Participants Needed for New Documentary on Food and Housing Crisis
Job Description:
A feature film documentary is seeking real people for on-camera interviews to explore the challenges of Canada’s national food and housing crisis. This project aims to shed light on the struggles faced by employed Canadians as they navigate the rising costs of living. If you’re passionate about sharing your story and contributing to an important conversation, this is your chance to make a difference.
Job Responsibilities:
- Participate in on-camera interviews discussing your personal experience
- Share honest insights about living and working in Canada amidst the current crisis
- Be available for scheduled filming dates
Requirements:
- Must be employed in Canada and struggling with food and housing costs
- Open to participating in filmed interviews
- Reside in Toronto or Vancouver
- Available for filming on assigned dates
Compensation:
- Paid opportunity for selected participants
- Chance to contribute to an important social documentary
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Perform athletic movements specific to your sport on camera
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Maintain high performance energy during filming
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Ages 18–28 years old
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All genders encouraged to apply
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Must be based in the United States and legally eligible to work
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Proficient in one of the following sports:
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Running
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Strength training
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Basketball
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Tennis
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Golf
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Soccer
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Paid commercial opportunity
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Opportunity for national exposure
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Filming will take place in Atlanta, Georgia, with a required fitting in Fayetteville, Georgia. Talent selected for this role will portray a key character within the project, making this a standout opportunity for performers looking to build their on-screen credits.
If you are a dedicated actress ready for a featured film role in Atlanta, this casting call is now accepting submissions.
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Portray a featured character in the production “HAL”
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Attend a scheduled wardrobe fitting in Fayetteville, GA
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Participate in filming in Atlanta, GA
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Follow on-set direction and collaborate with cast and crew
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Black/African American female
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Age range: 25–38 years
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Slender build as specified by production
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Available for fitting and filming dates
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Professional, reliable, and comfortable on camera
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$175 for 12 hours
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Appear on camera as a real paramedic or nurse in a government commercial
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Female paramedic or nurse with real professional experience
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Any age range
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Comfortable being filmed in a professional setting
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Reliable and available for the full production schedule
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Paid government commercial role
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Professional on-set experience
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National campaign exposure
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Paid government commercial role
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Participate as a real immigrant family in a government commercial campaign
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Appear on camera in lifestyle-driven scenes that reflect your family’s story
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Be available for 1–3 days of filming as required
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Real immigrant family currently living in Australia
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Any age range (preference for families with at least one teenager)
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Any gender
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Comfortable appearing on camera
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Miles (16) – Japanese Canadian (Mixed Race)
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Participate in a live table read in studio
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Contribute to character development discussions if required
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Must be available Sunday, February 22
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Based in or able to work in Vancouver, BC
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Strong reading ability and comfort performing in a collaborative setting
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Must match role descriptions where specified
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Compensation details provided upon inquiry
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Opportunity to collaborate on a TELUS Storyhive Greenlight short film
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Must be a real wildlife carer with professional experience
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Appear on camera as a real soccer umpire
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Must be a real soccer umpire with match experience
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Older couples (70s)
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Older individuals in their 70s who use a hearing aid
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Age range: 70s
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Sydney-based
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Individuals who use a hearing aid strongly encouraged to apply
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Real female same-sex / queer couple
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