Entertainment Content Creator Jobs

Casting Call: Sales Guy Talent for Richmond Ford Project

Job Detail: We are currently casting for a nonunion project for Richmond Ford, based in Richmond, VA. The project is scheduled for multiple dates in November, with anticipated shooting dates on November 14th and 15th. Specific role allocation for each day will be determined closer to the shoot.

Job Responsibilities: The selected talent will be responsible for portraying a Sales Guy character in the promotional content for Richmond Ford. This role requires delivering lines, exuding confidence and professionalism, and effectively conveying the key selling points of the products/services.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male
• Age Range: 30’s
• Ethnicity: Any
• Location: Must be based in or able to travel to Richmond, VA for the shoot
• Previous acting or sales experience is a plus, but not mandatory
• Strong communication skills and a charismatic demeanor

Compensation:

• Payment: To be discussed with selected talent
• Travel expenses (if applicable) will be covered by the production team

Casting Role: Payback Ep. 304 – EMS Role

Job Details: We are currently casting for multiple roles for Episode 304 of the TV series “Payback”. The production will be filming in Knoxville from November 15-17, 2023. Please note that not all actors may be needed for all days of filming.

Additional Notes:

• No scripted audio will be used in this production.
• Actors must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content.
• Actors must be comfortable working with fake blood.

Job Responsibilities: The selected actor will be responsible for portraying an EMS (Emergency Medical Services) professional in scripted scenes. This may involve responding to simulated emergencies, interacting with other characters, and handling prop medical equipment.

Requirements:

• Gender: Male or Female
• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities
• Age: 18+
• Must be comfortable with scripted violence and murder content
• Must be comfortable working around fake blood

Compensation:

• Rate: $75/day (flat, no hotel, travel or stipend provided)

Casting Call: Payback Ep. 304

Role:

• Character: TYRONE, ACCUSED

Job Responsibilities:

• Act in accordance with the script and direction provided by the production team.
• Portray the character of TYRONE, ACCUSED with authenticity and emotion.
• Execute scenes involving scripted violence and murder content with professionalism and precision.
• Safely handle and use a prop gun as required by the script and director’s instructions.
• Collaborate with the production crew, fellow actors, and director to ensure the smooth execution of the project.

Requirements:

• Age range: 30 to 40 years old.
• Ethnicity: Black man.
• Appearance: Short hair and facial hair.
• Physical Attributes: Average height and build.
• Comfort with scripted violence and murder content.
• Comfort with handling a prop gun.
• Close resemblance to the attached photo of the character.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150/day
• Accommodation: Hotel accommodation will be provided.

Casting Call: Newborn Baby Actor/Actress

Job Details: We are currently seeking a newborn baby (6 weeks old or younger) to play a special role in an upcoming feature film. The shooting schedule will involve only a couple of hours in late November. This is a paid role and the footage will be featured on the cinema screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• The baby will be required to appear on set for a short period of time, under the careful supervision of professional caregivers.
• The baby’s primary responsibility is to be comfortable and content during the filming process, with the utmost priority placed on their safety and well-being.
• The baby may be gently handled by trained professionals for scenes that require specific actions.

Requirements:

• Age: 6 weeks old or younger at the time of shooting.
• Eye Color: Blue.
• The baby must be in good health and meet all necessary health and safety requirements.
• Parent/guardian must be present at all times during filming.
• Availability for shooting in late November.

Compensation: The selected newborn baby will receive competitive compensation for their time and participation. Additionally, all necessary accommodations and amenities for the baby’s comfort will be provided on set. The parents/guardians will be compensated for their time and any additional expenses related to the shoot.

We are seeking an innovative Strategic Proposal Director or Senior Director to join world class researchers on our client services team, working across practice areas.  In this role, you will work closely with business leaders to lead the proposal development process, ensuring the creation of compelling and competitive proposals to win new business. You will collaborate with teams across the company to produce high quality proposals and research designs that help answer important strategic questions for our clients.   If you’re passionate about designing compelling proposals that drive business, this is the opportunity for you! 

