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Background Talent for 1970s-Themed Project

Job Description
A production filming in Nashville is looking for local background talent for a 1970s-period project. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in on-set experience while portraying various roles such as college students and everyday individuals. Talent must be fully available on the shoot date, as call times will be provided the afternoon before.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in a 1970s-set environment

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain availability for the full shoot day

Requirements

• All genders, ages 18–60

• Local to Nashville, TN

• Comfortable portraying 1970s-era looks and roles

• Must be fully available on the specified shoot date

Compensation

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50/hour with an 8-hour guarantee)

East Asian Karaoke Enthusiasts for Commercial

Job Description
A production team is seeking East Asian adults who love karaoke for an upcoming commercial in London. This paid opportunity is ideal for individuals who enjoy performing, have great on-camera energy, and can authentically showcase their personality in a fun environment. Talent of all genders, abilities, and backgrounds are welcome to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a filmed karaoke session for a commercial

• Bring strong personality, enthusiasm, and authentic energy on camera

• Follow simple direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• East Asian talent, 18+

• Must be based in London

• Comfortable singing and performing karaoke on camera

• All genders, abilities, and backgrounds encouraged to apply

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity

Job Description
A true crime documentary is casting a female actor to portray a key victim role in a dramatic reconstruction. This non-scripted project requires someone who can convey emotional nuance and authenticity while helping bring an important real-life story to screen. Ideal for performers comfortable with serious subject matter and on-camera reenactments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in a true crime reconstruction scene

• Follow direction to recreate movements, actions, and emotional beats

• Convey authenticity and grounded expression without scripted dialogue

• Work professionally with a small documentary production team

Requirements

• Female performer

• Age: 20s

• Comfortable with true crime content and non-scripted reenactment work

• Able to take direction well and deliver believable physical storytelling

Compensation

• Paid role

• Rate provided during selection

Assistant Brand Manager

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon. As an Assistant Brand Manager supporting Vision Care Lens Brand Marketing Team. You will be trusted to support the development and execution of brand strategies to drive sales, profit, and market share growth. This position is instrumental in managing marketing materials, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and executing promotional campaigns that align with brand objectives in our Fort Worth, TX location.

In this role, a typical day will include:

Core Competencies

• Project Management: Demonstrates urgency and ownership in managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Collaboration: Works effectively across matrixed teams and external partners.
• Critical Thinking: Applies insights and data to solve problems and optimize brand performance.
• Influence & Communication: Communicates clearly and persuasively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Change Management: Embraces innovation and adapts to evolving market dynamics.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Strategy & Execution

• Assist in the development and implementation of brand strategies and annual marketing plans.
• Support omni-channel advertising initiatives, including drafting creative briefs, managing agency communications, and overseeing project timelines.
• Lead smaller-scale brand projects from concept to execution under the guidance of the Brand Manager.

Material & Artwork Management

• Oversee the strategic development and execution of marketing assets in collaboration with agency partners, ensuring all deliverables address defined business needs while upholding brand integrity and consistency.
• Manage the material review and approval process using Veeva PromoMats, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and medical standards.
• Ensure all marketing collateral is aligned with brand guidelines and approved prior to deployment.

Trade Media and Digital Marketing Management

• Lead the strategy and execution for trade media planning across all Alcon WaterInnovations™ brands.
• Ensure all creative deadlines are met and report our quarterly results from various media outlets.
• Oversee the content calendars, partner with channel marketing teams to ensure support and reduce duplicative efforts.
• Lead execution of digital marketing strategies aligned with business goals, target audience(s),brand positioning, while staying within the budget.
• Define and track KPIs, provide consistent recommendations for optimization of funds based on performance.

Congress Strategy for Lens Brands

• Lead the strategy and execution for congresses for the Lens Brand Team.  Sit on core team with cross functional partners to align on booth design, Share of Voice opportunities (print and digital) and additional ancillary events at the congress.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with sales, customer marketing, insights, and external agencies to ensure consistent and effective brand messaging.
• Coordinate promotional plans and marketing events with internal and external stakeholders.

Market Research & Insights

• Leverage consumer and market insights to validate brand value propositions and inform strategic decisions.

Performance Monitoring

• Track and analyze key brand performance metrics, including sales performance, market share, and campaign effectiveness.
• Prepare performance reports and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Monitor and manage brand budgets, forecasts, and expenses to ensure cost-effective marketing execution.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +10 yrs.; Assoc.+6 yrs.; M.S.+0 yrs.)
• The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
• 2 Years of Relevant Experience

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Experience in brand marketing, preferably in consumer goods or healthcare.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Veeva PromoMats is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

• See your career like never before with focused growth and development opportunities
• Join Alcon’s mission to provide outstanding, innovative products and solutions to improve sight, improve lives, and grow your career!
• Alcon provides robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, flexible time off for exempt associates, PTO for hourly associates, and much more!

