Talent Casting Calls and Auditions

As Paid Media Director at RocketMill, you will be responsible for leading on the planning and delivery of campaigns within your portfolio, working alongside other paid media directors and supported by your team. You will require strong communication, task management and delegation skills, to direct your team and ensure we are delivering the best performance for our clients.

You will need to forecast and craft media plans that are designed to yield exceptional results for your tier 1 clients whilst successfully growing their revenue with RocketMill. These may involve higher fees in order to secure more resource towards their existing campaign, cross selling into other services, or the adoption of new services that RocketMill develop. These media plans will be composed with the best interests of your client’s front-of-mind and will be communicated by you and your team to your clients.

This role requires you to be dependable and accountable for you and your teams work. Day to day, your team will be analysing performance and delivering insightful reporting to your clients, against forecasts and media strategies.

As a line-manager, you will work with your team to develop them professionally and support them in achieving their career ambitions through coaching, training and providing opportunity for growth.

As part of the media team, you will need to collaborate effectively with our Client Leadership, Creative, Data & Insight, Business Development and Organic Search teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Ownership of client delivery across tier 1 clients across paid media channels
• Contribute meaningful, actionable, and valuable insight to our clients and teams
• Lead paid media discussions at pitches / client meetings
• Ensure each of your clients have a clear roadmap of activity that directly contributes to their business ambitions and objectives
• Provide mentorship, inspiration, and support to your fellow team members
• Maintain a high quality of service for clients, and own responsibility for the work delivered by those that you line manage
• Develop case studies to showcase exceptional, award-worthy work
• Support Business Development by building business cases, proposal, forecasts, and presentations to secure client investment
• Work with our Client Leadership team to help ensure your team’s resource is utilised effectively
• Prioritise your own time and delegate effectively to ensure your skills are applied to best serve the needs of the team and agency
• Present both client and team activity to the Head of Paid Media on a weekly basis
• Deputise for the Head of Paid Media at senior leadership meetings

Skills Profile

• Extensive in-depth knowledge of the capabilities of paid search, programmatic display and paid social marketing platforms and experience directing a top tier account in at least one of these channels.
• Ability to create strategic media plans that meet client objectives
• Experience supporting and helping junior members (Running classes or providing one to one support).
• Ability to analyse campaign performance and key on-site metrics using Google Analytics
• A strong understanding of attribution models and the ability to guide clients on what works best for them as a business
• A history of supporting and helping grow revenue with upsells or new business when the time has been right for the client
• Use MS Office to a professional standard
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g. complex formulae and PivotTables)
• A good understanding of wider marketing principles: understanding user journeys and how to influence them through paid campaigns, implementing effective marketing messaging at all stages of the funnel
• Ability to adapt quickly to ever-changing technologies and environment
• Strong presentation skills, being able to talk confidently on marketing platforms and tactics.
• Excellent communicator, able to speak with authority to clients and colleagues and to simplify complex challenges.

RocketMill

ABOUT WE

WE is one of the largest communications and integrated marketing agencies in the world, with 23 offices globally and more than 1,400 employees who love bringing communications to the next level. We’re independent, we’re all about our people — both our clients and our employees — and we believe in the power of communications to move audiences to positive action.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping translate complex innovations into powerful, persuasive stories. Our sector expertise across key verticals — including technology, healthcare, consumer, and brand purpose — translates into insights and strategies that are informed, current and credible. We work with companies that are embracing the ever-evolving digital world to reinvent themselves, to deliver new value to their customers or reach them in new ways and ultimately improve people’s lives.

When you work at WE, you will find compelling work, global partnerships, worthwhile professional development, outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a difference. We value those who share our belief in the power of change, discovery and innovation. We invest in our future by creating an open and welcoming workplace full of bright, skilled and determined people.

In London, WE is committed to a fully hybrid working model, to enable us to nurture a culture of collaboration, flexibility and inclusivity. Whether you work from our office in Southwark or from home we trust you to manage your week in the way that best suits you.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are on the hunt for a Director to join our technology team on a permanent basis. A critical role in WE UK, the new hire will report directly to the MD and be charged with working closely with other senior tech leadership to build on existing client relationships and drive new business acquisitions in the market. Ideally, you will come from a Corporate/B2B Technology background.

