Casting Call: Silver Convertible European Car for “Up and Comer”
We are seeking a 2018-2025 Silver Convertible European Car for an upcoming production, Up and Comer, filming in Chicago. This is a fantastic opportunity for car owners to have their vehicle featured in a major project.
Job Details:
- Project: Up and Comer
- Role: 2018-2025 Silver Convertible European (Mercedes, BMW, Audi, etc.)
Responsibilities:
- Provide your silver convertible European car for use in the production on the specified filming dates.
- Your vehicle will be featured in various scenes, contributing to the overall look and feel of the production.
- Ensure that your car is in excellent working condition and available for filming on the scheduled dates.
Requirements:
- Vehicle must be a 2018-2025 model.
- Silver in color (any other color except white or red is acceptable).
- Car owners must be available on both October 22nd and October 24th for the filming schedule.
Compensation:
- $500 per film date for the use of the vehicle.
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