Talent Casting Calls and Auditions

align Public Relations is seeking an Assistant Publicist for a Senior Publicist with Lifestyle, Book and digital/unscripted clients. Assistant must be good with high volume multi-tasking and extremely organized as they will be handling multiple schedules, press clippings, press kits and media/press lists. In addition, assistant will review high volumes of emails, service press clips daily and put together press kits for clients via PowerPoint and Canva. Word, Google Docs, and PowerPoint proficiency is a must. No task too small or too large, must be a team player. Six Months assistant experience preferred or in person internships.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track online and print media daily for client press coverage and service to client teams
• Draft memos & client offers and updates
• Create and maintain client press schedules 
• Heavy scheduling and coordinating logistics for client photo shoots, press junkets, premieres, media interviews, TV appearances, industry events, PR campaigns, and more
• Compile targeted press lists for pitching and outreach including ongoing maintenance and updating contact and media lists
• Create/maintain client press kits and bios
• Respond to high volume emails and client requests in a timely manner
• Coordinate travel arrangements, both domestically and internationally (flights, ground transpo, airport greeters, etc)
• Outreach and booking client hair, makeup and styling including billing    

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 1 year of PR talent agency or studio/network experience is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and curiosity for key players throughout the entertainment and media industry 
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy is a must, as well as the ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Can-do, positive attitude and willing to ”go the extra mile” 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly intense client service work environment
• Timely and consistent responsiveness ability to exercise a sense of urgency 
• Highly proficient technical skills with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Familiarity with video conferencing systems (Zoom, Slack, Concur)
• Motivated, resourceful, able to work independently or as part of a team.
• A creative, solution-oriented thinker and a multi-tasker who can meet deadlines and manage several projects simultaneously 
• The ideal candidate will stay in this role for a few years, being mentored is very much part of the position and there is high potential for growth from within
• Must live in the LA or NYC area and be able to work in the office on a daily basis
• Willingness to work occasional late nights, weekends, or holidays as needed (Overtime Provided)

About align Public Relations: We are a public relations, branding and strategic networking firm with publicists that have worked in the industry for 25 plus years. We represent a diverse group of clients from Academy Award-winning actors to Emmy Award winning TV talent, lifestyle clients, Entrepreneurs, Authors and Digital Creators. Catering to, pitching and servicing our clients is our main objective. We are full service; nothing is too big or too small a task. We look to collaborate and empower staff making every employee a part of the team and growing from within is important to us. We want long term team employees.

align Public Relations

Editorial Assistant, Publications

Status: FULL TIME – NON-EXEMPT

Reports to: VP, Content and Editor in Chief

Location – Hybrid (at least 3 days in office currently; subject to change)

Applicant must reside in Los Angeles metro area      

***THE TELEVISION ACADEMY IS A MANDATORY VACCINATION EMPLOYER***

Summary of Position

The Editorial Assistant provides support to the entire emmy publications staff. Duties include assistance with editorial, advertising, subscriptions, content production and general administration for print and digital.

Duties and Responsibilities

Editorial

• Attends editorial planning meetings.
• Conducts editorial research and provides fact-checking and proofreading as needed.
• Sources images from networks, Invision or other press sites. 
• Compiles photo and fashion credits. 
• Retrieves and provides content from the Digital Asset Management system.
• Researches talent representation; contacts publicists and other media reps. 
• Circulates galleys for pre-publication review. 

Advertising

• Adds individuals to the comp list and mails out copies of the magazine as needed.
• Gathers and sends proofs to printer before production of each issue.

Subscriptions

• Maintains subscriptions and processes sales of subscriptions and single issues for Academy members and nonmembers.
• Responds to inquiries from subscribers regarding missing issues.
• Provides subscription figures of mailing list to editors.
• Mails subscription renewal notices.
• Creates comp list prior to mailing of each issue.
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Administrative

• Processes billing and other department paperwork.
• Tracks publications invoicing in Excel.
• Responds to phone and email queries.
• Distributes magazines and programs throughout the Academy as needed.
• Other general office tasks as needed (photocopying, maintaining supplies, etc.)

