<blockquote>&#8230;If you put your whole heart into a project, the outcome will be magnificent.
&#8211; Karen Chau</blockquote>

cartoon graphic of Karen Chau, Nick Animation Creator

Karen based the series on her experiences growing up in a Chinese-American household. The first character of the series that she drew was Kai-Lan at age 5. It was a persona that Karen knew quite well &#8211; Kai-Lan is the Chinese name that Karen was given at birth. And “Ni Hao” means “Hello” in Mandarin. See, you’re learning already!

Karen Chau

Take one precocious preschooler who speaks both English and Mandarin, a goofy grandpa who loves surprises, a tiger, koala, monkey and a pink rhino, and you’re destined for adventure. Kai-Lan loves to explore her neighborhood and family, a colorful, exotic world of dumplings, dragons, and the wonders of everyday life.

Ni Hao Kai Lan

For over 30 years, the Nickelodeon Animation Studio continues to be one of the largest producers of television animation in the world, reflecting all kids today. Based in Burbank, Calif., with offices in New York, the Studio, designed by our artists and for our artists, is home to the world's greatest creative talents. Our campus of creativity houses top-notch talent, storytellers, artists, production teams, voice actors, cartoon experts and more. At Nickelodeon, we are always looking to recruit dedicated craftspeople to help bring groundbreaking new ideas to life and that starts with you! We are leading the way in animated content for TV series, TV movies, shorts and  theatrical features. Some of our new upcoming original animated series include Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years, Rugrats, and Dora, among others. Our content development teams are creator-driven, our work culture is collaborative, our mentorship of new talent is second to none, and we are committed to hiring inclusively to reflect authenticity in the diverse stories we want to tell. Join us!   Summary: Nickelodeon Animation Studio is looking for a Casting Assistant. The Casting Assistant interfaces with talent, production, and the casting teams. They have a hand at every stage of casting. From pulling sides and gathering materials for audition breakdowns, to creating and managing audition rooms via zoom, and editing and uploading final audition audio for network approval. They interface with productions, report to the Casting Directors and handle all administrative needs for the casting team. Responsibilities: • Maintain cast lists for all shows • Pull audition sides for any new characters that need to be cast and gain approvals from the network rep. • Create final breakdown materials • Distribute audition materials and run audition rooms via Zoom • Manage all audio from auditions/callbacks/producer sessions • Keep circle take through in live audition settings • Edit audition audio and cut togethers when needed • Keep notes during production meetings • Support Casting Associate and Casting Director • Sourcing materials, links, and audio for pitch lists• Various duties assigned by Supervisor Qualifications: • Interest in Casting/Animation Casting• Excellent communication and organizational skills • Ability to multi-task • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to work under strenuous deadlines • Detail-oriented (Extremely Important) • Proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook) • Proficient in Adobe Acrobat Pro • Proficient in Adobe Audition • Talent agency experience a plus • Proficient in audio editing software (iMovie, Garageband, Audacity, etc.) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Weekly Hiring Salary Range: $720.00 - 750.00.  The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.  The benefits available for this position include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan, life insurance coverage, disability benefits, tuition assistance program and PTO or, if applicable,  as otherwise dictated by the appropriate Collective Bargaining Agreement.    <a href="https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits">https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits</a> Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

