responsibilities:
-Elevate and manage existing employee engagement programs, including wellness initiatives, recognition, swag, employee communications, and internal engagement activities.
-Strengthen our Employer Brand by developing internal engagement programs to excite crew, build connectedness, and create strong connections to our mission, purpose, and values.
-Develop and execute a strategy to promote our engagement and total rewards program including Compensation, Benefits, Wellness, Places & Build, Learning & Development, Swag, and company celebrations.
-Continuously assess and analyze the effectiveness of current programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
– Prepare regular reports on program effectiveness and take action to implement adjustments.
-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement enhancements, ensuring that engagement initiatives align with our culture and values.
-Maintain relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure the smooth execution of our programs.

Qualifications:
-5+ years of corporate employee experience, internal communications, or people program experience.
-Excellent project management skills, including creating project plans, tracking progress, and
meeting deadlines with the ability to manage multiple time-sensitive projects under tight deadlines.
-Meticulous attention to detail and organizational abilities to ensure the success and accuracy of programs and initiatives.
-Strong bias for action and a track record of swift, efficient work delivery.
– Proven ability to take initiative, identify opportunities for improvement, and execute on key deliverables.
-Keen problem solver with a knack for identifying and resolving challenges that may arise throughout a project.
-Positive attitude and self-starter with the ability to forge relationships with cross-functional partners and key stakeholders.
-Genuine passion for enhancing employee experience and fostering a positive workplace culture.
ICONMA

Experience:

• Mid 3+ years
• Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Fundamental working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
• Experience in Advertising/Print – retail/fashion background is a plus.
• Experience working with executives, such as creative director and art director.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment with a high volume workload.
• Good communication/ time management skills mandatory.

*This position will work regularly with designers and production artists so the ability to facilitate a smooth project glow is required. Strong attention to detail, excellent organization skills & able to understand how to prioritize tasks – experience receiving and assigning job requests to design team is preferred

24 Seven Talent

Job Posting Date: November 14, 2023

Application Deadline: December 15, 2023

Start Date: Immediate, not later than January 31, 2024

Position: Onsite, full-time, exempt employee, with occasional weekends and evenings

Overview: 

Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SAMO Fund) is seeking a full-time Donor and Communications Director to help execute the Fund’s events and donor membership program, advance annual fundraising strategies, and implement communications to reach organizational benchmarks. This position reports to the Executive Director. In this role, you will be responsible for, but are not limited to:

Strategic Planning

• Create annual strategic fundraising and outreach plans
• Plan development and implement measurable objectives, strategies, budgets, and fundraising initiatives and timelines informed by the National Park Service, SAMO Fund’s Executive Director and Board

Donor Engagement and Program Coordination

• Oversee donor membership program including strategic processes, logistics, and communications to achieve fundraising revenue goals
• Oversee processes and communications for donor recruitment, onboarding, and retention
• Process membership renewal letters & donor acknowledgments

·       Research donor cultivation opportunities with relevant businesses, funding entities, and partners

·       Attend outreach events to cultivate relationships and prospects

·       Provide the highest level of customer service to donors and the community

·       Develop a strong case for the Park and SAMO Fund initiatives

·       Create Donor Recognition Plan

·       Cultivate relationships with philanthropic sector

·       Strategically steward new donors

·       Assist in development of new strategies to increase donor and volunteer engagement, retention and revenue

·       Build relationships to cultivate, solicit and steward donors

Communications/Outreach:

• Work with Executive Director to develop annual communications strategy and marketing materials to achieve goals
• Prepare mailings, brochures and other promotional materials including annual reports, website content, event and campaign materials, fact sheets and other program information in collaboration with graphics artist
• Oversee communications content and processes including weekly social media posts, website, newsletters, MailChimp campaigns, annual reports, etc.
• Craft compelling stories
• Cooperate with Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area personnel
• Work with other community partners to accomplish organization and fundraising goals
• Represent SAMO Fund at limited number of community events and festivals
• Engage volunteers and other key stakeholders to support fundraising and outreach programs

Committee Support: 

• Attend and coordinate with Executive Director scheduling and administrative needs for SAMO Fund’s Fundraising and Outreach Committee
• Provide leadership and act as a team partner with committee members to raise funds and generate outreach

Events:

• Strategize, design, coordinate, manage logistics to implement donor events, including annual gala events
• Work to achieve fundraising goals through mission-based activities events for community engagement
• Manage event revenue and expense budgets for events
• Coordinate and manage event staff and volunteers-in-parks

Database Management:

• Manage CRM Little Green Light database to maintain donor records, track gift and engagement history, generate reports effectively to monitor development strategy
• Oversee gift processing and acknowledgment process, as well as maintain all donor files including call notes and correspondence
• Maintain and update mailing lists in Little Green Light and MailChimp
• Create content to update webpages on SAMO Fund website

Other Duties:

• Collaborate and communicate with Executive Director and team, park personnel, volunteers-in parks, vendors, partners, visitors, community, and other individuals as needed to coordinate events, exchange information, or resolve problems.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure all gifts are represented and reconciled in financial management systems
• Prepare fundraising reports, including progress towards financial goals, revenue and expenses related to fundraising
• Maintain an awareness of NPS rules and procedures, Director’s Order 32 and 21, SAMO FUND branding standards, new event trends, best practices, and advances in the field; read professional literature; attend workshops and training sessions, as appropriate.
• Manage marketing intern(s) to undertake specific projects

Competencies:

• Self-starter able to work in fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Must enjoy detail-oriented work and possess exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to set up processes, systems, and workflow
• Strong written and verbal communication; excellent writing and editing skills
• People person with enthusiasm for providing the highest level of customer service to our members and community partners.
• Proven ability to support and lead committees and volunteers
• Ability to plan and execute events, including logistics and day-of coordination
• Open to change, highly adaptable as situations might require
• Strong interest in working in the nonprofit field, passion for national parks and public lands, and desire to help SAMO Fund meet its mission
• Possess an “entrepreneurial spirit”
• Participate positively in an organizational culture valuing creativity, collaboration, strategic thinking and planning
• Navigate through challenges
• Build partnerships
• Strive to continually expand your knowledge of Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• High level of professionalism

Required Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advance degree preferred.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a non-profit progressively responsible fundraising experience
• Experience in developing compelling, cohesive campaigns, fundraising plans and strategies
• Demonstration of ability to write effective promotional materials for donors
• Success in managing donor/prospect portfolios
• Experience with current and evolving trends in major gifts giving and solicitation
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with strong attention to detail
• Experience working in donor relations for a not-for-profit organization required
• Experience and proficiency with computer software applications: MS Windows, MS Office Suite, Canva, MailChimp, Google products, Adobe and other common platforms
• Database management experience, preferably with Little Green Light
• Experience managing Mailchimp communications and social media platforms

Why Work for Us:

SAMO Fund’s office is located in Thousand Oaks, CA. Work closely with smart, talented community-minded people that truly love the park and want everyone to enjoy all the park has to offer.  We are a small team, so you will have the opportunity to use your diverse skillset to directly benefit the work and impact of SAMO FUND. We offer a work-life balance, flexibility, and excitement of a small nonprofit, with the support, stability, and professionalism of a large organization through our partnership with the National Park Service.

Special Conditions:

• Employees are required to drive personal vehicles for official business
• Must be willing to commute to various Park locations in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, limited, but as needed for special programs
• Employees need to be able to walk a half mile up and down a steep grade on an uneven surface
• Ability to lift up-to-25 pounds

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is set at $70,000. We offer PTO, paid holidays, flexible work schedule, as well as professional development opportunities.

About SAMO FUND:

Santa Monica Mountains Fund (SAMO Fund) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an essential partner to the National Park Service (NPS) that supports habitat restoration, hiking trail improvement, educational programs, and wildlife conservation in the Santa Monica Mountains – our Nation’s largest urban national park, located in the greater Los Angeles area of Southern California.

Application:

Send cover letter and resume with your name saved as the document, i.e. “Jane Doe Resume/John Doe Cover Letter” to [email protected]. Indicate in Subject Line: Donor and Communications Director

Santa Monica Mountains Fund