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Female Models for Florida Fashion Campaign

Job Description
A nationally known intimates and lifestyle brand is booking multiple female-presenting models, ages 25–55, for a one-day product shoot in Florida. The production highlights body-positive confidence across sizes and skin tones, showcasing new lingerie, loungewear, and activewear lines for e-commerce, social, and broadcast use.

Job Responsibilities

  • Model lingerie and loungewear with poise, energy, and professional body awareness
  • Collaborate with photographer, stylist, and art director to capture varied looks and poses
  • Arrive camera-ready; adapt quickly to wardrobe, hair, and makeup adjustments on set
  • Maintain upbeat attitude and efficient pace throughout a full shoot schedule

Requirements

  • Female-identifying talent, 25–55, any ethnicity and body type
  • Prior commercial, catalogue, or runway experience preferred but not required
  • Comfortable modeling intimate apparel on still and motion camera
  • Able to self-report to Florida location on the scheduled shoot date
  • Provide recent digitals or portfolio images, height, measurements, and contact details with submission

Compensation

  • $1,400 day rate (full buyout for campaign usage)
  • Professional styling, on-set meals, and standard production amenities included
  • Digital tear sheets and credit for portfolio upon request
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Infant Twins or Baby for TV Drama Flashback Role

Job Description
A scripted series is casting a 6–8-month-old baby—ideally twins, but single submissions welcome—to portray the main character’s younger self. The infant will sit at a piano and react naturally on camera, matching the older actor’s brown hair.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear in close-ups and wide shots as the lead’s baby version

  • Maintain calm demeanor while seated near a piano prop

  • Follow gentle cues from the director and parent/guardian

Requirements

  • Boy or girl, 6–8 months old, brown or brown-ish hair

  • Twins preferred; single baby also considered

  • Solid sitter; no walking yet

  • Parent or guardian must accompany child on set

Compensation

  • Paid daily rate (disclosed upon booking)

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Child Piano Double for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is casting a blonde Caucasian girl, aged 4–5, with basic piano skills to appear as a paid extra in two consecutive filming days. Scenes feature a young musician character performing simple tunes and interacting with a grand piano on set. Shoots take place in the Decatur, Georgia area with a professional child-friendly crew.

Job Responsibilities

  • Mimic easy piano fingering while seated at the instrument

  • Follow direction to match rhythm and hand placement for close-ups

  • Maintain focus and cheerful demeanor during multiple takes

  • Work both scheduled shoot days to ensure scene continuity

Requirements

  • Female, Caucasian, blonde, 4–5 years old

  • Solid sitter with previous piano lessons or familiarity around a keyboard

  • Non-union; accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times

  • Available for filming on two specified dates in Decatur, GA

Compensation

  • Paid daily rate (disclosed upon booking)

  • On-set meals, snacks, and child-appropriate breaks included

  • Screen credit and potential future casting consideration

Baby Models (7–11 Months) for Packaging Photoshoot

Job Description
A Doraville studio is casting adorable solid-sitter infants for a summer product-packaging shoot. Selected babies will appear on boxes and marketing assets for a national infant-gear brand. Parents within a two-hour drive are encouraged to submit snapshots and availability for a single half-day session.

Job Responsibilities

  • Sit or crawl safely on set while interacting with age-appropriate props

  • Follow photographer direction for smiles, claps, or simple movements

  • Remain calm under studio lights with help from parent/guardian and crew

  • Wear provided wardrobe plus personal white onesie if requested

Requirements

  • 7–11 months old; must sit unassisted (note if capable of crawling, non-walkers only)

  • Girls: Caucasian, Hispanic/Latina, African-American, Biracial/Multiracial

  • Boys: Caucasian, Hispanic/Latino, Biracial/Multiracial

  • Local talent within two hours of Doraville, GA, with reliable transportation

  • Parent or legal guardian must accompany child and complete release forms

Compensation

  • Paid session (rate shared upon booking)

  • Professional images for family keepsake and potential future castings

  • Light refreshments and comfortable holding area provided

Union Barbers Needed for TV Background Role

Job Description
A Los Angeles-based television production seeks skilled barbers to appear on screen as authentic shop talent. This one-day shoot requires union performers with real barbering experience who can confidently handle tools while maintaining continuity for multiple takes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform basic barbering actions (clipper work, scissor trims, neck clean-ups) on camera

  • Follow direction to match timing and positioning across scenes

  • Maintain professional demeanor and set etiquette throughout the day

Requirements

  • Current union status and active registration in a recognized background database

  • Proven barbering experience with ability to supply own standard tools

  • Legal eligibility to work in the United States and self-report to the Los Angeles area

Compensation

  • $216 for an 8-hour day (union scale)

  • Overtime, meals, and standard production amenities included

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Music Video Extras Needed – Unpaid Opportunity

Job Description
A vibrant music video production is searching for enthusiastic volunteer extras to bring authentic street-style energy to a one-day shoot. Directors welcome participants from every age, gender, ethnicity, and background to create a dynamic, inclusive crowd on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • React naturally in background scenes, adding atmosphere and movement