RESPONSIBILITIES & ATTRIBUTES

Portfolio Development

• Working closely with the sector lead, builds/leads a client portfolio that delivers immediate- term revenue and long-term local and regional portfolio strength in line with our brand

• Identifies, cultivates, and secures relevant new business opportunities in terms of the brands we work with and the services we offer

• Provides senior counsel to C-Suite client stakeholders around strategy and issues/crisis management

• Generates and develops organic growth and diversification opportunities with existing clients by bringing in relevant specialist capabilities and new services

• Identifies opportunities to connect our work for clients across multiple markets in APAC, EMEA and North America

• Has responsibility for ensuring client satisfaction on the businesses within their portfolio – making sure high quality work is delivered and collaborating with relevant account managers/leads to constantly optimize performance

• Delivers great work for clients that exceeds expectations, is creative and makes positive business impact for clients and the agency

Agency & Team Leadership

• Experience managing teams, with a passion for developing talent and building career paths

• Thinks about the right team capabilities for the future to cultivate new and organic growth

• Creates a sense of community in the team to foster knowledge development and sharing.

• Conducts effective line management of senior team members

• Works with the broader leadership team to support the effective running of the agency – managing a number of cross-agency initiatives and contributing to ongoing business planning/discussion

• Contributes to P&L, forecasting and divisional budgeting

• Demonstrates global leadership perspective and builds productive relationships with peers, clients and partners across regions

Thought Leadership in Service Offer Development

• Work to promote WE’s external reputation through involvement in agency marketing initiatives and within own network

• Advocates for agency IP and helps teams use ‘Brands in Motion’ (BIM) to deliver greater client insight and unlock new opportunities

• Is able to articulate key trends at global, regional and local market levels; able to identify future needs of the sector as well as the short- and long-term requirements for brands

PREVIOUS PROVEN EXPERIENCE

• Experience in C-level communications – CEO transitions, M&A, crisis/ issues management

• Comfortable discussing corporate strategy as well as implementing campaigns, evidencing delivery of innovative, integrated and sustained campaigns

• Highly networked and respected within the communications industry in the UK and proven track record of signing new clients and cultivating relationships in the right circles

• Able to drive revenue growth and deliver profitability across their client portfolio

• Strong understanding of the future of integrated communications and how agency IP can present a roadmap for the future

• Experience working across multiple markets, heading up client accounts with revenue of £1m plus

• An impactful communication style that motivates others

• Diplomatic, high influencing capability and persuasive approach to change

CULTURE

• Fast paced (frequent tight deadlines, multitasking, etc.)

• Strong customer service orientation

• Spirited (look for inquisitive employees who will ask questions, challenge and get stuck in)

• Non-hierarchical, open working environment (ability to work in a team, contribute to meetings)

• Social (willing to get involved in agency life and with your peer group)

Equal Opportunity: WE provides equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate against an employee or applicant because of age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other legally protected class status.

Diversity and Inclusion: WE values a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We promote an atmosphere in which diversity of people and ideas are welcomed and valued. Diversity includes differences in race, religion, gender identity or expression, age, lifestyle, ethnic background and sexual orientation as well as differences in experiences and ideas.

WE Communications

The Director role is a leadership role overall within Solve(d), FCB Health and for clients. The Director may oversee multiple businesses or accounts within a group and is responsible for demonstrating a strong working knowledge of all media but most especially within digital which fuels data driven marketing. The Director should identify and lead opportunities for more holistic integration of disciplines and capabilities with a bearing on campaigns.

The Director must be adept and skilled in driving both strategy and integration to envision to deliver an end to end marketing (not just media) perspective to clients’ business. This person is responsible for identifying business opportunities and be able to sell through innovative solutions to grow client business and agency revenue.

This person should also be able to work with all groups with IPG or MediaBrands to effectively deliver services in addition to Solve(d) media offerings and capabilities.

The Director is ultimately accountable for the entirety of the team and the management of the account overall ensuring accuracy, timeliness and quality of work product and talent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Media Planning

Oversee media plan development and take the lead on all presentations. Create media plans that are strategically and executionally sound. Review all plans to insure quality and ensure flawless execution can be achieved. Integrate concepts seamlessly with creative product and clients’ marketing plans

Client Management

Maintain knowledge about the industry and brand/client – product benefits, efficacy, MOA, industry challenges, client processes and client corporate culture. Place clients on the leading edge of media change. Maintain on-going contact with senior clients, lending credibility and endorsement to major presentations

Team Management

Manage and train staff and delegates to build an efficient team.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Media Planning and Execution:

• Oversees the Associate Director or next in command ensuring timely, accurate, and overall work product excellence

• Reviews briefs for comprehensiveness and enhances or challenges segmentation and measurement as appropriate

• Challenges teams on the rigor and rationale used to determine strategic or tactical outputs using data driven approach (e.g., syndicated, proprietary, analyst, historical) to channel mixes and allocations

• Serves as a team resource for advice and counsel as well as being available to Account Management, Creative and Analytics for ideation and innovation

• Demonstrates ability to work with internal and external groups to deliver strategic excellence

• Meets with vendors to assess new techniques and technologies that are relevant for clients’ media strategies

• Provides and discusses industry information on media, markets and related dynamics

