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Temporary Casting ProducerexpiredNowThis
United States, New York |
Description:About NowThisNowThis is redefining media for a new generation, leading the charge as a digital-first brand that resonates with over 98 million people globally each month. NowThis…is GenZTV. We’re transforming scrolling to tuning in, by reinventing destination viewing through bingeable, social-first content that meets our audiences on the platforms where they live. As part of the Accelerate Change portfolio of brands, NowThis benefits from being within a network that includes some of the country's most diverse and impactful media properties. This collaboration expands our reach, offering a combined portfolio that boasts over 100 million monthly active users, 86 million social followers, and 14 million email subscribers. Our content, including 600 million+ monthly views of A-list celebrity content and 400 million+ monthly views of influencer-driven narratives, highlights our ability to engage audiences across multiple platforms and demographics. NowThis is seeking a temporary Casting Producer who will play a role in identifying, vetting, and booking creators, comedians, and emerging talent for our social-first short-form projects. This role will focus on sourcing the best talent for projects in development, as well as casting guests for always-on series. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of social media culture, strong industry connections, and a passion for discovering rising stars. The Casting Producer will be based in our New York City office and report to the team’s Executive Producer. WHAT YOU’LL DO: Research, identify, and connect with creators, comedians, and up-and-coming talent across social media platforms Build and maintain a database of creators and talent, categorized by skills, platforms, and relevance to ongoing projects Lead the casting process for projects in development, including short-form series, branded content, and pilots Evaluate talent for fit with project concepts, ensuring alignment with brand tone, audience preferences, and creative goals Conduct auditions, interviews, or chemistry tests as needed to assess talent suitability. Receive talent self-tapes on an ongoing basis Work closely with development producers, digital original producers, and social media managers to align talent selections with project objectives Partner with Integrated Marketing team when asked to concept ideas that fit client objectives while maintaining NowThis’ creative integrity Cultivate strong relationships with agents, managers, and talent to ensure access to a diverse and high-quality pool of candidates Serve as a point of contact for creators and talent, fostering positive and professional experience Provide input during development phases to shape concepts around specific talent or creator strengths Assist in negotiating contracts and scheduling talent for production when necessary Engage in brainstorms, general producing, and production tasks as needed SUCCESS WILL LOOK LIKE: Identification and successful onboarding of creators, comedians, and emerging talent that align with NowThis’s creative vision and resonate with social media audiences Seamless casting of talent for development projects, always-on series and branded content, resulting in strong audience engagement and positive feedback Establishing a robust network of creators, comedians, and personalities ensuring a diverse and reliable talent pool for current and future projects MUST HAVES: 3+ years of experience in casting, talent relations, or a related field, with a focus on digital media or social-first content Proven track record of successfully casting creators, influencers, comedians, and booking celebrity talent for digital or short-form projects Strong knowledge of social media platforms and the creators, trends, and formats that drive success on each Experience booking high-profile talent and managing relationships with agents and publicists Excellent communication, organizational, and negotiation skills Ability to assess talent suitability quickly and match creators to project needs effectively Highly connected in the creator and entertainment industry, with a passion for discovering and championing new talent Collaborative and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced, dynamic environments Culturally savvy and in tune with Gen Z audiences How To Apply This is a temporary position. To be considered for this role, please submit your resume and a cover letter to [email protected].
Application Deadline:
Apr. 30, 2025
Job Duration:
Open ended
Job/Audition Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Creative/Artistic
Artistic Discipline:
Theater, Dance, Circus, Performance Art
Payment status:
Paid
Job Location:
United States,
New York |
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