Digital

• Supports Print and Digital Content Editor in posting new content to Emmys.com as needed.
• Edits and writes copy across a range of areas: captions, meta descriptions, etc.
• Adapts emmy magazine content for publication on digital platforms.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree in English, Journalism or related field
• Some editorial experience (may include internships) in publishing, media, public relations or related field.
• Interest in, and knowledge of, the television industry, including key companies, VIPs and trends in broadcast, cable and digital media.
• Strong writing, researching, reasoning and basic math skills. 
• Detail-oriented and dedicated to accuracy.
• Self-motivated, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Able to work independently and contribute to a team.
• Excellent customer-service skills, with professional phone and email manner.
• Familiarity with content management systems a plus.
• Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop a plus.
• Available to work evenings and/or weekends if required.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Available to work evenings and/or weekends if required.

Personal and Professional Characteristics

• Positive attitude and responsive manner
• Flexibility amid changing priorities and assignments.
• Team player with positive, proactive, problem-solving attitude.
• Detail-oriented and dedicated to accuracy.
• Able to work independently and contribute to a team.
• Self-motivated, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and research skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.

Disclaimer: This description should not be construed to contain every function or responsibility. At management’s discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.

Compensation

The salary rate for this position is $24 – $26 per hour ($50,000 – $54,000 annually). Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; pension plan, optional retirement plan; flexible spending accounts; generous vacation, sick and personal days; and much more.  

About Us

The Television Academy, based in the NoHo Arts District in North Hollywood, California, is a nonprofit organization devoted to celebrating and empowering storytellers to push the boundaries of what Television can be. The only major organization fully representing the television and broadband screen entertainment industry, it is made up of over 20,000 members, representing 31 professional peer groups, including performers, directors, producers, art directors and various other artisans, technicians, and executives.

The Television Academy recognizes excellence among its peers with the Emmy award, culminating in the Primetime Emmy Awards telecast each fall. The Television Academy also produces several other awards shows and a variety of activities and events for its members throughout the year. These events are featured across the Academy’s digital platforms and in its award-winning emmy magazine.

Only qualified applicants that submit a resume with cover letter to [email protected] will be considered.

At the Television Academy, we believe in and support workplace diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. It is our belief that a diverse and inclusive workforce leads to better discussions, decisions, and outcomes for everyone. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, family care status, sexual orientation, and beliefs. If you have the skills, the passion to make an impact in the television industry and enjoy an enthusiastic work environment where differences of opinion and diverse backgrounds are respected and welcomed, then we want to hear from you!

Academy of Television Arts & Sciences

Let your career thrive with Volt
Volt is immediately hiring for Junior Wardrobe Assistants (2nd Wardrobe Assistant) in Los Angeles/Inglewood, CA.
As a Junior Wardrobe Assistant you will:

• 2nd Wardrobe Assistant- Prepares the looks for Talent, help select ensemble.

This is a Part-time to full-time opportunity.
The ideal candidate will have:

• 2nd Wardrobe Assistant- Less than 5 years’ experience is acceptable.

• Pay Rate:
• 2nd Wardrobe Assistant- $32.83/hr

*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us at . Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b.

