Vancouver Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

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NOW CASTING “ON CHRISTMAS DAY” – NON UNION SHORT FILM

A story about a woman who is left alone for the holidays due to a recent breakup. Little does she know she has a sweet Christmas surprise coming her way that will change her perspective and the holiday mood in her house.

Audition: Self-Tape

Shoot Date: Wednesday, December 22 2021 in Toronto, ON

Rate: $100/half-day

Role:

[DAD]

• 40 to 65 years old, South Asian male. Cheery and affectionate. He is happy to see his daughter Adira after a while and spend time with her on Christmas Day.

We are looking for a Social Media Content Producer to join Allo’s growth marketing team. If you’re a self-motivated creative, and love to create content with a mix of graphic design, photography, videography (motion graphics), and editing, this is the job for you!

As Allo’s Special Media Content Producer you will be responsible for the planning and development of creative content for our Social Media channels. The focus of this role will be in creating entertaining and engaging shareable video content on TikTok, IG, and Facebook, and working with our Content Marketing Specialist to create static posts utilizing photography and basic design.

Our ideal candidate will have great creative acumen and a proven track record in storytelling and production with an appetite for experimentation. In addition, the ideal candidate will have a ‘creator’ mindset, and keep up-to-date on social media content trends, and will most importantly be idea-driven.

Key Responsibilities

• Come up with new social media content ideas and build content calendars
• Shoot, edit and design content
• For more complex projects, build storyboards and outlines and source talent or vendors if required lead, and produce all aspects of Allo’s video, photography, and design on social media, while working with a content marketing specialist for copy development
• Monitor social feeds for ideas and keep up with trends and techniques in content creation.
• Concept, create, and edit content for product marketing materials
• Occasionally shoot video at events and PR related endeavors
• Experience managing multiple projects and adhering to deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic oriented environment
• Working closely with Director of Growth Marketing

Requirements

• A portfolio of work is preferred in the application for this role
• Minimum 1-2 years of related experience
• A Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent experience in Graphic Design or Media
• Experience with graphic design and photography
• Experience with shooting videos, editing, producing short content (IG, Tiktok, Youtube)
• Experience in social media channels. Active social media presence is an asset
• Equal parts independent self-starter and team collaborator

What’s in it for you

• Join a start-up with a strong foundation – grow with us as we grow
• Be a part of a growth marketing team that believes in autonomy, respect, and positivity
• Be a part of the launch of a unique first-mover product
• Grow your core skills by working with single-product e-commerce brands (initially at least)
• Medical and Dental benefits

Allo Nutrition

NOW CASTING “ON CHRISTMAS DAY” – NON UNION SHORT FILM

A story about a woman who is left alone for the holidays due to a recent breakup. Little does she know she has a sweet Christmas surprise coming her way that will change her perspective and the holiday mood in her house.

Audition: Self-Tape

Shoot Date: Wednesday, December 22 2021 in Toronto, ON

Rate: $250/day

Role:

[MOM]

• 40 to 65 years old, South Asian female. Caring and affectionate. She is excited to visit her daughter for Christmas and make the night memorable and special.

RUSH!! Milo Casting is seeking Twin Toddlers to be a Stand-Ins for an FX TV Show.

Looking For

• Twins (identical or fraternal) of any ethnicity and gender who are roughly 12-18 months old
• You are available to be on set THIS WEEKEND (Dec 10 -12th, one or two days only in this window) 

Previous on set experience not necessary, simply looking for Real Twin Toddlers. Please submit ASAP!

Details & Submission Information 

Those  chosen for this campaign will be paid $750 for a half-shoot, plus an additional $500 if required for a second half-day

Graphics Production Designer

Responsible for creating layouts for client approval, preparing files for print production, Printer operation and coordinating with internal departments.

REQUIREMENTS:

·      Minimum 1-2 years’ experience required in Design/Graphics

·      Minimum 1-2 years’ experience  with RIP software

·      Sign shop experience would be an asset

·      Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·      Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

·      Solution focused approach and resourceful

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

·      Create proofs and prepare files for printing

·      Work with account managers or clients directly

·      Large format printer operation, loading/ unload material and maintenance

·      Performs other duties as assigned and deemed necessary of the position under the direction of Design Manager and/or Director of Creative Services

·      Assist with sign production/finishing & installation as required

·      Some overtime and weekends as required

·      Other duties as assigned

GES – Global Experience Specialists

Company Description

In complex social, outdoor, print, experiential, broadcast, mobile and online — we reinforce communities across platforms to achieve a breakthrough and activate our client’s best and brightest with compelling advertising.

