Toronto Casting Calls & Acting Auditions

CASTING HOCKEY PLAYERS

RECEIVE $750-$2,000+ FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING, IF SELECTED.

CASTING MALE HOCKEY PLAYERS, 30-39 YRS OLD, IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA
FOR A FUN COMMERCIAL!

We’re seeking intermediate/advanced level hockey players in the GTA, ages 30-39, who are comfortable hitting/taking a hit into the boards.

Do you love hockey? Are you an advanced hockey athlete? Is hockey a big part of your adult life? If so, we want to hear from you!

• This is a NON-UNION project. No acting experience is required, however, you should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
• To apply, you MUST be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• To participate, you MUST be able to film in Toronto, ON
• If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on January 31st.
• If selected, you MUST be available for a wardrobe appointment on February 10th. You will only be required briefly (about 3 hours)
• If selected, you MUST be available for filming on February 16th. You will only be required for one day of filming.
• If booked, you will receive $100 for a Covid test fee (if required), $150 for a wardrobe appointment, and $1,000 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive and additional $1,000 for its use. If you are booked as a “demonstrator” (face not seen in final edit), you will receive $750 FLAT for your participation.

IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 30th.

Seeking Individuals, Couples or Families who are New Canadians for a Major Canadian Bank Photoshoot Campaign in Toronto!

We are looking for the following Newcomers who are first generation Canadians. Whether it’s 1 or 20 years, duration in Canada does not matter. Open to all genders, ages, ethnicities and abilities:

• Families. Open on ages.
• Individuals. Ages 20 to 65.
• Couples. Ages 20 to 65.
• Individuals with a visible disability. Ages 20 to 65.

IF YOU KNOW OF SOMEONE, PLEASE PASS THIS ON.

Compensation If selected:

•  For Individuals or Couples: each person will be paid $2,000 for a one day photoshoot. ($500 for session/day and $1,500 for buyout)
•  Families: $5,000 flat rate per family.

Must be available for one day out of the week of January 23 in Toronto.
We will select directly from your application. No recall required.

Établi à Montréal, Reflector, une compagnie du groupe Bandai Namco, est un studio de divertissement œuvrant avec les meilleurs talents et produisant du contenu engageant pour des publics du monde entier. À l’aide d’une approche trans-média focalisant d’abord sur la création d’univers narratifs, l’entreprise arrive à créer des propriétés originales engageantes qui interpellent les adeptes sur de multiples plateformes.

SOMMAIRE

Le/la directeur.trice de l’impartition relève du chef des finances et est une personne clé dans tous les mandats d’impartition du studio, principalement dans le contexte de la production de jeux vidéo. Il/elle travaillera en collaboration avec plusieurs équipes de Reflector afin d’optimiser les stratégies et les processus d’impartition principalement au niveau de la main d’œuvre.

Responsabilités

• Construire et mettre en œuvre une approche stratégique d’externalisation tout en travaillant en étroite collaboration avec les parties prenantes du développement de jeux ;
• Aligner les actions à court terme avec les futurs besoins et la vision du studio ;
• Définir la portée appropriée des composants d’externalisation sur tous les projets du studio, en considération des coûts, de la qualité, du temps et de la disponibilité des ressources internes en collaboration avec les gestionnaires de projets ;
• Revoir et améliorer les processus à partir de la définition du mandat jusqu’à l’acceptation des livrables en passant par les outils de gestion, les documents et les étapes d’approbation ;
• Valider la clarté et la précision des mandats en travaillant en étroite collaboration avec toutes les parties prenantes pour minimiser le gaspillage et maximiser l’efficacité ;
• Sélectionner les meilleurs partenaires d’impartition grâce à des processus de sélection diligents ;
• Orienter les communications et entretenir des relations saines avec les fournisseurs actuels et potentiels ;
• Collaborer avec le service des finances pour élaborer, suivre et respecter les budgets d’impartition tout en négociant les meilleurs taux et conditions possibles ;
• Collaborer avec le service juridique interne pour définir les clauses contractuelles et veiller à leur respect.

