Entertainment Careers Casting Calls and Auditions

Company Description

This job application remains open even when we don’t have roles available. We are always interested in hearing from you! If you would like to be considered, please apply and we will contact you as soon as we have an opening.

The Mill is a global creative partner for agencies, production companies and brands, working across all media channels and platforms.

We are trusted specialists in visual effects, creative technologies and content production Our projects include the creation of digital products and virtual experiences, as well as world class visual effects and video production.

We are a vibrant network of talented artists, producers, directors and creative technologists from multinational backgrounds. We nurture innovation, flexibility and diverse ideas across our studios in London, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Berlin and Bangalore. We are all united by one single ambition: To create extraordinary and memorable work that captivates and excites audiences.

We are The Mill. We create the extraordinary.

Job Description

Our global Visual Effects team combines talent with technology, artistry with rigor, the familiar with the fantastic. Our work can be inspiring or invisible, but always unforgettable. From the language of colour to the hand drawn and photo-real, we bring ideas to life through the use of movement, storytelling and timing.

In this role we require someone to work both in a team and on their own in a fast paced environment, delivering a high level of expertise across multiple disciplines, predominantly for our commercials department.

You will have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills and technical knowledge and have relevant experience in a commercial, film or TV environment.

Responsibilities

• Is able to manage large projects and coordinate the Flame and Nuke output and quality control, from initial conception to completion of the project.
• Clear understanding of Comping, Matt Painting, Nuke, and can understand and comment on CG and Design specialisms in the context of the overall look and feel of the project.
• Exceptional Technical ability in order to trouble shoot problems.
• Can demonstrate new ways of thinking ensuring the Mill is at the cutting edge of creativity in our industry by leading the way through pushing boundaries 
on technical innovation, often approached to advise on technique.
• Must work closely with the client to advise on most effective ways to shoot, and best process for creating their ultimate vision.
• As a shoot attend, provide production and clients on set with knowledge and expertise in all areas of on-set supervision.
• Ensure the clients’ requirements are met and that the client is guided effectively through the creative process.
• Liaise with the London, New York and Los Angeles offices to encourage knowledge sharing, planning and cohesion.
• Must continually research, develop and adapt new and current ideas and techniques to ensure they remain innovative and at the forefront of our industry.
• Achieving the creative aims of the Director and/or Producers through the use of Flame and Nuke.
• Responsible for the 2D Post Production process, creatively leading the artists throughout the project and ensuring that good and clear communication occurs at all times between the artists, and client.
• Will handle the project from conception through to completion.
• Needs to work closely with Director to develop and interpret their creative vision.
• Briefs entire team on director’s creative vision to enable artists to produce desired results.
• Communicates with and collaborates with the CG and Design teams to provide a seamless pipeline.

Qualifications

• Experience in Flame/Nuke post production.
• Experience of Leading/Supervising or previous VFX Supervisor experience in commercial or film industry.
• Creative eye and aesthetic judgement knowing composition, cinematic design and high quality finish.
• Needs to have a strong and exceptional understanding of Directing/Lighting/Camera work/Practical Effects/Camera Gripping/Art /CG.
• Innate sense of composition, light, colour and excellent attention to detail
• On set supervision experience.
• Ability to work to and meet strict deadlines often under pressure.
• Excellent communication, organisation skills and financial and budget management skills.
• Expert in industry standard software packages such as Flame and Nuke.
• A thorough understanding of the 2D & CG principles and pipeline is essential.
• You are a proven team leader with strong motivational qualities, technically and creatively astute.
• Able to effectively communicate with people at all levels.

Additional Information

Please click here to review our privacy notices for job applicants.

If you require assistance applying, please reach out to [email protected] and we’ll be happy to assist.

TECHNICOLOR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Technicolor complies and prohibits against discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, medical condition (including genetic characteristics), mental and/or physical disability or handicap, marital status, sex, age, veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, political party preference, political belief, socioeconomic status, familial status, registered domestic partner status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions and any other characteristic or activity protected by federal, state/provincial or local law.
The Mill

The Division of Psychology & Communication Studies in the College of Arts & Sciences at Alfred University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Journalism, Mass Communication, Media Studies, Communication, or an appropriate field (ABD considered). Preference will be given to candidates with industry and teaching experience in multi-platform journalism, digital storytelling and news writing, media law and ethics, and others based on candidate’s area of expertise. The ideal candidate should teach students how to use contemporary media production tools and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within a small liberal arts program. AU has a long history of social justice, preference will be given to those whose research emphasizes the dynamic relationships among race and ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and other identities.