With a digital approach to integrated communications, Isobar plans and produces stellar experience-driven campaigns for global brands in the lifestyle, retail, and entertainment sectors; to promote sustainable, bleeding-edge ideas that create insightful conversations. Our team of provocateurs listens carefully to global trends and cultural shifts to change the way we interact with each other.

Job Description

As a senior member of the Production team, you have previously worked with clients from a diverse set of industries. You thrive in an agile environment that allows you to leverage your broad skillset across the entire program lifecycle. You use your experience to solve complex business problems and support the teams through critical thinking of production-related inquiries, ensuring timelines and budgets are always met. You bring demonstrable experience in leading teams in a fast-paced agency environment that works with multiple vendors.

Responsibilities

• The delivery of projects through the facilitation and enablement of cross-functional teams
• Planning, estimating, and scoping projects for success through writing effective Statements of Work and Project Plans with the client and internal team.
• Monitoring budget and providing options when necessary to ensure commercial success.
• Resource planning and management, identifying and escalating potential problems in advance.
• Risk identification, mitigation, and resolution across all projects.
• Be the key point of contact for client queries on the delivery of their projects.
• Implements Delivery frameworks that provide a structured, transparent, and collaborative approach to delivering great work.
• Suggesting creative solutions to the clients’ problems.
• Build day-to-day relationships with clients, creative, media & other external partners.
• Running and monitoring several projects in parallel.
• Preparing detailed project plans.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record working in an agile environment.
• Confident using Jira, Confluence, and Excel.
• Experience in project scoping, risk mitigation, and contingency planning.
• Demonstrable experience running multiple projects successfully and simultaneously.
• Experience in managing and presenting to clients and vendor networks. 
• A clear understanding of management, business, and budgeting processes.
• Strong track record in liaising with, collaborating with, and forming productive working relationships with clients and vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to adapt style and method of communication to be effective for diverse audiences and stakeholders.
• Excellent public speaking and/or presentation skills.
• An analytical mindset that strives for pixel perfection and comprehension of details
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Agile certification is nice to have.

Additional Information

We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds foster a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better business results. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the clients we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work.

We are committed to working with our candidates from all ability levels throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact [email protected] or to begin a conversation about your individual accessibility needs throughout the hiring process.

Isobar

Colorcast is looking for a talented sports commentator/journalist/comedian/personality to commentate (audio-only) on NBA games as they happen! We are looking for a “Featured Commentator” during NBA games for the next several weeks of the season.

If you think you have what it takes, please submit your resume and include a sample of you and your co-host (if applicable), chopping it up about sports. We’d love to get a feel for your style and whether we think you’d connect with our audience.

No recording equipment is required. Just an iPhone or an iPad (not available on Android)!

We assess the following qualities in our candidates:

-The ability to bring listeners into your casts and keep them engaged;

-Relative knowledge or topic interest (but no, you don’t have to be an expert); and

-How interesting and/or fun your content is.

We are looking for casters to attract listeners and create a space that new listeners can come onto the app, without knowing who they want to listen to, and be guaranteed an engaging experience.

Pay: 100$ total per game

Colorcast

Colorcast is looking for a talented sports commentator/journalist/comedian/personality to commentate (audio-only) on NFL games as they happen! We are looking for a “Featured Commentator” during NFL games for the next several weeks of the season.

If you think you have what it takes, please submit your resume and include a sample of you and your co-host (if applicable), chopping it up about sports. We’d love to get a feel for your style and whether we think you’d connect with our audience.

No recording equipment is required. Just an iPhone or an iPad (not available on Android)!

We assess the following qualities in our candidates:

-The ability to bring listeners into your casts and keep them engaged;

-Relative knowledge or topic interest (but no, you don’t have to be an expert); and

-How interesting and/or fun your content is.