• Develop and execute a comprehensive proposal strategy that aligns with our company goals and client expectations
• Lead the end-to-end proposal development process, including designing the research plan and creating proposal content, to produce high quality and persuasive proposals
• Stay up to date on industry trends, competitive landscapes and client needs to tailor proposals effectively
• Serve as a trusted partner to senior business leaders within NRG to understand client requirements, objectives and pain points
• Collaborate with teams across the business to gather information for proposals, including partnering with our fieldwork team on pricing and marketing science on necessary advanced analytics language
• Assist in preparing and delivering client capabilities presentations when necessary to secure new business
• Build and manage a proposal and capabilities library to streamline the proposal process

• Experience – We’d love for you to have 5+ years’ experience working in proposal writing and development at a consumer insights agency.   
• Your degree(s) – Ideally looking for a B.A./B.S. degree in areas such as Social Sciences, Business, Marketing, Market Research, Statistics, Economics or a related field.
• Passion –You love staying up to date on industry trends and developments in the technology and/or entertainment space. Small talking or deep diving on cultural trends, emerging tech and innovation fuels you.
• Research practitioner – Understanding of and experience with a range of complex qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and how to use those methods to creatively answer clients’ needs in a proposal.
• Curiosity and critical thinking – You are genuinely interested in seeking information on the “whys.” You have the ability to address issues using creative and collaborative tactics.
• Exceptional Writer – We want someone with strong writing skills who can craft a compelling and creative proposal.
• Visual Storyteller – Experience creating compelling capabilities slides using tools such as PowerPoint, Slides, Keynote and more.
• Self-starter – Internally-motivated who continuously strives to get things done well, regardless of challenges encountered.
• Expert multitasker – Successfully manages time and multiple competing priorities to ensure deadlines are always met. Staying organized is a must for managing projects!
• Hawk-eyed attention to detail – No errors get past you and you do all that you can to ensure nothing slips through the cracks when it comes to editing.
• Great Team Member – Team player who is able to work collaboratively and harmoniously within a team and across teams. You will roll up your sleeves to help get the job done and no task is beneath you. You welcome feedback because you have a zest for learning and growing.

MDC Partners

Director of Democracy Programs

Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate

Boston, MA

Who We Are

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate is dedicated to educating the public about the important role of the Senate in our government, encouraging participatory democracy, invigorating civil discourse, and inspiring the next generation of citizens and leaders to engage in the civic life of their communities.

We at the Kennedy Institute believe that civic education and engagement includes learning about important historic and contemporary policy issues, understanding how the issues are addressed inside and outside our democratic structures of government, and taking action on civic issues in ways that reinforce democratic practices and broaden democratic participation.

The Kennedy Institute strives to provide balanced, transparent, and inclusive civics education experiences that make room for conversations between people of broad ideologies and perspectives in respectful, productive ways.

Position Overview:

The Director of the U.S. Democracy Programs supports the Kennedy Institute’s efforts to actively protect the principles and structures of American democracy and to support bipartisan and productive policy deliberation in the U.S. Senate and in all politics. These efforts include hosting discussions and convening national leaders, spearheading initiatives to improve how the Senate functions, overseeing the Institute’s fellowships program, and organizing events that educate the public about the role of the U.S. Senate in American democracy today. The Director is responsible for building and supporting a national network of individuals and organizations with expertise in the U.S. Senate, and the Director will work closely with the CEO to develop strategies to advance the Institute as a leader in ongoing national conversations about the upper chamber. The Director will oversee a new national program to map and support the nation’s elections infrastructure.

The Director of Democracy reports to the CEO. This is a hybrid position, and the Director should expect to be on-site at least 2 days per week.

