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Casting Call: Newborn Baby for TV Commercial (Auckland Based)

Job Detail:

We are currently seeking a newborn baby, or as close to as possible, for a pivotal role in an upcoming TV commercial to be aired in New Zealand. This unique opportunity involves portraying the early life of a character who will be seen growing up throughout the commercial. We aim to find a baby that closely matches the key traits of the character during his newborn phase.

Role: Newborn Baby Character Representation

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in the filming of a TV commercial, accurately representing a character in their newborn phase.

  • Work closely with the director and crew to achieve the desired portrayal and comply with the shooting schedule.

  • Be accompanied by a parent or chaperone at all times on set to ensure comfort and safety.

Requirements:

  • Age: Newborn or a few months old.

  • Ethnicity: Pākehā.

  • Eye Color: Blue eyes preferred, but not mandatory.

  • Applicants must be based in Auckland and available for the duration of the filming schedule.

  • A parent or chaperone must be willing and available to accompany the baby on set at all times.

Compensation Details:

  • Primary Role: $750 minus tax. This includes the presence of a parent or chaperone with the baby on set.

  • Backup Role: $400 (including the presence of a parent or chaperone on set). If the backup baby is used in the final edit, the payments will be reversed, meaning the backup baby will receive $750 minus tax, and the initially chosen baby will receive $400.

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  • Must be comfortable swimming, floating, and tubing

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04-18-2024

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