The ideal candidate will advise and bridge course curricula to the student-run newspaper and encourage the development of content for the new Media Lab. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching and advising at the undergraduate level and establish a research program that can lead to publication. Typical teaching load is 12 credits per semester (3 courses at 4 er. each).

Application Process: Please submit 1) letter of application, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) statement of teaching philosophy, 4) statement of scholarly interests; 5) three letters of recommendation sent to [email protected], and 6) course evaluations. Applications will be reviewed beginning September 30, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.

Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Protected veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

Powered by JazzHR

oHx1bNqZrP
Alfred University

Endicott College is seeking an Assistant Professor, TV/Film Production.

Endicott’s School of Social Sciences, Communication, and Humanities is seeking an Assistant Professor of TV/Film Production to join our faculty experts in the field of digital media. The ideal candidate will oversee ECTV, the College’s student-run television station, in exchange for course release time.

Endicott’s comprehensive benefit package offers health, dental, and tuition benefits for you and your family along with a retirement plan with employer contributions. We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston and parking is free. We are also accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Come and explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community. Apply today!

Responsibilities include:

• Teach eight courses per academic year (four in both the fall and spring semesters). Serve as lead instructor for such production courses as TV Studio I, TV Studio II, Introduction to Digital Filmmaking, and additional, upper level production courses. Other courses might include Media Aesthetics, Introduction to Multimedia Narrative and The Contemporary TV Industry, depending on one’s expertise.
• Contribute to shaping the curriculum based on developments within the Film/TV industry.
• Actively pursue professional development and experiential opportunities to prepare students for careers in TV and film.
• Advise up to 25 students.
• Provide service to the Division, School, and the College.
• Actively participate in industry and professional organizations that help connect Endicott students to industry engagement.

Qualifications include:

• Ph.D. or MFA in appropriate field required. Master’s Degree with significant industry experience considered. ABDs will be considered if degree completion is imminent.
• Evidence of professional experience and/or ongoing scholarly activities (research, publications, presentations, etc.) that enhance teaching and deepen knowledge base in subject areas. Areas of expertise include scripted production, documentary production, directing, producing, and editing.
• College-level teaching experience.
• Experience in a liberal art setting and/or experiential learning.
• Well-defined and innovative professional and/or academic experiences that complement and expand the existing strengths of the Division of Communication.

Since 2010, the Chronicle of Higher Education has consistently named Endicott College as a “Great College to Work For.” Endicott College is a Baccalaureate, Master and Doctoral degree granting institution located on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Endicott celebrates diversity and strives to bring a mix of talented people—representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills—together to do their best work. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Powered by JazzHR

V0UckX6BJX
Endicott College

JC Property Professionals

Company Description

Valassis, a Vericast business, is a premier marketing solutions company that accelerates profitable revenue growth for the 70,000 businesses it serves directly by influencing consumer purchasing and transaction behavior at scale while engaging with over 120 million households daily. We are recognized as leading providers of incentives, advertising, marketing services, transaction solutions, customer data and cross-channel campaign management, and intelligent media delivery that create millions of customer touch points annually for their clients. For more information, visit https://www.vericast.com or follow Vericast on LinkedIn..

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Operates the delivery end of the press unit and assists in all press functions.

