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Families Wanted for Chicago-Based Smartphone Documentary
Job Description
A new documentary is seeking real Chicago-area families to share their experience as their child prepares to receive their first smartphone. This heartfelt and thought-provoking film will chronicle five diverse families through the anticipation, decision-making process, and emotional impact of gifting a phone to a child aged 7 to 14. Families selected will be featured before, during, and after their child receives their first phone (provided by production).
This is a unique opportunity to authentically represent your family’s views—whether cautious or tech-forward—on kids and screen time, digital access, and the evolving role of technology in parenting.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in on-camera filming in your home or local area
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Share personal stories, family dynamics, and perspectives on children and smartphone usage
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Allow filming of the moment your child receives their first phone and subsequent follow-up
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Provide insight into your parenting approach and thoughts on digital technology
Requirements
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Must be located in the Chicagoland area
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Families with at least one child between ages 7–14 who is expected to receive their first phone within the year
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Willingness to be filmed over multiple days
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Openness to discussing your views on smartphones and parenting
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Families of all backgrounds and viewpoints encouraged to apply
Compensation
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Phone will be provided for the child as part of filming
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Paid participation
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National exposure in a professionally produced documentary
Casting Call for Real Starbucks Baristas – Summer Commercial Campaign
A major commercial campaign is looking for real Starbucks baristas to showcase their skills, personality, and love for the craft in a fun, high-energy summer shoot. This opportunity is all about capturing the essence of the Frappuccino season—celebrating the artistry, energy, and individuality that make every drink a memorable experience. If you’re a current Starbucks partner who takes pride in your drinks and thrives in front of a camera, this is your time to shine.
Job Responsibilities
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Create and serve signature Starbucks beverages on camera, especially Frappuccinos
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Represent the warmth, energy, and creativity of a real store environment
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Bring your authentic barista personality to the screen
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Work with the production team to deliver natural, charismatic performances
Requirements
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Must be a current Starbucks partner (barista, manager, or supervisor)
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Ages 22–35 preferred
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Must be located in the Los Angeles area
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Skilled and artistic with beverage preparation, especially summer Frappuccinos
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Comfortable being filmed and working in a production environment
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All levels of experience welcome—from new partners to Coffee Masters
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Open to all races, genders, and abilities
Compensation
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Paid non-union commercial opportunity
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Multiple baristas will be cast for this campaign
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Chance to appear in a professionally produced national commercial
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Great exposure and a fun chance to collaborate with fellow partners
Casting Groom and Groomsmen for National Beer Commercial Campaign
Job Description
A nationwide commercial campaign is casting a real groom and his groomsmen to star in a unique wedding-themed spot for a well-known beer brand. This campaign is all about staying “cool under pressure”—literally. The selected groom will wear a custom Cold Tux while his groomsmen are outfitted with matching Brrr Ties during their actual wedding day. A professional film crew will be on-site to capture key moments, surprises, and celebrations as part of the commercial shoot. If you’re getting married before July 13, 2025, and you’ve got confidence, humor, and a love for celebration, this is your chance to make wedding history.
Job Responsibilities
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Groom will wear a custom Cold Tux during his real-life wedding
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Groomsmen will wear custom Brrr Ties to match the groom
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Appear in behind-the-scenes and featured footage filmed at the wedding
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Participate in a tuxedo fitting in Los Angeles prior to the wedding
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Be available for Zoom callbacks and background check process
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Maintain confidentiality to keep the tux reveal a surprise for guests
Requirements
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Groom and groomsmen must be at least 25 years old
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Wedding must take place before July 13, 2025
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All participants must not have prior associations with other beer brands
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Groom must have a strong sense of humor, charisma, and love a good party
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Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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Groom and significant other must consent to a background check
Compensation
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Groom: $5,500 all-inclusive (includes fitting, wedding shoot, Cold Tux & Brrr Tie)
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Groom’s Significant Other: $2,500 all-inclusive
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Groomsmen: $250 each (includes shoot and Brrr Tie, up to 6 groomsmen)
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Wedding Guests: $50 each (up to 25 guests appearing in final cut)