Catch Casting

Casting Families for Paid Home Experience Campaign

Job Description
A unique commercial campaign is seeking fun, authentic families who are current Mercury customers and live in Auckland. This is a one-of-a-kind in-home shoot where your space will be transformed into a fully immersive, interactive light and sound experience. The campaign aims to celebrate resilience and humor by spotlighting real families and their quirky or inspiring household stories. Whether it’s a funny disaster or an uplifting comeback, this shoot brings storytelling into your own home — no acting experience required.

Job Responsibilities

• Share a memorable household moment, from funny disasters to family triumphs

• Participate in an in-home production experience, including a full-day shoot

• Be yourselves on camera—no acting required, just natural reactions

• Host the film crew in your home (which will be temporarily reimagined)

• Invite up to 10 family members or friends to participate on shoot day

Requirements

• Must currently be a Mercury customer

• Household must be based in Auckland (renters and owners welcome)

• Home does not need to be fancy—just safe and suitable for filming

• Open to all family types: solo, blended, extended, LGBTQIA+, or multigenerational

• Must be comfortable relocating to a hotel for up to 3 days before and 1 day after filming (covered by production)

Compensation

• Household: $15,000 NZD (up to 6 people), less tax

• Additional location fee for temporary use and redecoration of your home

• Hotel accommodation costs covered during prep and post-filming days

• Friends and family participating:

  • Adults: $1,500 NZD each, less tax

  • Children: $500 NZD each, less tax

Casting Call for Japanese Female Lead in Short Film

An exciting opportunity is available for a Japanese female actor to star in an upcoming short film set to shoot in the South Island of New Zealand. No previous acting experience is required—just a passion for storytelling and a willingness to step into a leading role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a professionally produced short film
• Participate in rehearsals and filming days to bring the story to life
• Follow direction from the production team to create an authentic and engaging performance

Requirements

• Japanese female, aged 20s-30s
• Must legally work and travel within New Zealand
• Must already be based in New Zealand
• Available for four shoot days + rehearsals between June – September 2025

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for those selected for the role
• Gain valuable on-set experience in a professional film production
• No payment for auditions

Casting LGBTQI+ Teen Boy and Family Member for NZ Television Commercial

Job Description:
Catch Casting is looking for an LGBTQI+ teen boy and a family member (mum, aunt, or cousin) to feature in a heartwarming television commercial for a New Zealand company. The ad centers around the themes of community, family, and looking after one another. We are particularly interested in young people who enjoy wearing makeup and share a close bond with their family members. Non-binary and trans individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a family-centric commercial showcasing authentic relationships and community values.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to deliver a natural and engaging on-screen presence.
• Represent themes of diversity, acceptance, and support through storytelling.

Requirements:

• LGBTQI+ Teen Boy (or non-binary/trans): Aged 13-18, comfortable wearing makeup and performing on camera.
• Family Member (Mum, Aunt, or Cousin): Must share a close bond with the teen and be comfortable appearing on camera.
• Both participants must be based in New Zealand and available for one day of filming.

Compensation Details:

• $5,000 NZD per person (minus tax).
• Commercial usage: TV, internet, and cinema in New Zealand for one year.