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Casting Call for Real Football Players – SAG Commercial
Job Description: Burton Casting is seeking real football players for an upcoming SAG commercial. We are looking for athletes who have an authentic football background and a strong, muscular appearance. This is an excellent opportunity to feature in a commercial spot with exposure across traditional digital and social media platforms.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a football player in a commercial shoot.
- Follow direction from the production team to ensure authenticity in performance.
- Collaborate with other athletes and actors to create dynamic and engaging scenes for the commercial.
- Maintain professionalism on set, and be prepared for the physical aspects of the role.
Requirements:
- Demographic: Male football players, between 6’0″ and 6’5″ tall, weighing between 200-275 lbs.
- Must appear muscular and strong, with a background in football.
- Previous acting experience is not required, but real experience as a football player is necessary.
- Location: Austin, TX locals only (no travel or accommodation provided).
- Must be able to submit clear photos and details about your football experience.
Compensation:
- Session Rate: $783.10 (if booked).
- Usage Rate: $1,500 (if recognizable in the final spot).
- This commercial falls under the SAG Low Budget Digital Waiver and will be used for Traditional Digital and Social Media purposes.
Casting Call: Caregivers and Individuals with Early Alzheimer’s – PSA Campaign
Job Description: Burton Casting is seeking real-life pairs consisting of caregivers and individuals with an early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia (such as Parkinson’s disease or Lewy Body dementia) for a new public service announcement (PSA) campaign. We are looking for authentic stories from caregivers who live with and care for their loved ones under the same roof. This campaign aims to highlight the significance of recognizing early signs of dementia, the process of addressing these symptoms, and the impact of early diagnosis.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in video shoots that will last approximately 15 to 30 seconds.
- Share personal experiences regarding the early signs of dementia, how they were addressed, and the benefits of consulting a healthcare provider.
- Engage on camera, with the person with dementia able to articulate their experiences and thoughts, even if briefly.
Requirements:
- Must be a caregiver to someone with an early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or other dementia-related diseases (not a professional nurse or healthcare worker).
- Must have a personal and familial relationship with the individual (e.g., spouse, close family member).
- The person with dementia should be capable of speaking about their experiences on camera.
- Seeking both English and native Spanish-speaking participants.
- Both participants must be available in mid-May for the shoot.
- Participants should reside in Texas. Production may accommodate participants outside of Austin who are unable to travel.
Compensation Details:
- The selected pair will receive a total payment of $3,000, which covers both participation in the shoot and usage rights for the produced content.
Casting Call: Newborn Babies for Hospital Commercial
Job Details: Burton Casting is looking for newborn babies for an upcoming hospital commercial. The shoot is scheduled to take place in Austin, TX.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in a commercial shoot representing a newborn in a hospital setting.
- Be accompanied and supervised by a parent or legal guardian at all times.
- Be available for the entirety of the shooting schedule.
Requirements:
- Age: Must be a newborn, not older than 6 weeks at the time of the shoot.
- Descent: Specifically looking for Black or Asian newborns.
- Availability: Must be available for 1 day between January 24th and January 26th.
- Parents/Guardians must provide a photo, date of birth, and current city of residence.
- Twins or multiple births are highly encouraged to apply. Additional consideration will be given to those expecting to give birth between now and January 24th.
Compensation:
- $500 for the session
- $3,500 for usage rights
- Total compensation: $4,000