Casting Call: Female Basketballer and Dad for TV Commercial
We are excited to announce a casting call for a unique and heartwarming TV commercial set to air in New Zealand. This casting call seeks a talented female basketball player aged between 14 to 16 years old, alongside her real dad, aged between 40s to 50s. This commercial aims to capture the special bond between a father and daughter through the lens of basketball, destined for screening on New Zealand TV and online platforms, particularly as engaging intros around the One Sports News.
Job Responsibilities:
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Participate in auditions and any required rehearsals prior to the shoot.
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Be available and commit to the shoot dates without any scheduling conflicts.
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Collaborate with the director and crew to bring the vision of the commercial to life.
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Perform basketball-related activities as required for the commercial’s content.
Requirements:
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Real father and daughter pairings only. We will not be casting individuals.
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Daughter must be aged between 14 to 16 years old.
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Dad must be aged in his 40s to 50s.
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Applicants must be Auckland based.
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Must be available for all potential shoot dates: 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th (weather contingency) of March.
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Previous acting experience is not required but may be beneficial.
Compensation Details:
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Dad: $3000 NZD (minus tax)
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Daughter: $1000 NZD (minus tax)
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Compensation Includes: Payment is for the shoot day and for the rights to air the commercial on NZ TV and the Internet for 1 year.
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