Qualifications

• 8 ans d’expérience dans des rôles de production ou d’approvisionnement dans l’industrie du jeu vidéo ;
• Expertise de collaboration directe avec les fournisseurs ou les sous-traitants ;
• Axé sur les solutions et capable de faciliter efficacement la communication entre les différentes parties prenantes, y compris la haute direction ;
• Sens aigu des affaires et compétences éprouvées en matière de réseautage et de négociation ;
• Compétences démontrées en analyse et en organisation ;
• Solide intérêt pour l’amélioration des processus et l’approche systémique.

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Headquartered in Montreal, Reflector, a company of the Bandai Namco group, is a new breed of studio working with top talents to create high-quality, compelling content for global audiences. By employing a true transmedia approach, where content is built outwards from fully fleshed “Storyworlds”, the company is able to tell richer, deeper stories that connect with fans everywhere.

Summary

The Outsourcing Director reports to the CFO and isa key person in all of the studio’s outsourcing mandates, mainly in the context of video game production. He/she will work in collaboration with many teamsat Reflector to optimize the outsourcing strategies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement a strategic approach toward outsourcing while working closely with the game development stakeholders;
• Align short term actionswith future global needs and studio vision;
• Define the proper scope of outsourcing components on all projects across the studio, in regard to cost, quality,time, and availability of internal resources in collaboration with projects owners;
• Review and improve processes from the mandate definition to the deliverable acceptance trough managementtools, documents and approval gates;
• Validate the clarity and precision of the mandates by working closely with all stakeholdersto minimize waste and maximize efficiency;
• Select the best outsourcing partners trough diligent selection processes;
• Lead communications and maintain healthy relationships with current and prospective suppliers;
• Collaborate with the finance department to elaborate, track and respect outsourcing budgets while negotiating the best rates and conditions possible;
• Collaborate with the internal legal department to define contract terms and ensure their respect.

Qualifications

• 8 years’ experience in production or procurement roles in the video game industry;
• Expertise in direct collaboration with suppliers and sub-contractors;
• Solution driven and able to facilitate communication efficiently across different stakeholders including top management;
• Strong business acumen and proven networking and negotiation skills;
• Demonstrated analytical and organisation skills;
• Profund interest for process improvement and systemic approach.

Reflector Entertainment

Company Description

This role is currently an open call. We are accepting submitted applications and will reach out when active recruitment for role is open. Please expect a delay in outreach as we are currently not actively recruiting for this position

Mikros Animation is a global CGI animation studio located in Paris, Montreal, Los Angeles, Bangalore and London, dedicated to feature films and episodic content. Since its inception, Mikros Animation has always put creativity and CG artistry at the heart of its animation and production activities, allowing our artists to work across a great variety of stories with a high level of stylized craft. So far, Mikros Animation has contributed to ten released feature animations and to numerous high-quality animated series, for the world’s best-known animation studios, either as creative studio, line producer or executive producer. Mikros Animation has also produced more than 250 hours of programming, broadcast by notable channels including Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, TF1, France TV, Gulli, M6, Gloob, and Super RTL. Our animated episodic content airs and streams globally, in over 180 countries.

At Mikros Animation, we believe great animation is about making real connections with real people. By partnering with filmmakers to unite their creative visions, with our industry-leading craftsmanship and artistry, we create characters that connect with audiences on an authentic and emotional level to bring powerful stories to life.

Job Description

Mikros Animation Montreal is looking for an experienced VFX Supervisor to join us on an exciting new animation project.

The VFX Supervisor is responsible for the direction and management of his team while working with of the Line Producer and CG Supervisor.

He is in charge of giving the necessary coaching and training to its team in order to reach its objectives and is responsible for the production and quality of the film and works closely with the clients.

As a Supervisor, he brings and implements his expertise both technically and artistically for the completion of the project.

The VFX Supervisor will work closely with the CG Supervisors and propose artistic and technical solutions to meet the project requirements.

