CASTING REAL PEOPLE!
RECEIVE $1,000-$2,000+ EACH, FOR ONE DAY OF FILMING.
CASTING PEOPLE WHO SPEND TIME WITH A LOVED ONE (65+) IN THE GREATER TORONTO AREA TO APPEAR IN A COMMERCIAL FOR A MAJOR CANADIAN BRAND!
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND ONLY APPLY IF YOU FIT THE CRITERIA.
We’re seeking individuals, aged 30-60, in the Greater Toronto Area who spend time with a senior 65 years of age or over. We are open to hearing from individuals and caregivers who support a senior just by being a helping hand, medically, administratively and/or emotionally. The senior could be a family member or close friend. Please note that we are not looking for PSWs/nurses or medical professionals, we are looking for people who have a personal connection with a senior.
Do you check in regularly with a loved one or neighbour, or spend quality time with them? Do you care for a family member or friend? Do you want to tell a senior how much you care about them and their safety? If so, we want to hear from you!
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PARTICIPATION OF THE SENIOR IS REQUIRED FOR THE SHOOT.
PLEASE NOTE:
- – All notes below apply to you and the senior you are applying with.
- – 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 a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
- – If shortlisted, you MUST be available for a brief online interview with the director on December 1st.
- – If selected, you MUST be available for a COVID test between December 2nd-6th. You will only be required briefly on one day.
- – If selected, you MUST be available for filming during the week of December 6th. You will only be required on one day, but must keep all the dates available until booked.
- – If booked, you will each receive $75 for a covid test appointment and $1,000 for one day of filming. If your footage is in the final commercial, you will receive an additional $1,000.
IF SHORTLISTED, YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED ON OR BEFORE NOVEMBER 30TH.
THANKS FOR APPLYING!
GROUNDGLASS is a premier casting company, we cast people just like you in commercials for brands such as Procter & Gamble, Tim Hortons, Unilever, Johnnie Walker, and Chevrolet.
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