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Lights, Camera, Action: Get Ready for Corra Group’s Media & Entertainment Package Series for Film, TV, and Commercial Production

Corra Group’s comprehensive background check offerings cover all positions including directors, cast members, crew, and costume designers

Corra Group helps fulfill the in-house needs and talent searches for production houses with its Media & Entertainment background check packages as film, television, and advertising agencies ramp up production.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 5, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ –Corra Group, a leading provider of background screening services to the media and entertainment industry, has leveraged its proximity to Hollywood to offer comprehensive background check solutions for film, television, and advertising clients. Corra Group offers a series of custom background check packages to help entertainment clients screen talent and crew for all productions including commercials, reality television, documentaries, gameshows, and live events – ensuring a safe and secure environment for all involved.

“It is an exciting time with production coming back after a challenging period of shutdowns and labor disputes,” said Nick Gustavson, Cofounder and CEO of Corra Group. “Everyone wants to get rolling quickly. With Corra Group’s 20 years of experience supporting the entertainment industry, we understand their specific needs and we know how to get it done. Our investigators dig in deep and provide accurate results as fast as possible, and our clients appreciate the quick turnaround time and comprehensive nature of the reports.”

Corra Group’s Media & Entertainment packages provide comprehensive due diligence background check offerings for all positions including talent (cast, contestants, and other participants), on camera experts (witnesses and historians), Above-the-Line and Below-the-Line crew members, and other support staff for the crew such as medics, therapists, and Wellbeing Facilitators. For big events like the Oscars, extensive background checks begin months before the red carpet even rolls out, on everyone from janitors to camera crews to reporters and celebrity hosts.

“We understand the importance of quickly bringing on board cast and crew,” added Gustavson. “Oftentimes production has already started and background checks were needed yesterday. We get it. Our software platform provides a seamless experience for our clients’ cast and crew. Additionally, we realize some candidates represent our entertainment partners in a public arena – making it paramount to conduct a thorough background check to avoid any negative publicity due to cast and crew behavior, especially in light of ‘Me Too.’ As Hollywood rebounds and production activity returns, Corra Group is dedicated to supporting the success and safety of every production.”

Corra Group consistently receives positive feedback from clients using its Media & Entertainment offerings for checks including criminal history, social media, sex offender registries, and derogatory public records. Both scripted and unscripted productions—such as commercials, TV shows, and live events—praise the comprehensive nature of Corra Group’s background screening solutions, personalized customer service, quick turnaround time, and accuracy. These testimonials from industry professionals highlight the effectiveness of Corra Group’s tailored approach and hands on commitment to providing a smooth experience.

For more information about Corra Group, visit https://www.corragroup.com/.

About Corra Group:
Corra Group is a full-service background screening company that provides background checks and employment screening to clients throughout the United States and around the world. With over 20 years of experience, Corra Group’s goal is to help clients make informed decisions and provide a first-class candidate experience during the hiring process. It is also one of the few companies that will answer the phone. Corra Group is headquartered in El Segundo, California. To learn more, visit CorraGroup.com

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Manoly Chareunsy, Corra Group, (310) 524-9800, manolyg@corragroup.com, https://www.corragroup.com/

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Unmasking Online Shadows: Corra Group’s Upgraded Social Media Background Checks Help Clients Protect Their Brand Reputation

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As businesses across multiple industries strive to make more informed hiring decisions, Corra Group empowers them with a social media background check solution to better understand a job candidate’s digital footprint.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Corra Group, a leading provider of background screening services, is excited to announce its latest offering in the world of employment screening and background checks: FCRA compliant Social Media Background Screening. This service provides clients with deeper insights into the online activities and behaviors of job candidates, ensuring they hire individuals who align with their employee code of conduct and organizational values.

“In today’s competitive job market, it’s crucial for businesses to make well-informed hiring decisions,” said Nick Gustavson, Cofounder of Corra Group. “An ongoing, annual review of employees’ online presence to track changes also helps create a safe and secure workplace.”

