Now Casting: Male MPC/Akai Sampler Musician for Commercial Shoot
Job Description
An international commercial campaign is seeking a talented male musician with hands-on experience using samplers such as the MPC or Akai. This is a featured role in a premium production taking place in Croatia. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in digital music production, sampler performance, and a confident on-camera presence.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform using MPC or Akai sampler for commercial footage
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Showcase technical ability and rhythm in a visually compelling way
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Collaborate with the creative team to achieve specific performance shots
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Participate in pre-shoot fittings and follow on-set direction professionally
Requirements
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Male, age 50+, any ethnicity
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Must be a real musician with experience using MPC or Akai samplers
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Must have a valid passport with a minimum of 6 months validity
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Comfortable traveling and filming internationally
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Must include a description of musical experience in the submission
Compensation
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OCP session fee: $750 for 10 hours
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Overtime: 1.5x hourly rate
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Travel day: $375
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Fitting: $150 for 2 hours
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Buyout: $3,500 if recognizable in final content
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Optional Print/OOH Buyout: $1,500
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Option Term 1: +10%
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Per diem: $75
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Flights and accommodations fully covered
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