Key Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintains proper market identification, checking mastheads, skid tickets and layouts. Maintains proper counts throughout the press runs. Operates and maintains the robotic equipment and/or cutter tables and deliveries. Operates and maintains the stacker machines. Stacks printed products and maintains overall quality of skids. Identifies and reports any noticeable print defects to the Head Press Operator, Press Operator, or Supervisor. Monitors product waste and coordinates paper waste removal in the pressroom. Develops job skills and equipment knowledge necessary for level advancement. 70%
• Completes all work assignments during make-readies and other press downtime situations. Assists with the webbing up of the printing press. Keeps presses stocked with needed supplies. Assists with the removal of waste ink, used printing plates, press side garbage, skids, slip sheets and plastic packaging. 20%
• Assists with changing slip-sheets at the printing units. Assists with cleaning press water systems and changing filters. Performs the Press Operator responsibilities when needed. Completes preventive maintenance assignments and initiates work orders. Follows all established Pressroom SOPs. Works on other duties where and when directed. 10%

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively within and outside of the department.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Good mechanical ability.
• Must be able to work as part of a team with minimal supervision.
• Must not be afraid to get dirty due to heavy clean-up.
• Must work a 12-hour 4 on 3 off, 3 on 4 off week over week schedule combined with a 7 days on and 7 days off on a 10 week period.

EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE UTILIZED

• Knowledge of computer software.

COMMUNICATION AND CONTACTS

Informs Head Press Operator and press team of pertinent information and communicates to other departments as necessary.

DECISION MAKING

Assists Head Press Operator and press team in making press related decisions resulting in performance in the areas of production, waste and quality.

Other

Desire to learn & progress through training levels.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORKING CONDITIONS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms; climb (steps or ladders up to 25 ft.) or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to chemicals that require special handling and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Experience

• 0 – 2 years Relevant Experience (Required)

Additional Information

Hourly Pay Rate: $18.35 – $24.00

The ultimate compensation offered for the position will depend upon several factors such as skill level, cost of living, experience, and responsibilities.

Vericast offers a generous total rewards benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401K and generous PTO allowance. A wide variety of additional benefits like life insurance, employee assistance and pet insurance are also available, not to mention smart and friendly coworkers!

At Vericast, we don’t just accept differences – we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our community. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Vericast considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classifications protected by law. Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]. EEO is the law. To review your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity please visit: www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
Valassis Marketing Solutions

17
Liberty Mutual Insurance

Driven Brands

Paul Reed Smith Guitars

We are currently seeking a talented fulltime Media & Production Director for a well-established church, supporting the ministry leadership team and congregation with all media and production needs. Our ideal candidate will have a strong passion for production, media, sound, and execution, while also having a successful track record of stellar leadership experience. Band or music management experience is a plus.

What are the responsibilities?

• Unify and coordinate all worship services for a cohesive look, sound and feel (media), executing a flawless experience and production for all worship services.
• Collaborate with worship leaders, communications & media ministry teams for overall service design & creative direction
• Oversee media department and work closely with church leadership to bring continuity, high production value, and excellence to all aspects of all worship services
• Manage service content as well as administering each weekly service to make sure all content aligns to the vision and message of the worship leadership team
• Collaborate with worship and media ministry teams as well as all volunteers to ensure all elements of the service creatively convey the weekly message to the congregation
• Manage and support team cohesion and schedules, including hours, budgets, time off, holidays, etc.
• Oversee/maintain all church AV equipment, including organizing and staffing special events
• Manage and provide creative direction for the set up of sanctuary space and stage, including identifying and creating projection displays to accompany presentation of light shows
• Manage and maintain media ministry team financials, reporting as needed
• Provide tech support for events held on campus and off site
• Manage the operation & execution of all media systems for special events
• Onboard and manage all volunteers for media ministry positions

What will you bring to the team?

• Strong knowledge and passion for audio/visual systems
• Exemplify church’s values and uphold among the staff
• Bring clear vision with the ability to develop, coordinate, & implement a worship service within the vision of the church
• Previously worked at recording studio or audio-visual department
• Ability to manage and lead small or large teams on a daily basis
• Self-starter mentality, adaptable to change, and possessing strong leadership and management skills with a knack for the details
• Disciple worship and media ministry team members and staff
• Ability to handle multiple projects/tight deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment while serving others
• Must be coachable and able to work with all levels of worship leadership & staff effectively while receiving constructive feedback
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

This is a full-time opportunity working onsite in the Broken, OK area. Bachelor’s degree preferred. 3+ yrs. experience and becoming a member of the church is required if hired.

To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio link/case studies for immediate consideration.

Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to each application personally. If we are interested in your qualifications, we will contact you via telephone or email as soon as possible. By applying for this position, you agree to be contacted by email or text message. Message and data rates may apply.

i creatives is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants and talent will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We believe in providing a culture that embraces and champions diversity, equity and inclusion, because it truly fosters creativity.

icreatives

Job Overview:

Good understanding of database systems, content modeling/architecture, metadata schemas, taxonomic structures, SEO best practices and accessibility standards.

XML publishing workflows and variable data printing

Looking for someone to help manage DAM (migrating from Magnolia to Adobe)

Content management and digital asset management

Help me increase the value of the new DAM and its efficiency

Good understanding of system and workflows integrating with teams we support (creative design team will utilize DAM, we need someone to have understanding of creative tools (adobe InDesign, Photoshop) b/c we are integrating with the DAM which is an Adobe system. Know creative environment workflows to get assets approved. Bring that experience to the new system and help maintain workflows we are putting in place. Act as a liaison between users in our environment. Supporting them, training them, troubleshooting. Light administrative on DAM (user group setup and configuration). Principles of system and how it works in a creative marketing environment. Continually improve system. What’s needed from the team to develop workflows. Reviewing and testing of configurations. Secondary needs with taxonomy and metadata. Creating workflows with x-functional partners (mainly designers and studio team).

Talk to team, understand what needs are, also understand the system we have and its capabilities, then draw out (understand a role of who does what and when)

User generated content how does it go from ingestion to being reviewed to being worked on to being published to being shared to being retired. Whole end to end flow. If you can chart that out in a workflow diagram. Understand the detailed steps, understand system and integrating into system.

Creative studio environment. Understand the DAM flows of what works and what doesn’t. Collect feedback and help us implement or develop the workflows that should exist. Ongoing review of procedures for improvement

Required Functional Skills/Tools:

• Adobe Creative Suite Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, InDesign)—NOT DESIGNING BUT MANAGING OF ASSETS
• Communicate effectively (break process down into something meaningful that can be followed). Communicator that collaborates well
• Experience with CMS or DAM (prepare assets to get them published, managed, tracked)
• These people need to create it, these people need to review it…know what to do here because I’ve experienced it. Liaison.

*working with systems to integrate creative processes for smooth flowing process that work and integrate well with all the types of assets we ingest and deal with

Position Description:

The Creative Systems Specialist is responsible for the successful overall delivery and dependencies related to enabling Adobe Experience Manager Assets (DAM) usage by internal teams throughout the company as well as external vendors. This role will also serve as a connection point, encouraging cross-functional collaboration and promoting the benefits of omni-channel marketing and unified content strategy to support marketing automation, personalization at scale, and brand strategy through the adoption of our enterprise-wide content management systems. The Content Specialist must be able to nimbly and clearly communicate with a wide range of audiences made up of business users, developers, creatives, and both digital & print production teams across international offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in managing enterprise-wide content architecture and workflow automation initiatives, developing an in-depth understanding of the full digital assetscontent lifecycle and stakeholder requirements for success.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders, Creative teams and external vendors (Print + Digital) to maintain a unified digital assets/content workflow strategy with regard to new development and system integrations.
• Evaluates requests from and identifies needs of business stakeholders and translates these into executable acceptance criteria that meet enterprise brand & technology standards and performance goals.
• Builds awareness and understanding across functional teams through methods including leading check-in meetings, conducting training sessions, developing on-boarding procedures, defining and maintaining assetscontent delivery workflow processes, writing user and administrator guides, and coordinating technical documentation.
• Performs basic troubleshooting for business users and escalates to relevant tech partners as needed.
• Help define and manage user access and permissions.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in related field or equivalent work experience in marketing communications, publishing/print production or library science.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in digital media content, project management or similar field with increasing responsibility. Background producing content for both print and digital communications preferred.
• Prior experience with Adobe Experience Manager Assets and other digital asset management systems preferred.
• Strong familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro, InDesign) and image optimization techniques.
• Good understanding of database systems, content modeling/architecture, metadata schemas, taxonomic structures, SEO best practices and accessibility standards.
• Knowledge of XML publishing workflows and variable data printing.
• Strong communication and detail orientation with ability to see, maintain strategic perspective in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision while delivering accurate and on-time delivery of tasks and projects.

Robert Half