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Alcon takes pride in maintaining an inclusive environment that values different perspectives and our policies are non-discriminatory in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Alcon is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Playground Games is looking for a Social Media Manager to join our team on a contract basis.

About Us:

As a first-party Xbox Game Studio, we are passionate about making genre-defining games that are accessible, beautiful, and, most of all, fun. We are excited to be rebooting the much-loved Fable franchise and are expanding our diverse team to create a new classic in the action RPG genre.

About the role:

Are you a social media guru with a love for video games? We’re on the lookout for a talented Social Media Manager to join the Fable team. As the Social Media Manager, you’ll be the voice of our brand across all social platforms, playing a crucial role in shaping our online presence, engaging with our community, and driving excitement.

Reporting to the Community Director, the Social Media Manager is responsible for crafting and executing top-tier social media strategies that align with our overall marketing goals. In this position, you will create and curate content that not only promotes the game but also builds a strong, loyal community. You have a data-centric approach with a clear understanding of social channel platforms, analytics and what content engages our community.

This is a contract role based at our state-of-the-art facilities in Royal Leamington Spa. We have a hybrid work model in place with a minimum of 3 days a week in studio. Relocation assistance is available if required.

What you’ll do:

• Develop and implement social media strategies to increase brand awareness, engagement, and community growth across various platforms (e.g., X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok).
• Monitor social media channels, respond to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and professional manner, and foster positive interactions with our community.
• Work with volunteer and outsource moderators to ensure 24/7 moderation across all channels
• Collaborate with the Community Director, marketing, PR, and the game development team to coordinate campaigns, promotions, and announcements effectively.
• Utilise social listening tools to understand broader social media discussion and sentiment themes, and use this information to help inform future content strategy
• Analyze social media metrics and insights to track performance and optimise post performance
• Build a deep working knowledge of our game and the features, systems, and content it includes.
• Manage the social asset request workflow, working closely with production to ensure all video and static assets are delivered on time
• Work with select content creators around key communication milestones, ensuring the timely delivery of relevant information and assets
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, tools, and best practices in social media marketing and gaming culture, and incorporate innovative ideas into our strategy.

What you’ll bring:

• 3+ years’ experience managing social media accounts for a gaming company or related industry.
• Deep understanding of social media platforms, algorithms, and trends, with a passion for gaming and gaming culture.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft engaging content and interact with diverse audiences.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, draw insights, and make data-driven decisions to optimize performance.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

We believe a healthy work-life balance, continuous learning, and a supportive community are key to creating world-class games.

Playground Games is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion fuels creativity. We are dedicated to creating a safe, comfortable and welcoming working environment.

We strive to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members. It drives our innovation and connects us closer to our players. We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion across age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.

At Playground Games we recognise the importance of self-development, career progression, well-being and retention of our colleagues. We celebrate difference and welcome everyone to join us and to be themselves at work.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to apply for this position, please contact us on [email protected]

This is a per diem position

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

CBS News Chicago is in search of its next innovative visual storyteller.  Ideal candidate will have an expert understanding of NPPA & cinematic style principles, a keen eye and ear for detail, with a demonstrated body of work experience.  To cover news events and stories as a per diem Photographer Technician for CBS Chicago newscasts CBS News Streaming, and local programming.  Will support multi-platform social media strategies and cbschicago.com.  Field duties include but not limited to professional operation of broadcast cameras, drones, digital microwave and satellite ENG vehicles, non-linear editing systems, and IP based broadcast applications.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Candidates should demonstrate knowledge and experience with all aspects of ENG news coverage, including Sony HD cameras, Edius non-linear editing, ENG lighting, microwave and satellite transmissions, drones & GoPro style cameras.
• Edit news stories under urgent deadline, while maintaining editorial integrity.
• Safely operating company vehicles, including microwave equipped vans and trucks, on potentially long drives in all weather conditions.
• Bring creativity and imagination to the job of broadcast storytelling.
• Ensure that all daily show production deadlines are met.
• Take extreme care to ensure that news equipment is protected from theft and damage.
• Consistently contribute to editorial process in team environment with story ideas and attention to production strategy.
• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• The unpredictable nature of news assignments often requires extending scheduled shifts on short notice.
• Physical ability to carry and manipulate at least 75lbs of gear, set up and breakdown broadcast production equipment, usually alone, and on tight deadlines.
• Capable of safely driving company vehicles in all conditions and on potentially hours-long drives to and from assignments.
• Flexibility regarding assigned work schedule, including the potential of regular shifts that involve weekends and/or late nights and/or overnights.

