CASTING CALL: PREVENTION RESEARCH CENTERS
DEADLINE : Rolling.
WORK DATES: Thu 5/16 - Sat 6/8, Thu, Fri and Sat evenings
WHO WE NEED
We’re looking for actors age 21+ to assist in an academic research study.
We need actors to portray intoxicated patrons at establishments serving alcohol. You’d be performing a secret shopper protocol and collecting data in teams of two. Actors who have experience in both scripted work and improvisation are preferred.
Please note, the results are for research purposes only. The study is examining the efficacy of safe server training. This is not a sting operation, and no adverse action will be taken against establishments or employees for serving actors acting intoxicated.
We’re looking for a wide range of actors across all ages, genders, and ethnicities.
PROJECT INFORMATION
TYPE: Research project funded by the National Institutes of Health and overseen by professional research staff.
There is no on-camera component (video or photography) to this project. This is an in-person acting gig where you will perform a secret shopper protocol and report the results in data collection forms. Training and scripts will be provided. You will be paired with another actor for each shift.
SHOOT LOCATION: San Francisco Bay area. You must be local to the bay area to be hired.
WORK DATES: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings (up to 20 hours per week for up to 3 weeks) in May and June 2024. Please only apply if you can attend the training and can be flexible for the majority of feild work dates.
Training: Thu 5/16 or Fri 5/17 (1 day, TBD) Paid training, mandatory for all participants.
In-person in Berkeley, CA. Time TBD, most likely evening.
Field Work: Thu-Sat evenings (approximately 6-10pm) between May 17th and June 8th.
We prefer actors who can be flexible to work multiple nights, especially the weeks of 5/16-5/18, 5/23-5/25, and 5/30-6/1.
Locations will vary. Schedulers will take your home location into account when making assignments.
PAY IF HIRED: $30/hr, plus mileage reimbursement to/from field work locations.
TRAVEL: None. Talent must work as locals to the SF Bay Area.
Please note since this is not an on-camera project we will be booking you directly, regardless of whether you are represented by a talent agent. Please still be sure your talent agency is updated on your submission.
HIRING REQUIREMENTS: Must be age 21+ and be legally eligible to work in the US. Must live within the 9 counties of the San Francisco Bay (Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano and Sonoma.) Must comply with all COVID19 protocols.
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.
COVID19 CONSIDERATIONS: No vaccination or testing requirements. Masks may be required for in-person trainings.
HOW TO APPLY
Please submit the following materials:
Required:
(1) Recent Color Headshot This does not have to be a professional photo. Any recent, nice quality photo. No hats, sunglasses, or filters.
(1) Selfie (from today) showing your current hairstyle. Minimal makeup (if any), hair down. Color Photo. No hats/sunglasses or filters.
(2-4) Additional Acting Portfolio Images Full body shots, alternative headshots, and/or images from your acting/modeling portfolio.
Optional (Strongly Encouraged)
Participants who submit reels/resumes will be given priority consideration.
(1-5) Videos: Acting Reel and/or Acting Clips Any video submitted will greatly improve your chances of being hired. Scripted dialogue and/or improv videos are great.
(1) Acting Resume (PDF format) Please note this must be submitted to the “Account Details” section of your profile (first page of the application) near your account’s primary headshot.
TROUBLE SUBMITTING?
If your files are too large, you may need to do a manual submission. To do so, please complete the following two steps:
1. Click the “manual submission” button below to fill out a text-only submission form,
2. Use wetransfer.com to email your photos/videos to casting@weeblemountain.com. Please include your full name + the name of the project you’re applying for and the role in the message. Do not send YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, Dropbox, or other links.
If you’re still having trouble, please email us for help.
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.
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