Volt

BASIC PURPOSE: Understanding premium and luxury brand, domestic and international demographics on global itineraries for 7 day, Extended Journeys, Grand Voyages and 180 day World Cruises. Providing a variety of high caliber Guest Entertainer (GE) talent for OCI & RSSC guests with the goal to exceed guests’ expectations while striving for high guest satisfaction scores. Realizing due to a high repeat guest percentage, the need for a large pool of diverse talent. Providing administrative support and managerial direction with agents, entertainers and onboard Ship’s Management for the onboard entertainment program.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Audition, hire and schedule GEs representing diverse and variety entertainment of a high caliber to include: comedy, instrumentalists, classical, contemporary, vocalists, multi-person acts and all genres of performers for OCI and RSSC. Ensure GEs personal demeanor meets high brand standards in order to interact with guests when not performing as socializing is a large part of the GEs onboard responsibility.
• Creative programming and scheduling of GEs by building GE grid and changing GEs every 7-12 days based on global itineraries.
• Negotiate appropriate GE salaries.
• Plan and prepare an annual GE operations budget of more than $5 million for OCI and RSSC based on yearly itineraries. Monitor monthly spending. Investigate and resolve discrepancies. Actively seek cost savings, efficiencies and opportunities related to budgetary spending.
• Process, code and approve all GE payroll invoices, including all travel expenses and reimbursements.
• Working with current and adding new talent agencies as resources for sourcing new and up-and-coming talent.
• Review Voyage Reports and GE evaluations. Maintain database with guest satisfaction scores and Cruise Director comments on guest reaction. Respond promptly to any and all concerns, as well as, positive feedback with onboard entertainment team and agents. Open communication with agents regarding exemplary and constructive suggestions for GEs.
• Train, assist and mentor Specialist regarding all entertainment related operations.
• Working with OCI and RSSC Onboard Revenue to secure annual GE stateroom blocks.
• Working with OCI and RSSC Onboard Revenue and other non-Entertainment Departments to request GE stateroom availability and cabin blocks for special sailings and last minute challenges.
• Working with OCI and RSSC Special Services and answering all guest inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Liaise and work with various OCI and RSSC Departments for Reunion Cruises, ship charters, travel agency group requests, international group requests, sourcing and providing specialized entertainment programs as requested.
• Review for approval all requests for Folkloric and In-Port Performances. Ensure performance fees are within range.
• Maintain global Folkloric Grid, while continuing to research and add new, quality Folkloric and In-Port performances for booking.
• Sail on random site inspections to ensure effective programming, quality of performance and all entertainment related operational requirements are met during the actual performance.
• Attend entertainment showcases, conferences, individual performances in the US and globally, in order to identify new talent and entertainment.
• Maintain open communication with Ship’s Management on all GE related matters.
• Maintain communication with Sr. Manager, Variety Entertainment and Director, Entertainment Operations on all GE related matters.
• Assist sister company, NCL with any GEs related requests when needed.
• Support OCI & RSSC Enrichment, Music Programs and Cruise Programs areas when needed.
• Perform other job related functions as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION: College degree preferred or minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience in the entertainment industry.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum 7 years of experience in the cruise industry or similar capacity in resorts.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: Must have experience in identifying quality talent for premium and luxury markets. Ability to seek out new talent. Ability to communicate expectations with agents and GEs and maintain professional rapport without compromising high brand standards. Ability to think creatively. Ability to work in a fast-pace, deadline driven environment. Excellent negotiation skills. Ability to effectively present information using professional public speaking skills and respond to Executives, Senior Management, groups, employees, clients and guests. Ability to handle and maintain confidential information. Computer literate and skilled to build grids, PPT, BOX and other related tools to improve efficiencies. Must be organized, efficient and conduct business with integrity. Must be a team player.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd.

Elevation Search Group is hiring a contract Sr Designer / Art Director. The client, a cloud-based software solutions company. The Sr. Designer has a unique understanding of strategy and a talent for creative development and meticulous execution. You will be able to work collaboratively with creative team partners, as well as work independently. Some jobs will require you to collaborate with an external agency to partner with on your ideas and visions, while others will require a hands-on design with internal teams. The Sr. Designer is able to work collaboratively with other creatives and brand leads to arrive at solid concepts and then own those ideas through to completion.

Responsibilities

·      Work closely with the Creative Director and teams on conceptual development, design, and execution across key event briefs.

 ·      Partner with a variety of stakeholders across the company to bring our brand to life in new and engaging ways in both physical and digital event experiences.

