Commercial Casting Calls and Auditions

Seeking a Male Sportscaster / Commentator for a Streaming Services Campaign in Toronto!

We are looking for a host of the football show, the role that goes to a Male broadcast journalist / Commentator—aged 30 to 60. This person still understands the game and can direct the conversation/discussion. Our talent should have comedic talent and timing, a strong presence, and the ability to deliver the lines in a sports anchor fashion, with some dry humor. The goal is to play things straight as if they were a natural host leading a pregame or halftime show. Ideally, they have some broadcast/commentator experience.

Compensation is based on per person rate. If selected:

Wardrobe: $75.00.

Session Fee: $500.00./10 hrs.

All-Inclusive Buyout Fee: $7500.00.

The buyout fee is inclusive of the agency fee.

The buyout is based on the survival of the edit and includes all lifts, edits, and versions, with

Multiple 10-second additional versions (included).

Must be available for these dates in Toronto:

• Recall Date: July 20th – IN STUDIO at Jigsaw
• Wardrobe Date: August 1st, 2023.
• Shoot Date: August 3rd, 2023.

FAMILY TRIP CASTING

Product Manager – Commercial Lines

Hybrid work schedule

Buffalo, NY

Merchants Insurance Group, is a leading Property and Casualty Insurer in the Northeast, and is looking for a Product Manager for our Corporate Product Management team to join our Corporate Headquarters located in Buffalo, New York. The Product Manager will become part of a dedicated product management team focusing on managing the research, analysis and definition of new products and product enhancements.

Merchants Insurance Group is proud to be named a “Fast Track” company and Top Private Company for the 4th year in a row by Buffalo’s Business First, a Super Regional Property/Casualty Insurer by the Insurance Journal and has recently been named as one of Ward’s top 50 performing insurance companies in the United States for the 2nd year in a row. Ward’s is the provider of benchmarking and best practices for the insurance industry. They analyze staff levels, compensation, business practices and expenses for all areas of company operations.

At this time, our colleagues are working a Hybrid work schedule. The Hybrid work schedule requires 8 full days per month in the office, with the option to work the remaining days per month at home or in the office. This exciting new Hybrid Work benefit will offer colleagues a flexible work schedule with the ability to remain connected with your Merchants team and colleagues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Directs and manages the research, analysis and definition of new products and product enhancements including new segmentation, coverage/endorsement needs, exposure analysis, pricing changes, marketing opportunities, underwriting changes and training needs for the assigned lines of business.
Achieves profitability goals in the assigned product lines of business.
Achieves company production goals for the assigned product lines of business.
Conducts analysis on every dimension of product performance and uses analysis to recommend and make changes to improve performance.
Analyzes and develops new product opportunities, coverage enhancements and endorsements to improve our profit picture and our market penetration.
Manages the state rate filing process for the assigned lines of business to assure compliance with all state requirements and adherence to company guidelines.
Manages all staff reporting to position. Improves performance of subordinates sharing knowledge and expertise.

Qualifications & Skills:

Qualified candidates will have a 4 year degree or equivalent work related experience.
5+ years commercial lines product management experience required.
Professional designations or working towards industry specific designations are a plus i.e. CPCU.
Previous supervisory or management experience is required.
Knowledge of local industry developments and trends.
Microsoft Office knowledge as well as the ability to work with internal company systems (WINS, ImageRight etc.).
Exceptional organization, verbal and written communication skills are highly desirable.

Merchants Insurance Group Benefits:

Welcoming and positive work environment.
Flexible work arrangements, including flex scheduling and summer hours.
Hybrid work schedule. The Hybrid work schedule requires 8 full days per month in the office, with the option to work the remaining days per month at home or in the office. This benefit offers colleagues a flexible work schedule with the ability to remain connected with your Merchants team and colleagues.
Colleague Appreciation Events.
Competitive pay scale.
Generous paid time off package.
Full Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401(k) employer match amount is 100% up to 6% of your annual contributions. You are immediately 100% vested in the employer match dollars.
Outstanding company bonus programs.
Tuition Reimbursement.

And many more exciting company benefits!! EOE
Merchants Insurance Group

PAID ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY  

We are an NYC-based casting company

Currently casting for a footwear and apparel brand looking to feature a diverse group of talent – All ages, sizes, ethnicities, and backgrounds.  We want to celebrate the diverse cultural tapestry that New York City offers and to highlight the multitude of experiences, languages, accents, and, most importantly, lighthearted rivalries that foster growth and progress.  Looking for those with a competitive spirit!  Who keeps you on top of your game in your community?  IT MUST BE BASED IN NYC! 

SHOOT DETAILS:

Product: Shoes 

Fitting: Aug 1st TBC – 4-6 hr day

Shoot Dates: Aug 2nd – 4th TBC – 12hr day (will be a 2 day shoot)

Location: NYC 

Term: Broadcast TV & Cinema (1 yr ), Print/Press (PR 6 months), internal and archival in perpetuity.   

Usage:  Worldwide Broadcast TV & Cinema/ Industrial/Retail/POS/Digital/PR/Internal & Archival – Stills/Audio/Video/Social.

NON SAG ONLY 

NOW CASTING

NON-UNION ONLY!

CASTING IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

WE ARE SEEKING:

• PEOPLE OF ALL DIVERSITIES
  • Real male and female barbers (30-40)
  • Real Family must include a father (45-55) and daughter (12-17 open to kids with disabilities)
  • Real Football players/ athletes, girls and boys (8-12)
  • Real Mom (20-30) with son (6-8)

PROJECT HAIR SUPPLY – NOW CASTING

Commercial

NON-UNION

Run or Usage: 26 Weeks Broadcast – North America

1 Year Digital & Social Usage – North America

Stills Usage – 1 year digital & social + OOH

Conflicts: Hair Supply Products

Callback Date(s): July 11th, 2023

Wardrobe Date(s): July 24th, 2023

Shoot Date(s): July 26th and/or July 27th, 2023 (TBC)

Rate of Pay: Session Fee – $500 Usage Fee – $1500 ( all-inclusive) Fitting Fee – $75

Location: Toronto

NOW CASTING:

• Non-Union, Agricultural Commercial. Filming Thursday, 7/6 @ 1 PM in Athens, Alabama, for approximately one hour. Pay rate $75 each.

Non-speaking roles:

• Black Male, 21-35, as part of a couple. 
• Black Female, 21-35, as part of a couple.
• Real couples preferred!

CASTING OLD FRIENDS! 

We’re seeking old friends in the GTA, ages 50-80, who love to meet up and play cards or dominos for a fun commercial!

RECEIVE $575- $8,450 EACH IF SELECTED!

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a NON-UNION project. No acting experience is required. However, it would be best if you were outgoing and comfortable being filmed
• To apply, you MUST be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• To participate, you MUST be able to film in Toronto.
• If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on July 7th, 10th, or 11th (TBC)
• If selected, you must be available for a wardrobe appointment on July 19th or 20th (TBC). You will only be required to briefly (about 2 hours).
• If selected, you MUST be available for filming between July 21-24th (TBC). You will only be required for one day of filming.
• If booked, you will each receive $75 for a wardrobe appointment and $500 for one day of filming.
• If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $5,325- $7,825 for its use.

TDA is looking for babies six months to 1yr old for an upcoming project:

The location is West Palm Beach, a total of 2hrs,

The rate is $150-AF

• Afroamerican Baby (Between 6 months – 1-year-old)
• Ginger Baby (Between 6 months – 1-year-old)
• Blonde Baby Between 6 months – 1-year-old)