Urgent Casting Call for Young Male Baseball Players!
Job Description: We are seeking intermediate to advanced level male baseball players, ages 9-13, in the Greater Toronto Area for a fun insurance brand commercial shooting in Vancouver. This is an exciting opportunity for young athletes who are confident in front of the camera and can showcase their baseball skills at a high level.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in a brief audition.
- If selected, travel to Vancouver for the filming of the commercial.
- Perform in the commercial, showcasing your baseball skills and outgoing personality.
Requirements:
- Male, aged 9-13, living in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Intermediate to advanced level baseball skills.
- Must be outgoing and comfortable being filmed.
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
- No acting experience required.
- Availability for a brief audition.
- Must be available for travel and filming in Vancouver.
Compensation:
- Receive between $1,800 and $5,800 if selected.
- $600 for the filming day.
- $600 per travel day.
- $300 per down day and $125 per diem.
- An additional $4,000+ if your likeness is used in the final commercial.
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