Casting Assistant, Animation

<h2>Overview and Responsibilities</h2>This is an executive leadership position, the ideal candidate should have experience in:<ul style="margin-bottom:8.0px"><li>Input in the areas of creative &amp; business direction of the division.</li><li>Supervising development slate, and green-light targets.</li><li>Supervising assigned movies in production.</li></ul><h2>Responsibilities to include, but not limited to:</h2><ul style="margin-bottom:8.0px"><li>Management of development slate.</li><li>Oversight of assigned movies in production from greenlight to delivery.</li><li>Provide creative feedback on movies development and production.</li><li>Align, nurture, and maintain strong partnerships with production management to deliver top of class movies on schedule and on budget.</li><li>Assist in managing relationships with the filmmakers: Directors, Producers, Writers.</li><li>Help manage communication and alignment across company partners including Series, Games, Marketing, Publishing, and Consumer Products.</li><li>Distinguish and establish new relationships with the creative community , agents and managers with an eye towards building our business.</li><li>Foster and cultivate a culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and industry excellence</li></ul><h2>Qualifications:</h2><ul style="margin-bottom:8.0px"><li>10+ years of experience in creative content creation for filmed entertainment.</li><li>Strong executive experience.</li><li>Deep knowledge, understanding, and experience in story development.</li><li>Knows animation film production.</li><li>Oversight of at least one animated movie in production.</li><li>Experienced credit list in theatrical content.</li></ul><h2>Additional Qualifications:</h2><ul style="margin-bottom:8.0px"><li>An encouraged people-manager with executive experience.</li><li>Understands creative management and the relationship to production management.</li><li>Strong, reputable, and proven story development experience.</li><li>An established reputation and relationships with producers, directors, writers, agents, talent, and creative community in general.</li><li>Strong creative executive presence that possesses a strategic mind-set and can promote a collaborative environment.</li><li>Natural leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including pitching, running work-sessions, and articulating and defending story &amp; design decisions.</li><li>Proven track record partnering with multiple teams on projects and practices.</li></ul>  For over 30 years, the Nickelodeon Animation Studio continues to be one of the largest producers of television animation in the world, reflecting all kids today. Based in Burbank, Calif., with offices in New York, the Studio, designed by our artists and for our artists, is home to the world's greatest creative talents. Our campus of creativity houses top-notch talent, storytellers, artists, production teams, voice actors, cartoon experts and more. At Nickelodeon, we are always looking to recruit dedicated craftspeople to help bring groundbreaking new ideas to life and that starts with you! We are leading the way in animated content for TV series, TV movies, shorts and  theatrical features. Some of our new upcoming original animated series include, Kamp Koral: SpongeBob's Under Years, Rugrats, Middlemost Post, Star Trek: Prodigy, Big Nate and Santiago of the Seas, among others.Our content development teams are creator-driven, our work culture is collaborative, our mentorship of new talent is second to none, and we are committed to hiring inclusively to reflect authenticity in the diverse stories we want to tell.Join us! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Hiring Salary Range: $300,000.00 - 350,000.00.  The hiring salary range for this position applies to New York, California, Colorado, Washington state, and most other geographies. Starting pay for the successful applicant depends on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.   This position is bonus eligible.   <a href="https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits">https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits</a> Paramount is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) including disability/vet. At Paramount, the spirit of inclusion feeds into everything that we do, on-screen and off. From the programming and movies we create to employee benefits/programs and social impact outreach initiatives, we believe that opportunity, access, resources and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Paramount is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, and Veteran status. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access https://www.paramount.com/careers as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 212.846.5500 or by sending an email to paramountaccommodations@paramount.com. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned.

SVP, Paramount & Nickelodeon Animated Films

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Doug is an imaginative, thoughtful kid just trying to find his way in his hometown of Bluffington. Between enduring bad haircuts, avoiding bully Roger Klotz and desperately hoping to impress his crush, Patty Mayonnaise, Doug’s got plenty to be anxious about. No matter how it turns out, Doug can turn to his best friend Skeeter, dog Porkchop, and of course, his fantasy life and journal.

Doug

When anything is erased from a chalkboard, it’s not really gone – it just enters a realm called the Chalkzone. And fifth grader Rudy Tabootie found a way to go there! With a piece of “White Lightning” chalk, he can enter the Chalkzone any time he likes. In the Chalkzone, Rudy befriends Snap, a bold superhero Rudy drew years ago. But Rudy soon discovers not every doodle is friendly…

Chalkzone

The Fresh Beat Band of Spies features the same band members from Nick’s live action show, The Fresh Beat Band, but adds three key ingredients to the jam: animation, spying, and Bo Monkey! Because really, how are they supposed to get any spying done without a monkey? Not gonna happen.

Ni Hao Kai Lan

Karen Chau

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CASTING ASSISTANT, ANIMATION

SVP, PARAMOUNT & NICKELODEON ANIMATED FILMS

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