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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Musicians for Commercial Ad
Job Description
Casting real musicians, including singers, producers, and instrumentalists, to participate in a commercial ad. Talent must be comfortable incorporating an AI tool into their creative workflow and delivering lines naturally on camera without sounding sales-driven.
Job Responsibilities
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Demonstrate your skills as a musician on camera
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Incorporate an AI tool into your workflow naturally
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Deliver scripted lines in a relatable and authentic way
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Showcase your creative process in a self-shot or on-set video
Requirements
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Open to singers, producers, and instrumentalists
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Must be confident on camera and able to deliver lines naturally
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Ability to self-shoot remotely or work on set in Los Angeles if local
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Provide a video submission showing part of your creative process, including speaking to the camera and performing
Compensation
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$150 per hour (2-hour minimum guaranteed)