Performers Needed for Hamilton-esque Commercial Shoot

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PSN Creative is casting a handful of performers for a commercial shoot in Buffalo, NY. Tentative shoot will be in mid-September. Models, singers, performance and spoken word artists are encouraged to audition!

The client is a spirits brand that is launching a new vodka experience. The commercial will feature a troupe of 4-6 friends out at a hip bar discussing the virtues of the new vodka experience. The final script is tongue-in-cheek and will play with irony, sarcasm and a cocky wink.

Casting Details:

  • Men and women ages 25-40
  • Looking for a diverse cast in all ways
  • Look hip, fun and sophisticated

Shoot Details:

  • Shooting in Buffalo, NY in mid-September (Date TBD)
  • Rate is $500 + possible 20% agent fee for the one-day shoot
  • Travel allowance may be provided for out-of-town talent

To be considered, please shoot a well-lit video of yourself with clear audio that includes the following elements:

  • A chest-up (like a headshot) introduction of yourself, including your name, age and location. Feel free to include any other relevant or interesting info about yourself
  • A left and right profile shot of yourself
  • A full body, head-to-toe shot of yourself
  • Performance of both of the demo scripts (see below)

Please upload your audition video to a third party site (YouTube, Vimeo, etc) and email the link, any relevant headshots and your contact information to hello@psncreative.com with the subject: CASTING CALL - (Your Name). 

SCRIPT 1 - (Delivered as if you were having a conversation with friends at a bar)

I am not throwing away my shot!
I am not throwing away my shot!
Hey yo, I'm just like my country
I'm young, scrappy and hungry
And I'm not throwing away my shot!
I'm ‘a get a scholarship to King's College
I prob'ly shouldn't brag, but dag, I amaze and astonish
The problem is I got a lot of brains but no polish
I gotta holler just to be heard
With every word, I drop knowledge!
I'm a diamond in the rough, a shiny piece of coal
Tryin' to reach my goal. My power of speech: unimpeachable
Only nineteen but my mind is older
These New York City streets get colder, I shoulder
Ev'ry burden, ev'ry disadvantage
I have learned to manage, I don't have a gun to brandish
I walk these streets famished

SCRIPT 2 - (Delivered as if you were speaking directly to camera/a friend)

Hey... if life were perfect, 
magazines would never smell like perfume,
dogs would walk themselves, 
and algebra would really come in handy.  
Well, look on the bright side, at least there’s AMSTEL LIGHT.
It has only 95 calories,but you still get real imported taste.
You don’t give up a thing.Who says nothing’s perfect?...Amstel Light.

Happy auditioning!

CASTING CALL: Sophisticated Swagger Spoken Word

PSN Creative is casting a handful of talented performers for a commercial shoot in Buffalo, NY. Tentative shoot will be in mid-September. This is a paid, one-day shoot. Travel and per diem may be provided to talent coming from outside the Buffalo, NY area. Models, singers, performance and spoken word artists are encouraged to audition!

The client is a spirits brand that is launching a new vodka experience. The commercial will feature a troupe of 4-6 friends out at a hip bar discussing the virtues of the new vodka experience. The final script is tongue-in-cheek and will play with irony, sarcasm and a cocky wink.

For more details on the commercial and to get instructions on how to submit your audition please download this casting call PDF.

Billy & Pat Vlog: How to Make a DIY Gallery Wall

After more than a year of having blank walls in the the home office, Pat decided to finally hang up his gallery wall. And since it was a great opportunity to share a little bit of DIY knowledge, he recorded the process as a quick tutorial for those looking to get inspired. Take a look!

In addition to the video, we also created some fun animated gifs to promote the project!

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Would your business or service benefit from some new content? Shoot me an email and let's make a plan!

- Pat

CASTING: Models for Major Sports Apparel Shoot

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THE CASTING IS NOW CLOSED

PSN Creative is casting male and female models for a still photo shoot with a major Buffalo-based sports apparel company. Modeling experience is not necessary, but you should look good in a hat!

Casting Details:
- Men and women who appear age 18-25
- Ethnically ambiguous is preferred (but not a mandatory)
- Must look good in a baseball cap

Shoot Details:
- Shooting in Buffalo, NY on Friday, August 18
- Non-local models will be provided one night hotel (Thursday, Aug. 17)
- Rate is $1,000 + 20% agent fee + $150 Travel allowance (gas and hotel) for out-of-state talent

To audition, send an email with model stats (height, weight, age, location, contact info) and headshots to hello@psncreative.com with "Sports Apparel Shoot" in the subject.

Good luck!

An Evening at The Martin House Complex

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Buffalo, NY is home to some amazing architecture. One of the most stunning works is The Martin House complex, a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece built between 1903-1905.

Last year my husband and I visited the complex for a self-guided tour of the beautiful buildings, and just recently we spent an evening with the Buffalo Bloggers Network for a tour of the amazing renovations that are nearly complete on the original house. Here are some photos from the event:

The buildings on the complex are stunning! I could spend hours wandering around and looking at each and every perfectly thought out detail.

If you're in the Buffalo area I would definitely recommend taking a walk around this beautiful campus. Plan your visit here.

- Pat

Playlist: Jams du Jour

 
 

Last month I launched a playlist for those folks longing to be sitting poolside called "I Wish I Had a Pool," but this month I'm sharing something a little less dramatic. 

"Jams du Jour" is my constantly evolving playlist of songs that I'm currently obsessed with. Most of the tracks are upbeat new releases, but you never know when a classic jam will make its way onto the list. Check it out for a revolving selection of feel-good tunes!

To see more of my favorite playlists—or stay up-to-date when I make a new one—follow me on Spotify!

- Pat

Billy & Pat Vlog: Summer Shenanigans

In the newest episode of Billy & Pat Vlog the duo share a compilation of some recent travels and adventures around the Western New York area (and beyond!)

In the video Billy and Pat visited Baker Camp, Liten Buffel winery, the Richardson Olmsted Campus and several other summer hot spots. Take a look: 

Would your business or service benefit from some influencer promotion? Shoot me an email and let's make a plan!

- Pat

Boats, Beer and Rock Climbing at RiverWorks

Billy & Pat Vlog recently partnered with Visit Buffalo Niagara to for a fun shoot at Buffalo RiverWorks.

RiverWorks is a massive waterfront complex along the Buffalo River that features entertainment, sporting events, ice rinks, climbing walls, food, drinks, a beer garden and access to unique boating experiences (like a tiki boat!)

Take a look at the video:

In addition to the video, Billy & Pat Vlog created a series of gifs to promote the clip.

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Would your business or service benefit from some influencer promotion? Shoot me an email and let's make a plan!

- Pat