San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

We’re looking for a seasoned hands-on Art Director that can help contribute to original IP at a growing new studio within the NetEase Games family.

Qualified candidates will come from a concept art background and have a deep history doing previz work for games in addition to managing and leading artists.

If you are looking for a new opportunity that leverages all your experiences as an AD in games, we encourage you to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work with the core game design team to iterate on concepts and help develop the visual language of a new game
• Serve as a core member of the creative leadership of the studio
• Be able to generate concept illustration for the purposes of developing and iterating on initial game concepts, in addition to helping create and define worlds/environments across a variety of genres
• Provide feedback to each artist on the team through the use of concept art, reference art, 3D mockups, and paint-overs to ensure a consistent visual style across the game at the highest level of quality
• Mentor, manage and help a high team of high performing artists do the best work of their careers
• Establish processes for the game art production and participate in the broader game art industry as a functional leader at the company

Requirements:

• Proficiency in working across a variety of stylized art styles
• Previous experience as an Art Director with several noteable shipped titles
• A strong portfolio of 2D concept work showcasing environment, character, and event concepts
• Prior career experience as a profession concept artist in games
• Experience managing and developing artists in a game production environment
• An online portfolio of recent work to share

NetEase Games

Our urban oasis, situated at the corner of Hollywood and Highland, is your perfect base for moving and shaking, tinseltown-style. Loews Hollywood Hotel offers you movie-star magic and modern upscale amenities. Welcome to Style and Stature in the Hollywood Hills.

Job Specific

• Organizes and manages daily operation of Group, Wholesale and VIP Reservations
• Establishes daily goals to maintain service levels
• Contributes to controlling departmental expenses (labor, supplies, etc.)
• Monitors agents phone activity/productivity and addresses necessary issues
• Maintains current knowledge of all functions within systems as they relate to reservations (HIS, Winai, NetRez, Delphi)
• Builds internal group blocks as requested by appropriate hotel managers
• Manages the maintenance of group cut off dates in Delphi/HIS
• Meets with Group Agents weekly to discuss future groups, challenges, progress
• Attends weekly pick up meetings, hotel operations meetings and other meetings as scheduled.
• Attends Pre-Convention meetings as needed
• Works closely with Front Office Managers/Conference Managers/Sales Managers to ensure a smooth and memorable experience for our guests
• Maintains accurate and organized filing systems for groups, VIP’s, etc.
• Maintains accurate reference information for the Conference Team and consistently communicates all new information
• Maintains a neat and organized reservations office
• Promotes the development of positive and strong relationships with groups and any additional means of business contacts encountered
• Ensures VIP’s are blocked to correct room type.
• Ensures VIP’s are entered into the all share file with accurate information.
• Monitors room/suite status
• Prepares VIP packets with room key and registration card
• Flags all VIP accounts
• Provides meet and greet, as service requires
• Ensures VIP rooms / Suites ready by noon each day
• Prepares reports for group contact and relays pertinent information to all departments
• Sets up and coordinates satellite check-in
• Implements and maintains tracking log for all Loews First Guests
• Increases employee awareness in regard to all Loews First guests and packages
• Creates and maintains a random guest feedback program
• Forwards all Loews First feedback to appropriate parties
• Assists as an Assistant Front Office Manager as required
• Other duties as assigned
• Ensures that all guest information and reservation requests are fulfilled in a professional, prompt, courteous, and efficient manner
• Promotes hotel food and beverage outlets and recreational and seasonal activities
• Places dining, leisure, and recreational activity reservations for guests
• Assists Sales/Conference Management with preliminary arrangements for groups, including transportation, Mariner’s Club reservations, and golf tournaments
• Monitors and ensures documentation of services provided in Concierge Logbook
• Inspects and maintains overall cleanliness and appearance of the Concierge desk, and lobby area, including temperature, lighting, and music
• Trains and monitors the performance of Concierge staff
• Works with Universal Orlando and other in-house vendors to satisfy guest entertainment needs
• Trains, praises, coaches, and counsels, and disciplines according to Loews Hotels standards
• Produces weekly schedule for department

General

• Promotes and applies teamwork skills at all times
• Notifies appropriate individual promptly and fully of problems and/or unusual matters of significance
• Is polite, friendly, and helpful to guests, management and fellow employees
• Executes emergency procedures in accordance with hotel standards
• Complies with required safety regulations and procedures
• Attends appropriate hotel meetings and training sessions
• Maintains cleanliness and excellent condition of equipment and work area
• Complies with hotel standards, policies and rules
• Remains current with hotel information and changes
• Complies with hotel uniform and grooming standards

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of all hotel departments
• Excellent communication skills – oral and written
• Excellent guest service skills
• Knowledge of computer programs utilized in property management
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays

Education:

• Bachelor Degree in Hospitality Management or related field or exceptionally strong technical and service skills

Experience:

• Minimum two years experience in a supervisory position at a comparable quality property or facility;
• Minimum two years experience working with VIP services

Salary range for this position, based on experience, is $64,480.00 to $73,000.00.

