Casting Call for African American Male Chefs – Major Brand Commercial
A major brand commercial is seeking African American male chefs with a strong social media presence (5K+ followers) for a paid opportunity in New York, NY. This is an exciting chance to showcase your culinary skills and personality on a high-profile campaign.
Job Description
The selected chefs will be featured in a commercial highlighting their expertise, personality, and love for cooking. This role requires confidence on camera, a strong social media presence, and the ability to represent the brand authentically.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear in a high-profile commercial representing the culinary industry
- Showcase cooking skills and on-camera charisma
- Follow production direction to create engaging and visually appealing content
- Be punctual and professional throughout the shoot
Requirements
- African American male chefs with a minimum of 5K social media followers
- Must be available for one of the tentative shoot dates
- Comfortable being on camera and engaging with an audience
- Must be located in or able to work as a local hire in New York, NY
Compensation
- Rate: $1000 for 12 hours
- Paid opportunity with national brand exposure
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Casting Call for Influencers, Hosts, and Public Figures
Job Description:
A major brand is launching a national commercial campaign and is casting charismatic public figures, social media influencers, and on-camera hosts who proudly represent HBCU culture or are members of the Divine 9. This project celebrates authenticity, heritage, and community leadership, and seeks talent who embody cultural excellence and dynamic storytelling.
Job Responsibilities:
• Represent and promote a leading national brand in a commercial production
• Share your personal journey and authentic voice on camera
• Collaborate with creative teams during production week
• Help amplify the representation of HBCU and Divine 9 pride
Requirements:
• Must have attended an HBCU or be an active member of a Divine 9 organization
• Strong on-camera presence and confident delivery
• Background in hosting, influencing, or public speaking is a plus
• Must be available for shoot and fitting the week of August 25–29
Compensation:
• $5,000 per person (negotiable depending on experience)