Job Description
Casting for multiple roles in a bedding brand commercial that will feature both video and photo assets. The tone of the piece is natural, relaxed, and gently comedic, with a storyline involving a medium-sized dog interacting with its owners.
Roles & Responsibilities
Role #1: Young Girl
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Gender/Age: Female, ages 28–35
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Look/Personality: Approachable, expressive, able to convey gentle humor and warmth. Should feel like a genuine pet parent, not a polished commercial model.
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Performance Style: Natural and understated, with authentic comedic timing—especially in silent reactions and “being won over” by the dog.
Role #2: Husband
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Gender/Age: Male, ages 30–45
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Look/Personality: Charming, relatable, comedic potential, not overly polished—someone audiences believe genuinely works from home.
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Performance Style: Strong silent comedy skills; must shift easily from serious work mode to playful or mischievous. Ability to deliver subtle reactions (smirks, “finger guns,” etc.).
Role #3: Wife
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Gender/Age: Female, ages 30–45
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Look/Personality: Expressive, skilled at non-verbal comedy (eye rolls, double-takes, approving nods). Should naturally play off husband’s antics.
Role #4: Dog
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Rate: $600 total, buyout included
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Requirements: Medium-sized, well-trained dog able to follow basic cues (sit, stay, interact). Must fetch a blanket on cue, be comfortable jumping on/off furniture, and handle multiple takes. Should be playful, endearing, and expressive.
Compensation
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Human roles: $1000 total, buyout included.
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Dog role: $600 total, buyout included.
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