Casting Call: Comedic Performers with Disabilities
Job Overview: We are excited to announce an open casting call for individuals with disabilities who have a knack for comedy and improvisation. We’re looking for vibrant personalities who can think quickly on their feet to create humorous and engaging content in real-time. This project involves filming in both Sydney and Paris, requiring commitment to all specified shoot and travel dates.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate actively in all scheduled filming days.
- Engage in improvisational comedy, responding to various scenarios and prompts with wit and spontaneity.
- Collaborate with a diverse cast and crew to create a dynamic and inclusive environment on set.
- Be prepared for both scripted and unscripted comedic performances.
Requirements:
- Must have a disability (all types of disabilities are encouraged to apply).
- Aged between 20 and 50 years old.
- Open to all genders and ethnicities.
- Strong improvisational skills and a great sense of humor are essential.
- Previous experience in comedy is a plus, but not required.
- Must be available for all the shooting dates:
- Sydney Shoot: May 14th & 15th, 2024.
- Paris Shoot: August 22nd – 29th, 2024 (includes travel, lay days, and shoot days).
- Applicants must pass a police check (compensation provided).
Compensation:
- $20,000 for six shoot days.
- Approximately 5 travel/lay days at $500 each.
- $350 compensation for the police check.
- $100 per diems per day.
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Perform as on-camera talent in a commercial campaign
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Work professionally with guardians and production team during the shoot window
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Must be Sydney-based and able to work locally
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Appear on camera as a background actor, featured extra, or supporting artist
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Southeast Asian talent of all ages (approximately ages 3–100)
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Particularly seeking Vietnamese, Laotian, and Cambodian talent
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Chinese and Thai ethnicities also encouraged to apply
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Comfortable working on a film set for single-day or multi-day bookings
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Paid roles (rates vary by role and booking length)
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Must have a physical disability
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Must be Melbourne-based
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No acting experience required
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Paid TV commercial role (rate provided upon selection)
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Appear on camera as a professional chef for a vitamin supplement commercial shoot
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Follow simple on-set direction while maintaining a confident, professional presence
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Work efficiently within a production schedule during the shoot day(s)
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Female chef, ages 35–45
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Must be Sydney-based
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Professional cooking experience (commercial kitchen background preferred)
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Comfortable being filmed in a commercial/advertising production environment
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$3,000 for 1 shoot day (if cast)
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Create or appear in social content focused on beauty, aesthetics, and lifestyle.
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Represent brands/services with a polished, camera-ready presence.
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Communicate professionally with the casting team and follow content guidelines if selected.
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Female influencers, 18+.
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Must live in Pilar.
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Strong interest in aesthetics/beauty and comfortable being on camera.
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Active social media presence preferred.
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Appear on camera in a TV commercial campaign with your assistance dog.
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Follow direction from the director and commercial production team.
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Work calmly and professionally on set alongside your assistance dog.
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Participate in any required callback process prior to filming.
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Woman in her 30s.
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Must have an assistance dog and be comfortable appearing together on camera.
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Must be Victoria-based (local hire).
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$4,000 talent fee.
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1 shoot day (up to 10 hours).
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Appear on camera as yourself (or with your real friends) in a lifestyle advertising campaign.
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Take direction from the director and production team to capture natural, authentic moments.
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Remain professional, punctual, and camera-ready throughout the shoot day.
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Individuals and/or real friendship groups, ages 25–35 (must be 25+).
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Must be Sydney-based (local hire).
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Confident, outgoing, and comfortable being filmed in a commercial setting.
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All genders, body shapes, and backgrounds welcome.
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Appear on camera in a lifestyle advertising campaign as yourself or with your real family members.
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Follow direction from the director and production team to capture natural, real moments.
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Maintain a professional, friendly presence on set throughout the shoot day.
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If applying as a family, interact naturally and comfortably on camera together.
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Must be Sydney-based (local hire).
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Must be 25 years or older.
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Older Mediterranean woman (70–90).
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Mediterranean individuals (25–60).
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Real Mediterranean family (25–90), such as:
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Grandmother (70–90)
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Two parents (45–60)
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Adult child (25–35)
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Open to families with 2+ real family members who fit the roles.
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$6,000–$8,000 AUD per person (fee varies by level of feature).
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Plus superannuation; less tax where applicable.
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Support a carefully crafted short film production with a collaborative, calm, and efficient set workflow.
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Work closely with the director and team to maintain realism, emotional honesty, and consistent tone.
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Contribute to a professional shoot environment that prioritizes care and detail over spectacle.
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Production Designer (PD): Strong eye for lived-in, character-driven spaces; naturalistic, grounded aesthetic.
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Hair and Makeup Artist (HMU): Subtle, realistic styling; able to support character psychology through understated choices.
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1st Assistant Director (1st AD): Experience with small crews and intimate productions; confident managing tight schedules and sensitive performances.
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Production Assistant (PA): Hands-on on-set support; able to assist across departments and help maintain a calm, efficient shoot.
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Must be able to work on location in Windsor, NSW.
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Available for the shoot dates listed in the casting notice.
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Volunteer / low-budget crew role.
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Catering and costs provided.
Job Description
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Create and post promotional social media content featuring a Miami restaurant.
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Deliver authentic, audience-friendly content that highlights the dining experience.
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Communicate professionally with the brand/production team to align on content needs.
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Miami-based creator or influencer.
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Minimum 50,000 followers on at least one major social platform.
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Strong on-camera presence and ability to produce high-quality promotional content.
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Paid opportunity (rate discussed/confirmed by the brand).
Job Description
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Create and film a short promotional video for the financial app
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Present the product in a clear, engaging, and professional manner
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Follow talking points and brand guidelines provided by the client
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Post the approved video on your social media account(s)
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Engage with comments and questions from your audience as needed
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Content creator or influencer with 10K–100K followers
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Professional on-camera look and strong communication skills
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Comfortable promoting a financial app and its features
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Ability to self-shoot high-quality video content
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Active, engaged audience based in the United States preferred
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Paid collaboration (rate and terms discussed with selected creators)
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Potential for ongoing partnerships based on performance