He will be able to work with internal tools and adapt them to the specific needs of the project.

Our prospective VFX Supervisor will need to combine technical and artistic knowhow with perceptive leadership. You should have the enthusiasm and ambition to inspire our team to surpass the top quality work they are already producing.

Together with the Line Producer, they become the Client’s privileged interlocutors in order to support them throughout the project.

The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring Mikros continues to create top-class feature entertainment.

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Line Producer and the Head of CG, your main objectives will be:

• Develop, manage and maintain timing and production quotas in accordance with production management;
• Ensure that departments have all the necessary tools;
• Organize and conduct team and clients meetings;
• Inform Supervisors about changes and news related to the project;
• Train and supervise the team throughout production;
• Give feedback to each Supervisor about their performance;
• Actively participate in the selection of new Supervisors and Leads;
• Support and facilitate the integration of new employees;
• Attend and actively participate to supervisors meetings;
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by management;
• Be a team leader!!!!! Lead, train and support your team, be a source of inspiration, build and maintain team spirit;

Qualifications

• Familiar with the production pipeline and development of “in-house” tools;
• Have held at least one VFX Supervisor or position;
• Minimum five (5) to seven (7) years of work experience as a modeling artist in a film production environment, animated TV series or visual effects;
• Strong ability to lead a team;
• Ability to propose solutions to problems;
• Good knowledge of the animated features workflow;
• Proficiency in Maya;
• Python scripting and / of C++ would be a plus;
• Knowing an asset manager like Shotgun an asset;
• Ability to manage a work team;
• Be able to train and guide team members;
• English is an asset

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Mikros Animation

Position overview:

In the role of Director, Experience Strategy at Havas CX, you will have a unique opportunity to help our clients at various stages of digital transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will be able to drive strategy of digital projects with a shared lens between customer centricity and business objectives. You will help our clients develop big picture vison for their business across all aspects of digital touchpoints. You will work in a fast paced, technology and innovation driven environment, on a mix of clients and verticals.

Responsibilities:

Discovery and research

• Understand our client’s business context, goals and incorporate client’s unique requirements into strategy deliverables
• Gather information on our client’s business context, process and competitive to identify whitespace opportunities
• Plan and facilitate qualitative research with end users and summarize research in user profiles, personas, or other relevant documentation
• Understand and develop customer journey maps and service workflows across all channels to uncover better ways to acquire, retain and service customers
• Drive client collaboration by leading workshops (in person or virtually)

Experience strategy

• Lead ideation and development of user-centric solutions, meeting client-identified business objectives
• Leverage data in solutioning process – consume and synthesize data to derive solution insights (from client data and research data)
• Create digital/experience transformation strategies across variety of clients and verticals (with focus on digital commerce, telco, financial services, and loyalty)
• Develop strategic roadmaps to help visualize execution plans for experience and technology rollouts
• Create sketches, storyboards, wireframes and/or high-level sitemaps to communicate an aspirational vision to the client

Leadership

• Lead client engagements (or as part of team) across variety of clients and industry verticals
• Communicate complex digital solution concepts to non-technical audiences
• Lead collaboration with client teams and help develop client capabilities
• Maintain stewardship of vision throughout project delivery
• Be a thought leader on technology trends on projects as well as throughout organization internally as a digital SME
• Contribute to estimating and proposal process
• Establish relationships with senior client stakeholders

About you

You have real interest in all aspects of digital, from transformation through customer experience lens to MarTech and technology. You like to dig into a problem, are undaunted by ambiguity, and have a passion for innovative solutions. This calls for a good balance of analytical skill, strategic thinking, and creativity.

You like to take ownership of a project and leadership in a group. You need empathy too: knowing how to listen and speak, to users, clients and to your team. Data sense and analytical skills are critical: qualitative and quantitative, it’s all about rationale-based thinking.

Moreover, you want to be a mentor to other team members and lead a team of various cross-functional contributors. Beyond project execution, you have experience managing a team, supporting their work and managing their performance in a formal role.

You have excellent organizational abilities, superior communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written, strong problem-solving skills in a technical environment, attention to detail, and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time.

For you creating a deck is not boring, but rather an opportunity to tell a compelling story – whether for the audience you are presenting to or someone who might be reading it months later.

Your background should include:

Agency or consulting experience:

• 7+ years of experience in a strategy role in consulting (digital focus) or digital agencies
• Direct experience working with a multi-disciplinary team (including mix of agency, client and 3rd party vendors)
• User experience design background preferred

Strategy projects in following areas:

• Customer Experience Strategy
• Product Strategy
• Digital Transformation
• eCommerce
• Complex, multi-touchpoint digital solutions

Familiarity and experience with following activities and deliverables:

• Workshop planning & facilitation
• Requirements gathering
• Strategic roadmaps
• Developing digital ecosystems
• Experience research and Customer Journey maps
• Segment research and persona development
• Content strategy
• Conversion optimization

Familiarity and comfort with client management and business development:

• Managing client relationships
• Identify opportunities for new engagements as part of project delivery
• Leading a project portfolio from perspective of strategy and client communication
• Experience leading teams and understanding of project management in an asset

The Havas Team

The Director, Experience Strategy will be part of a multidisciplinary team of experience strategists who like to collaborate and share ideas. Our Strategy and UX practices are very closely integrated and play a role from the business development phase and all the way through project delivery and post-launch program-level work. We are all about rallying to a common cause: shaping and making experiences that informs and moves people. We envision and design stuff, and make sure it can be built (too many strategy documents are dying a slow death somewhere in the cloud…), so frequently we build it ourselves. Located in the King and Bathurst neighbourhood (when not at home), we are focused on Canadian with a sprinkling of international clients. We are a part of Havas CX network, which in turn is a part of a global Havas family of companies. Our work environment is informal, fast-paced and friendly.

If you see yourself in this job description and you are interested in an opportunity to work and learning an entrepreneurial and agile environment, then please get in touch.

Our Perks:

At Havas Media our people come first which is why we offer a comprehensive total rewards package including:

• Centralized Downtown Office
• Full flexibility around work from home or office
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks
• RRSP Matching Plan
• Physical & Mental Health Benefits
• Dedicated Culture Committee & Diversity Team
• Growth Opportunities & Employer-Paid Professional Development
• Unlimited vacation, plus year-round bonus holiday office closures, Christmas closure
• Paid Parental Top-Up Policy
• Dog friendly office

No closed minds here – at Havas Canada, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to the inclusion and accommodation of all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, national origins, age, sexual orientation, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know.

Location: 473 Adelaide St West, Toronto ON

Havas CX Canada | Havas Media

Serendipity Media is a Canadian production/distribution company with a global reach. We have created and distributed TV programs on channels and digital platforms around the world, including AppleTV, Shaw, ESPN, Google Play, and DirectTV. Serendipity Media has been involved in such productions as the documentary Camp of Dreams, the film Do Not Disturb, and the television series Comfort Food. Serendipity Media has produced hundreds of hours of content in various formats, from docuseries to feature films.

Serendipity Media also partners with other media providers to bring quality programming to the public. These include Swarm Media in South Africa and Hard Knocks Fighting. Check us out at https://serendipitymedia.ca.

As we build our team, we strive for all members of the Serendipity organization to feel they have the power to define their role within the company while being supported to meet and exceed their limits and aspirations. The position is full-time and, for a highly motivated professional, has tremendous growth opportunities. While this is a hybrid friendly environment, remote work is available for the right candidate.

As our project manager, your job will be to coordinate people and processes, to ensure that our projects are delivered on time, and produce the desired results. You will be the go-to person for everything involving a project’s organization and timeline.

