Casting Call: Youth Drummer for Commercial Shoot
Job Details: A dynamic and high-energy child drummer is sought for a paid commercial shoot. The selected individual will be featured in a national ad campaign, embodying the spirit and skill of a young rockstar drummer.
Responsibilities:
- Perform a series of drum sequences, including fills and solo parts, with confidence and skill.
- Work collaboratively with the director and production team to capture the best performance.
- Follow the directions for various scenes and provide multiple takes if necessary.
Requirements:
- Age: Must be between 5-7 years old.
- Appearance: Should possess a rockstar quality, looking approximately 5 or 6 years of age.
- Skills: Strong drumming ability, capable of performing a drum fill and sustaining a rhythmic beat for at least 20 seconds without assistance.
- Availability: Must be available for self-tape submissions, Zoom callbacks, fittings, and shoot dates as specified in the casting call.
- Travel: If not based in California, must be willing to travel and stay in Los Angeles for the shoot duration (accommodations and travel covered).
Compensation:
- This is a paid opportunity. Exact compensation to be discussed upon selection.
- All travel and stay expenses will be covered for non-local participants.
- The shoot will adhere to SAG guidelines and compensation, but SAG membership is not required.
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