San Francisco Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

Do you dream of typefaces? When you see a logo can you call out the font and its weight? Does theatrical marketing excite you more than a box of hypo-allergenic puppies? Well Big Picture is looking for a design savant with a strong background in TITLE DESIGN for the role of Art Director. Our busy and growing design department works with major studios and networks on top tier IP. We are seeking a highly passionate and creative freelance art director to join our team. You will work under the supervision of the Executive Creative Director to provide incredible title design and style frames for a variety of projects. You are strong at conceptualizing and executing design – especially typography. You are willing to get projects started from a basic brief and have the Midas touch to oversee a talented team of designers and animators. You love collaborating with creatives and production teams to create awesome work and contribute to a fun work culture.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• TYPOGRAPHY: A strong title designer that can ideate and execute titles in any genre that speaks to the heart and soul of the film (or television show) they are representing.
• A strong communicator able to inspire other designers to do better and to generate incredible work they didn’t realize they were capable of doing.
• A portfolio showcasing an excellent aesthetic sensibility and understanding of title design.
• Oversee projects from concept to completion, with the ability to work hands-on and give direction to other artists.
• Lead brainstorming/creative sessions to generate and develop ideas and provide feedback to the team.
• Can oversee multiple teams of designers/animators and work with them closely to use their talents effectively.
• Collaborate with Producers, CD, and Editors to work on and manage the client’s expectations and keep the creative team on track.
• Poise to channel and focus creativity and execute projects under challenging time constraints and deadlines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience working at a busy studio producing titles for major studios on film and television projects is a plus.
• Must be able to multitask, manage multiple projects and deadlines, and communicate clearly.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail are required.
• Strong self-starter, capable of working independently, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience communicating & managing designer/animation teams.

SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Maxon Cinema 4D
• Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects

Schedule: Mon-Fri (8) hrs per day 10am to 7pm or TBD

Pay Range: (Freelance) $400-$700 per day (8 hours) negotiable based on experience.

Big Picture Entertainment, LLC

One Player Mission are proud to be working with a small development studio based in Los Angeles working on some of the most well-known AAA games franchise’s known worldwide.

In this role, you will be working with the Game Director and IP holders to set a vision and style for an exciting new multiplayer-focused project. Conceptualize and communicate your vision to the team to develop new content that players will love, and mentor and develop artists as the head of the discipline across the studio.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong understanding of art fundamentals, multiple art styles, anatomy, appeal
• Experience directing and supporting artists across multiple disciplines
• The ability to adapt to and innovate new styles and techniques
• Strong collaborative nature to partner with Creative Director and discipline leads.
• Deep understanding of art disciplines and their workflow
• Strong leadership skills in order to lead a large number of people toward a singular vision
• Experience with effective feedback for outsourcing and contractors
• Experience working on current-gen console or PC games (AAA title experience a plus)

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Develop and articulate each game’s unique aesthetic vision and standards through illustrations, documents, or any means necessary.
• Direct concept artists to produce inspirational key art and model sheets for environments, props, characters, creatures and UI.
• Supervise, review and steer the development of assets across multiple art teams to schedule, budget, and high visual standards in close coordination with producers and other Art leads.
• Iterate closely with Design and Engineering teams to ensure all visuals support gameplay needs.
• Interpret the needs of all development disciplines such as design and engineering into amazing final artwork
• Deliver effective feedback across all art disciplines – modelling, animation, etc
• Collaborate with the team to identify great ideas and steer them through the pipeline
• Build on a culture of inclusivity, empowerment and growth through mentoring and leadership.

BENEFITS:

• Dental, Vision and health plans.
• Life insurance.
• 28 days’ vacation time.
• Open to fully remote if in the Californian region.

One Player Mission

Our exciting ad agency client is looking to bring in a mid-level Art Director to their team on a freelance basis!

You will be responsible for designing layouts/finished work for print ads, TV, direct mail, collateral, online advertising, site development, social media content, and/or merchandising pieces, integrating online and offline work! If you have experience working with both print and digital assets in a deadline driven environment, we would love to hear from you!

