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 families and couples for a photo/video shoot for Gerber Gear. We’re looking for:
Camping Family all genders and identities | Families with two parents and at least one kid under 18 who enjoy camping together. Families with more kids welcome to submit! Your family should be comfortable cooking camp meals, enjoying a campfire, and doing some light hiking.
Adventure Couple 18+, all genders and identities | Couples with two partners age 18+ who enjoy camping, hiking, and other outdoor activities.
No professional acting/modeling experience is needed to apply. You should feel comfortable on camera and be good at taking direction.
PROJECT INFORMATION
ADVERTISER: Gerber Gear
TYPE: Photo + Video
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Stills only projects: all talent are welcome to submit, regardless of union status.
For video projects, the project will be listed as either SAG-AFTRA or Non-Union.
Non-union projects: Non-union and Fi-Core talent are eligible (SAG talent should not apply.) Casting does not verify talent’s union status with SAG.
SAG projects: All talent are eligible to submit, but if hired must be cleared to work by SAG. This means that before shooting, SAG members may need to resolve unpaid dues, and non-union talent may be required to join the union in order to work.
If you do not know what this means, you are most likely non-union and can apply to any project.
UNION STATUS: Non-union
SHOOT LOCATION: Government Cove, OR
SHOOT DATES: Tue 6/27 - Thu 6/29 (1-2 days, TBD)
Please only apply if you can be flexible enough to clear the entire day/evening for any of the shoot date(s) listed, as requested. Do not apply if you will be out of town or if you have immovable conflicts. Please do not clear your schedule after applying, we will request you hold the dates if you are selected.
PAY IF HIRED:
COUPLE: $2000/day per person (1 day, includes session + use)
FAMILY OF 4: $5000 per family per day (2 days, includes session + use)
FAMILY OF 3: $4000 per family per day (2 days, includes session + use)
Mileage/lodging reimbursement available for Portland locals. $75 flat per group for RT mileage between Portland and Government Cove (shoot location).
Talent agents: +20% available on all listed rates.
USAGE TERMS: Two-year North America unlimited below-the-line, including internet, excluding all advertising (stills & video). In perpetuity any archive of social media channels/websites stills.
TRAVEL: We are only considering talent who are based in Oregon/Washington and would not need to fly in for the shoot. OR/WA based talent who live more than 100 miles from Portland will receive a travel stipend: to cover mileage and lodging. Portland residents will receive a mileage stipend to/from the shoot location.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS: Must reside in OR/WA, and be legally eligible to work in the US. Must comply with all COVID-19 protocols. If you have a talent agent, it is mandatory to list your agency on your application.
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.
COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS: No vaccination requirement. Production will follow all state + local guidelines. These policies are determined by the production company, who is the official employer.
HOW TO APPLY
You will need the following materials (cell phone photos/videos are fine).
Camping Family
Please submit with all available parents and all kids under 18.
(1) Family Photo All parents + kids. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. Color Photo.
(1) Video #1 Family Interview. Each family member introduces themselves with name + age. Then tell us about your family adventures. Do you go camping together? What do you like to cook together as a family? Can you give us an example of a favorite adventure together? Make sure all family members get a chance to talk!
(1) Video #2 Cooking together. 1-2 minutes, standing up in the kitchen. Full body. Act out cooking a meal together, making sure everyone has a helpful job (chopping, washing, setting the table, etc). Make sure to have fun! At the end of the video, spend 10 seconds looking surprised and delighted at how great the meal turned out, and saying how tasty it looks!
(3-4) Individual Photos Individual photo of each family member. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. Color Photo.
(3-6) Adventure Photos Photos of your family camping, hiking, or doing other outdoor activities.
Adventure Couple
(1) Couple Photo Recent photo of you together. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. Color Photo.
(1) Video #1 Couple Interview. Each partner introduces their name, then tell us about your outdoor adventures. Do you go camping together? What do you like to cook together when you're adventuring? What other outdoor activities (hiking, biking, climbing, etc) do you enjoy? Can you give us an example of a favorite adventure together? Make sure both partners get a chance to talk!
(1) Video #2 Cooking Together. 1-2 minutes, standing up in the kitchen. Full body. Cook a meal together, making sure everyone participates and you have fun! Show chopping, stirring, straining pasta or veggies, etc. At the end of the video, spend 10 seconds looking surprised and delighted at how great the meal turned out, and saying how tasty it looks!
(2) Individual Photos Individual photo of each person. No hats, sunglasses, or filters. Color Photo.
(3-6) Adventure Photos Photos of you camping, hiking, or doing other outdoor activities together.
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 email us 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, or Tiktok. Our owner, Rachel Mossey, is also on IMDB.
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