Entertainment Careers Casting Calls and Auditions

Who We Are:

ATTN: is a media company that breaks down important societal topics and conversations into digestible, entertaining videos and series across all platforms. We are leaders when it comes to reaching people who want context on the issues and conversations that matter to them.

ATTN: is looking for a Casting Producer to find and book TikTok creators with mid to high level social followings to kick off our co-branded content initiatives on TikTok. The ideal candidate will be someone with a strong knowledge of TikTok and connections to various creators and their representatives, as well as experience contracting talent for branded content. An understanding and vision of how to align talent with brand-specific messaging is imperative.

What You’ll Do:

• Research TikTok creators that align with the brand’s messaging to build preliminary talent pitch lists
• Consistently communicate with the Casting Director and other colleagues regarding any pertinent updates
• Observe and build a strong awareness around viral trends and emerging talent on the platform
• Reaching out to talent and their representatives to send offers and to negotiate rates and deal points
• Communicate with our internal legal team to build talent agreements
• Continually evolve and elevate the content approach based on best-performing approaches and client feedback

• This is a 2 month contract role with the potential to extend

Who You Are:

• 3+ years experience across Talent & Casting, specifically with influencers and content creators. Digital and branded content experience is preferred
• Detail-oriented self-starter who brings hands-on experience in digital media content development and production
• Grasp of current viral trends and emerging talent
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to stay calm and collected while working on fast-paced timelines
• Ability to work cross-functionally with relevant teams and stakeholders
• Passionate, positive, and self-motivated

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ATTN: is committed to building and fostering a workplace of diversity and employee inclusion. ATTN: does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, alienage, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic trait or predisposition, carrier status, citizenship, veteran or military status and other personal characteristics protected by law. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics.

We work with social media influencers to monetize their followers by creating products to sell via eCommerce. We work at a fast pace and have lots of fun along the way. After many requests, we’re starting a new intern program for college students pursuing applicable degrees during the spring, summer, and fall semesters. This is an extraordinary opportunity to gain hands-on experience and to learn from an amazing team. We’re looking for ambitious, creative forward thinkers to learn from, engage with, and contribute to our team. If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you!

Please note: This is an unpaid opportunity and intended for academic credit, preferred junior or senior level standing. Please submit a resume and a cover letter sharing why you’re interested in working with Inked. The term will coincide with the summer semester, and those with outstanding performance may be invited to continue through the fall semester.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Style and photograph a variety of products. Create and edit video content to be utilized in online marketing efforts.
• Produce engaging and innovative imagery. Learn how to interpret consumer response and translate it into effective media that assists the growth of overall brand and sales of products.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Design teams; learn how many teams work together to run successful marketing campaigns and eCommerce platforms.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, communicating progress and meeting deadlines.
• Create media catered to the aesthetic of each individual brand.
• Support continuous improvement, challenging the status quo, and offering creative solutions.
• Contribute to and support a positive, creative, and collaborative culture and continuously improve efficiency, communication, and work products.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• Currently, a junior or senior pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Marketing, Art, or related field.
• Prior work and/or educational experience in photography required; videography experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in basic design programs including Adobe Creative Suite.
• Passion for your art, your role in our customer’s experience, and commitment to personal work ethic, highly creative and imaginative.
• Detail Orientation – Exhibits a high level of accuracy and precision while maintaining a sense of urgency.
• Organizational Skills – Demonstrates strong organization, prioritizing and managing conflicting demands to meet deadlines; consistent follow-up.
• Communication – Superb interpersonal and communication skills. Builds relationships and works collaboratively in a team environment.
• Change Agility – Able to navigate successfully and positively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where change occurs rapidly. Takes initiative and anticipates needs and responds accordingly.
• Judgment and Decision Making – Considers the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one; looks beyond things accepted as “given” to suggest creative approaches, pulling information from many sources.
• Cultural Fit – Embodies and inspires a positive attitude, in support of our unique culture founded on the principles of excellence, respect, accountability, integrity, enjoyment, and diversity.

Digital Video/Social Associate Producers will oversee the daily creation and curation of video content production elements for premium ESPN digital shows. They write scripts, produce video, and create graphics. This individual must be organized, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and able to recognize unique and compelling content that will thrive in mobile digital/social environments. An associate will need to be able to think creatively in order to produce for both vertical and horizontal content consumption. Must have or develop an awareness of the operations of multiple ESPN units in order to collaborate successfully with creative services, production operations, social production, and technology to ensure that we maintain and evolve the tools and processes required to deliver digital video content to fans in the highest-quality, most creative, and most efficient ways possible. The ideal candidate is able to track performance metrics and video analytics, thus enhancing our production strategy.
Responsibilities :

• Become a subject matter expert on the ESPN Digital Platforms and apply that expertise to expand reach, engagement, and distribution of content.
• Participate with teams internally and externally in the creation and distribution of content that best activates new audiences.
• Maintain proficiency and knowledge in latest trends and best practices for video distribution on ESPN digital platforms and social channels.
• Produce, create, and edit videos. This will include script writing, video editing, and graphic creation and working with subject matter experts for specific content types.
• Has a good appreciation of popular culture and assists with understanding the tastes of ESPN users.
• An understanding and of how sports fans are consuming content on mobile devices.
• Help create and maintain content plans for specific sports, topics and/or priorities.
• Track performance metrics and video analytics in order to enhance production strategy.

Basic Qualifications :

• Minimum three years of combined media experience with a focus on digital media production.
• Demonstrated experience with digital media revenue models and programmatic advertising.
• Masterful understanding of Search Engine Optimization methods and data analytics to inform content decisions.
• Experience in editing content, specific to the needs and specs for multiple social media platforms.
• Strong base of current sports knowledge, including teams, players and storylines
• Understand and follow closely the latest in social media trends.
• Excellent script writing skills; an understanding of optimal tactics for digital/social distribution.
• Strong understanding of core characteristics of “viral” content
• Ability to work quickly and juggle multiple varied tasks during a typical work day

Preferred Qualifications :

• Advanced non-linear editing skills (Quantel, Avid, Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop etc.).
• Experience producing for large-scale media channels
• Experience in editing content, specific to the needs and specs for multiple digital/social media platforms.
• Experience working in a mobile-first content environment
• Experience working with a variety of digital content management systems
• Strong presentation skills

Required Education :

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred Education :

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field