Loews Hotels & Co

Group Creative Director

We Are Social is seeking a Group Creative Director to join our growing team! We create people-centric, brand experiences that drive results. We always think ‘bigger’. we aim for the buzz. We aim for the chatter. We filter every thought through a subculture lens. We make authentic connections. We spark real conversation. on, and offline. We do not create culture. people create culture. We just amplify it. We are designers, copywriters, PR practitioners, Influencers and so much more. Our campaigns are groundbreaking and culture shifting. We’re people focused and very passionate about the work we do. If this sounds interesting, we look forward to connecting soon.

Your Experience Looks Like:

• Has a strong background in all forms of creative marketing communications
• Is a strong leader and has experience running teams and leading client conversations
• Has experience across storytelling, content creation, and nontraditional marketing experiences
• Helps evaluate, refine, and approve creative briefs for teams
• Builds a cohesive team via coaching, supervising, and proactive feedback
• Genuinely creative, overflowing with ideas for all types of media from digital to experiential
• Strong ability to receive and assess constructive feedback and adjust designs appropriately
• Experience leading creative teams and managing creatives at all levels
• Deft communication with clients, and an ability to guide constructive meetings & reviews
• Calm under pressure, while maintaining a sense of humor & urgency
• Reinforces a culture of constructive feedback, clear communication, and creative direction that yields consistent, conversation-starting work
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and maintain timelines, budgets, and resourcing needs
• This person speaks, lives, and loves taking part in cultural conversations, industry conversations, and brand conversations. You know what’s happening: who, where, when, and why-shoes, clothes, music, design, entertainment, movies, fashion, food, events, viral dances, jokes. Your friends turn to you to explain what’s happening on TikTok, Instagram, and other social media.

Why work for us?

We Are Social is a global, award-winning creative agency with a network of 15 offices worldwide staffed by 1000+ social experts.

We think you’d like it here!

• Hybrid Work (combination in-office and remote)
• Flexible Vacation Days
• Health benefits
• 401(k)

At We Are Social, we love diversity of thought and experience. That’s why we like to welcome unique voices and talents. Learn more about our culture and our work on our website.

We Are Social

HBO CASTING CALL

LA LOCALS
LOOKING FOR INTERESTING FOLKS, PIERCINGS, FUNKY HAIR, STYLE, AND TATTOOS FOR 2/21 & 2/22

Serena G is taking submissions for a show that will include COVID TEST #12/23, COVID Test #2 2/24, and Possible WORK 2/27  Looking for BG to portray who owns a Camper or RV. 

SAG-AFTRA UNION RATE: COVID TEST $100/4 II WORK $187/8 (Plus Specialty Vehicle bump if booked with Camper/RV)  

To be considered, you MUST update your profile with A CURRENT SELFIE, and you MUST complete the Anti-Harassment Training to work & A PHOTO OF YOUR CAMPER/RV 

IMPORTANT: NEW BOOSTER REQUIREMENT FOR PEOPLE AGE 50 AND ABOVE, AND NEW VACCINE REQUIREMENT FOR MINORS AGE 6 MONTHS OR OLDER

This Production has a mandatory vaccination policy for all Zone A workers, including Background Actors, Stand-Ins, and other talent ages six months and above working on its set.  According to the CDC, people age 50 and above are eligible for a second booster, and minors aged six months and above are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine.  

To be eligible to work on this production, you must be (1) either (a) fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine AND received a “Booster” if you are eligible for a Booster according to CDC guidelines

(Also: if you received the AstraZeneca and Novavax vaccines, then three doses of any combination of Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, AstraZeneca, or Novavax vaccines would deem you Boosted) or (b) fully vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccine but not yet Booster-eligible; or (2) have a medical disability or sincerely-held religious belief that prevents vaccination.

If you become booked, any work offer is “conditioned” by providing adequate proof to Production that you and you’re minor meet the criteria mentioned above.  
 

NOW CASTING
Waldron Casting is seeking NON-UNION Men and Women to portray Hell’s Kitchen Types in 1977 at Church for LA JOLLA

We are committed to inclusive, diverse casting.

Qualified performers should submit without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by the law unless otherwise explicitly indicated.

TEST: Thursday 3.2 & WORK: Friday 3.3
A Fitting will be had before work and test days
Fitting to take place between 2/16 & 2/27

Interiors and exteriors in 1977

Los Angeles
Major Female R&B Artist
Music Video

Looking For:
Male Lead:

Any Ethnicity
Ages 21 to 30
Unique Features – Eccentric
Hypnotizing Eyes

Rate: $300 (10 Hours)

Features Extras:
Any Gender
Any Ethnicity
Ages 18 to 30
Unique Features – Eccentric
Rate: $175 (10 Hours)

Shoot Dates:
February 19th – Sunday

Casting

Latino men ages 22-30

“Rough and Rugid” look
In LA for music video

Pay rate: $400/8

Now auditioning nationwide for improv actors with law experience, comedians who are lawyers, paralegals, and legal coaches to star in a new docu-comedy on a major streaming platform.