Casting Call: Real Farmers & Ranchers for a Fun Commercial
Job Description:
Groundglass Casting is seeking real farmers and ranchers aged 55-85, based in the Greater Toronto or Southern Ontario regions, to appear in a fun telecommunications and internet commercial. This is a unique opportunity for ranchers and farmers to showcase their lifestyle and skills on camera while participating in a high-profile commercial shooting in Vancouver.
Job Responsibilities:
- Appear in a commercial as a real farmer or rancher, bringing authenticity to the role.
- Perform tasks related to farming or ranching on camera, as directed by the production team.
- Engage with the camera and represent the brand with a friendly and outgoing demeanor.
- Collaborate with the production crew to deliver a genuine and engaging performance.
Requirements:
- Real farmers or ranchers with hands-on experience.
- Male or female, aged 55-85.
- Must be based in the Greater Toronto or Southern Ontario regions.
- Outgoing and comfortable being filmed for a commercial.
Compensation:
- Rate: $1,800 – $9,000+ for one day of filming.
- Final compensation will depend on the role and extent of participation.
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