Core Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of program activities, staff, and budget.
• Work closely with the CEO to implement existing Democracy program initiatives and workstreams, which include bipartisan dialogue sessions at the Kennedy Cape House, the Senate Project, Senate 2030, JustVote, and a fellowship program.
• Responsible for the successful execution of each Democracy work stream including the development of project management, subject matter content, background research, partnership development, and coordination with relevant Kennedy Institute team members.
• Develop additional projects aimed at contributing to the advancement of the US Senate in consultation with the CEO.
• Plan and organize public-facing events to raise the Kennedy Institute’s profile and create public education opportunities.
• Work closely with the Development team to secure funding to support all U.S. Democracy program activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree is required for this role.

● Expertise in American democracy, politics, and the U.S. Senate through a minimum of 8–10 years of relevant experience.

● A self-directed leader, with a growth mentality, who is flexible and willing to contribute to a small but growing team as circumstances require.

● Excellent and demonstrable project management skills and a successful track record as a team manager within a nonprofit, political, academic or government context.

● Experience building and leading diverse teams, developing and managing budgets, and executing administrative tasks as needed.

● Excellent written and oral communications skills, including an ability to synthesize and summarize research findings and recommendations for a variety of audiences.

● Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a team environment.

● Committed to inclusion and creating a workplace that is supportive of difference; experience with diverse teams and success at navigating cross-cultural communication.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

The Edward M. Kennedy Institute for The United States Senate is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.

Please, no phone calls. No solicitation calls will be entertained.

Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate

At Entertainment Partners we help to power Oscar-winning films, Emmy-winning shows, and Clio-winning commercials. Feel the satisfaction of impacting the most exciting industry in the world while fostering a work environment with the nimbleness of a start-up but the stability of a blue chip. We are poised to redefine and evolve the back-office processes of the entertainment community with security at the core of what we do.

Are you looking for the next opportunity to revolutionize an industry? If so….

We are looking for a Sales Operations Senior Manager who will partner closely with our Sales Operations and Business Insights team. We want you to bring your strong technical design, problem solving, and storytelling skills to Entertainment Partners! Be prepared to deliver compelling visualizations that make complex data understandable, approachable, and actionable for our global sales team. You will spend some of your time creating, connecting and iterating dashboards that are Exec friendly yet have the depth to help sales understand their book of business. The remaining time will be spent using your Sales Ops background to contribute and implement global best practices across regions. This includes being a key player in rolling out global forecasting processes and territory management programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop integrated global dashboards using Salesforce, QLIK and/or Tableau.
• Work with 3rd party data extracts to design interactive research tools for pipeline generation.
• Develop Market Share analysis including drill down dashboards using Salesforce & Tableau.
• Support sales team with process improvement and measure effectiveness of changes.
• Clean and analyze disparate data using Python, SQL, etc to maximize system efficiencies.
• Drive quarterly business reviews from content creation to sales insights and next steps.
• Develop full cycle, drill down dashboards to showcase leads, pipeline, and quarterly forecasting.
• Project manage global automation efforts across forecasting and pipeline.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED

• 5+ years’ experience in visualization/design/analysis using software such as Tableau/Salesforce/QLIK.
• Deep domain expertise in data visualization, statistical analysis, and KPI tracking.
• Proven ability to create exec level quarterly insights and impact analysis.
• Experience with Python or SQL/SAQL a plus.
• Highly proficient with Excel and PowerPoint – MS Access a plus.
• Ability to iterate as you work on projects (Agile framework/background a plus).
• Must have strong written and verbal communication at all levels.

The salary for this position is $130,000 and is commensurate with experience related to the position.

As full-time EP Employee you will be eligible to receive our amazing benefits package that include healthcare, dental, and vision coverage.

Other benefits and perks included are:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan and company match.
• Paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time.
• Participation in company equity plans.
• Employee Assistance Program, mental health and wellness programs.
• Training and development.
• Possibility of hybrid/flexible/schedules.
• Annual bonus and merit reviews.

Entertainment Partners

Location: Culver City, CA

Reporting to: SVP, Advertising Sales and Brand Partnerships

Salary: $125,000 – 150,000/ Annually

We invite YOU to be YOU!