  • Follow on-set direction to hit marks and maintain continuity between takes

  • Arrive camera-ready with wardrobe reflecting everyday urban style

  • Collaborate respectfully with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

  • Open to all ages and identities; no acting experience needed

  • Must be able to self-report to the London set on the scheduled shoot day

  • Physically comfortable standing, walking, and repeating actions for multiple takes

Compensation

  • Unpaid volunteer role (ideal for building set experience and credits)

  • On-set meals/light refreshments provided

  • Screen credit and networking opportunity with a professional production team

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Actors for Vertical Drama Series Table Read (Volunteer)

Job Description
A Victoria-based production company is developing its first vertical-format beach drama and invites local performers to participate in an upcoming table read. This informal session helps the creative team fine-tune dialogue and pacing while giving actors a chance to network, practice cold reads, and gain early insight into a new summer series.

Job Responsibilities

  • Deliver live script readings in vertical storyboard order

  • Offer constructive feedback on character flow and dialogue

  • Collaborate with writers and producers to shape scene dynamics

  • Arrive prepared and ready to adapt to script changes on the day

Requirements

  • Actors physically located in Victoria, BC

  • Comfort with cold reading and ensemble collaboration

  • Clear, expressive voice suitable for dramatic material

  • Reliable transportation to the table-read venue

  • Willingness to volunteer time for a developmental session

Compensation

  • Unpaid volunteer opportunity (networking, portfolio credit, industry exposure)

  • Priority consideration for paid roles when the series moves into production

  • Light refreshments provided during the read

Job Type:
Model
Skills:
Modeling

Female Models for Major-Artist Pool Music Video

Job Description
A high-profile music video is casting six to ten confident female models for a vibrant poolside scene. The creative brief calls for eye-catching poses beside a luxury pool, capturing sunny, carefree energy that matches the artist’s new summer track. Expect a fast-paced, three-to-four-hour shoot in Miami with a top-tier production crew.

Job Responsibilities

  • Strike dynamic poses around a water-feature set while maintaining upbeat attitude

  • Follow photographer and director cues for close-ups and wide ensemble shots

  • Stay camera-ready, adjusting quickly to wardrobe or makeup tweaks

  • Uphold on-set professionalism and energy throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Female talent, ages 18–30, all ethnicities welcome

  • Height 5’9″ or shorter

  • Arrive hair- and makeup-ready with a white bikini and cover-up you’re comfortable getting wet

  • Comfortable posing in swimwear for multiple takes

  • Reliable transportation to Miami location

Compensation

  • $250 flat rate for approximately 3–4 hours

  • On-set refreshments and standard production amenities included

  • Digital footage or stills for portfolio upon request

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Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Gymnastics

Black or Mixed-Race Gymnast Body Double for Sportswear Commercial

Job Description
A leading global sportswear brand is casting an elite gymnast to serve as a body double for a high-profile athlete in an international campaign. The production seeks a powerhouse Black or mixed-race gymnast with world-class technique, explosive tumbling, and dynamic camera presence. Travel is fully covered; an NDA protects project details until release.

Job Responsibilities

  • Recreate signature routines and athletic poses with flawless form

  • Mirror the featured athlete’s movement style for close-up and full-body shots

  • Collaborate with stunt coordinator and director to ensure precise continuity

  • Maintain peak conditioning and stay set-ready for multiple high-impact takes

Requirements

  • Male or female gymnast of Black or mixed-race heritage

  • Competitive-level skills on floor, vault, and beam or rings

  • Physically fit, injury-free, and comfortable performing elite sequences repeatedly

  • Valid passport and flexibility for short-notice international travel

  • Willing to sign and uphold a strict non-disclosure agreement

Compensation

  • Paid industry rate commensurate with experience

  • All travel, accommodation, and per-diem expenses provided

  • Screen credit plus prime exposure with a global sports brand

$$
Job Type:
Other
Skills:
Running

Female Runner for Global Sportswear Commercial

Job Description
A renowned sportswear brand is casting a dynamic female runner, ages 25–40, to headline an international advertising campaign. The project highlights real athletic performance and celebrates everyday determination. Talent will film action and lifestyle footage that showcases authentic running form across multiple terrains.

Job Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate consistent, natural running technique for cinematic close-ups and wide shots

  • Collaborate with the director to capture varied paces, from warm-up jogs to tempo efforts

  • Maintain energy and focus through repeated takes and location changes

  • Represent the brand’s values of performance, resilience, and inclusivity

Requirements

  • Female, 25–40, with visible running experience and strong endurance

  • Healthy, injury-free, and comfortable performing on camera for extended periods

  • Valid passport and flexibility for international travel under NDA

  • Submit recent athletic photos or video plus a brief running résumé

Compensation

  • Paid industry-standard rate commensurate with experience

  • All travel, lodging, and per-diem expenses covered

  • Production meals, insurance, and on-set amenities provided

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