·      Create scalable systems and guidelines for Strategic Event ID (Core visual ID, digital, structures, keynote, etc.)

·      Develop creative ideas that meet project KPIs; test and iterate when necessary

·      Work cross-functionally with key event and marketing leads to present creative concepts and solutions against briefs 

·      Ensure the consistency of the brand and the highest quality of design across all projects

·      Keen understanding and passion for learning about and sharing insights on design and industry trends

 ·      Ability to think big while operating at the finest level of detail

·      Must be a self-starter while being comfortable collaborating with teams, freelancers, agencies, and production partners

 Qualifications

·      BA or BFA in Art/Design or other related design disciplines

·      5+ years experience in art direction and design in a creative agency or in-house team; Event / B2B / tech experience is a plus

·      Experience developing projects with creative agencies and internal creative groups; global experience is a plus

·      Experience in marketing and brand work with a rich portfolio including digital, print, interactive, website/mobile design, motion, and video

 ·      Outstanding presentation skills and proven ability to produce and pitch world-class strategic presentations to all levels of an organization, including senior leadership

·      Hands-on expertise in developing design solutions and campaigns across all mediums: advertising, film, websites (desktop/mobile), digital products, corporate ID, social, content marketing and events

·      Expert knowledge of creative process (discovery, positioning, brand direction, socialization, activation)

 ·      Expert knowledge with all digital creative software tools (Creative Cloud, Figma, Miro)

• Strategic thinking with exceptional communication skills, ability to evangelize and build support for creative concepts and ideas across varying stakeholders

Excellent conceptual and problem-solving skills

Elevation Search Group

Droisys Agency Description

Amazing things happen when we work in environments where everyone feels a true sense of belonging and where successful job applicants have the requisite skills and opportunities to succeed. Droisys is an innovation technology organization, services provider, and creative agency. At Droisys, we help the biggest brands in the industry accelerate their digital initiatives, from strategy and planning through execution. Correspondingly, we invest in our talent, and we are always on the lookout for amazing individuals who deliver top results for our client companies. Join us to challenge yourself, grow your career, and accomplish work that matters.

Client Description

Our client is a major Fortune 500 Company, the world’s top smartphone company, as well as one of the world’s most innovative, cutting-edge, and beloved brands (hereafter, the Company).

This role is with the global Marketing Communications Group. The Marketing Communications Group oversees all advertising and marketing to ensure the detailed development and implementation of world-class communications. The Marketing Communications Group works on high-impact projects that serve various lines of business, using the latest technologies and continuing to evolve and deliver solutions on a worldwide scale.

What We Are Looking For

Droisys is seeking a seasoned Art Director, Design –

• This role is currently on-site in the Culver City Area. Candidates are expected to be on-site 3 days per week.
• This is a contract position, where you would work as a freelancer at the Company on our Droisys W2.
• This is a long-term assignment, with an intended project period of 1 year, with extensions processed every quarter.

Overview of Role:

• As the Art Director (Design), you will be responsible for crafting innovative and compelling design solutions. This includes identify systems, design language for advertising, performance design systems and more. Accordingly, this roles requires broad experience with developing creative solutions for a variety of mediums.

Key Qualifications:

• You have at least 8 years or more of relevant experience, preferably at agencies and/or design firms
• You have outstanding conceptual and problem-solving skills
• You have a strong grasp of the creative development process
• You have strong art direction and organizational skills, and you consistently deliver excellent, detail oriented design
• You have experience in developing identity systems, look, and feels for campaigns, and art directing photo shoots
• You have a good understanding of digital media
• You can communicate effectively with fellow creatives, producers, and project management staff; always engendering trust and respect in your dealings
• You are proficient in relevant design software, including Keynote, InDesign, Illustrator, Sketch, and Photoshop
• Produce all work efficiently and on schedule
• Self-motivated, flexible, and process driven
• You are able to adapt to rapid change in a dynamic deadline-driven environment

Description:

• In this role, you will partner with different creatives across Client Services
• You will craft innovative and inspiring identity systems, as well as campaign design collateral that meets the requirements outlined in Apple’s creative briefs
• You will be responsible for leading the creation and production of different design solutions, while following creative direction from ACDs or CD
• Together, we execute high-quality design work on projects in a variety of media
• Regular reviews of creative work with each group’s ACD and/or CD are a key part of our workflow. This includes gathering feedback on direction and ensuring work aligns with our activities within Client’s graphic design group
• Responsible for monitoring creative team’s progress against schedules on a project-by-project basis
• Conduct persuasive creative presentations to executive staff members within the company

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field

Droisys is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law. Droisys believes in diversity, inclusion, and belonging, and we are committed to fostering a diverse work environment.

Droisys

Project Name: Instacart ( Print only )

Project Type: Print

Usage / Run: Instacart shall have the right to use talent’s identity in all media (excluding broadcast) for two years commencing May 20, 2023, in Instacart’s sole and absolute discretion.

Rate to include usage AND session fee for 1-2 dates (99.9% it will be one shoot date only*)

Additional Provisions:

Posted rate is to include the session fee for one day AND usage + (* in the rare chance that they would have talent come back for a 2nd day – clients have asked this rate to include a 2nd date option, but they said 99.9% certain that talent will not work a 2nd date – it is just a safety net).

Additional Project Details:

Talent will shoot one day and attend a 2nd date fitting (2 hours). $3500 + 20% (adults). $1000 + 20 % (kids) is to include the $500 / 10-day session fee, AND in the event, talent is asked to come back for a 2nd day, clients have requested this be included in the rate (there is 99.9% chance that talent will not be asked to come back for a 2nd date).

This is for 2 years of usage print only.

Please only submit LA Based / LA local hires.
Rate / Payment Summary: $3500 + 20% agency + $260 stipends

Seeking talent for a music video with a well known artist shooting near Los Angeles.

Shoot Location: Oxnard (Ventura Country)

Shoot Dates: 5/6 (Saturday)

• Female/non-binary / trans women
• Must have dance / any movements skills + experience
• Age 19 – 30
• Open ethnicity
• Any size (no height requirement)

Talent must be based in or around Los Angeles + have reliable transportation to Oxnard.

NOW CASTING
SEXY FEMALE OFFICE STAFF 5/2+
NEW TV MOVIE

WORK DATES: 5/2/ 2023+
– shoots can last -/+ 12 hours/ Must have open availability/ Dates subject to change

LOCATION: ATLANTA GA AREA
– Must have reliable transportation. Locations may be outside of the perimeter.

RATE: $135/12+ OT
– Paid in the form of check via payroll company within 4-6 weeks

MANDATORY COVID TESTING:
TESTING UPON ARRIVAL

NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING TALENT TO PLAY

SEXY FEMALE OFFICE STAFF

• Any ethnicity
• Females
• Appear Ages 25-40
• Slim fit and curvy fit body types
• Must have business attire

NOW CASTING
BACKGROUND TALENT 5/1 – 5/3
NEW TV MOVIE

WORK DATES: 5/1 – 5/3
– shoots can last -/+ 12 hours/ Must have open availability/ Dates subject to change

LOCATION: ATLANTA GA AREA
– Must have reliable transportation. Locations may be outside of the perimeter.

RATE: $135/12+ OT
– Paid in the form of check via payroll company within 4-6 weeks

MANDATORY COVID TESTING:
TESTING UPON ARRIVAL

NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING TALENT TO PLAY

1. PEDESTRIANS

• Any ethnicity
• females
• Ages 18+

2. MALE MOVERS

• Any ethnicity
• Males
• Appear ages 25-40
• Very tall & fit body types/ will work multiple days

3. GALA ATTENDEES AND STAFF

• Any ethnicity
• Males and females
• Ages 18+
• Must have upscale/ gala attire