$1,500 Commercial Cairns Casting Call

Casting Call for South East Asian/Polynesian Family – Major Car Brand Campaign

Job Description:
Toni Higginbotham Casting is seeking a Melbourne-based family of South East Asian, Eurasian, or Polynesian descent for a commercial campaign for a major car brand. The selected family will participate in a professional photo and video shoot that showcases authentic, heartwarming family moments, contributing to a campaign that celebrates diversity and connection.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a family unit in a photo and video shoot, following direction to capture natural and relatable family interactions.
• Engage in activities as directed by the production team to create warm, family-centered scenes.
• Maintain a professional demeanor throughout the shoot to ensure smooth collaboration with the crew.

Requirements:

• Family Composition: 5 family members total, including:
  • Parents: Ages 45-50 years old
  • Children: Ages 8-15 years old
• Ethnicity: South East Asian, Eurasian, or Polynesian.
• Must be Melbourne-based and available for the specified shoot dates.

Compensation:

• Rate: $5,000 per family.

Person with a Disability – Department Store Campaign

Job Description:
We are seeking a person living with a disability (ages 15-40) to feature in an upcoming campaign for a major department store. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional production, representing diversity and inclusivity in a large-scale advertising campaign.

Job Responsibilities:

• Feature in a campaign for a department store, participating in both photo and video shoots.
• Follow the direction of the production and creative team to ensure the project vision is met.
• Represent the department store in a positive and authentic way, highlighting inclusivity and real-life experiences.

Requirements:

• Must be living with a disability.
• Open to individuals aged 15-40 years old.
• Must wear size M or size 10 clothing (specified due to sample garment sizes).
• Must be based in Sydney or able to work as a local hire.
• Comfortable working in front of the camera and able to take direction.

Compensation:

• Talent fee: $5,500 AUD (less tax, plus super).
• Meals provided on set.
• Great opportunity for professional exposure in a major campaign.

Casting People with Visible Disabilities for Insurance Company Campaign

Job Description:
We are casting individuals with visible disabilities for an upcoming campaign for a well-known insurance company. This campaign aims to showcase diversity and inclusivity, featuring talent who authentically represent the roles listed below. The shoot will take place in Sydney, and selected talent will participate in a one-day shoot in November.

Roles:

1. Boy (8-12 years old)
2. Individuals (in their 30s)

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a character in the commercial campaign, bringing authenticity and diversity to the project.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to ensure the campaign’s message is clearly conveyed.
• Be professional and prepared on set for the full shoot day.

Requirements:

• Must have a visible disability and authentically identify with the role.
• Available for one shoot day in Sydney (exact date to be confirmed).
• Must be a Sydney-based local hire.

Compensation Details:

• Selected Adult Talent: $3,500 – $4,000 AUD (depending on the level of feature).
• Selected Child Talent: $1,250 AUD.
  (All fees are less tax, plus superannuation)

Casting Call: Individuals with a Visible Disability for Insurance Campaign

Job Description:
We are casting individuals with a visible disability for an upcoming campaign for a well-known insurance company. The campaign aims to promote inclusivity and representation, featuring real people in various roles. We are seeking a young boy aged 8-12 and adults in their 30s to participate. Selected talent will be featured in either primary or supporting roles, depending on casting decisions.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photoshoot and/or filming session as directed.
• Portray assigned roles authentically and follow the creative direction provided by the production team.
• Work cooperatively with the crew and other talent during the shoot.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Must have a visible disability.
• Sydney-based individuals only.
• For child talent: Boys aged 8-12.
• For adult talent: Individuals in their 30s.
• No prior acting experience is required, but the ability to take direction is essential.
• Must be available for one shoot day.

Compensation:

• Adult talent will receive between $3,500 – $4,000 AUD, depending on the level of feature in the campaign.
• Child talent will receive $1,250 AUD.
• All fees are subject to tax and will include superannuation contributions.