Speakeasy Casting Notices

Casting Call: Home Cooks for New Heartwarming Cooking Competition Show (LA-Based)

Job Description:
A Major Streaming Network and Tastemade Studios are casting for a brand-new cooking competition show celebrating the joy of family meals and the stories behind them. We’re looking for passionate home cooks who have a special family recipe passed down through generations, or a dish that brings everyone together for laughter, love, and delicious food.

In this show, you and a loved one will recreate a signature family meal that reflects your heritage and traditions. Your dish will be presented to judges, featuring a main course and side dishes full of cherished memories and bursting with flavor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Compete as a home cook alongside a family member to recreate and present your family’s signature meal.
• Share the story behind your family recipe and how it represents your heritage.
• Participate in the filming of a cooking competition that highlights both the cooking process and the emotional stories tied to your dishes.
• Collaborate with show producers to capture the essence of your family’s cooking traditions on camera.

Requirements:

• Must be LA-based and able to film locally.
• Open to all passionate home cooks who have a family recipe or dish with sentimental value.
• Must apply as a team of two (yourself and a family member).
• Please submit a brief paragraph explaining why your family’s recipe should be featured, along with the name and details of the family member you want on your team.
• Submit 2-3 recent, clear photos of yourself and your family member (team partner).
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be discussed upon application and selection.
• Opportunity to be featured on a major streaming platform.

Casting Call for InStyle YouTube Video – “1 Person Tries on 100 Pairs of Jeans”

Job Details

• Project: InStyle YouTube Video – “1 Person Tries on 100 Pairs of Jeans”
• Location: New York City (NYC)
• Role: Real, Relatable Women
• Type: Paid Gig

Job Responsibilities

• Shopping Journey: Take the audience through an immersive shopping journey by trying on 100 pairs of jeans in the NYC studio.

• On-Camera Interaction: Answer questions on camera about the fit, style, and price of each pair of jeans. Provide genuine and relatable feedback.

• Wardrobe Changes: Wear a bodysuit on camera to facilitate easy changing between pairs of jeans.

Requirements

• Demographic: Real, relatable women based in the NYC area

• Comfort Level: Must be comfortable wearing a bodysuit on camera and discussing various aspects of jeans (fit, style, price) on camera.

• Availability: Must be available for filming on the scheduled dates in NYC.

• Professionalism: Maintain a professional attitude and follow direction from the production team.

Compensation

• Rate: Paid gig. Specific compensation details will be discussed upon selection.

Casting Call: Share Your Retirement Plans – Nationwide Search

Are you planning for retirement or feeling the financial pinch as you look towards the future? We want to hear from you! We’re casting a wide net across the country for individuals aged 21-75, from all walks of life, with regular and relatable jobs who are willing to openly share their retirement plans or the challenges they face preparing for retirement.

This digital campaign is for a reputable financial institution aimed at showcasing real stories of preparation, aspiration, and possibly, apprehension about retirement. Whether you’re years away from retirement, just stepping into it, or currently navigating your golden years, we believe your story can inspire and resonate with many.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a filmed interview discussing your retirement plans, savings strategies, or the financial challenges you face.
• Share personal experiences and insights on preparing for retirement, including any steps taken to secure a financial future or concerns about the rising cost of living and existing debt.
• Be willing to discuss both the hopes and hurdles associated with retirement planning.

Requirements:

• Ages 21-75, open to all genders and backgrounds.
• Individuals with regular/relatable jobs who are comfortable sharing their story on camera.
• Must be willing to be filmed for a one-day shoot in a local setting (details provided upon selection).
• No previous on-camera experience required, but must be comfortable speaking candidly about financial matters.
• Applicants should be prepared to provide a brief overview of their retirement planning situation or challenges faced.

Compensation:

• Selected participants will be compensated for their time and for sharing their personal stories. The specific compensation details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.