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Pitch and write timely news content for publication on The Spruce Home
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At least 2 years experience writing or editing home or lifestyle media, preferably for a news publication or magazine
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Comfortable with internet research and creating/tracking Google alerts
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Skilled in sourcing subject matter experts and conducting interviews
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Journalism experience strongly preferred
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Strong writing and editing skills, with an ability to adopt an established brand voice and adhere to style guidelines
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Comfortable with content management systems, including WordPress
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Comfortable working remotely
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Access to a smartphone, computer (not a tablet),and a secure internet connection
Director for “Carrying Home” Short Film
Job Description
The short film “Carrying Home” is seeking a Director for an intimate, character-driven micro-budget production filming in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The story follows Achia, a nurse and single mother balancing two jobs, financial pressures, and family responsibilities between the U.S. and her home country. This passion project explores love, responsibility, sacrifice, and recognizing when enough is enough.
Job Responsibilities
- Direct the short film and guide its overall creative vision.
- Collaborate with the cast and crew to bring the character-driven story to life.
- Direct actors through intimate and emotionally grounded scenes.
- Work closely with the camera and sound departments throughout production.
- Maintain an efficient and collaborative environment during the one-day shoot.
Requirements
- Directing experience or relevant filmmaking experience preferred.
- Strong interest in intimate and character-driven storytelling.
- Comfortable collaborating with a small cast and crew.
- Must be available to work in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- Able to work effectively within a micro-budget independent film production.
Compensation
- Modest stipend.
- Meals provided.
- Credit provided.
- Footage for professional reels provided.
LUSA is a Los Angeles-based lighting brand making architectural lighting for the home. We're producing a short, cinematic brand film built around a simple idea: how a home feels when you walk into it at the end of a long day. The tone is quiet and elegant, closer to a fragrance ad than a commercial. Non-union, one location house in the LA area.
“Eden Goes Home” Musical – Lead and Supporting Roles
Job Description
“Eden Goes Home,” a new one-act musical dramedy participating in the New York Theater Festival, is seeking four non-union actors who are strong singers for a production in New York City. The musical follows a family drama centered on generational tension, mental health, socioeconomic status, and national identity. Available roles include George, Granny, Shannon, and Professor Frisk, with each character offering performers an opportunity to bring emotional depth, personality, and strong vocal ability to the stage.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform a principal or supporting character in the one-act musical.
- Learn and perform scripted dialogue, music, and stage direction.
- Bring emotional authenticity and strong vocal ability to the production.
- Collaborate with the director, cast, and creative team during rehearsals and performances.
- Participate in required rehearsals, technical rehearsals, and performances.
- Maintain professionalism throughout the production process.
Requirements
- Non-union actors who are strong singers.
- George: Male, ages 40–60s, Caucasian; an optimistic father struggling to provide stability for his family; baritone.
- Granny: Female, ages 60–80s, Caucasian; a woman severely affected by dementia who experiences moments of clarity; mezzo-soprano.
- Shannon: Female, ages 40–60s, Caucasian; Eden’s Irish mother, portrayed as warm, perceptive, and supportive; Irish dialect required.
- Professor Frisk: Any gender and ethnicity, ages 30–70s; a serious astronomy professor with a direct, no-nonsense personality.
- Strong acting, singing, and character-development abilities.
- Must be able to perform in New York City.
- Must be able to commit to the required rehearsal and performance schedule.
Compensation
- All acting positions are paid.
- Specific compensation rates will be discussed with selected performers.
Lifetime Film – Home Health Aide
Job Description
A Lifetime film is casting a female background actor to portray a home health aide in a small scene filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The production is seeking talent who can naturally portray a professional healthcare support worker on camera.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray a home health aide in a Lifetime film scene.
- Perform natural background action appropriate to the role.
- Follow instructions from the production team.
- Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 25–45.
- Caucasian.
- Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
- Able to portray a professional home health aide naturally on camera.
Compensation
- $140 for up to 12 hours.
A Sweet House Christmas – Diana Mercer
Job Description
A vertical micro-drama titled “A Sweet House Christmas” is casting a female actor for the role of Diana Mercer in Lexington, Kentucky. Diana is the main antagonist, a corporate strategist who is ruthless, cunning, and fiercely opportunistic. This paid non-union role is part of a romantic holiday story centered on a small-town bakery competing against a corporate coffee giant.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Diana Mercer, the main antagonist.
- Deliver a confident, calculating, and ambitious performance.
- Perform scripted dialogue and dramatic scenes.
- Follow direction and collaborate with the cast and production team.
- Maintain character continuity across multiple filming days.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 24–39, portraying late 20s to 30s.
- All ethnicities welcome.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Lexington, Kentucky.
Compensation
- $200 per day.
- Multiple filming days.
A Sweet House Christmas – Bonnie Mills
Job Description
“A Sweet House Christmas” is casting a female actor to play Bonnie Mills in a paid vertical micro-drama filming in Lexington, Kentucky. Bonnie is Claire’s fiercely proud mother who dislikes unnecessary fuss while privately hiding a heart condition to keep the bakery running.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Bonnie Mills in a supporting role.
- Bring warmth, strength, and emotional depth to the character.
- Perform scripted dialogue and dramatic family scenes.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Maintain consistent characterization throughout production.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 50–59, portraying someone in her 50s.
- All ethnicities welcome.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Lexington, Kentucky.
Compensation
- $200 per day.
- Multiple filming days.
A Sweet House Christmas – Becca
Job Description
A paid vertical micro-drama titled “A Sweet House Christmas” is casting a female actor to portray Becca in Lexington, Kentucky. Becca is a gloriously deadpan and loyal employee at Sweet Traditions who also serves as Claire’s trusted confidante.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Becca in a supporting role.
- Deliver natural deadpan humor and engaging dialogue.
- Create believable chemistry with the lead characters.
- Follow creative direction during production.
- Maintain a consistent performance across scenes.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 20–29, portraying someone in their 20s.
- All ethnicities welcome.
- Strong deadpan comedic delivery is preferred.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Lexington, Kentucky.
Compensation
- $200 per day.
- Multiple filming days.
A Sweet House Christmas – Drew
Job Description
“A Sweet House Christmas” is casting a male actor for the supporting role of Drew in a paid vertical micro-drama filming in Lexington, Kentucky. Drew is charming but manipulative, deeply flawed, and financially desperate, offering performers an opportunity to portray a layered dramatic character.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Drew in a supporting role.
- Deliver a charming yet manipulative character performance.
- Perform scripted dramatic scenes and dialogue.
- Collaborate professionally with fellow cast members.
- Follow direction and maintain character continuity.
Requirements
- Male talent.
- Ages 29–37, portraying someone in their early 30s.
- All ethnicities welcome.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Lexington, Kentucky.
Compensation
- $200 per day.
- Multiple filming days.
A Sweet House Christmas – Victor Mercer
Job Description
A holiday vertical micro-drama is casting a male actor to portray Victor Mercer in Lexington, Kentucky. Victor is the co-antagonist and founder of a foundry, portrayed as a demanding and ruthless corporate leader who approaches both business and marriage as zero-sum games.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray Victor Mercer in a co-antagonist role.
- Deliver an authoritative and demanding on-camera performance.
- Perform scripted dialogue and dramatic scenes.
- Work collaboratively with the director and cast.
- Maintain consistent characterization throughout filming.
Requirements
- Male talent.
- Ages 50–60, portraying someone in their 50s to 60s.
- All ethnicities welcome.
- Strong presence suited to an authoritative corporate character.
- Must be able to work as a local hire in Lexington, Kentucky.
Compensation
- $200 per day.
- Multiple filming days.
