Log InSign Up
HomeAssociate Art Director

Associate Art Director

$$$

ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR (CONTRACT 1 YEAR)

S/ Website

Sharp Website

JOB DESCRIPTION

Contempo Media is a Toronto based publishing group that houses 3 publications: S/, SHARP & BFM). The art department is currently seeking an Associate Art Director who can support all 3 publications and work in close proximity to the art and editorial team. The associate will help brainstorm, design, produce and execute presentations for the sales team. We are looking for someone who is professional, positive, flexible and has an over-achieving attitude towards any given task.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates please forward your resume, portfolio, and a few words of intent. Only candidates who have included a portfolio will be considered.

Email:

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

Please indicate: Associate Art Director | Contempo Media

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support designing pages for S/, SHARP, BFM as well as decks for Contempomedia Sales
  • Brainstorm and photo research with the art and editorial team to conceptualize vibrant editorial photography
  • Photoshop knowledge: Clipping paths, making web base images for social media and web stories etc.
  • Support in proofing digital images, and ensuring that all layouts are clean, pre-flighted, and well prepared for pre-press
  • Shadow and support on figure and off figure photoshoots for S/, SHARP & BFM

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Minimum of 2 years at a design studio/publication/similar field
  • Strong interest in fashion, magazines and design
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills are a must
  • A self starter who constantly identifies opportunities for creative problem solving and who does not need much direction
  • Proven project management skills with ability to prioritize, organize their own time, and consistently meet internal and external deadlines
  • Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Indesign, Illsustrator), Powerpoint, Figma is a plus
  • A portfolio which illustrates excellence and great attention to detail in page design, typography, editorial packaging, and production skills
  • Illustration, video, motion graphics and retouching skills are a bonus

Contempo Media

Related jobs:

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign – Role of Joan

Job Description
This campaign is seeking an actor to portray Joan, a layered and compelling character with a quiet exterior and a hidden spark. Joan’s story explores themes of growth, nostalgia, and rediscovering joy, making this role ideal for performers who excel at emotional depth and subtle transformation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Joan authentically, balancing her reserved exterior with moments of warmth and joy

  • Collaborate with the production team to bring out the character’s complexity and evolution

  • Participate in fittings, shoot days, and any required travel

  • Deliver nuanced performances that highlight Joan’s duality – the calm professional and her vibrant, music-loving younger self

Requirements

  • Female, ages 30–50s, any ethnicity

  • Ability to show contrast between Joan’s serious professional persona and her hidden playful side

  • Strong emotional range to convey depth, nostalgia, and moments of joy

  • Comfortable performing grounded, spontaneous scenes

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) with exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign – Role of Alex

Job Description
The campaign is looking for a bright and magnetic performer to play Alex, the charming and approachable coworker who lights up the room. This role calls for someone with natural charisma and the ability to create a playful, memorable on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

  • Bring Alex’s warmth and approachable energy to life on camera

  • Capture subtle moments of connection with Bowen, including a playful closing gesture

  • Participate in fittings, scheduled shoot days, and travel as required

  • Work with the director to deliver a performance that feels authentic and engaging

Requirements

  • Female, 20s, any ethnicity

  • Likable and charismatic with a natural presence that draws people in

  • Able to convey a mix of charm, confidence, and playful cheekiness

  • Comfortable with grounded, spontaneous performances

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) with exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign – Role of Zara Lansing

Job Description
A major social media platform campaign is looking for a talented actor to bring the role of Zara Lansing to life. This character requires a warm, magnetic presence and the ability to create genuine on-screen chemistry.

Job Responsibilities

  • Bring Zara’s personality to life with authenticity and quiet confidence

  • Work with the director to create natural, grounded moments on set

  • Participate in fittings, travel, and shoot days as scheduled

  • Deliver performances that capture the charm and subtle magnetism of the character

Requirements

  • Female, 20s, any ethnicity

  • Warm, charismatic smile with quiet confidence

  • Ability to create a believable connection with Jason, her on-screen counterpart

  • Strong emotional presence with natural charisma and openness

  • Comfortable delivering spontaneous, grounded performances

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) including exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided by production

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign – Role of Chloe

Job Description
A major social media platform campaign is looking for an actor to bring depth and emotion to the character of Chloe. This role calls for a performer who can capture both strength and vulnerability as she reconnects with her past during the holidays.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Chloe with authenticity, balancing her professional toughness with her softer, nostalgic side

  • Deliver emotional performances that capture the character’s journey of reconnection and healing

  • Participate in fittings, shoot days, and travel as needed

  • Work collaboratively with the production team to achieve the heartfelt tone of the campaign

Requirements

  • Female, late 30s, any ethnicity

  • Strong presence with the ability to show both power and emotional depth

  • Ability to convey nostalgia and warmth while reconnecting with an old friend

  • Authentic, grounded, and spontaneous performance style

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) with exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign – Role of Chloe

Job Description
A major social media platform campaign is looking for an actor to bring depth and emotion to the character of Chloe. This role calls for a performer who can capture both strength and vulnerability as she reconnects with her past during the holidays.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Chloe with authenticity, balancing her professional toughness with her softer, nostalgic side

  • Deliver emotional performances that capture the character’s journey of reconnection and healing

  • Participate in fittings, shoot days, and travel as needed

  • Work collaboratively with the production team to achieve the heartfelt tone of the campaign

Requirements

  • Female, late 30s, any ethnicity

  • Strong presence with the ability to show both power and emotional depth

  • Ability to convey nostalgia and warmth while reconnecting with an old friend

  • Authentic, grounded, and spontaneous performance style

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) with exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign – Role of Bowen

Job Description
A major campaign is seeking an actor to portray Bowen, a relatable and charming young professional navigating the hustle of early career life. This role is perfect for performers who can balance humor, vulnerability, and authenticity while telling a heartfelt story of connection.

