NOW CASTING
BACKGROUND TALENT 4/6
MAJOR TV SERIES
WORK DATES: 4/6/2023
– shoots can last -/+ 12 hours/ Must have open availability/ Dates subject to change
LOCATION: ATLANTA GA AREA
– Must have reliable transportation. Locations may be outside of the perimeter.
RATE: $135/12 + OT
– Paid in the form og check via payroll company within 4-6 weeks
MANDATORY COVID TESTING:
TESTING UPON ARRIVAL
NOW CASTING THE FOLLOWING BACKGROUND TALENT
PARENTS WATCHING A GAME
– ANY ETHNICITY MALES AND FEMALES
– APPEAR AGES 25-60
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