PROJECT DETAILS
Iron Mountain Casting is currently casting real Western Illinois locals for a commercial with a manufacturing company that produces work-ready transportation solutions. Individuals will play plumbers, lineman, construction workers, etc.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?:
We are currently looking for Western Illinois area locals of all genders and ethnicities from 25-60 years old to play Lineman, Construction Workers, Plumbers, Cleanup Crew and Lineman.
No previous acting or modeling experience is required but you must be comfortable in front of the camera and able to take direction!
All roles are non-speaking.
WILL TALENT BE COMPENSATED?
Yes! Compensation is $600/Person per day. This payment covers talents time and the usage right to the footage. A +20% Agency Fee will paid to any agents for represented talent. Talent must be willing to work as locals, no gas stipend or lodging will be provided.
WHERE AND WHEN IS FILMING HAPPENING?
Western Illinois between October 28th and 31st. Each talent will be needed on set for 1 day, potentially a 1/2 day.
WHAT IS BEING FILMED / PHOTOGRAPHED?
A commercial promoting a manufacturing company. Talent will be filmed doing simple tasks associated with the role they are booked for (Construction Worker, Lineman)
HOW WILL THE FOOTAGE BE USED?:
The footage will be used on the companies social platforms, websites, paid ads, etc.. The usage rights are a general buyout in perpetuity.
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?:
We are currently looking for Western Illinois area locals of all genders and ethnicities from 25-60 years old to play Lineman, Construction Workers, Plumbers, Cleanup Crew and Lineman.
No previous acting or modeling experience is required but you must be comfortable in front of the camera and able to take direction!
All roles are non-speaking.
WILL TALENT BE COMPENSATED?
Yes! Compensation is $600/Person per day. This payment covers talents time and the usage right to the footage. A +20% Agency Fee will paid to any agents for represented talent. Talent must be willing to work as locals, no gas stipend or lodging will be provided.
WHERE AND WHEN IS FILMING HAPPENING?
Western Illinois between October 28th and 31st. Each talent will be needed on set for 1 day, potentially a 1/2 day.
WHAT IS BEING FILMED / PHOTOGRAPHED?
A commercial promoting a manufacturing company. Talent will be filmed doing simple tasks associated with the role they are booked for (Construction Worker, Lineman)
HOW WILL THE FOOTAGE BE USED?:
The footage will be used on the companies social platforms, websites, paid ads, etc.. The usage rights are a general buyout in perpetuity.
NEXT STEPS
Please read over the below and submit the form at the bottom of this website. If this page is still up, casting is still open!
Casting is currently slated to close at midnight on Sunday October 19th
Make sure to prepare the following media before filing out the form.
Casting is currently slated to close at midnight on Sunday October 19th
Make sure to prepare the following media before filing out the form.
PHOTOS: No sunglasses, hats or filters. All photos ideally have bene taken within the last 6 months and reflect your current look
If you have the time, please create a short introduction video answering the following questions.
If you don't have the time, skip this step and only submit photos!
The purpose of this video is to confirm your current look and get a feeling for your personality and comfort level in front of the camera. You can record this on a phone. Make sure you have good lighting, can be clearly seen from the waist up, and that there aren't any loud distracting noises. For more information on how to make the best self-taped introduction video you can go here: www.ironmountaincasting.com/selftapefaqs
- Selfie: Take a selfie today smiling with your teeth and looking into the camera.
- Headshots: 1-2 clear photo from the shoulders up looking into camera
- Full Body: 1-2 full body photo facing the camera that reflects your current body type
- Favorite Photos: 2-5 of your favorite photos of yourself.
- Tattoos:Clear photos of any tattoos you have on your hands, arms, neck, shoulders, back, legs or feet
If you have the time, please create a short introduction video answering the following questions.
If you don't have the time, skip this step and only submit photos!
- What is your name?
- How tall are you?
- What city are you located in?
- Do you have any experience in the following fields, if so, please expand. Lineman, Construction, Plumbing, Clean up Crew or similar
- Briefly tell us about your interested / hobbies (no more than :30)
The purpose of this video is to confirm your current look and get a feeling for your personality and comfort level in front of the camera. You can record this on a phone. Make sure you have good lighting, can be clearly seen from the waist up, and that there aren't any loud distracting noises. For more information on how to make the best self-taped introduction video you can go here: www.ironmountaincasting.com/selftapefaqs