Your need for fresh, creative branded content is endless. We know you’re constantly on the hunt for better talent sourcing options and scalable workflow and decision-making tools to streamline everything you do.
The Backstage platform is built to make creating branded content easier and faster. A job search engine at its core, with built-in workflow and collaboration tools, Backstage is being increasingly used by brand marketers to cast and staff for branded ads, including cast and crew for scripted content to UGC-style and influencer marketing projects.
With hundreds of thousands of creator and skilled production talent profiles -- from on-camera talent to video and sound editing pros -- we have all the successful content creators you're looking for and the workflow tools you need to keep your branded content process moving, at scale.
A trusted network of diverse talent
Built on a legacy of more than 60 years of industry knowledge and the largest network of ready performers and content producers, Backstage offers access to a deep pool of diverse, experienced, and professional talent.
Find your next favorite creators by:
- Quickly and easily posting a job to bring the talent you’re looking for right to you
- Searching the in-depth profiles in our vast talent database to find the right fit and invite them to apply
We are your network for all your talent needs, all in one place.
Easy talent review
Robust talent profiles showcase work experience, credentials, relevant attributes, images, video and audio reels, and more. Filter by specialty, skills, location, payment requirements, and other key requirements to narrow your focus and target high-potential talent.
Simply post a job to begin receiving applications from the largest talent pool in the world within minutes. Platform tools like our Application Manager make organizing and reviewing submissions easy. Consider and sort candidates by project or role, tag and save, and create and share shortlists with your team.
Virtual auditions to change the game
Backstage’s Virtual Auditioning Tool enables casting professionals and content creators to easily and reliably schedule and host remote auditions. Virtual auditions broaden opportunities for you and your talent, enabling you to connect to performers in remote locations you might otherwise overlook.
Our Virtual Auditioning Tools means tapping into more talent for less cost, faster, and with better outcomes.
Teamwork tools maximize efficiency
Flexible workflows mirror how your team works, increasing the efficiency of managing submissions, finding and reviewing profiles, evaluating experience and assets, coordinating schedules, and more.
Additional collaboration tools further organize your team with features that let you create and share candidate shortlists, feedback, notes, and other crucial hiring intel.
Direct and secure communications
Our powerful messaging system allows you to communicate directly with your applicants, while keeping your personal contact information private. Easily send and receive messages, media assets, and notifications, all in one place. Talent profiles also allow for inclusion of contact information if you prefer to contact candidates directly.
Pay talent your way
Receive invoices and schedule payments through our simple interface and skip the 1099s. Pay talent directly and securely through the platform or the provider that best suits your workflow. Everything you and your accounting team need is in one convenient location. We help with tax reporting, too.
Issuing payment through Backstage is entirely optional and was introduced as a convenient way to improve payment transparency and accountability for everyone in our creative community.
Ready to find out what leading brand marketers already know? Get started with Backstage today.
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