• Maintains relationships with media community; continues to develop publisher and higher relationships for exchange of ideas and first to market opportunities

Client & Internal Relationships:

• Identifies opportunities to existing and perspective clients while demonstrating the ability to sell Solve(d) and/or FCB Health offerings to grow business

• Must understand resource time utilization and make appropriate staffing recommendations based on actual conditions

• Provide tightly defined SOWs to Account management to set reasonable expectations based on staffing allocations

• May participate in the creation and negotiation of annual client contracts and supplemental proposals

• Builds trusting, collaborative relationships with internal and external constituents at appropriate levels

• Manages expectations of clients and deliverables while identifying gaps/areas of improvement and creating programs to address

• Accurately represents the client’s point of view or corporate culture/biases when reviewing work, leveraging this perspective when providing feedback to team and presenting to client

• Participates and presents in New Business efforts and presentations, where appropriate

• Capable of effectively managing up and down the reporting structure

Strategic Thinking & Leadership:

• Provide and/or guide plan input

• Develop and steward planning processes and procedures across team

• Demonstrate problem solving and intervention when necessary

• Identify ways to improve operational processes using technology and automation

• Understand and analyze the root causes of problems and develop ways to rectify

• Guide and assist staff to arrive at potential solutions to problems/issues

• Ensure key information is provided to team regarding client issues, internal agency issues, changes in account status, etc.

• Train, motivate and develop a media planning group while integrating appropriate extended team members such as search, social, CRM and analytics

• Construct and deliver accurate, honest and timely performance management documents and ensures subordinates receive feedback from their line managers

Communications Skills:

• Establish and maintain communications process with clients, other relevant teams, creative, etc. for each piece of business within the team

• Direct the development of client presentations and other important communication that is clear, compelling and persuasive

• Lead client presentations

• Communicate key information about our company

• Adapts communication style to relevant audience

• Links communication to audience’s concerns and perspectives

• Moves audience to desired action through clear and persuasive delivery of information

EDUCATION DEGREE/DIPLOMA

Bachelors

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

N/A

EXPERIENCE

8 years

Media Planning

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Microsoft Office

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Media Tools

Proficiency in media tools including KANTAR, eValient, SRDS, MBOX – Level II

COMPETENCIES

Communication

Is attentive and shows interest in the subject; Expresses ideas clearly and accurately

Presentation

Ability to establish an effective demeanor and communication to influence one’s point of view

Time Management

Carefully plans ahead to ensure tasks are undertaken and time is used efficiently

Negotiation

Strong negotiation skills.

STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING

We are providing you with this job description as a guideline for your role. Based on your team, your role may vary slightly and you may perform other duties or have other responsibilities that are dictated by business needs. However, if you think that there are elements of this job description that are inaccurate, please speak with your manager and/or HR Partner.

In addition, this job description is not intended to include modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation for a disability.

SOLVE(D)

Company Description

Each day Universal Studios Hollywood creates unforgettable experiences for our guests from around the world. We bring to life the ultimate Hollywood experience with our real working movie studio and heart-pounding rides, shows and attractions that put you inside some of the world’s most popular movies and TV shows. USH offers something for everyone from thrill seekers to movie lovers to family fun for all ages. Our Team Members are passionate individuals who create memorable moments whether it’s on the studio lot, or in our conference rooms, theaters, or kitchens. We believe in the talent of our team members. It’s our passion and commitment to excellence that drives our business to succeed in everything we do across the park. We believe in a culture of family and fun, here you can make a difference and build your career!

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service.

Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

Universal Live and Location Based Entertainment globally drives expansion of the company’s intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative live consumer experiences, based on the extensive portfolio of intellectual properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination Entertainment, DreamWorks Animation, Focus Films, and NBCUniversal’s television groups. Universal Live and Location Based Entertainment is a business division of Universal Parks & Resorts.