Requirements:

– 3-5+ years of experience in art direction role within an ad agency

– Knowledge of branding design, layout, and typography

– Experience with web design

– Bachelor’s in Graphic Design or similar

If you feel you have what it takes for this position, we would love to hear from you! Please send your resume to careers@arrowmac.com

For more information about Arrowmac and all of our jobs, please visit www.arrowmac.com

Arrowmac

Associate Producer, Editorial team

San Francisco, CA

Full-Time, Exempt

Salary Range: $60,000-$65,000

World Affairs, the most significant international affairs organization on the West Coast, is best known for convening thought leaders, change makers and global citizens to share ideas, learn from each other and engage in conversations that matter through in-person programs, on-air and online multimedia offerings. 

We produce a weekly radio program and podcast, in partnership with KQED, which is distributed to public radio stations via PRX and NPR Content Depot. We have evolved the editorial focus and sound of the program dramatically over the past year and are looking for someone to help us make it even better. We are passionate about creating compelling audio content and making sense of the world one story at a time. The Associate Producer works closely with the Executive Producer, Senior Producer and Hosts to produce in-depth conversations for radio and podcast and assists in production of narrative-driven feature audio stories.

Reports to: Executive Producer

Responsibilities include:

• Book guests, research topics, pitch story ideas and prepare interview questions
• Prepare research files, write program descriptions and scripts
• Assist in production of narrative audio documentaries/podcast initiatives
• Maintain strong contacts with publishers, authors, experts and other potential guests
• Stay abreast of current events, new books & documentaries in the global arena
• Manage logistics of editorial production with senior producer
• Find creative and innovative ways to engage audiences 
• Manage expenses, release forms and payment authorizations in coordination with finance staff
• Periodically, support World Affairs programs such as its Awards Gala event or Education Program

Experience and Competencies Desired:

• Degree in international relations, journalism or other relevant field or comparable experience
• Commitment to journalistic principles, ethics and standards
• Commitment to the mission of World Affairs
• Knowledge of and deep interest in global affairs and national security
• Strong writing, producing, editing and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of audio editing and radio production techniques preferred
• Experience producing live programming preferred
• Passion for producing distinctive audio journalism, textured storytelling and deep conversations
• Ability to work both independently and productively with editorial collaborators
• Ability to perform with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail under deadline
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, G-Suite, Adobe Audition or a strong capacity to learn tech skills
• Self-starter with an interest in professional development and growth
• Foreign language skills a strong asset

Location: 

Our offices are in downtown San Francisco in a building owned and operated by World Affairs. Our office follows a hybrid working structure with flexibility, therefore some in-person and in-office work is expected. 

Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000 

Application Process:  

Please send your resume and a cover letter as an attachment to jobs@worldaffairs.org. Please include your name and “Associate Producer, Editorial Team” in the subject line. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.  

World Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. We encourage applications from individuals who contribute to the organization’s diversity. We define diversity as the inclusion of individuals of varying gender, religion, race, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic background. We are committed to bringing new voices to the international stage and giving voice to underrepresented communities. World Affairs will do its part to present diverse perspectives, and this starts in the workplace.

World Affairs

Job Title: Creative Producer

Reports to: Executive Producer

Company Overview:

Little Dot Studios is an award-winning digital content agency with offices in London, Munich, Berlin, and Los Angeles. We specialize in creating dynamic, engaging, and innovative content for television and digital platforms.

Little Dot Studios is looking for a dynamic Creative Producer to develop and produce content for an upcoming project. The successful candidate will be multi-skilled with a creative mind, a digital native with experience in various areas of Development, Production and Post-Production. They will work with internal teams and freelance crew on ensuring the smooth running of production from development through delivery.

The ideal candidate for this role will be a creative and dynamic producer with a passion for developing and executing innovative and engaging content across various platforms. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description:

• Collaborate with the executive producer and other members of the production team to develop and execute creative concepts and ideas for new projects
• Identify and develop new opportunities for content across various platforms.
• Manage the creative process, from concept to delivery, ensuring that all projects are on schedule and within budget
• Work closely with writers, directors, and other key members of the production team to bring the creative vision to life
• Act as a liaison between the production team and other departments, such as marketing and distribution, to ensure that all projects are aligned with the company’s overall strategy.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments, and bring new ideas and techniques to the team.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a creative producer role, preferably in television or digital production
• Strong creative skills, with a proven ability to develop and execute innovative and engaging content
• Strong experience in building outlines and scripts/talking points
• Excellent project management skills, with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a team
• A passion for staying up-to-date with industry trends and developments
• A degree in a relevant field, such as film, television, or digital media production.
• Experience in client management and communication
• Post Production experience including overseeing Edits, Motion GFX and animation
• Preferred experience in building pitch decks and pitching concepts to clients.
• Team player with a hard-working flexible attitude

Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization to work in the United States.