We are looking for casters to attract listeners and create a space that new listeners can come onto the app, without knowing who they want to listen to, and be guaranteed an engaging experience.

Pay: 100$ total per game

Colorcast

Company Description

We are Dentsu. We innovate the way brands are built. That means we do things differently so they’re better than before. In this way, we make our clients’ most important marketing assets—their brands—win in a changing world. Dentsu is Innovating the Way Brands Are Built for its clients through its best-in-class expertise and capabilities in Media, CRM, and creative communications services. Dentsu is headquartered in London and operates in 145 countries worldwide with more than 50,000 dedicated specialists.

Job Description

As a Integrated Producer, you will be an integral member of the team by providing support and assistance in managing various projects and ensuring that day to day activities run smoothly. You will set the tone for how the projects are managed by assuring focus on key client objectives and deliver first-class experiences.

• Partner closely with the account, creative and production teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects across digital, print and content.
• Ensure consistency in project scope, role definition and performance expectations within individual capabilities and among project teams.
• Responsible for all internal communications and day to day deliverable management related to your projects.
• Oversee the agency workflow and establish client specific processes to ensure efficiencies and highest quality of deliverables.
• Prepare deliverable schedules, communicate project statuses, and adjust resources and priorities accordingly.
• Maintain a clear vision of the direction of all projects and keep production focused in that direction.
• Understand and effectively communicate business needs and technical requirements to digital team members.
• Manage and communicate status to the internal project team, ensure that issues and risks are properly identified, considered, escalated, and resolved.
• Manage project change in accordance with the change management plan to control scope, quality, schedule, cost, resourcing, and procurement.
• Manage third-party vendors, including freelancer, consultants and contractors as necessary in the delivery of projects, including gathering estimates, negotiating rates, and working with the finance team to ensure prompt settlement of invoices.
• Manage all financial metrics related to projects – billability, utilization and revenue forecasts.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years project experience, with an excellent understanding of digital, print and content.
• Complete knowledge of start-to-finish project tasks across the multiple disciplines, with demonstrated ability managing full project portfolios.
• Able to analyze and distill complex information to other team members.
• A strong leader and a team player who understands how to work effectively in a fast paced, evolving organization.
• Experience with developing project schedules within task or project management software.
• Experience working with production tools and other development software (i.e JIRA or similar).

Additional Information

We are a fast-growing, leading marketing company with offices in the U.S. and Canada. We offer our employees competitive wages, flexible benefits, an awesome culture and the satisfaction of seeing a positive impact on our client’s bottom line.
dentsu international

Do you love it when a plan comes together? Are you able to look at a problem and identify the steps that are necessary to understanding and resolving that problem? Are you an expert at cross-platform game development through the entire production cycle? Do you love rallying and motivating a team towards shared goals to build a great game?

Blackbird Interactive is seeking a Senior Producer to oversee delivery for a large IP. You will work with talented internal and external teams, help identify their needs, and move them from full production into release and post-launch.

Responsibilities

• Oversee one or more cross-discipline feature teams
• Establish and maintain the product roadmap
• Establish and maintain the team’s scope and capacity on a daily basis
• Manage resource requirements, establish dependencies and balance priorities.
• Partner with Senior Product Owners to establish feature goals and deliver features on time
• Partner with a technical and creative leadership team to ensure project vision, deliverables and goals are met.
• Establish and manage relationships and processes with key stakeholders, publisher and external partners
• Mentor, coach and support producers and other team members.
• Manage direct reports and support career growth.
• Establish and Maintain regular communication channels with other feature teams and coordinate dependencies with stakeholders.
• Manage scope and quality, proactively assess and mitigate risk

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years experience in a producer/project manager capacity.
• Strong understanding of game development cycle from pre-production to release
• Experience working directly with external and publisher stakeholders.
• Passion and enthusiasm for games and game development.
• Experience in various project management methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile.
• Effective communication skills across all levels and disciplines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written skills

Pluses

• University degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience in cross-platform development environments.
• At least 2 shipped AAA game projects.
• Experience with AzureDevOps, Hansoft, JIRA, or other project management software tools.
• Lean/Agile certifications

Blackbird Interactive