Māori Wāhine Toa – TV Series Casting
Job Description: We are urgently seeking a strong, confident, and outspoken Māori wāhine toa between the ages of 35-50 for a paid acting role in an upcoming TV series. The character must be fluent in te reo Māori and embody the strength and spirit of the Taranaki region. This is a unique opportunity to bring a powerful Māori wāhine character to life on screen.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a key character in the upcoming TV series, embodying the traits of confidence, strength, and fluency in te reo Māori.
- Collaborate closely with the director and production team to deliver an authentic and compelling performance.
- Attend all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions in Taranaki.
- Engage with the script to accurately represent the cultural and linguistic nuances of the character.
Requirements:
- Must be a wāhine Māori aged 35-50 years.
- Fluent in te reo Māori.
- Confident and outspoken, with strong acting abilities.
- Must reside in the Taranaki region.
- Prior acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
- Ability to work well within a team and take direction.
Compensation: This is a paid role with competitive rates. Exact compensation details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.
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Lifestyle & Everyday Moments Feature Roles
Job Description
A major campaign is looking for everyday people across Aotearoa NZ to share the small, personal rituals that help get them through the day. From tea-break routines to moments that spark joy, this project will highlight real individuals and the unique habits that shape their daily lives. Talent from a wide range of backgrounds and professions are encouraged to participate.
Job Responsibilities
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Share authentic personal moments, routines, or life hacks on camera
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Participate in a one-day shoot based on production scheduling
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Follow direction from the production team to capture natural, engaging content
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Represent your role or lifestyle authentically
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Be available for filming within the project date range
Requirements
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Open to individuals from all walks of life, including:
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City slickers
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Gen Z
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Students
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Tradies
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Truck drivers
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Roading crews
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Firefighters
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Paramedics
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Healthcare workers
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Armed forces
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League players
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Trampers
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DOC workers
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Commercial laundry & kitchen workers
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Bus drivers
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Barbers
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LARPers
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Roadies & stage crew
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Shearers
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Cemetery workers
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Librarians
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Call centre workers
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Port workers
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Bikers
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Mechanics
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Security staff
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Must be near Auckland, Northland, or Christchurch, or be willing to travel
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Must be available for the filming window
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A clean criminal record is required due to background checks
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Must apply through the official link
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No DMs or direct message submissions accepted
Compensation
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Adults in a solo scene or with another person: $3000 (minus tax) each
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Adults in a group scene of 3 or more: $2000 (minus tax) each
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Children/teens ages 1–18: $1000 (minus tax) each
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Content will air on TV, online platforms, social media, and in cinemas for 1 year
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No payment for auditions