Casting Call: Māori Grandmother and Grandson for TV Commercial
Job Details: We are excited to announce a casting opportunity for a Māori Grandmother and her Māori Grandson aged 16 – 20. We are seeking related family pairings such as a grandmother with her real grandson, nephew, or a close family friend. This casting call is for an upcoming TV commercial for a prominent New Zealand brand. The shoot will involve a simple, heartwarming scene where the grandson visits his grandmother for a cup of tea and they engage in a meaningful conversation.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in auditions and any necessary rehearsals.
- Act in a TV commercial, playing the roles of a grandmother and grandson.
- Engage authentically in a conversation scene as directed.
Requirements:
- Applicants must be of Māori descent and represent a grandmother-grandson pairing.
- Must be based in or near Auckland, New Zealand.
- No professional acting experience required, but must be comfortable performing in front of cameras.
- Must have full availability for all potential shooting dates.
Compensation:
- $5,000 NZD each (minus tax).
- Compensation includes payment for the shoot day and rights for the commercial to be aired on NZ TV, cinema, and the internet for 1 year.
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Japanese Talent for Television Commercial
Job Description
A television commercial is casting Japanese talent for an upcoming production. This opportunity is open to performers with a natural on-camera presence who are interested in commercial work and professional set experience.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear in a television commercial portraying authentic, everyday moments
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Follow creative direction from the production team
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Perform naturally on camera in a commercial setting
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Collaborate professionally with cast and crew
Requirements
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Japanese talent, ages 20–60
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All genders welcome
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Comfortable performing on camera for commercial content
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Available for auditions, callbacks, and filming as scheduled
Compensation
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Paid commercial role
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Professional production and on-set experience