Pocket.watch is dedicated to surprising and delighting Generation Alpha, the most diverse generation yet, through digital-first content. We believe the best way to do that is by celebrating our differences, and varied perspectives, and embracing all that makes us unique in a fair and equitable way. It’s through our collective experiences that we innovate and unlock the infinite possibilities of the digital kid’s landscape. Come play with us.

Pocket.watch is currently seeking an enthusiastic Director of Sales.  The ideal candidate has 5+ years of digital media sales experience, is passionate about growing business and exceeding revenue goals. This is an individual contributor position responsible for direct sales across our exclusive network of top kids and family YouTube channels and influencer partners. In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, pitching, and closing new business as well as managing and expanding existing relationships across key agency and client partners. Successful candidates will have strong relationships across senior kids media buyers paired with experience selling both YouTube Media and influencer content. You can develop effective sales materials, build packages, and close deals.  This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact at a trailblazing entertainment company and work with top industry executives.

Responsibilities:

• Identify new business opportunities and nurture existing relationships with brands and agencies looking to reach kids and family consumers.
• Own individual monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.
• Build, maintain and expand a pipeline of sales targets, contacts, and sales opportunities leveraging your relationships.
• Build/nurture relationships with the investment, strategy, and digital agencies as well as clients.
• Educate the market on the unique offering that pocket.watch presents for safely and effectively reaching kids and family audiences. 
• Work with the AdOps team to oversee campaign management; reporting, optimization, upsell opportunities and billing.
• Own the sales cycle from beginning to end:  prospecting, identify opportunities, make the right connections, build/maintain relationships, create sales proposals and presentations, respond to RFPs and ideate custom opportunities.
• Meet deadlines and partner timeline expectations.
• Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge and Experience

• 5+ years of digital media sales experience
• Strong understanding of the streaming media landscape including AVOD, OTT, OLV
• Experience selling YouTube Reserve inventory as well as custom content and sponsorships. .
• Solid, working relationships at major holding companies. 
• Deep client and agency relationships in core kid verticals (Toy and Entertainment). Additional relationships in non-core categories preferred (Retail, CPG, QSR)
• Experience closing endeavor and upfront deals in addition to large and mid-level campaign-specific programs
• Ability to operate independently, and juggle multiple priorities while providing concise and actionable updates to leadership.
• Knowledge of kids’ media landscape required, and programmatic landscape preferred.
• Experience working closely with Ad Operations with a strong understanding of capabilities and limitations of specific ad tech. 
• Strong presentation skills and ability to sell through ideas to clients.
• Collaborative team player.
• Solutions-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and analytical skills.
• Must possess strong leadership and time management skills.
• Understanding of COPPA, CARU, and Contextual Targeting in Kid-Safe Advertising Space.

Skills

• Expertise in YouTube video ad serving platforms Google Ads and Google Ads Manager.
• Expertise in YouTube Reserve Media, including the ability to forecast, set up, and manage reserve campaigns across specific channels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in high-paced environments.
• Ability to communicate with external teams and generate client-facing

reports/communication.

• Demonstrated strong time-management, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated strong strategic and analytical planning and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships and negotiate with internal clients.

Work environment

• The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions and work is performed in a business office environment.

Physical demands

• Must have close visual acuity to perform the primary responsibilities of this position.
• Work is sedentary in nature and involves sitting most of the time.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.  

pocket.watch

Canela Media is the fastest growing Latina-founded media and entertainment company in the United States and Latin America with OTT properties including Canela.TV, Canela Music and Canela Kids. The company is a true start up, founded in 2019 and backed by the most reputable investment groups in the world.

Our product offering consists of:

• Canela.TV, one the first and largest ad supported streaming TV services created for US Latinos
• Online advertising with industry leading scale. Exclusively representing over 180 sites & our Video Network of 600+ sites
• Canela Music curates the hottest in Latin music for US Latinos
• Canela Studio branded content team creates highly culturally relevant custom content to engage diverse audiences

Canela Media is looking for a Sales Director to play a critical role in developing and managing successful advertising programs for key clients in the East region. This individual contributor will be responsible for developing advertising programs for top national consumer brands, agencies and regional clients.