This service allows for customization of filters to align with a company’s unique industry and needs. It scours popular social media platforms and online communities such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and more to uncover any red flags, inappropriate content, or behavior that may pose a risk to a company’s image or workplace environment. In addition to providing all user-generated web content, any media (e.g., newspaper articles, press releases, etc.) about the candidate or the candidate’s professional history is reported.

This offering by Corra Group is especially useful when hiring executive candidates, other prospective corporate leaders, and individuals who represent an organization within the public arena. This comprehensive approach to background checks empowers organizations to mitigate potential risks associated with misconduct, workplace harassment, and potential impacts to company brand.

“By extending our screening capabilities to the digital realm, we aim to equip our clients with the insights they need to create a safer, more secure, and productive work environment,” says Gustavson. “We do this while remaining focused on providing the best possible hiring experience for candidates.”

The Social Media Background Screening service from Corra Group complements its existing suite of comprehensive employment screening services, including criminal background checks, education verification, employment verification, and motor vehicle records. With this additional layer of screening, organizations can confidently make the right hiring decisions and reduce the potential risks associated with unverified online activity.

For more information on Corra Group, please visit: https://www.corragroup.com.

Corra Group is a full-service background screening company that provides background checks and employment screening to clients throughout the United States and around the world. With over 20 years of experience, Corra Group’s goal is to help clients make informed decisions and provide a first-class candidate experience during the hiring process. It is also one of the few companies that will answer the phone. To learn more, visit CorraGroup.com.

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Navigating Employment Trends in 2024: The Crucial Role of Background Checks

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How can background checks help elevate your workforce in 2024?

Happy New Year! We are already one month into 2024, and the employment landscape continues to evolve and be shaped by emerging trends that redefine the way we work. At Corra Group, we understand the importance of staying ahead in this dynamic environment, and we believe that background checks play a crucial role in adapting to the changing demands of the job market.

Remote Work

According to Gallup, work location patterns within the U.S. workforce have shown significant stability since mid-2022. This suggests that remote and hybrid work setups are likely to remain prevalent in the upcoming year. Another survey conducted among Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) of Fortune 500 companies revealed that 80% do not plan to reduce the flexibility of remote work in the next 12 months.

The practice of moonlighting, which involves holding a secondary job alongside one’s primary employment, is also becoming more common – particularly among remote workers. Skill Success states that around 56% of individuals are currently involved in moonlighting jobs or side hustles. This trend can potentially give rise to conflicts of interest, diminish creativity, and adversely affect an employee’s job performance.

Corra Group conducts comprehensive background checks utilizing consumer reports which include hard facts like credit and criminal history, and investigative consumer reports, which delve into broader aspects such as general reputation, character, personal characteristics, mode of living, and job performance. Along with social media reports, our trained investigators meticulously examine behavior and performance to identify discrepancies, changes, and alignment with a client’s corporate values. All of this is important when screening candidates for remote work scenarios, ensuring clients can trust employees to perform their jobs outside of the office.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are no longer optional but essential elements of a successful workplace. According to Harvard Business Review, companies will begin to pivot to fully integrate a DEI mission throughout the organization this coming year.

DEI policies are beginning to emphasize qualifications beyond a traditional college degree, reflecting a shift in company priorities. When a candidate does not meet a client’s standard background check criteria, Corra Group offers flexible and dynamic background check solutions to support the company’s DEI values. Corra Group begins with education verification as a starting point to identifying other important qualifications that a candidate may contribute to a job role.

We also understand the importance of a fair and inclusive hiring process and support DEI initiatives by providing clients with unbiased background checks. Corra Group’s background checks are conducted with precision to assess candidates solely on their qualifications, employment history, and other pertinent information. Corra Group provides background checks that are compliant with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), helping clients comply with anti-discrimination laws, focus on job-related criteria, and fairly address criminal history – contributing to the creation of a diverse work environment.