•  Reliably communicate details associated with editorial content of stories and logistical information associated with production deadlines.  The ability to gather important information at various news locations.
• Must join the IBEW 1220 union if not a current member.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION:

• Five years’ experience as a photographer and editor, preferably in a top 25 market.
• Bachelor’s degree in journalism or a similar field preferred or related experience.
• Familiarity with the Chicago area, desirable.
• Strong non-linear editing background, including Edius.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license.
• Jib & Technical Operations Center experience is a plus.
• Drone ENG experience with FAA Part 107 certification is a plus.
• Strong computer and troubleshooting skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Hourly Pay Range: $64.77 – $68.47 per hour

The hiring range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington State, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.

CBS News and Stations, brings together the power of CBS News, 28 owned television stations in 17 major U.S. markets, the CBS News Streaming Network, CBS News Streaming local platforms, local websites and cbsnews.com, under one umbrella. CBS News and Stations is home to the nation’s #1 news program 60 MINUTES, the CBS News Streaming Network, the first 24/7 digital streaming news network, the award-winning broadcasts CBS MORNINGS, CBS SATURDAY MORNING, the CBS EVENING NEWS WITH NORAH O’DONNELL, CBS SUNDAY MORNING, CBS WEEKEND EVENING NEWS, 48 HOURS and FACE THE NATION WITH MARGARET BRENNAN. CBS News and Stations provides news and information for the CBS Television Network,  CBSNews.com, CBS News Radio and podcasts, Paramount +, all digital platforms, and the CBS News Streaming Network, the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service that is available free to everyone with access to the internet. The CBS News Streaming Network is the destination for breaking news, live events, original reporting and storytelling, and programs from CBS News and Stations’ top anchors and correspondents working locally, nationally and around the globe. CBS News’ streaming services, across national and local, amassed more than 1.01 billion streams in 2021. Launched in November 2014 as CBSN, the CBS News Streaming Network is available on 30 digital platforms and apps, as well as CBSNews.com and Paramount+. The service is available live in 91 countries. CBS News and Stations is dedicated to providing the highest quality journalism under standards it pioneered and continues to set in today’s digital age. CBS News earns more prestigious journalism awards than any other broadcast news division.

Organizations that wish to receive job vacancy notices from this posting’s television station should contact [email protected].

Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet.

At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to [email protected]. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

European Male Model

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a striking, camera-ready male model with a naturally charming presence. Talent should bring a polished, effortlessly stylish European look and feel, creating strong on-screen appeal for a non-speaking background role.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a background model

• Bring confidence, charisma, and strong screen presence

• Deliver a clean, stylish aesthetic that aligns with the project’s vision

• Follow on-set direction from production and wardrobe teams

Requirements

• Male, ages 30s–40s

• Caucasian, European-style look

• Height 6’0”–6’4”

• Strong features, polished appearance, and natural charm

• Comfortable on camera in a non-speaking role

Compensation

• $175/12

Casting Male Servers for TV Production

Job Description
A television production is seeking real male servers with authentic food service experience to appear in a non-speaking background role. Talent will portray restaurant staff in a scene requiring natural movement, professionalism, and familiarity with serving duties. This role is ideal for men who have previously worked as servers and feel comfortable handling plates, drinks, and trays on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a server in a non-speaking background scene

• Perform basic serving actions such as holding plates or carrying trays

• Follow direction for placement, movement, and continuity

• Attend a wardrobe fitting if selected

• Maintain professionalism and readiness on set

Requirements

• Male, ages 40–70

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must live in or near Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states

• Real serving experience required (current or past)

• Available for filming on the specified date

• Must be comfortable being photographed for director review

• Must provide current hair length and facial hair accuracy

Compensation

• Paid background role (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Talent for 911 Caller/Officer Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is seeking talent to portray a 911 caller and officer in emotionally charged reenactment scenes. This role requires strong on-camera reactions, clear delivery, and the ability to perform convincingly in high-intensity moments. Talent should bring authenticity, focus, and professionalism to the set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 911 caller and officer in dramatic reenactment scenes

• Deliver believable emotional and verbal reactions during crisis moments

• Follow direction for blocking, continuity, and scene pacing

• Work cooperatively with cast and production crew

Requirements

• Male, open ethnicity

• Athletic build

• Strong emotional range and clear on-camera presence

• Comfortable portraying both a distressed caller and a law enforcement figure

• Available for a full shoot day in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $125 per day

• Flat rate; no travel, hotel, or stipend included