This is an example of casting red flag, read below… can you spot why it is off?

“We have reviewed your casting submission and you have been selected for the T-Mobile US, Inc test shoot. We are organizing a test shoot for this project, If you don’t mind I’d just like to check your availability with the dates below and if you’d consider working with us on this project. At The New York Fame, Inc, we want to support the creativity and vitality of the world through a creative affluent urban outlet that attracts the attention of a multicultural audience. It is our goal that we will premiere an all-time brand, which will be embedded as a fabric across the states for years to come.
  T-Mobile is the third-largest wireless carrier in the United States, with 98.3 million customers as of the end of Q2 2020. The project is a photoshoot and commercial for T-Mobile. The US wireless company benefited from the twin forces of lockdowns, which made people more dependent on their phones for connection, and the closing of its long-awaited merger with rival Sprint. The deal made T-Mobile the third-largest player in the US telecoms market, trailing AT&T and Verizon, and is expected to give the big phone companies more pricing power.
T-Mobile US is changing wireless for good and as one of the most recognizable brands in the world. We’re about more than dollars and cents. From disaster relief efforts to renewable energy initiatives, we recognize our responsibility, because people come first. That’s what makes us the Un-carrier. T-Mobile US, Inc is moving beyond telecom. While our network grows, we’re leading innovation for the mobile web and the Internet of Things. We’re diverse, passionate, and have an unbeatable team spirit. The moves we’ve made for our customers and employees haven’t gone unnoticed and that’s why We are interested in working with you for a professional photoshoot to create commercial awareness about T-Mobile US, Inc brand. There is no nudity, fetish, bondage, and other adult content involved. This project is strictly for T-Mobile US, Inc.

Furthermore, the test shoot and project photoshoot shoot is November and December respectively. The Management will be responsible for any expenses incur throughout the photoshoot and your escort if you are coming with someone. T-Mobile US, Inc is expanding its products after acquiring SPRINT which has made T-Mobile added 452,000 postpaid phone subscribers in the first quarter.

The next stage to be fully involved in the T-Mobile US, Inc project is the test shoot which you will register for with a refundable fee of $125. With T-Mobile US, Inc our nationwide network covers more people and places than anyone else. And now that Sprint is part of T-Mobile, our network is bigger and better than ever.

Test Shoot Details

Dates & Time Details: Nov 27, 2020 – Nov 30, 2020. 12 noon
We are looking to arrange this test shoot by the end of this month stated above. Do you work during the week or only on the weekends as We’d prefer weekends if that’s possible or any day during the week starting from Nov 21, 2020 for the weekdays test shoot If you are available to shoot. Regarding time, We normally recommend starting at around 12 noon and finishing up around 6 pm if that helps you with travel times but like I mentioned, It’s going to be flexible, and if the time and dates as scheduled doesn’t work for you. Please let me know what dates you have available between now and Nov 30, 2020.

Shoot Location
The test shoots will be shot in your state. