Talent Casting Calls and Auditions

CASTING CALL FOR SHORT FILM: “KEALOHA DISAPPEARS”

Directed by Lucas Manuel-Scheibe, “Kealoha Disappears” is a poignant thesis student film from New York University, exploring themes of family, loss, and perseverance. Set against the lush backdrop of Hawaiʻi Island, this narrative follows a 17-year-old girl and her father in their quest to find her missing brother as his graduation party looms near.

Production Details:

• Location: Kohala, Hawaiʻi
• Shooting Schedule: June 18th-30th, 2024
• Compensation: Talent will be flown out as necessary and compensated.

Available Roles:

1. Kaia (LEAD)

   • Age: 15-17
   • Character Overview: Kaia is the resilient and reflective daughter of Willy and younger sister to the absent Kealoha. Accustomed yet unsettled by her brother’s frequent disappearances, Kaia faces a growing sense of urgency as the date of his graduation party approaches without any sign of him. Her journey is one of internal struggle, familial duty, and self-discovery.

2. Willy (LEAD)

   • Age: 50s
   • Character Overview: Willy is the stoic and devoted father of Kaia and Kealoha, wrestling with his paternal responsibilities and his secret exhaustion from his son’s continual absence. As the graduation party nears, Willy’s story is one of reconciliation and understanding, primarily focusing on his relationship with Kaia.

3. Uncle Kel (Supporting)

   • Age: 50s
   • Character Overview: Uncle Kel, Willy’s brother, offers comic relief and warmth amidst the family’s tension. His presence and actions, though seemingly light-hearted, play a crucial role in the family dynamics, especially in preparing for Kealoha’s graduation party.

4. Grandma (Supporting)

   • Age: 70s-80s
   • Character Overview: The family matriarch, Grandma exerts a quiet but profound influence, holding the family together as they navigate through Kealoha’s disappearance. Her wisdom and subtle guidance offer comfort and resolve to Willy.

5. Aunty Nani (Supporting)

   • Age: 50s-70s
   • Character Overview: Aunty Nani, the head of the ranch where Kealoha works, provides new insights into Kealoha’s life, revealing aspects unknown to Kaia and Willy. Her role adds depth to the narrative, highlighting the complexity of Kealoha’s character and situation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the director and crew to bring the script to life.
• Attend all scheduled rehearsals and shooting dates.
• Collaborate with other cast members to develop character dynamics and ensure a cohesive storytelling experience.

Requirements:

• Must be available for the entire production window (June 18th-30th, 2024).
• Previous acting experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be willing to travel to Hawaiʻi (accommodations and travel provided).
• Ability to convey deep emotional states and complex familial relationships.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
• Travel expenses and accommodations in Hawaiʻi will be provided.
• An invaluable opportunity to work on a meaningful project with potential for festival submissions and wide exposure.

Casting Call: “Mother Nature and The Doomsday Prepper”

Mother Nature Doomsday Prepper is excited to announce a casting call for a feature film. We are looking for local talent from the Tampa Bay Area to join our family-friendly comedy film. This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking experience in the film industry and wanting to contribute to a creative and dynamic project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Act as background talent in various scenes of the feature film.
• Follow the directions of the film director and crew.
• Be prompt and present on set for the full duration of the scheduled shooting dates.
• Work cooperatively with other cast and crew members.
• Maintain a professional demeanor on set at all times.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Open to all types, no specific acting experience required.
• Must be available for the full day’s shoot on the specified dates (3/4 & 3/8 as well as other dates that will be provided if selected).
• Must be a local resident of the Tampa Bay Area or able to work in Tampa Bay as a local.
• Ability to follow instructions and quickly adapt to directions.
• Punctuality and reliability are crucial.

Compensation:

• Paid position, $12.00 per hour with a 6-hour minimum guarantee.
• Additional details regarding compensation will be disclosed if selected for the role.
• Candidates should be prepared for full days with open availability.

Casting Call: Seeking a Cool Dancing Grandpa for Coffee TVC

Are you a grandpa with moves to show off? Do you have a passion for dance and a lively spirit? We’re looking for you! We are casting Australia-wide for a unique and energetic grandpa to star in our upcoming Coffee TV Commercial (TVC). This is a fantastic opportunity for those who love to dance and want to showcase their skills on a national platform.

Job Details:

• Role: Cool Dancing Grandpa
• Age Range: 60-75 years old
• Ethnicities: All ethnicities are welcome
• Dance Experience: Applicants should have experience in any type of dance. Whether you’re a ballroom dancer, hip hop enthusiast, tap dancer, or have your own unique style, we’d love to see what you’ve got!
• Acting Experience: No professional acting experience is required. We’re looking for authentic and genuine individuals.
• Shoot Date: The shoot is scheduled for 11 March 2024.
• Location: Australia-wide search. Specific shoot location to be confirmed.
• Availability: The successful applicant will be needed for 1 x 10-hour shoot day.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform dance routines as directed, bringing energy and personality to the role.
• Collaborate with the production team and director to bring the creative vision to life.
• Be prepared to take direction and possibly learn choreography or adapt your dancing for the shoot.
• Attend any necessary fittings or meetings prior to the shoot day.

Requirements:

• Male, aged between 60-75.
• Resides in Australia.
• Available to shoot on the specified date.
• Must have dance experience (all dance styles welcome).
• Comfortable being on camera and able to convey emotion through dance.
• Reliable and professional on set.
• Willing to travel to the shoot location (if required).

Compensation:

• This role pays $12,000 for the 1 x 10-hour shoot day.
• Travel expenses will be covered if the shoot location requires travel from your residence.

Casting Call: Special Needs Talent for On-Camera Project

Job Description: We are currently seeking individuals with special needs who are comfortable in front of the camera and have a zest for having fun. This is a fantastic opportunity to participate in a project that embraces diversity and aims to showcase the joy and energy of people with special needs. No prior acting experience is required, and we encourage families or individuals who love to express themselves and engage with others to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in filming sessions as directed by the production team.
• Engage with other cast members and the production team in a positive and cooperative manner.
• Follow direction regarding specific actions, movements, or interactions required for the project.
• Be available for the entire shooting schedule as communicated by the production coordinator.

Requirements:

• Must be 5 years of age or older.
• Individuals with special needs who are enthusiastic about being on camera.
• Must be able to follow simple instructions and interact well with others.
• Must have a flexible schedule to accommodate shooting dates.
• Families and individuals are welcome to apply.

Compensation Details:

• Successful candidates will receive a casting rate of $800 per person.
• Payment terms and conditions will be provided upon selection and will be detailed in the talent contract.

With a culture of recognition and reputation for excellence, ELS is the ideal organization in which to develop a long and successful career!

ELS is hiring for the position of Creative Director for our MHVillage/Datacomp subsidiary.

Company

Founded in 1987, MHVillage/Datacomp is a subsidiary of ELS and a national leader in the manufactured housing industry based in Grand Rapids, Michigan Our business units include MHVillage.com, the largest online marketplace for manufactured housing with more than $3 billion in home sales and rental transactions annually; Datacomp Appraisal Systems, the nation’s leading provider of market-based manufactured home valuation and inspection services; Datacomp/JLT, the most trusted source for market data on the manufactured housing asset class; and the MHInsider magazine, the industry’s trade publication for manufactured housing professionals.

Position

Reporting to the Vice President–Marketing, the Creative Director is a senior marketing role that oversees the production and day-to-day operations of the marketing department. Working in collaboration with the Vice President–Marketing, the Creative Director ensures timely development and execution of strategic product, brand, advertising and marketing initiatives for both internal and external clients. In addition to providing ongoing coaching, mentoring and direction to a small marketing team, this position works hands-on with several projects at a time, will be involved in all phases of creative development, will oversee the creative process, proof all work created by direct reports, and stay apprised of the competitive landscape as well as the latest creative, advertising, and marketing trends.

Although creativity and artistic talent are critical skills for this position, we’re looking for someone who loves to create purpose-driven marketing that increases conversions, leads and sales; not just someone who likes to do art for art’s sake (to make things look pretty) or spend two months working on a project that should only take two days.

To fulfill the needs of this role, the Creative Director must have exceptional attention to detail; be pro-active; have a strong work ethic; good customer experience / people skills in line with our company’s core values; strong conceptual thinking and creative problem-solving; the ability to multi-task under ever-changing deadlines; have a creative eye for design, composition, video editing, typography, and image selection; direct-response copywriting and editing experience; plus proven success leading a creative team to develop highly-effective, conversion-optimized marketing in a timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Responsibilities and essential functions of this position include but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with the Vice President–Marketing to ensure the timely development and execution of advertising, marketing, branding, and revenue initiatives for the organization and external clients as assigned.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the marketing team including project management, traffic control, production schedules and quality assurance for a multi-disciplined, cross-functional marketing department to complete projects on time and within budget including: digital and print production of marketing collateral, transactional and marketing emails, direct-response copywriting, advertising and promotional campaigns, PPC management, social media, content marketing, website design, etc.
• Lead the team in ideation, conceptual thinking and creative problem solving, then guide the process of distilling the best ideas into strategic marketing solutions that tactically fulfill the business needs of our organization and external clients.
• Share what you know while listening to, and learning from, what we know.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring and direction to marketing team members to facilitate the achievement of individual and departmental goals, while ensuring quality work, integrity and professionalism from the marketing team.
• Successfully distinguish good ideas from bad ideas, developing the good ones into effective marketing assets that generate traffic, sales leads, and revenue.
• Initiate and maintain key relationships with marketing suppliers, stakeholders, and internal teams through ongoing phone, video conference, e-mail and Slack contact.
• Engage in hands-on departmental production work as a backup for existing team member absences or to bridge gaps in available talent resources as needed.
• Develop systems and standard operating procedures to improve departmental efficiency and team member training.
• Coordinate with the appropriate departments to gain relevant information, resolve or escalate customer concerns, execute initiatives, fulfill orders and provide product support.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on MHVillage/Datacomp products and services including MHVillage.com and the MHVillage advertising network, the MHInsider trade magazine and professional advertising channels, and Datacomp valuation services and market data.
• Support the business development and customer experience teams with high levels of customer service, including timely and accurate fulfillment of marketing requests.
• As one of the essential functions of this role, this position coordinates the organization’s promotional presence at industry events including display management, shipping, swag inventory management, staff registrations, travel arrangements, sponsorships and marketing collateral. This function also involves attending industry events and conferences to unpack, assemble, disassemble, pack and ship the organization’s trade show displays (moving around large event venues, lifting and moving items weighing up to 75 lbs), and works the organization’s booth to understand the needs of customers and prospects, and identify market opportunities.
• Miscellaneous responsibilities as requested by executive management and required by the business needs of the organization.

Successful candidates will produce work to the highest standards and are passionate about branding, advertising, marketing, copywriting, social media and evolving technology. Communication and leadership are big parts of the job, so the Creative Director must feel confident enough to lead to the entire creative process. Keeping a finger on the pulse of current and competitive trends and going above and beyond is also necessary to be successful in this role.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5-7 years of hands-on marketing or creative services experience including campaign development, graphic design/art direction, copywriting, email marketing, websites, social media, search engine marketing, etc.
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading a multi-disciplined marketing team, including designers, copywriters and digital marketers by managing and directing projects from ideation, through production, to completion–on time and within budget.
• Agency or creative services background preferred.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating mastery of traditional, website and digital design and copywriting including proven marketing campaign results with case studies.
• Self-starter, can recognize, qualify and recommend marketing opportunities.
• Up-to-date knowledge of marketing trends and best practices, especially in the areas of content development, video and email marketing.
• Exceptional computer proficiency including extensive experience with Macintosh computer systems, Adobe Creative Cloud (especially Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop), WordPress, HTML, CSS, email marketing including Mailchimp and Klaviyo, AgoraPulse or similar social media management software, Unbounce, SEO, content development, direct-response copywriting, MS Office, Google Apps, and other marketing software.
• Lead by example, inspire and excite the team by creating and maintaining an engaged, creative and happy department culture.
• Extraordinary attention to detail, proofreading, editing, organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced working environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to pitch in as necessary.
• Superior communication skills in person, on the phone and in written communications.
• Dependable, adaptable and enthusiastic.
• Ability to travel to the MHVillage office and industry conferences or events approximately 6-10 times annually for periods of 3-5 days; the ability to lift and move 75 lbs; and the ability to move about event venues, assemble trade show displays, work the organization’s trade show booth for extended periods of time, and interact with current and prospective customers to identify market opportunities are essential functions required of this role.

From time to time, the Creative Director may need to work hours that aren’t typical, so a flexible approach is needed to be a good fit for this position.

Compensation and Benefits

This position offers an opportunity for a top performer to stand out as exceptional in a small, yet highly-important niche of the overall real estate market. We offer an attractive compensation program including medical benefits with available dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee stock purchase plan; and company-matched 401(k).

This is a full-time, remote position based in Grand Rapids, Michigan with some travel required.

Although this is a remote position, travel to the MHVillage office will be necessary from time-to-time. So, priority will be given to candidates located within a reasonable driving distance from Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc.

As a Senior Content Design Producer for our video services team, you will play a pivotal role in and will be part of a team of hardworking producers whose goal is to define, refine, uphold, and advance the experience of discovering and consuming content on our Video Platform.

Hybrid, Tues, Wed, Thurs, work from home Monday and Friday

Culver City

Pay: Starting at $75/hr (W2)

Qualifications:

– 8-10 years of experience as a lead producer in a creative advertising agency

– Expertise in content creation and production processes, ideally within a subscription services business model.

– Experience with broadcast graphics production, ideally in sports broadcasting.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for leading end-to-end content creation and production processes across initiatives. Key responsibilities include:

1. Leading communications and workflows, ensuring effective exchange of information and asset deliverables.

2. Clearly communicating campaign timelines, project deliverables, and resourcing needs.

3. Handling simultaneous demands by prioritizing resources appropriately while mitigating challenges.

4. Eliminating time-sensitive bottlenecks to produce high-quality creative expediently.

5. Escalating issues on a day-to-day basis while troubleshooting production challenges.

6. Building relationships with cross-functional teams to foster innovation within the work environment

7. Planning efficient internal/external workflows while continuously improving them

8. Aligning all business partners through clear briefs

9. Crafting Statements of Work (SOWs) accurately assessing burn rates

10. Independently managing budgets and agency relationships

11 .Collaborating with Marketing/Product counterparts to ensure creative aligns with channel partner needs.

24 Seven Talent

Job Summary:

As a Creative Director at Catchy, you will serve as the foremost visionary and strategic leader, focused on conceptualizing and executing end-to-end campaigns targeted at gamers who build their computers with state-of-the-art hardware. This role blends deep industry knowledge, a passion for gaming culture, and experience in digital and brick-and-mortar retail to create compelling campaigns that resonate with gamers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize, develop, and pitch industry-leading creative ideas that reach key audiences across various touchpoints, with a focus on experience-led storytelling.
• Partner closely with client services, strategy, and production teams to translate client briefs into compelling creative solutions that drive results.
• Ability to provide strategic vision while providing hands-on execution
• Direct lifestyle and product photoshoots, blending digital art and photography to create compelling graphics that resonate with gamers, showcasing gaming as a lifestyle and experience.
• Create and activate brand materials to uphold Catchy high-creative standards.
• Participate in new business activities, including initial discovery, scope, proposal, and pitch development
• Evaluate and monitor the quality of creative deliverables from adherence to strategic vision, brand guidelines, and team productivity.
• Monitor consistency of brand and visual identity alignment of creative deliverables
• Lead and grow a deep network of creative freelancers, forging new collaborations, and leveraging external talents with an eye for high-quality creative deliverables.
• Have a constant pulse on creative and design trends to continually push the boundaries of our creative deliverables.
• Lead and inspire a team of creatives fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment through mentorship, resources, and training.

What You Will Bring:

• Gaming Industry Expertise: You have extensive knowledge of the gaming industry, particularly in the hardware space, understanding gamers’ preferences, trends, and aspirations.
• Extensive Creative Experience: You have 10+ years of experience in a senior creative role within an agency, with a significant focus on creative strategies in the gaming and developer industry.
• Strategic Vision: A visionary thinker with the ability to conceptualize and execute creative strategies that elevate brands and drive business goals.
• Leadership Excellence: Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire, motivate, and grow creative talent, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Communication and Engagement: Outstanding communication skills to articulate a clear vision, engage with technical teams, clients, and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and commitment
• Industry Leadership: A reputation for impeccable taste in design, industry-leading ideas, and a portfolio showcasing a breadth of successful, innovative campaigns and projects.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in design or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in a senior creative role, art director, or creative director experience at an agency, or consulting firm, preferably within the gaming or tech industry.
• Proven experience leading and growing a talented creative bench delivering impactful work.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, etc.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of successful, innovative campaigns across various channels.
• An extensive network of creative freelancers and creative collaborators.
• Exceptional visual and verbal presentation skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality
• Experience working in the tech sector with B2B experience is preferred. 
• Video production experience is a plus

Catchy

Manager, Marketing Partnerships Creative – Creative Producer, 30897626

THE ROLE

Within Marketing Partnerships, Creative Production brings the creative vision to life by focusing on how the idea will be produced and implemented. This will cover everything from logistics/creative production to mapping resources, to timeline and financial management, to cross-functional coordination and partnership/agency management (and more). In many ways, Creative Production functions as the Executive Producer of the campaign – and this role is essential to managing, communicating and bringing the creative vision to life.

Creative Planning

· Input into partnership development and deal memo/related terms to ensure we can both enforce and fulfill partner commitments.

· Review all creative concepts for feasibility, ensuring that campaign can be made on-time, on-budget and within reasonable risk of our legal/BA parameters.

· Partner closely with the Creative Development team on campaign planning rollout and in selection of creative partners, if applicable. Own development of agency SOW/estimate, if applicable.

· Develop a project plan that drives timeline, budget and key cross-functional stakeholder milestones. Partner with the lead creative agency to develop and adhere to the plan.

Campaign Production / Implementation

· Partner closely with the Creative Development team for flawless and impactful campaign execution. This includes executional oversight and coordination of all campaign elements (video, print/ooh, talent/legal, influencer kits, digital, social media/content, activations/events, PR, etc.).

· Act as key liaison to the organic/brand partner and agency partner.

· Own and manage budgets, including reviewing and negotiating production/talent estimates/bids. This also includes recommendations for additional investment into the program.

· Anticipate bottlenecks and propose solutions in advance. Lead problem-solving when elements of a campaign go off-course during execution – making key decisions so we can continue to deliver without compromising overall creative vision.

· Act as the co-lead alongside the creative team in any bespoke AV productions/shoots to ensure the smooth running of the production, taking into account all requirements.

· Ensure all necessary assets are reviewed, approved and delivered on-time – to all necessary cross-functional partners (internal, external and agency partners).

· Coordinate with key internal teams for optimal amplification of the campaign.

Team Management and Operations

· Manage all tasks and resourcing on key projects so they move smoothly and efficiently and all tasks are properly assigned.

· Input into workflow and resource management for the entire team, anticipating and planning for thoughtful freelance and agency support.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

· Minimum 7+ years of experience on marketing partnerships and program execution, preferably with experience in an entertainment or agency environment.

· Deep experience and understanding in partnerships and program management – working on fast paced projects that involve multiple stakeholders, content production, and media activations.

· Ability to cultivate relationships and efficiently communicate across multiple cross-functional partners – internal, external and agency partners

· Operational management within a film or TV studio environment is a plus.

· Prior relationship management experience is a must.

· Works effectively and enjoys the interplay across multiple teams and stakeholders

· Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Bias to action, proactive & innovative by nature

· Understand, advocate, and embody the company’s values and team goals.

Pay Rate Range:

· $3,750-5,000/week

Cypress HCM

Casting Call: Lead and Supporting Roles for “Female Heist” Feature Film

Job Detail: We are currently seeking talent for lead and supporting roles in the upcoming feature film “Female Heist.” This project will be filmed on location in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. We are looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to bring life to our dynamic characters.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the film’s director and fellow actors to create compelling scenes and character interactions.
• Memorize lines and deliver them with authenticity and in line with the director’s vision.
• Be able to take direction and adapt performances as required.
• Maintain a professional attitude and work ethic throughout long shooting days.
• Be prepared to work as a local hire in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, for the duration of the shoot.

Requirements:

• For the role of JACOBO: Male, aged 20-30, open to all ethnicities. The character is a rugged islander with a dubious moral compass, who plays a pivotal role in the film’s plot by stealing money from a female protagonist.
• Must have strong acting skills and the ability to embody the character’s persona.
• A Caribbean/West Indies accent is highly desirable.
• Must be reliable, punctual, and have a flexible schedule to accommodate shooting requirements.
• Previous acting experience in film or theatre is preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. and able to work as a local hire in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands.

Compensation:

• Talent rate is $250/day.
• The rate is based on a standard 8-hour workday, excluding overtime and per diems.

Casting Call: Feature Film “Female Heist” – Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Detail: We are currently casting for various lead and supporting roles for the upcoming feature film “Female Heist.” Production is set to take place in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. We are looking for dynamic individuals to bring life to the film’s colorful and intense narrative.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a given character following the director’s vision
• Participate in readings, rehearsals, and costume fittings
• Collaborate with other cast and crew members
• Be punctual and maintain a professional demeanor on set
• Available for the entire shooting schedule in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

Requirements:

• For the role of POLICE #3: Individuals aged 30 to 40, all ethnicities, any gender
• Must have a very fit body type and clean-cut looks
• Must be able to convincingly portray a police officer
• Must be able to work as a local hire in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands
• Caribbean/West Indies accent is a plus but not mandatory
• Previous acting experience preferred but not essential

Compensation: Talent rate is $250/day.