Casting Call for Dad Aged 35-45 for Ad Campaign in Auckland
Job Description:
We are seeking a dad aged 35-45 to feature in an upcoming advertisement campaign for a well-known brand. This role requires a warm and friendly individual who is comfortable interacting with children. The shoot will take place in Auckland, and we are looking for local talent only.
Job Responsibilities:
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Participate in a photo and video shoot for the advertisement campaign.
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Portray a loving and approachable father figure.
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Interact naturally and comfortably with child actors during the shoot.
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Follow the direction of the creative team to achieve the desired outcome for the campaign.
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Maintain a professional attitude and punctuality throughout the project.
Requirements:
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Male, aged 35-45.
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Must reside in Auckland, New Zealand.
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Warm, friendly demeanor with good communication skills.
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Comfortable and natural when interacting with children.
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Previous acting or modeling experience is a plus but not mandatory.
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Able to follow directions and work well in a team environment.
Compensation Details:
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Competitive pay based on experience and the specific requirements of the shoot.
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Meals and refreshments provided during the shoot.
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Opportunity for exposure and potential future work with the brand.
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Professional photos and videos for personal portfolio use (with permission).
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Share authentic personal moments, routines, or life hacks on camera
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Follow direction from the production team to capture natural, engaging content
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Be available for filming within the project date range
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Open to individuals from all walks of life, including:
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City slickers
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Gen Z
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Students
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Tradies
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Truck drivers
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Roading crews
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Firefighters
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Paramedics
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Healthcare workers
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Armed forces
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League players
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Trampers
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DOC workers
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Commercial laundry & kitchen workers
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Bus drivers
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Barbers
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LARPers
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Roadies & stage crew
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Shearers
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Cemetery workers
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Librarians
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Call centre workers
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Port workers
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Bikers
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Mechanics
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Security staff
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Must be near Auckland, Northland, or Christchurch, or be willing to travel
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Must be available for the filming window
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A clean criminal record is required due to background checks
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Must apply through the official link
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No DMs or direct message submissions accepted
Compensation
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Adults in a solo scene or with another person: $3000 (minus tax) each
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Adults in a group scene of 3 or more: $2000 (minus tax) each
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Children/teens ages 1–18: $1000 (minus tax) each
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Content will air on TV, online platforms, social media, and in cinemas for 1 year
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No payment for auditions
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Share your personal tea-break or daily ritual story
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Participate in a relaxed, interview-style session if selected
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Convey authenticity, warmth, and personality
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Collaborate with the production team to bring your story to life
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Open to all ages, backgrounds, and genders
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Must be a New Zealand resident
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Comfortable sharing personal stories on camera or recorded audio
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No acting experience needed—just sincerity and openness
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Paid opportunity