Mental Health and Well-being

Gallup’s 2023 findings indicate that 52% of workers in the United States and Canada encountered significant stress on the previous day. Jeri Hawthorne, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) at Aflac, suggests in an interview with SHRM that burnout could become an even more prominent concern in 2024. This projection is attributed to factors such as the impending presidential election, financial concerns, extended working hours, and various other stress-inducing elements. The ramifications of this trend extend to individuals’ well-being both in their professional and personal lives, impacting their overall productivity and long-term sustainability.

Corra Group helps clients identify potential red flags by screening for misconduct that may not align with a client’s employee code of conduct, including prior instances of violence, fraud, and harassment. We emphasize conducting social media reports and ongoing criminal checks, with an annual review to track changes. Doing so helps create a safe and secure workplace, which contributes to overall employee well-being.

As we embrace the challenges and opportunities of 2024, Corra Group remains dedicated to providing comprehensive background checks that align with the latest employment trends. We are committed to addressing our clients’ unique needs while staying focused on an engaging candidate experience.

About Corra Group

Corra Group is a full-service background screening company that provides background checks and employment screening to clients throughout the United States and around the world. With 20 years of experience, they are focused on helping clients provide a first-class candidate experience during the hiring process. Corra Group is dedicated to helping businesses make informed hiring decisions while ensuring a safer and more secure work environment. It is also one of the few companies that will answer the phone. To learn more, visit CorraGroup.com.

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Deck the Halls with Safety Calls: The Crucial Role of Background Checks During the Holiday Season

Employee Theft Jumps During the Holiday Season…Do You Know Who You’re Hiring?

The holiday season is here and businesses across the country are gearing up for the festive rush, hiring an influx of seasonal workers to meet the increased demand. While seasonal workers play a pivotal role in helping businesses navigate the hectic holiday period, the urgency to quickly fill positions can compromise the quality of hires.  According to Jack L. Hayes International, Inc. their 35th Annual Retail Theft Survey reports that in 2022, nearly 45,000 dishonest employees were apprehended (up 18%) and over $50 million recovered from these employees (up 14.7%). That’s where background checks become indispensable in ensuring a safe and secure holiday experience for both customers and employers.

One company leading the charge in this critical aspect of hiring is Corra Group, a leading provider of background investigations and pre-employment screening solutions. With expertise in providing comprehensive background checks, Corra Group emphasizes the significance of due diligence, especially during the holiday season. The Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) also advises background checks for holiday hires, citing the importance of using a professional screening firm to do so. A “do it yourself” approach can lead to inadequate screening and open up employers to legal ramifications.

Nick Gustavson, Cofounder and President of Corra Group, highlights the importance of pre-employment screening: “Employee theft surges during this time because of an increase in foot traffic, making it easier for theft to go unnoticed. Seasonal personnel also tend to be less loyal than full-time employees, and there is also an increased financial burden on workers during the holidays. Background checks help employers identify red flags and make informed decisions, create a safer work environment, and reduce theft.”

Beyond safeguarding against theft and fraud, Corra Group understands that background checks also contribute to creating a secure and positive customer experience. Employers in the hospitality and retail sectors understand the significance of ensuring that their staff, especially temporary hires, meet the necessary standards of trustworthiness and professionalism.

Corra Group’s background checks cover a range of crucial areas, including criminal records, employment verifications, and reference checks. Gustavson adds, “Our comprehensive screening services are designed to provide employers with the information they need to make confident and informed hiring decisions, particularly when managers are preoccupied given the increase in business during the holiday season.”

About Corra Group

Corra Group is a full-service background screening company that provides background checks and employment screening to clients throughout the United States and around the world. With 20 years of experience, they are focused on helping clients provide a first-class candidate experience during the hiring process. Corra Group is dedicated to helping businesses make informed hiring decisions while ensuring a safer and more secure work environment. It is also one of the few companies that will answer the phone. To learn more, visit CorraGroup.com.

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