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously including initiation, planning, scheduling, coordinating, monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinating internal resources to achieve the successful execution of multiple projects.
• Optimizing teams, systems and processes with the goal of ongoing continuous improvement and increased efficiencies.
• Ruthlessly prioritizing to ensure deliverables are completed on time by looking ahead at a changing schedule, what needs to be done, by who, and by when.
• Working with the Serendipity Media team to ensure compliance is achieved on all projects to the highest standard.
• Monitoring scope, schedule, resource utilization and time tracking.
• Managing project risk by anticipating problems, developing contingencies, and proactively communicating any barriers encountered.
• Completing project status reports on a regular basis.
• Ownership of project team meetings including scheduling, preparing agendas, assigning action items and issuing minutes.

Skills, Knowledge and Required Proficiencies:

• Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills.
• Good judgment and prioritization abilities.
• Effective, efficient communication skills.
• Ability to strategize and see the bigger picture, while focusing on the details.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to empower and empathize with team members.
• Ability to influence others and manage expectations.
• Experience managing multiple projects in various stages with conflicting priorities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite, DropBox and Zoom/Teams.
• Experience with project management tools; we use ClickUp and JIRA.
• Solid ability to meet or exceed commitments in a fast paced, diverse environment with rapid change and competing priorities.

About You:

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Business Administration, in a related field.
• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or other Project Management Certification is an asset.
• You view project management as similar to working on a jigsaw puzzle. Hundreds of unique pieces contribute to a finished product.
• You just don’t manage tasks; you’re a savvy collaborator. You bring people together to achieve a shared-goal.
• You possess a general affinity and interest in learning and mastering new technology.

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. There is a requirement for the candidate to recognize this and adopt a flexible approach. Job descriptions will be reviewed regularly and where necessary, revised in accordance with organizational needs.

Serendipity Media

*All applications must be emailed directly (see instructions below). Applications submitted directly through LinkedIn will not be considered.*

About us

University Health Network (UHN) is a major landmark in Canada´s healthcare system and a teaching hospital of the University of Toronto. UHN Foundation raises funds for research, education and the enhancement of patient care at Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto Rehab and the Michener Institute of Education at UHN. The Foundation is one of Toronto’s top fundraisers and is looking to build our creative capacity to help tell its story to broader, more diverse audiences. 

Position summary

If you are currently at a creative agency or freelancing and beginning to wonder whether you could make a bigger impact on the world – this may be the opportunity for you. UHN has been a well-kept secret for just about anyone who doesn’t work in health care. This is a hybrid position that requires the big picture idea skills of an art director along with the detailed craft skills of an experienced graphic designer. A true thinker/doer. This is a new position at the Foundation as we are evolving towards more visual communications. We have a number of brand journalists keen to partner on ideas to move our mission forward with donors. We have direct and digital marketing experts who need their thinking brought to life in compelling execution. You would drive us to be more visually innovative in our marketing approaches, whilst ensuring brand integrity across channels. 

Responsibilities

It won’t be easy. You are experienced in digital graphic design and are able to manage multiple priorities and coordinate/organize multiple project teams. You will lead the brand’s look and feel and champion visual excellence across all properties, channels, publications, reports and campaigns. You are known for having a professional manner and would be comfortable communicating with Foundation colleagues, members of the Senior Leadership Team, and colleagues across UHN’s hospitals and institutes. This role is a critical support to the Foundation as it works with an outside agency to embark on a new brand campaign to diversify sources of giving and requires increasing our presence across multiple channels.

Your core competencies must include:

• Big picture thinking and creative problem-solving
• Timely development of on-brief creative ideas
• Extensive experience in traditional, digital and experiential media 
• Expert knowledge of the principles of design as well as the ever-changing digital landscape
• Demonstrated ability to juggle competing priorities and still deliver on time
• Extremely professional and experienced working with complex organizations and multiple stakeholders
• Ability to provide coaching to multiple individuals throughout the organization
• Action-oriented demonstrating initiative, not waiting to be asked