The Manager will support in the development and execution of business strategies across various activations for Universal Live and Location Based Entertainment, including: arena & theatre shows, film to live orchestra, immersive theatre, mall shows and obstacle adventure parks. This role reports to the Vice President, Touring Worldwide Live Entertainment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Manage the development of the creative production, marketing and publicity materials to ensure alignment and required approvals throughout the process with internal and external key stakeholders on select projects
• Partner with Legal and Business Affairs to ensure contractual obligations are met and necessary materials are routed for review and approval
• Manage the day-to-day hot sheet of submissions by the licensed partner to ensure all projects and feedback approvals are delivered on time
• Partner with the Senior Manager, Retail Development on bespoke merchandise and retail kiosk and store designs for select projects
• Partner with other lines of business and country leads to drive cross marketing programs that support Universal Parks & Resorts and NBCUniversal’s intellectual properties and business initiatives
• Facilitate meetings with key stakeholders, taking notes and sharing out action items
• Partner, consult and align with internal stakeholders, such as Franchise Management, Brand Marketing, Communications, Creative Design & Development, Product Design & Development, Legal and Business Affairs, Universal Parks & Resorts, Universal Pictures and Corporate Communications, to ensure all necessary approvals are received
• Provide licensee with available resources, including brand guides, character art, and any other information to support maximization of the brand and revenue
• Continuously review marketing and publicity materials for ongoing experiences to ensure that they are consistent with overall company priorities and that they are targeted for maximum effectiveness with consumers
• Provide input and participate in staff meetings to discuss new opportunities and assist in review of proposals to achieve revenue goals
• Responsible for development of any presentations to be utilized in support of cross marketing programs, internal and external updates
• Develop best practices in organization, processes and approval trackers to ensure deadlines are met and effective communication is achieved between all parties
• Maintain tracking system for each submission and processing of contractual mandated approvals, keeping track of requested revisions and alerting departments on deadlines
• Manage archiving of all projects
• Assist in development of live entertainment business strategy in conjunction with the Vice President, Touring Worldwide Live Entertainment

This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $75,000 – $95,000 (bonus eligible)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent
• 5+ years of marketing, live events, brand management and/or agency experience required, including experience and expertise with creative vendors and marketing agencies
• 3+ years of managerial experience of a team required, with demonstrated project management skill base
• Proven track record of developing and executing complex live and touring experiences in accordance with milestone timelines and under tight deadlines
• Proactive, self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multitask
• Strong ability to set priorities, multi-task, solve problems, maintain composure and tact and deliver on multiple projects under pressure
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to each project and licensee to ensure success
• Must have broad experience and understanding of all facets of marketing discipline, including market research, product positioning, promotions and touring
• Excellent understanding of maintaining brand and property positioning, licensing, and partner management
• High proficiency with Keynote and all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) required
• Strong organizational and communications skills
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Should be a team player and be able to develop strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities with experience in development planning and execution as well as financial management and forecasting
• Strategic thinker with attention to detail
• Willing and able to travel, sometimes with short notice, domestically and internationally
• Able to work early mornings, nights and weekends as needed
• Effectively handle sensitive and confidential matters

Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.

Additional Information

NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
NBCUniversal

The Creative Producer role focuses on delivery of events, mailers and activations for major brand and high- profile clients. The role will take responsibility for both event logistics and creative on projects of varying sizes and be responsible for on-going client account management including securing new commercial opportunities.

ABOUT US

We are a new-generation, multi-discipline, experience design studio… and if you were wondering what that actually means; well, we create brand experiences which dabble in food and drink, crafts, set design, aquatic plants, sandcastles, flower pressing, glass blowing (you get the idea) to build unique experiences, that matter. We do not believe in “one size fits all” propositions and think that good design doesn’t always have to be serious to get serious results.

We work with commercial brands to produce experiences which crescendo their marketing calendars. We love what we do and that passion shows right through the design process and into all physical touch points. We join the dots between an array of talented people to create immersive experiences, whether that’s a mailer on your doorstep, a VIP retail workshop or an all singing all dancing event! Our clients include big names such as John Lewis, Estee Lauder, Longchamp and Selfridges.

We are SO proud to be B Corp certified. We are part of a growing group of companies championing conscious business practices by prioritising purpose as well as profit. B Corp (in a nutshell) envision a global economy that uses business as a force for good! Pushing for positive change has been a critical part of our company’s growth and success – if we can make it better, more robust and more green – we will. Now we are certified our aim is to be the very best creative partner for brands that want to achieve fabulous creative but not at the earths expense.

We are a young team based in Central London who put people first and promote a friendly atmosphere. We work hard, we’ve got each other’s backs, we like to have a laugh, and ultimately, we are looking for strong teammates who are looking to build upon the successes we have already had and takes us to new lofty heights!

WHO YOU’LL BE WORKING WITH:

Heaps + Stacks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive

environment, where all applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, religion,

gender, sexual orientation, age or disabilities.

• Internal: CP will lead on day to day management of their direct reporting Jr staff within the team, being accountable for their performance and providing them with learning and development opportunities
• External: Various client teams, including senior level clients and directors (CP will often need to lead on meetings with support from JR staff). Suppliers who need specialist and experienced knowledge and who are integral to activation success such as set build, lighting, tech, stylists etc
• Line manager: CP will report into the Creative Project Director and Company Director to feedback on day to day successes, developments as well as any challenges along the way. 

