Casting Call: BALLOON ARTIST for Project Pharma Commercial
Job Details: We seek a non-union actor aged 55-65 to portray a BALLOON ARTIST in an upcoming commercial project for Project Pharma. The ideal candidate should be able to create balloon animals; although balloon animal-making skills are an asset, they are not mandatory for this role. We encourage actors of all genders and ethnicities, including BIPOC options, to audition. The chosen actor should have a youthful and healthy appearance, with a memorable presence that captures attention.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray the role of a BALLOON ARTIST in a commercial setting.
- Bring authenticity to the character through appearance and demeanor.
- Engage in creating balloon animals if possessing the skill.
- Collaborate with the production team to fulfill the creative vision.
Requirements:
- Non-union actor aged 55-65.
- Any gender and ethnicity (BIPOC options highly encouraged).
- Memorable appearance that exudes a youthful and healthy demeanor.
- Ability to create balloon animals is an asset but not mandatory.
- Availability for self-tape submission, recalls, fitting, and shooting dates (see schedule below).
- Must be available for travel during the specified dates.
Schedule:
- Self-Tape Submission Deadline: August 21st, 10 AM
- Recalls: August 23rd
- Fitting: August 30th
- Shoot Dates: August 31st and September 1st (talent required for 1 day)
- Travel Availability: August 29th – September 2nd
Compensation Details:
- Fitting: CAD 75 (2 hours)
- Session: CAD 600 (10 hours) – Overtime paid at CAD 90/hour
- Travel Days: CAD 350 per day
- OCP Buyout: CAD 10,000
- All rates are in Canadian Dollars
- All rates are subject to a 15% agency fee
Renewal Compensation (2nd and 3rd Year):
- 2nd Year Renewal: Initial buyout plus 10%, plus 15% agency fee
- 3rd Year Renewal: 2nd-year buyout plus 10%, plus 15% agency fee
OCP Fee for Unaired Spots:
- If the commercial spots do not air for 6 (six) months from the shoot date, an OCP fee will be owed to the performer: CAD 1000 plus a 15% agency fee
Usage Rights:
- Term: 1-year buyout from the first air date, with an option to renew
- Territory: Worldwide
- Materials/Versions: All materials derived from the entitled shoot, including unlimited edits, lifts, versions, and screen grab still images for all media, including print advertising (ink to paper).
- Media: Worldwide all media (including all print) and TV broadcasts.
Conflicts:
- Exclusivity on the entire vaccine category plus the entire cold/flu category.
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