Responsibilities:

• Prospect and close new and direct business – new business development
• Ensure that our clients receive the highest level of sales and operational customer service
• Execute and deliver high quality responses to all Avails & RFPs
• Proactively prospect, qualify, grow, and maintain a national account list that includes medium to large agencies and direct clients.
• Manage activity using Salesforce.com
• Create innovative sales presentations, incorporating industry research and campaign performance data
• Negotiate pricing and contractual agreements
• Create innovative sales proposals

Required Qualifications:

• Must have 5+ years of digital advertising sales experience
• Must have prior relationships with brands/agencies
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Extensive contacts and relationships with leading agencies and clients
• Deep understanding of the advertising marketplace with a focus on Digital/Online, CTV/OTT, Television and/or music/audio.
• Extensive knowledge of interactive advertising with regard to positioning and technology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual English and Spanish a plus but not a requirement
• Understanding of the multicultural media landscape a plus but not a requirement

Canela Media is an EOE. Visit our website: www.canelamedia.com

Canela Media

Overview

Snow Commerce focuses on ecommerce solutions and services for enterprise clients across business verticals such as Entertainment, Gaming, Sports, Lifestyle, and Music. We also partner with world’s largest marketplaces, creator portals and promotional product companies in providing supplier solutions. We are passionate about ecommerce and aspire to drive success in partnership with marquee brands such as Netflix, Paramount, Mattel, Warner Bros. Discovery, Barstool, NBCUniversal, XBOX and many more. We are a proud team that enjoys being curious, innovative and ambitious in providing global solutions for brands loved by fandoms worldwide.

Enterprise Sales – Snow Commerce

The Enterprise Sales division is responsible for the targeting, selling, and long term account management of clients. This typically involves launching full service outsourced solutions and integrating into client marketing programs and platforms. The solutions include product design and sourcing to offer a portfolio of products attractive to the brand’s fandom with an emphasis on the Printful product lines and warehousing services. The sales executive identifies enterprise targets to prospect, develops targets into qualified leads, closes contracts and smoothly transitions the long term relationship to our Growth Strategy team (which is also part of the Enterprise Sales team.).

Position Overview

This role requires a highly motivated and experienced sales executive to join our sales team focused on enterprise ecommerce solutions. You will play a key role in driving business growth by identifying and nurturing new relationships, promoting our solutions, and delivering exceptional client service. This position requires a proven track record of success in selling enterprise-level solutions to large organizations. You will play a critical role in driving our company’s growth by identifying and closing new business opportunities with key enterprise clients..

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Prospecting: Research and identify new enterprise-level clients through conducting thorough market research and attending networking events and industry associations.
• Product Knowledge: Develop a deep understanding of our Printful and Snow Commerce products, services, and capabilities to effectively communicate their value to clients.
• Consultative Selling: Engage with prospective clients in a consultative manner, understanding their specific needs and offering tailored solutions that meet their requirements.
• Sales Presentations: Deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations to showcase our products and services, highlighting their benefits and differentiating factors.
• Relationship Building: Cultivate and nurture strong, lasting relationships with clients, maintaining regular communication to address inquiries, provide updates, and identify up-selling opportunities.
• Quotation and Proposal Creation: Prepare accurate and detailed quotes and proposals for clients, ensuring alignment with their needs and our capabilities.
• Sales Targets: Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets while maintaining a high level of client satisfaction.
• Market Insights: Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and client preferences to adapt sales strategies and approaches accordingly.
• CRM Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all client interactions and sales activities in the company’s CRM system.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with Strategic Account Managers and Program Managers as well as Snow Commerce staff, to ensure a smooth transition from sale to production and delivery.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field, MBA is a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 10 years in enterprise sales closing complex, high-value deals, preferably in the merch-on-demand, manufacturing, or related industries.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients and effectively convey information.
• Results-driven mindset with a passion for exceeding targets and achieving sales goals.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in using sales tools, CRM software, Google Apps for Business, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn about new products, technologies, and industry trends.
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving abilities.

Snow Commerce, Inc