WHATS EXPECTED:

• The role is ‘end to end’ from brief, pitch and throughout the project lifecycle from development to delivery
• The role is client facing & requires excellent account management skills to maintain and build client relationships
• Identifying appropriate on brand and on budget venues
• Developing creative from mood boarding to set design and dressing
• Planning and producing a variety of events ranging from small workshops to larger experiential, press days, product launches and mailer activations
• Assisting on some elements of marketing, PR, branding, trade shows to promote Heaps + Stacks
• Capturing, interpreting and responding to briefs
• Developing workshop and event concepts and designs
• Creative proposal writing and presentations
• Guiding the creative development of the project from the mood and atmospherics to the set build and finishes
• End to end project & budget management, on and offsite
• Managing and briefing support staff, stylists and content teams
• Styling, prop making and prop sourcing
• Admin and account management
• Talent booking – artists, influencers, special acts etc
• Negotiating with and co-ordinating suppliers
• Networking across the account and developing sales opportunities with previous clients and growing existing accounts
• Aid with marketing via newsletters, video creation, photography, social ads, social media 

WORKING WITH US: 

To succeed here, you have to love working at pace. It’s relentless, but we love it. Change is a certainty – you need to adapt and be agile. We want you to challenge the status quo, innovate and be open to trying new things. We’re always pushing boundaries. We empower our people, giving them freedom and autonomy to learn and grow in their roles. We’re passionate, agile, creative and one team. 

MORE ABOUT YOU:

In addition to a proven track record of excellent client account management. You will be able to demonstrate considerable experience in:

Supplier Management

You will have managed third-party suppliers (i.e. promotional staff, artists/specialists, Venue contracts) and external freelance support whilst demonstrate extensive knowledge of the events industry (venues, caterers, launches, experiential and promotional events).

Project Management

• Writing compelling presentations, producing schedules and itineraries required for event delivery 
• Financial control and management of large-scale logistics budgets (e.g. between £5k and £300k) 
• In depth experience as an event producer within a similar size & quality organisation
• Expert knowledge of all event elements including managing the process and timeline, venue sourcing, food and beverage, staff management and transport
• Proven capability to input into projects budgets; up to £300,000
• Third party supplier management including managing relationships
• Team leadership experience, ability to line manage, mentor team members and motivate team members
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Resilient under pressure with the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy & adhere to high standards of quality when working to tight deadlines
• Proficient and experienced user of Microsoft Office suite is essential, particularly Word, PowerPoint & Excel
• Strong track record in very detailed experimental events for high-profile brands
• Excellent planning, organisational and prioritisation skills
• Add to the supplier data base with interesting artists and designers etc
• Actively help with new business via send outs, meetings and pitches
• Have excellent communication & presentation skills (verbal and written) and proven ability to manage client expectations and ensure exceptional levels of service quality
• Be able to travel Vauxhall when required and able to work unusual hours if required
• To have a cultural/social understanding of what’s relevant for each brand we work with
• Have an interest in sustainability, materiality and look at experience production with a future focused and environmental lens 

To be considered for this position we are looking for candidates with 4 years min experience working within an event or experiential agency. We are looking for experience in delivering integrated campaigns involving events, knowledge of the whole creative process and the ability to interpret a brand and develop creative concepts. 

WHY JOIN US?

• Flexi working times and working from home. The team can work their 7.5 hours with a start and finish that suits them, we are also flexible to work from home or wherever best to get the jobs done to the highest standard. This is completely up to the team member to decide on their own accord but of course altered working hours must not disrupt the wider team or the paying client. 
• Collaboration – as pretty much all of our projects include site visits, physical items, office deliveries, face to face brainstorms etc we do recommend 2-3 days per week in the office per week to get the best results. This is recommendation only and will vary from time to time, week to week. 
• We have meeting free Fridays to give the team time to wrap up their work as well as a good amount of time, uninterrupted to get stuck into deep work. 
• Training. We are proud to offer training to all employees including group training days with varying themes and topics as well as offering employees further training to upskill for the maximum value of £500 per year. 
• Duvet Days – Our team have 2 duvet days per year. A duvet day is a day that you can take off without notice in advance. They can be taken whenever you need a day off due to mental health and you haven’t already requested annual leave. 
• Holiday – we offer 25 days annual leave per year and after an employee has completed two years working at Heaps + Stacks you are entitled to one day extra holiday per year for each additional year of service, capped at a maximum of 30 days holiday per year (excluding Bank Holiday and National Holidays). 
• After three years of service with Heaps + Stacks, employees are entitled to a one off, £1000 bonus
• After five years of service with Heaps + Stacks offer employees the opportunity to take a one month fully paid sabbatical
• Maternity – We will pay enhanced maternity/adoption pay if you have been employed with us for 37 weeks at the 15th week before your Expected Week of Childbirth. The pay is broken down into:

1. Twelve weeks full pay
2. Followed by six weeks half pay
3. Followed by fifteen weeks off Statutory Maternity Pay flat rate.

