CASTING CALL: Brooks Running
STATUS: CLOSED
We are finished casting this project! If you’re interested in future gigs, please sign up for general consideration.
WHO WE NEED
We need plus size runners for a photoshoot for Brooks Running.
We’re looking for:
Runners who wear a size XL or larger in Brooks apparel. Age 18+, all genders. Road, trail, and treadmill runners of all skill levels are welcome.
We are focusing on plus-size runners, but casting runners of all sizes. Advanced runners size XS-L are also welcome to apply if interested.
You must live in Oregon or Washington to apply. Talent age 18+ must be fully vaccinated (pending medical/religious exemptions) to be hired.
No professional acting/modeling experience is needed to apply. You should feel comfortable on camera and be good at taking direction.
People of all identities (races, sizes, physical abilities, genders, sexualities, religions, ethnicities, countries of origin, and more) who fall within the given parameters are welcome and encouraged to apply. We are committed to representing authentic diversity across all projects.
Don’t fit these roles? We encourage you to sign up for general consideration.
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADVERTISER: Brooks Running
TYPE: Commercial photoshoot
UNION STATUS: Non-union (SAG and non-union talent welcome to apply for stills projects)
SHOOT LOCATION: Portland, OR
PROJECT DATES:
CALLBACKS: Tue 6/14 must attend in person in order to be booked.
FITTING Wed 6/22 1-2 hours, TBD
SHOOT: Thu 6/23 10 hours, TBD. Must be available all day/evening.
Please do not apply if you have any immovable conflicts on the dates listed (going out of town, etc.) Your schedule should be flexible enough to work any dates during this range as needed. Please do not request work off or clear your schedule unless requested to do so via email (we will give you as much notice as possible).
PAY IF HIRED: $2000 total
Pay includes all of the hours listed above (10-hour shoot day, 2 hours wardrobe fitting, and covid testing time), and the usage of your image by the advertiser.
TRAVEL TERMS: Oregon/Washington based talent only. Talent must work as locals to Portland, OR, no mileage/lodging reimbursement available. Talent MUST attend the callback in person in order to be booked. We do not hire talent who would need to fly in for the shoot.
USAGE: PRINT& CINEMAGRAPHS: Global, 2 years unlimited usage from first use, all media except broadcast, including third-party usage rights for partner retailers. Perpetual archival rights in original context allowed for social media.
REPRESENTED TALENT: If you have a talent agent, the pay rates + usage terms may be different. Please see Casting Frontier, Casting Networks, or your agent for confirmed rates.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS: Must live in OR or WA, and be legally eligible to work in the US. Must comply with all COVID19 protocols. Talent age 18+ must be fully vaccinated or willing to take a PCR test., pending medical/religious exemptions.
COVID19 CONSIDERATIONS: The casting process will be 100% remote. There will be no in-person auditions or callbacks. Please only apply if you would feel safe working during COVID19 given the information below. Please note these policies are determined by the production company, who is the official employer.
Production will follow all CDC and OMPA guidelines
All cast and crew age 18+ must be fully vaccinated or willing to take a PCR test in order to be hired, pending medical/religious exemptions.
Note that as on-camera talent, you will sometimes be asked to remove your mask, for active photography and makeup application. You may be in a group scene.
HOW TO APPLY
You will need the following materials (cell phone photos/videos are fine).
(1) Headshot: This does not have to be a professional photo. Any recent, nice quality photo. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. Color Photo.
(1) Slate Video Medium shot (waist up)
Please look directly at camera and state your full name, agency (or “no agency”) and city
Example” “Zi Jones, No agency, Portland Oregon”
(2-4) 30-60 Second Running Videos. Full Body, All angles (Right Side, Left Side, Front, Back)
If running on a treadmill (preferred), you can take separate videos from each angle (Right Side, Left Side, Front, Back). Please make sure your full body is visible and you run for at least 30 seconds for each angle.
If running on a track/road: turn around and go back and forth across the frame as many times as needed to fill 30-60 seconds. Please make sure each section is long enough to run at a full stride (not short sprints or jogs).
For all videos:
Please make sure your full body is visible head to toe
Run in a full stride (not a sprint)
Please wear running shoes (no barefoot running)
Run for 30-60 seconds in each clip
Front/Back: please run towards + away from camera (see example below)
Left/Right: please run across the frame (see example below)
[Bonus] Slow Motion Running Video: if it’s easy for you to record slow motion on your phone, please include a 1-second slow-mo running video from the side
[Bonus] 1-5 Additional running photos Existing photos of you running! From running events/races or sports modeling work, etc. The more materials, the better!
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Rolling
Please look up your size in Brooks Apparel Size Chart before applying. Please apply even if you do not see your size listed.
If you are represented by a talent agent, please login before applying and make sure your talent agency is listed correctly on your profile.
NEXT STEPS: If you are selected for further consideration, we will reach out to you with next steps. Please note that if you are not selected, you will not receive a notice.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS: The submission software can be a bit touchy! Please read these tips carefully to ensure a smooth upload:
Use the web browser Google Chrome (instead of Safari, Firefox, etc) and make sure you have a strong internet connection. Download Chrome here if needed (recommended).
Make sure you’re uploading one of the following file types:
Videos: MP4 or MOV (please convert files if they are in a different format).
Photos: JPG, JPEG, HEIC, or PNG.
Resumes: PDF
Large files take several minutes to upload. Do not exit or refresh the page.
We recommend filming on your cell phone so file sizes are smaller and easier to transfer.
TROUBLE LOGGING IN? Please submit as a guest, it will not affect your consideration.
STILL CAN’T SUBMIT? Sorry for the trouble! Please follow these steps to resolve the issue:
STEP 1: Please use this link to submit a text-only submission. We recommend logging in or creating an account for best results.
STEP 2: Use wetransfer.com to email your photos/videos to casting@weeblemountain.com. Please include your full name + the name of the project in the message. Do not send YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, Dropbox, or other links.
We will email you to confirm we have received your submission within 2 business days.
Non-Disclosure Agreement: By applying for this project, you agree not to mention your involvement in the project, nor disclose to outside parties any details regarding the advertiser, product, or shoot that may be shared during the casting process. Violation of the NDA may result in termination and/or legal action.
Our Partners: We recognize the brands we work with may not have a perfect history in terms of media representation or other social issues. We are partnering with them in hopes of moving in a thoughtful + conscientious direction. While we don't represent or speak for the brand directly, we'd be happy to receive any feedback this casting call may bring up, in order to open a dialogue on your behalf. Your voice matters.
Have Thoughts? We strive to use inclusive and affirming language in our casting process. Please let us know if you have any feedback for us.
About Us: We’re a casting agency that finds actors, models, and extras for photoshoots, commercials, TV, and movies. You can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Our owner, Rachel Mossey, is also on IMDB.
Interested in Other Gigs? We encourage you to visit our sign up page to learn about general consideration.