CASTING MUSLIMS
RECEIVE $750-$1,500+, FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING.
CASTING MUSLIMS IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA FOR A MEANINGFUL ZABIHA HALAL COMMERCIAL.
We’re seeking Muslims, 18+, in the Greater Toronto Area who are proud of their faith and culture and are excited to tell Canadians about what it means to be Muslim in this country!
Do you have a profound and emotional story about being Muslim in Canada, or a light-hearted and funny one? We’re open to all kinds of stories, big and small, but what we want most is to know what you want the rest of Canada to know about you, your faith and your heritage!
We encourage you to help friends and family members who may not be tech savvy but have something important to say to apply. We understand English may not be the first language for everyone. We welcome all degrees of English proficiency and accents.
PLEASE NOTE:
– This is a non-union project. No acting experience is required, however, you should be outgoing and comfortable being filmed and interviewed.
– Strict COVID-19 safety protocol will be adhered to during the production of this commercial and it will be produced in accordance with public health guidelines at the time of filming. For more information, please visit: https://www.theaccp.tv/
– To apply, you MUST be legally eligible to work in Canada.
– To participate, you MUST be fully vaccinated.
– To participate, you must be comfortable eating and promoting halal foods.
– If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on February 25th.
– If selected, you MUST be available to attend a brief COVID test in Toronto on March 21st.
– If selected, you MUST be available for filming on March 23rd and 24th. You may be needed for one or both of those dates.
– If booked, you will each receive $75 for a covid test appointment and $750 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $750+ depending on its use. If you are required for a second day of filming, you will receive an additional $500. If filming takes place in your home, you will receive an additional $500 “location fee.”
IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR AFTER FEBRUARY 24th.
THANKS FOR APPLYING!
GROUNDGLASS is a premiere casting company, we cast people just like you in commercials for brands such as Procter & Gamble, Unilever, Johnnie Walker, and Chevrolet.
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