Job Description:
Cocoa Butter is now casting talent for a series of engaging digital video segments featuring food, culture, and personality-driven content. Casting directors are seeking a wide range of participants for multiple themed videos, including duos, families, kids, and individuals with strong on-camera presence. This is a paid opportunity for those who enjoy sharing opinions, cooking, and participating in fun, unscripted experiences.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in on-camera video shoots for themed segments
- Prepare or present food items based on casting theme
- Engage in honest, entertaining conversations and reactions
- Follow direction from the production team during filming
- Be open to feedback and critique on camera
Requirements:
- Must be comfortable on camera and expressive
- Ability to follow specific theme guidelines for each video
- Must be available in Los Angeles or New York depending on role
Role-Specific Requirements:
- Dinner Party: Cookout (LA):
- Must prepare a dish representing a “Black cookout”
- Comfortable receiving critique
- Stand-up comedy background preferred
- Honest Kids Try Each Other’s Lunches (NY):
- Children ages 3–12
- Outgoing and not camera shy
- Best Friends Try Each Other’s Girl Dinners (NY):
- Best friend duo (ages 21–29 preferred)
- Must submit content featuring both individuals
- Gym Addicts Try Each Other’s High Protein Meals (NY):
- Familiar with meal prep or macros
- Active/fitness-oriented lifestyle
- Immigrant Parents Try Each Other’s “Americanized” Dishes (NY):
- Accents encouraged
- Gen X preferred but not required
- Black People Try Each Other’s Funeral Plates (LA):
- Strong sense of humor
- Dish must include protein, two sides, and dessert
Compensation:
- $315 per participant (includes ingredient reimbursement)
- Transportation not provided
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Job Description
A new television docu-series is looking for memorable individuals and friend groups with bold, entertaining personalities and compelling real-life dynamics. The production is seeking people who naturally stand out, live life to the fullest, and have the kind of chemistry, stories, and personalities that could translate well to television. This opportunity is particularly suited to groups of friends who are loud, fun, unforgettable, and comfortable sharing their lives and relationships on camera.
Job Responsibilities
- Participate in an unscripted television docu-series if selected.
- Share authentic aspects of your lifestyle, friendships, and experiences on camera.
- Engage naturally with friends and other participants during filming.
- Be comfortable allowing production to document real-life interactions and personalities.
- Follow production guidance throughout the filming process.
Requirements
- Open to individuals and groups of friends.
- Seeking loud, memorable, and undeniable personalities.
- Must be comfortable appearing on television.
- Should have interesting friendships, lifestyles, stories, or group dynamics.
Compensation
- Compensation is not specified.