Little Dot Studios is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, pregnancy, age over 40, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, registered domestic partner status or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. Please inform LDS if you need assistance to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. LDS will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Not accepting submissions from search firms or recruiters.

Little Dot Studios Americas

This is a hybrid 80% remote 20% onsite position

About Our Client:

Our client is an IP entertainment studio that is reshaping the IP entertainment space by bringing worlds and worlds of wonder with meaning for today’s world to Web3 and beyond.

About the Position:

Our client is looking for an experienced Executive Producer to execute our complete design vision and strategy. This includes gathering a complete understanding of the company and their community in order to create a fluid and holistic brand presence across all channels. This role will specifically include focus on design and strategy.

Our client is an agile organization moving and responding quickly to the ever changing Web3 landscape. The Executive Producer must be someone who can take direction and is eager to learn. The right candidate will be super organized and ready to roll up their sleeves. Knowledge and confidence in a similar role in entertainment or media is a must.

This role is ideal for anyone who is ready to grow and looking for hands-on experience with industry leaders and designers who are reshaping the IP entertainment space.

Duties/Responsibilities:

● Listen to leadership direction and define key design goals and requirements.

● Audit the landscape competitively for inspiration as well as design ideas that can be

used in the current design process.

● Lead the user-experience and product-design efforts for the team, ensuring the

delivery of a high-quality product.

● Produce superior graphics and visual components.

● Create prototypes that demonstrate the intended end-user experience and key

interactions.

● Conduct user research to inform, iterate, and validate the product design, using

methods such as field observations, interviews, contextual inquiries, surveys, and

remote usability testing.

● Collaborate with other leaders to ensure successful development, release, and

launch of world-class product.

Required Education and Experience:

● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant field required.

● At least 5 years of design experience

● Demonstrate competency in website , blockchain, entertainment, and media

design.

● Detailed understanding leveraging socials and web development cohesively.

● Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

● Experienced in leading and/or facilitating meetings with executive stakeholders.

● Demonstrate excellent verbal communication skills with ability to navigate between

internal and external partners using industry specific terminology.

● Demonstrate excellent written communication skills ranging from internal

operation guides to formal project announcements and updates.

● Track record of ability to coordinate multiple teams to meet different deadlines.

● Enthusiasm and interests in NFTs

● Understanding of media production workflows, digital media workflows, or

consumer-facing product features.

● Extremely proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, or similar software

with the ability to learn new or updated software.

Preferred Qualifications

● 7+ years of design, media background, or production experience

● Exposure or experience with developing high level design vision

● NFT experience with blockchain technology

Metawork

Executive Producer

Leadership / Production

WE’RE THE STUDIO BEHIND ONE OF THE WORLDS BEST LOVED BATTLE ROYALES AND ARE LOOKING TO GROW THE TEAM FOR AN AMBITIOUS NEW GAME!

• Executive Producer
• Leadership / Production
• Hybrid San Diego, CA
• To find out more information, feel free to call James on; +1 737 290 1691

WHO ARE WE?

Having been on the games scene for the better part of two decades, we are truly the masters of Battle Royale. we take stories and bring them to life, and build long lasting communities that keep fans around the globe gripped and coming back for more!

We are now looking for an Executive Producer to join our ranks and take the reins of the creative direction of the studio. Working on a brand new game as we aim to take the world by storm.. Again.

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

You will be spearheading the vision for the game! Offering your brilliant mind, ideas and expertise gained from years of industry experience, to lead our team through planning to launch!

WE NEED YOU TO HAVE…

• 5+ Years’ experience in Gaming
• Have shipped games previously
• Experience leading teams

IT’S NICE TO HAVE…

• Experience on an Battle Royale
• Experience on an RPG

TO BE CONSIDERED…

Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to james.roberts@searchability.com. For further information please call me on +1 737 290 1691 I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to follow me on Twitter @SearchableJim or connect with me on LinkedIn, just search James Roberts in Google! I look forward to hearing from you.