Accountabilities

• Partners with communications specialists to lead creative strategy across the Foundation including all digital and traditional properties, proposals and reporting templates, community giving campaigns, paid marketing campaigns, signage, emails and more 
• Develops a creative idea for key integrated campaigns, while leading the design team in executing it
• Ensures the team meets strict brand, quality and consistency requirements while adhering to deadlines and mitigating any risk to achieving goals
• Directs the creative team in the execution of landing pages, videos, digital ads and other digital marketing components to campaign specifications
• Maintains a high level of understanding of the Foundation’s strategy and priorities and knows when to say no

Experience

• Passion to drive change and make an impact
• 10+ years in art direction and design building compelling brands, campaigns, and digital experiences. Several years of agency experience is a must.
• 3-5 years as a People Manager and/or overseeing the work of a Design team(s)
• Evidence of creative ability/talent (e.g. book of work)
• Expert in MAC software, Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint Design an asset) and Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Ability to work with multiple design programs.
• Demonstrated experience designing mobile, digital and new technology solutions
• Experience delivering solutions that achieve desirable business outcomes and strategies
• Ability to think big picture and tactically take solutions to market
• Experience building trusted partner relationships with internal stakeholders and external Marketing, Advertising, and/or Design agencies
• Ability to work in a collaborative, supportive way with cross-functional teams and the ability to work independently (and with ambiguity) to achieve results
• Bachelors’ degree in communications, visual design, or related field

Work Environment

• Fast paced, service and results oriented environment. 
• May have some activity outside of the office to support meetings with volunteers and donors.
• The Foundation has a hybrid work model. Staff will be required to have a safe home office set-up 3-4 days per week and will be in office for 1-2 days per week, (specifics to be planned with your manager).
• Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in all positions throughout the Foundation.
• Shared commitment and support of the overall Foundation goals.

Interested candidates should send your resume and cover letter via email to the UHN Foundation People and Culture inbox: UHNFPeopleandCulture@uhn.ca

Please put this role title in the subject line.

University Health Network thanks all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. UHN has a diverse workforce and is an equal-opportunity employer.

Closing date: Sunday, January 22, 2023

Please note: Job posting will close 11:59pm on the date identified as the closing date. All applications must be received by that time in order to be considered.

UHN Foundation

ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR (CONTRACT 1 YEAR)

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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:

sahar.nooraei@contemomedia.com

michaela.wong@contempomedia.com

scott.pilgrim@contempomedia.com

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

Talent Agent Assistant

JOB DESCRIPTION
Talent Agent Assistant Position in a Talent Agency!
Trisko Talent Management Inc. is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic professional for an Assistant position. This is an exciting full-time position for someone looking to join a close-knit team of individuals, working in the fields of Film, Television, Commercials and Mocap. Working directly with one of the agents, you will be responsible for commercial submissions, scheduling auditions, sending script materials to actors, editing and uploading self-tapes, maintaining and organizing databases and spreadsheets, document control, and providing general administrative and support for the team.

The ideal candidate is:

• detail oriented
  
• efficient & exceptionally organized
  
• outgoing & personable
  
• calm under pressure
  
• has excellent phone etiquette
  
• able to work independently
  
• able to multi-task & time manage
  
• able to communicate clearly (both oral and written)
  
• able to deal with various personalities
  
• able to think outside of the box
  
• able to maintain and handle confidential information with discretion
  
• excellent customer service
  
• able to work remotely from home when required

Desired Skills & Experience

• 1 + years experience in an administrative role is mandatory
  
•  experience using MAC computers
  
• proficient in Microsoft Office (word, excel, outlook)
  
• knowledge in iMovie and Adobe Photoshop an asset
  
•  knowledge in accounting and general bookkeeping an asset
  
•  previous experience in the industry is an asset but not mandatory

Applicants must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, continuously changing environment and have excellent organizational skills. They will be a team player with a friendly, upbeat, pleasant manner. An ability to adjust while maintaining order is essential.
Access to a computer and internet outside the office is imperative.

The office hours will be Monday-Friday 10:00 to 6:00pm, however, some after hour work may be required.

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send your cover letter and resume to this indeed posting. 

(ER 167-862)