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Real People Casting for Branded Digital Series in Edmonton, AB

Job Description:
We are seeking authentic, relatable individuals aged 18+ residing in Edmonton to participate in an exciting new episode of a branded content digital series. This episode will explore the often-hidden connection between financial stress and emotional well-being through real-life experiences. No acting experience is required, as this series is focused on genuine stories from real people who are open to sharing their personal journeys.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a filmed session sharing personal experiences related to financial stress, mental health, and emotional resilience.
• Engage in comfortable, unscripted discussions on the intersection of finances and mental health, bringing unique perspectives to this topic.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure a safe and supportive environment for storytelling.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Non-union.
• Reside in Edmonton, AB.
• Comfortable sharing personal stories about financial stress and mental health.
• Possess an engaging personality and an open attitude toward discussing emotional well-being.
• Able to participate in a background check to ensure safety and compliance.

Compensation:

• $200 for the initial session.
• $500 for a 1-year buyout of the footage.

Casting Call for Real People – Branded Digital Series on Financial and Mental Wellbeing

Job Description:
The Casting Group is seeking diverse individuals in the Vancouver area to participate in an episode of a branded digital series focused on the relationship between financial stress and mental health. This non-union series will feature real stories from real people who are willing to openly discuss how financial challenges impact emotional wellbeing. No acting experience is necessary—this is an opportunity for authentic, unscripted sharing.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a filmed interview discussing personal experiences with financial stress and its effects on mental health.
• Share insights and coping strategies in a comfortable, open setting.
• Collaborate with the production team to ensure a safe and supportive environment for authentic storytelling.

Requirements:

• Age: 18+
• Location: Must reside in the Vancouver area.
• Experience: Must have experienced financial stress and be comfortable discussing its impact on mental health.
• Must pass a background check to ensure safety and compliance.

Compensation:

• Session Rate: $200 for up to 4 hours of filming
• Buyout Rate: $500 for a 1-year usage buyout

Casting Calgary Locals (Ages 25-55) for Branded Digital Series – Real Stories of Fresh Starts!

Job Description:
We are casting engaging and diverse individuals from the Calgary area to share their inspiring personal stories in an upcoming episode of our branded digital series. This non-union project highlights real people who have made significant life changes, including career pivots, entrepreneurship, or personal reinvention. We want authentic, unscripted discussions that bring depth to these journeys, with a focus on balancing mental health and financial resilience. No acting experience is necessary, as we’re looking for genuine people with unique stories to tell.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a casual, unscripted discussion, sharing your personal journey of transformation, whether in career, business, or personal life.
• Engage in authentic storytelling, discussing experiences around financial challenges, mental health, and the journey of starting fresh.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture high-quality, compelling content that will resonate with audiences.

Requirements:

• Age range: 25-55 years old.
• Reside in the Calgary, AB area and available for a 4-hour filming session.
• Must be open to sharing personal experiences related to career changes, entrepreneurship, or reinvention.
• Comfortable with unscripted dialogue and able to discuss personal and financial experiences in an authentic manner.
• Background check required for all selected participants to ensure safety and compliance.

Compensation:

• $200 for the filming session.
• $500 for a 1-year buyout of the content.
• Total compensation: $700+.

Casting Teens with Funky Hair/Fashion and Their Families – Non-Union Project

Job Description:
We are casting teens with unique or funky hair/fashion along with their families for an upcoming major campaign for a financial institution. We are seeking real people from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) who are interested in sharing their stories and participating in this exciting project. Teens should be open to dyeing or cutting their hair if required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional commercial campaign as part of a family group.
• Follow direction from the production team and engage naturally in front of the camera.
• Be willing to make minor adjustments to appearance if needed (e.g., hair dye or cut for teens).

Requirements:

• Teens with unique, funky hairstyles or fashion sense.
• Families must also be available to participate in the commercial.
• Must be residents of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
• Comfortable in front of the camera and able to take direction well.
• Open to non-union talent only.

Compensation:

• $600 per session (10-hour day).
• $90 per hour for overtime.
• $75 for hair/makeup (2-hour session).
• $37 per hour for wardrobe (up to 5 hours).
• $5600 for 2-year usage if you are featured in the final edit (buyout).
• Additional 2-year usage options at $6000.

Silent Review Promo – Non-Union Talent

Job Description:

We are seeking English-speaking, French-speaking, and bilingual women, aged 25-35, for a commercial involving the “Silent Review Trend.” Talent will review products in a silent, expressive, and non-verbal manner using gestures and facial expressions. This promo aims to engage audiences with fun and relatable content.

Job Responsibilities:

• Review products silently, focusing on non-verbal communication.
• Express opinions clearly through gestures and expressions.
• Take direction well.

Requirements:

• Ability to perform without spoken dialogue.
• Women, aged 25-35, all ethnicities.

Compensation:

• $500/Session, $1000/Usage (One year digital).