• Any employees returning back to work at Heaps + Stacks after maternity or adoption leave will receive a one off discretionary welcome back bonus
• Expensed Gallery Trips – We offer each team member £25.00 to expense for a visit a gallery or exhibition every month.
• Good Egg. At the end of the month the team vote who has gone above and beyond that month and whoever gets voted the most gets a voucher for Selfridges. 

Heaps + Stacks – B Corp

$1,500 Beer Commercial Open Casting Call

CASTING A NATIONWIDE CAMPAIGN FOR A BEER COMPANY

Tiffany Company Casting
is looking for
BILINGUAL SPEAKERS (English | Spanish) who embrace and amplify their Mexican Culture in America!

LOOKING FOR:

• Charros | Escaramuzas
• Rancheros
• Dancers (folklórico)
• Mariachi’s
• Frutro | Fruit Stand Vendors

Taco Truck Owners

• Multi-Generational Family that owns a Bodega*
• Multi-Generational Family that owns a Mexican Restaurant*
• Multi-Generational Family that owns a supermarket | market*
• Female that celebrates Dia de los Muertos with a Shrine | Alter displayed year round for a loved one**
• AND Those who amplify their Mexican heritage through other traditions not listed above

( those roles with an asterisk* are scheduled to film in Mexico and will require talent to have a valid US Passport)
( the role with 2 asterisk** is scheduled to film in either NYC or Mexico & will require talent to have a valid US Passport)

NOTE FOR MULTI-GENERATIONAL FAMILY: Seeking a multi-generational Mexican Family (3-4 people) that owns a Bodega or a Mexican Restaurant or a supermarket. Open to Small Business Owning-families across the USA!

REAL Family must consist of at least 3 generations:

Grandfather (75-85), Father (58-65), & Son (28-35) + Wife

OR Grandmother, Mother & Daughter + Husband

OR a combination of the above

SYNOPSIS OF CAMPAIGN

We are looking for people with Mexican or Mexican-American backgrounds who are living in the USA.

These individuals have experienced victories for themselves, their families, or their community. These victories connect them back to their roots and empower them, no matter how big or small they may seem. Seeking stories of success, hard work, passion, and resilience.

We want to get to know these REAL, AMAZING people and the stories that enhance their sense of belonging and connection to their heritage. Seeking people who feel a deep sense of pride in their roots, are unapologetically Mexican, celebrate where they come from and where they have been, and always carry their Mexican spirit with them wherever they go.

HERE IS THE FEELING THE CAMPAIGN WILL EVOKE:

We’re torn between two worlds. The fusion of two cultures. We find ourselves struggling between who we are, and who others believe we should be.
A Beer Company recognizes this struggle and celebrates the importance of this journey in the United States. Because your path is our path as well.
We are a symbol of our pride. Always carrying the beauty of Mexico with us into the USA.
We might form new traditions, new celebrations,
but we hold our heritage like a badge of honor.
We are orgullosamente aquí and we know that our beer is here too.

PROJECT DETAILS
This is a commercial campaign for a major beer company.

There are THREE commercials within the campaign.

USAGE: This commercial will be used for ALL MEDIA, In Perpetuity

There will be COVID Testing for this film shoot. Each talent will receive a $50 stipend for the CoVid Test. Production will set up a Covid test for you & it will be at Productions expense.

If selected to film the commercial, there is payment. Please see below for the payment breakdown per role / spot:

1. SPOT: Content Capture

CONTENT CAPTURE ROLES: Charro | Escaramuzas, Ranchero, Frutero (Fruit Vendor), Mariachi, Folklórico Dancers, Taco Truck Owner

RATE: $500 (4 hour session + usage) – per person + $50 Covid Test Stipend

If selected to film in Mexico or in a different city where you live, all travel and accommodations will be paid for by production.

2. SPOT: Celebrating Culture

CELEBRATING CULTURE ROLES: Dia de los Muertos Female

CELBRATING CULTURE RATE: $1.5K (covers travel dates, including down time, fitting, session, and usage) – per person + $50 CoVid Test Stipend

If selected to film in Mexico or in a different city where you live, all travel and accommodations will be paid for by production.

3. SPOT: Generation

GENERATION ROLES: Bodega Owning Family, Mexican Restaurant Owning Family, Supermarket | Food Market Owning Family

GENERATION RATE: $1.5K (covers travel dates, including down time, fitting, session, and usage) – per person + $50 CoVid Test Stipend

PLEASE NOTE: This spot films in Mexico. All travel and accommodations will be paid for by production

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Participants need to be bilingual in English and Spanish. 100% fluency is not required, however, those participants MUST be comfortable speaking on camera in either language.