Key Skills:

Unreal Engine / Games experience / Leadership / Production Pipelines / Artistic Vision

Searchability

Art Director

Our client is looking for an Art Director with a conceptual eye and a knack for bringing big ideas to life. The Art Director will be able to dig into a piece of content to create a visual expression that adds clarity to esoteric topics. The AD will work collaboratively with managing editors to arrive at solid concepts and then own those ideas through to completion. Some jobs will require you to collaborate with an external agency to partner with on your ideas and visions, while others will require hands-on art direction with a junior designer.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Creative Director and teams on conceptual development, design, and execution across key thought leadership executions
• Partner with a variety of stakeholders across the company to bring thought leadership content to life in new and engaging ways
• Create, concept, inspire others, and roll up your sleeves while bringing creative ideas to life
• Deliver and receive direct and clear feedback
• Ensure the consistency of the brand and highest quality of design across all projects
• Ability to think big while operating at the finest level of detail
• Must be a self-starter while being comfortable guiding external agencies and production partners

Qualifications:

• A rich portfolio including digital and interactive design
• Experience in art direction and design in a creative agency or in-house team
• Hands-on expertise in developing creative solutions for a variety of campaigns—B2B / tech experience is a plus
• Experience leading and managing projects with creative agencies and internal creative groups
• Strategic thinking with exceptional communication skills, ability to evangelize and build support for creative concepts and ideas across varying stakeholders
• Expert knowledge of creative process (discovery, positioning, brand direction, socialization, activation)
• Expert knowledge of digital creative software tools
• Excellent conceptual and problem-solving skills
• Your dream is to work in a collaborative and creative environment where great ideas are celebrated no matter where they come from
• BA or BFA in Art/Design or other related design discipline

Compensation: $50.00 – $75.00 per hour

Cypress HCM

EVENT MANAGER, SPECIAL EVENTS

• Hybrid
• $27/hr.
• 6 – month contract to start, possibility to extend OR convert

Job Summary
Responsible for event planning and organization/management, logistics oversight, promote value added opportunities, and communications.

Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:
* Build and maintain working relationships with internal and external partners and leverage these relationships to deliver client with an innovative and memorable event
* Responsible for all logistic coordination
* Responsible for liaising with clients concurrently to ensure expectations are realized
* Brainstorming and implementing event plans and concepts
* Serve as liaison between the client and all internal/external partners
* Provide accurate and timely information to clients, vendors, and meeting planners
* Liaising and negotiating with vendors
* Obtain permitting when applicable
* Prepare detailed event reports, along with cost & margin projections
* Plan and coordinate pre and/or postproduction meetings to ensure partners are aligned with scope of work / event
* Work collaboratively with the Special Events team to achieve the department’s, and the company’s financial goals
* Make sure all details of events are properly planned and executed
* Ensure working budgets are met when administering Change Orders, further assisting clients with cost details
* Oversee applicable Change Orders and ensure payment schedules are met
* Oversee the day-to-day operations of all assigned events
* Work closely with on lot departments (Security, Janitorial, Fire, Hospital, Grips, Set Lighting, etc.)
* Establish strong relationships with outside vendors to fulfill event needs
* Accurately track and record event spending while facilitating timely billing
* Work all hours assigned, including weekends and holidays if necessary

Desired Skills:
* Strong proficiency in all Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
* Strong Event Planning skills
* Good leadership skills
* Excellent customer service skills
* Strong organizational and time management skills. Multi-tasker.
* Proven success in developing client relationships and managing client expectations
* Team oriented: proven success working in a team environment, and willing to assist others as needed
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be able to manage several projects concurrently
* Keen understanding of budgeting and financial management

Vaco

TMZ is seeking an Associate Producer to join our Podcast department. The Associate Podcast Producer will be responsible for researching episode topics, participating in brainstorm sessions, providing episode notes, and editing. This position requires someone who is familiar with the podcast production process, in-tune with pop-culture, and extremely organized.

Responsibilities:

• Research episode topics
• Provide Podcast Producer and team with show notes
• Assist with editing podcast episodes
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Experience with Adobe Premiere and Adobe Audition
• Strong research and communication skills with the ability to multi-task
• Past podcasting experience

TMZ is a workplace that requires the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment. Requested accommodations/exceptions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in accordance with law.

TMZ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

“Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on education, skills, experience, and location is: $20.00- $22.00 per hour. This position is regularly scheduled for a 50-hour work week but scheduled overtime hours are not guaranteed”.

TMZ