Commercial
Office Space Commercial
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Details
Union:Union
Area of media:Commercial
Paid?:Yes
Rates:AOPP ACTRA commercial rates
Deadline:Dec 9, 2024
Cities for response:
Toronto
Commercial 1
This project is a 1-day commercial ACTRA shoot (AOPP rate) for a comedic digital campaign targeting Doug Ford’s inaction on key issues. We’re casting one lead role (a Doug Ford-inspired "Boss" character) and three supporting office worker roles to bring this satirical project to life. We will also be casting 2-4 background talent.

Current AOPP ACTRA rates as follows:
Principal Performer.....$1,071.00
Silent on Camera......$1,071.00
Background Performer....$308.50
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Principal (PP)Doug Ford CharacterMale 45 - 65 Years old
Description
Doug Ford Character (Lead Role): A comedic portrayal of a character inspired by Doug Ford. The actor must bring a strong physical comedy element and convincingly perform a Doug Ford impression, capturing his mannerisms and speech patterns. This role involves the need for exaggerated reactions and comedic timing. Wig and wig fitting will be provided as needed.

Requirements:
Male, white, age range: 45–65
Ability to perform a Doug Ford impression
Strong physical comedy and improvisational skills
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Principal (PP)Healthcare WorkerAll 25 - 50 Years old
Description
Office Workers: Healthcare, Social Services, Finance (Supporting Roles x 3)
Three diverse office workers who represent various public sectors. These characters interact with their boss, voicing their frustrations with issues that are symbolic of Doug Ford’s inaction. Each worker should bring authenticity and relatability to their respective role while contributing to the overall comedic tone.

Requirements:
Open to all genders and diverse backgrounds
Age range: 25–50
Strong delivery of dialogue with clear emotional undertones (e.g., frustration, disbelief, sarcasm)
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Principal (PP)Social Services WorkerAll 25 - 50 Years old
Description
Office Workers: Healthcare, Social Services, Finance (Supporting Roles x 3)
Three diverse office workers who represent various public sectors. These characters interact with their boss, voicing their frustrations with issues that are symbolic of Doug Ford’s inaction. Each worker should bring authenticity and relatability to their respective role while contributing to the overall comedic tone.

Requirements:
Open to all genders and diverse backgrounds
Age range: 25–50
Strong delivery of dialogue with clear emotional undertones (e.g., frustration, disbelief, sarcasm)
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
Principal (PP)Finance WorkerAll 25 - 55 Years old
Description
Office Workers: Healthcare, Social Services, Finance (Supporting Roles x 3)
Three diverse office workers who represent various public sectors. These characters interact with their boss, voicing their frustrations with issues that are symbolic of Doug Ford’s inaction. Each worker should bring authenticity and relatability to their respective role while contributing to the overall comedic tone.

Requirements:
Open to all genders and diverse backgrounds
Age range: 25–50
Strong delivery of dialogue with clear emotional undertones (e.g., frustration, disbelief, sarcasm)
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
BackgroundBackground Office WorkersAll 25 - 60 Years old
Description
A diverse group of office workers who fill the bustling cubicles of a public-sector office.

Requirements:

Open to all genders, all backgrounds, and ages 25–60.
Ability to deliver expressive yet understated reactions (e.g., mild confusion, interest, or exasperation).