Participants must be at least 25 years of age and over. Any persons who appear in a a beer or alcohol campaign MUST be at least 25 years of age

This is open to U.S. residents

Some roles film in the U.S. while other roles film in Mexico. Participants must have a current and active U.S. Passport that does NOT expire within 6 months.

AVAILABILITY

ZOOM AUDITION-INTERVIEWS

Tuesday January 3, 2023

OR

Wednesday January 4, 2023

ZOOM INTERVIEW CALLBACKS WITH THE DIRECTOR

Friday January 6, 2023

FITTING

TBD

Those that travel may have a wardrobe fitting in Mexico

FILM SHOOT

If the role travels, talent will travel 1 or 2 days before | after the filming

Content Capture – Films in Los Angeles between M, 1/23 – T, 2/7, Talent will be needed 1 day for 4 hours

Celebrating Culture – Either films in NYC OR Mexico between Th, 1/19 – F, 2/3 *if filming in Mexico, talent will be needed approx. 5-6 days

Generation – Films in Mexico between Th, 1/19 – F, 2/3 *Including travel, talent will be needed 5-6 days

 VALID US PASSPORT IS REQUIRED FOR SOME ROLES – THE PASSPORT MUST NOT EXPIRE WITHIN 6 MONTHS 

 OPPORTUNITY FOR ZOOM INTERVIEWS ARE LIMITED SO PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SUBMISSION FORM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.

“Expressions” Student Film Open Casting Call

NATIONAL CASTING: SEEKING DEAF MALES WITHIN THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY FOR GRADUATE THESIS SHORT FILM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART AND DESIGN 

Casting director Karlie Loland-Ringer of KLR Creative Group is currently casting a short Romantic Comedy featuring 2 deaf male leads within the LGBTQ+ community.

The film is titled “Expressions” with a goal of showcasing authentic representation.

This is a paid opportunity – Production has provided a budget to fly/lodge talent across the country and providing 2 ASL interpreters.

“Expressions” will be showcased through film festivals.

The project will take place in Savannah, GA in late February/early March.

Ages 20-40 and all ethnicities welcome.

Feel free to spread the word! 

Mister Car Wash Commercial Casting Call

Company Description

NBCUniversal owns and operates over 20 different businesses across 30 countries including a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a premium ad-supported streaming service. Here you can be your authentic self. As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain, and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced, and heard. We believe that our workforce should represent the communities we live in, so that together, we can continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world. Click here to learn more about Comcast NBCUniversal’s commitment and how we are making an impact.

Job Purpose

Job Description

The Entertainment Coordinator will provide administrative support to the Heyday television department within the Universal International Studios organization, and serve as office liaison communicating with internal NBCU divisions as well as the external business and creative community. This position is based in the Universal City/Hollywood, CA offices.

Essential Responsibilities

• General administrative duties including: answering telephones, scheduling, arranging drive-ons, copying, filing, and executing travel arrangements and expense reports
• Develop external contacts for competitive information and materials for informational databases
• Generate and maintain submission, pitch, and coverage logs, staffing grids, development reports, status reports, writer and director lists, competitive tracking, and other documents and databases for all aspects of drama, comedy, and non-scripted development and production
• Research writer, director, and actor lists; brainstorm and compile information regarding the international market for potential projects, talent, formats, and needs
• Provide creative input, script analysis, notes, and coverage for new material submitted for development consideration and/or in various stages of development
• Manage key information on series in production (schedules, key dates, casting, etc)
• Compile notes, facts, and pertinent information in preparation for meetings
• Keep executives informed of trade news, position changes, announcements, hot topics
• Draft, organize, or prepare correspondence and documents

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum 1 year experience within studio, network, agency or production company
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Desired Characteristics

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Multi-task oriented, excellent organizational and time management skills, as position will assist high volume department
• Flexible, personable, self-starter, and extremely detail-oriented with the ability to interface with the creative community as well as all levels of NBCU staff
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Team player/collaborative
• Involved in networking groups

Additional Requirements

• Interested candidates must submit a resume/CV online to be considered
• Willingness to work long hours and on weekends with short notice, specifically when dealing with international clients/time zones
• Must be willing to work in Universal City/Hollywood, CA
• Must have work authorization to work in the United States
• Must be covered by Solutions, NBCU’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Program
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols
• In select work settings or where jurisdictionally mandated, must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or adhere to enhanced protocols

Additional Information

NBCUniversal’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, where applicable.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations in the US by calling 1-818-777-4107 and in the UK by calling +44 2036185726.
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Hello, we’re The Sasha Group! We serve a wide range of businesses from helping young startups develop their core to helping established brands think differently and flex with the times. From building brand foundations to building momentum, we combine creativity with thoughtfulness and speed to solve business challenges. We like to describe ourselves as “consultancy at the front and an agency ‘round the back.”