Job Responsibilities

  • Bring Bowen’s personality to life, showing his charm, awkwardness, and quiet determination

  • Participate in fittings, shoot days, and travel as needed

  • Work with the director to authentically portray Bowen’s personal and professional journey

  • Capture the character’s romantic arc and emotional discovery with nuance and relatability

Requirements

  • Male, 20s, any ethnicity

  • Personable yet slightly awkward, with expressive and relatable facial reactions

  • Ability to portray a hardworking junior employee balancing ambition and loneliness

  • Comfortable expressing subtle romantic tension and moments of discovery

  • Authentic, grounded acting style with natural charisma

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) with exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign Casting – Role of Michelle

Job Description
Casting is underway for a commercial campaign for a major social media platform, seeking talent for a featured role. This is a non-union opportunity perfect for experienced actors and fresh faces looking to gain exposure in a high-profile campaign.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray the character of Michelle authentically in both motion and stills

  • Participate in shoot days, fittings, and potential travel as scheduled

  • Work closely with the production team to deliver a grounded, natural performance

  • Engage with direction to ensure performance matches campaign tone and vision

Requirements

  • Female, ages 28–35, any ethnicity

  • Independent, slightly reserved but with a playful, authentic presence

  • Ability to portray Michelle’s story arc: a woman returning home for Thanksgiving, rediscovering old friends and her roots

  • Strong emotional range to convey grounded, spontaneous performances

  • Must have valid passport (shoot includes travel)

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) including exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations provided by production

$$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Commercial Campaign Casting – Role of Jason

Job Description
Casting is open for a commercial campaign for a major social media platform, seeking a charismatic and relatable actor to play Jason. This is a non-union role, perfect for actors who can deliver natural, authentic performances that connect with audiences.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Jason authentically in both motion and stills

  • Participate in shoot days, fittings, and travel as needed

  • Bring depth and subtle humor to the character through performance

  • Collaborate with the director and production team to capture the emotional arc of the campaign

Requirements

  • Male, 20s, any ethnicity

  • Slightly awkward and sheepish but endearing personality

  • Able to convey the experience of returning home and feeling out of place while reconnecting with friends and a long-lost crush

  • Authentic, grounded, and spontaneous acting style

  • Strong emotional range and natural charisma

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

  • Fitting Fee: $250 + 20% for a few hours

  • Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

  • Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed) with exclusivity for social media platforms, software, and gaming

  • Travel and accommodations covered by production

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Female Photo Doubles Needed

Job Description
Casting female photo doubles for an upcoming shoot. Talent must closely match pant and boot sizes to ensure continuity on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for principal talent

  • Match wardrobe specifications for seamless scene continuity

  • Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

  • Double 1:

    • Height: 5’5”

    • Fair-skinned

    • Pant size: 27–28

    • Shoe size: 7.5

  • Double 2:

    • Height: 5’2”

    • Olive/tanned skin tone

    • Pant size: 27–28

    • Shoe size: 8.5

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Kids Casting for Sterling Point

Job Description
Casting kids for background roles in the project Sterling Point, filming near Sparrow Lake (Orillia area). This is a great opportunity for young talent to gain on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate as background talent in scheduled scenes

  • Follow direction from the production team

  • Be available for the required call time

Requirements

  • Kids ages 12–15

  • Non-union or AABP

  • Must not have worked on this project earlier this week

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Caucasian Female Medical Professional for Surgical Scene

Job Description
Casting a Caucasian female doctor, surgical nurse, or medical professional for a realistic surgical scene involving a prosthetic body. This is a great opportunity to showcase medical realism on screen and work on an engaging production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform simulated surgical actions including:

    • Making a scalpel incision on a prosthetic body

    • Placing retractors

    • Clamping a prosthetic aorta during a mid-surgery scene

  • Follow direction from the production team to ensure accuracy and continuity

  • Use proper technique to make scenes look authentic on camera

Requirements

  • Female, Caucasian

  • Height between 5’4” and 5’7”

  • Medical or surgical experience preferred for realistic hand movements

  • Must provide a clear photo of hands along with full measurements and wardrobe sizes

Compensation

  • $45.75 per hour

  • Shuttle transportation available to set

$$
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Male ACTRA Talent for Project Vladimir

Job Description
Casting professional-looking male ACTRA performers for a production filming in the Dundas/Hamilton area. This is a great opportunity for union members to work on set. Shuttle service is available from Kipling for those who require transportation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray background or featured roles as directed

  • Maintain a professional demeanor on set and follow production instructions

  • Be available for the full duration of filming days

Requirements

  • Male talent: Asian, South Asian, Black, or White

  • Must be ACTRA (full, apprentice, or AABP)

  • Provide name, contact info, age, height, union status, and transportation preference (shuttle or self-drive)

Compensation

  • Paid ACTRA rates (details provided upon booking)

  • Shuttle transportation provided if needed

Share this job:

Job overview

Location:
Production type:
Job type:
Ethnicity:
Body type:
Expiration date:
03-12-2023

Job skills

Are you ready to get discovered?

Gain access to thousands of jobs and appear higher in the search results now!

Stay Safe in the Industry

Simple steps to protect your career and avoid scams.