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Casting: Actor / Actress/ Non-Binary Performer for Short Self-Shot Video Testimonial

CATEGORY: Performer

Ovation Gram
New York, NY
US

Job Details

DESCRIPTION

CASTING: Actor / Performer for Short Video Testimonial – PAID ($150)

$150 flat rate – Non-union – Digital use

We are casting one actor / actress / non-binary performer for a short, self-shot video for a luxury, theatre-adjacent brand.

This is a spoken, on-camera performancenot a spokesperson read, not influencer content, and not real estate or corporate testimonial work. We are specifically seeking performers with acting or performance experience.


IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ

You MUST have access to one of the following spaces to be considered:

• A theatre dressing room (mirror, counter, lights)
• A rehearsal room with mirrors and floor markings (tape/spikes)
• A performance space that clearly reads as theatrical

This space is essential to the concept.
If you do not have access to a space like this, please do not submit.


PROJECT DETAILS

The video features a performer speaking sincerely about receiving a thoughtful opening-night gift.

Tone: grounded, warm, authentic — not salesy, not “commercial announcer.”

• Length: approx. 30–45 seconds
• Shot by performer (simple, well-lit phone or camera is fine)
• Minimal direction provided
• Brand will supply clear talking points


PAY & USAGE

$150 flat rate
• Non-union
• Usage: brand website, social media, and paid digital ads
• May also be excerpted for press coverage


WHO WE’RE SEEKING

• Actors, dancers, and theatre performers
• All genders, races, body types, and ages encouraged
• Strong, natural speaking voice
• Comfortable on camera with access to excellent microphone
• Professional and reliable


TO SUBMIT

Please email with all of the following:

  1. A photo of the space you would use to film (required)

  2. A recent headshot or photo

  3. A short voice or video sample (phone is fine. Please use the microphone you will use for the shoot)

  4. Deadline is 1/1/26. Please confirm that you can self-tape within dates: 1/1/26 and 1/5/26.

Submissions missing the space photo will not be considered.


This is a small, thoughtful project created with genuine respect for performers and the theatre community.

Thank you — we look forward to seeing your work.

DURATION

Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 5, 2025

SALARY

$150 per Gig

HOW TO APPLY

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