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$2,000 Upwork Commercial Casting Call

Casting Call: Participant for Commercial – “Casting People Who Hire with Upwork”

Job Overview: We are seeking charismatic individuals in the Los Angeles area who have experience hiring freelancers, temporary, or permanent staff via the Upwork platform. Participants will be featured in a commercial to share their experiences. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your hiring expertise and the benefits of utilizing Upwork for diverse staffing needs.

Responsibilities:

  • Participate in a video shoot for up to 10 hours on one of the days between May 7-9, 2024.
  • Share your experiences and insights about hiring through Upwork in a filmed interview.
  • Collaborate with a film crew, potentially in your own workspace, to create authentic and engaging content for the commercial.

Requirements:

  • Must have hired personnel in one or more of the following areas via Upwork:
    • Software, Mobile, or Web Engineering/Development
    • Admin Support
    • Sales or Marketing
    • Design or Creative
    • Accounting & Consulting
    • Data Science & Analytics
    • Engineering & Architecture
    • IT & Networking
    • Legal
    • Translation
    • Writing
    • AI
  • Reside in or around the Los Angeles area.
  • Comfortable with speaking on camera; no prior on-camera experience required.
  • Must be available for one full day (up to 10 hours) for the shoot between May 7-9, 2024.
  • You will not be required to disclose the company you work for.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Small business owners or individuals with decision-making roles in staffing.
  • A genuine and engaging storytelling ability.
  • Comfortable hosting a minimal film crew at your workspace, if necessary.

Compensation: $2000 for the shoot day. Potential for 20% increase for a second-year renewal. Compensation includes usage rights for 1-Year Digital, Internet Social, YouTube, and OTT platforms.

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Casting Call: Real Mom and Son Duo for Jewelry Brand Commercial

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A heartwarming documentary-style commercial for a major jewelry brand is casting a real mother and son based in the New York City area. The campaign will highlight the genuine bond between a mother and her middle-school-aged son through both print and video. This is a non-union, paid opportunity with filming set to take place in both NYC and Prague.

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  • Participate in a two-part campaign: print photography and on-camera video

  • Travel to Prague for filming and participate in a local NYC print shoot

  • Portray a real, authentic connection between mom and son

  • Follow creative direction and remain comfortable in front of the camera

  • No acting experience required—natural chemistry is key

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  • Mom and son duo (son aged 8–12, mom of any age)

  • Must be based in the NYC area (for local print shoot)

  • Must hold valid passports and be available to travel internationally

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    • NYC shoot: May 27 or 28

    • Prague shoot: June 4 or 5 through June 10

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  • Show genuine enthusiasm and connection to Disney franchises

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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities

  • Represent authentic baseball fandom with enthusiasm and personality

  • Participate in a 1-day commercial shoot in NYC

  • Attend a wardrobe fitting prior to filming

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  • Must be 18 or older

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  • Non-union project

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