At The Sasha Group, we believe that smart, creative thinking is the ultimate variable that makes brands come to life, whether it’s the startup looking to break into a space or the big, well-known brand looking to break the mold. And while we believe good ideas can come from anywhere, not everyone has the talent, skills, and craft to bring those ideas to life through design, photography, video, and animation.

That’s where you come in.

We are looking for Art Directors who have the know-how and skills to work hands-on who can own and guide the creative process from ideation to execution. Sometimes you’ll be leading a team of designers to make a volume of memes and GIFs that’ll make people laugh and cry. Sometimes you’ll be collaborating in a brainstorm for a big campaign. Sometimes you’ll be on set—using your eye to make sure everything in frame looks “just so.” Every task is challenging, but highly rewarding.

Who’s on the team?

You’ll be joining a tightly-knit creative team working with emerging and established brands across CPG, fashion, food & beverage, financial services, entertainment, and more. The team is a diverse mix of makers, creators, and ideators from published authors to viral TikTokers. But we’re all passionate about our mission: How do we level-up our clients to be the next big thing?

And who are you?

• You are a creator and an ideator who can execute at both a high speed and volume.
• You believe that great ideas can come from anywhere.
• You enjoy collaborating with other marketing nerds.
• You are a digital native and understand the internet of things.
• You are hungry for great work.
• You are comfortable flying solo and running with a pack.
• You are an expert visual thinker and can tell a good story that’ll make people stop, listen, and then probably go buy something.
• You consume content and know the ingredients to relevant, thumb-stopping work.
• You’d describe yourself as “very online” (creator or lurker) and are an expert on several digital and social platforms.
• You have a talent to make anything look good.

The task at hand:

• Thinking visually and then communicating those visual ideas.
• Transforming thoughts and half-ideas into fun, innovative, and clever executions with your creative team.
• Connecting the dots between culture and content to make concise and relevant creative recommendations.
• Creating mood-boards that distill or expand on the visual tone of a brand.
• Understanding, articulating, and strategically applying the latest social best-practices to every creative opportunity.
• Championing the look and feel of your brands. (Style guides are your bible.)
• Following direction and giving/taking actionable creative feedback from internal teams and clients.
• Managing and mentoring a team of designers, video editors, and creators to produce excellent visual work.
• Working across multiple brands and workstreams—big and small.

Sounds fun, but how about some specifics?

• Designing and animating social ads and organic content for various social and digital platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, and TikTok.
• Cutting-up long-form video into bite-sized clips.
• Creating brand guidelines and playbooks for newly emerging brands.
• Working across all technical aspects of content production and delivery.
• Building out visual ideas via storyboards, mocks, sketches, etc.
• Cleaning up projects and file management.
• Approving work and giving feedback to your team of designers.
• Noodling big, omni-channel campaign concepts for brands looking to make some noise.
• Concepting art direction (set, casting, props, wardrobe, etc.) for video executions.
• Then: working with studio partners on the pre-production, production, and post-production of those executions.
• Designing thoughtful presentations that help sell work and big ideas.
• Mentoring and training staff/direct reports (designers, creators, and video editors) with regular feedback and team-building exercises.
• Resourcing, finding, and developing a network of project-based employees (PBEs)

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience in a similar role with proven leadership in visual thinking, art direction, and design skills.
• A portfolio reflecting strong visual concepting and direction/execution of design and animation.
• Highly proficient in the full Adobe Creative Suite (expert in Photoshop, Illustrator and familiarity with After Effects and Premiere.)
• Organizational skills are a must.
• So is a forensic attention to detail.
• A strong understanding in digital media from Instagram Reels to OTT Video placements.
• Deep familiarity with social platforms (e.g., export settings, file formats, social safe zones, etc.)
• Has a strong art history background and keeps up to date with design trends.
• On-set (photography/video) experience and other visual crafts are a big plus: illustration, sketching, motion graphics, hand-lettering, etc.
• Thrives in a company of collaborative people, but can clearly demonstrate an ability to get things done without direct supervision.
• A collaborator who’s not afraid to leave ego at the door.
• Highly adaptable and willing to try and learn through trial and error.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, working across multiple projects.
• Isn’t afraid to bring their passions, background, and personal experience to their work.

Unsure if you meet the qualifications? We are always looking for talent which will continue to cultivate an inclusive and representative team that will enhance our perspectives, skill sets, background, and behaviors. We encourage those who are passionate about what we do to apply!

• Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
• Base Salary $50k-$70k
• Employer-sponsored 401k with match
• Medical, Dental, and vision coverage
• Caregiver (Parental) Leave
• Unlimited PTO
• Health and Wellness benefits

Location – remote based in any of the following states: NY, NJ, CT, TN, MD, NC, CO, CA, GA, TX, FL
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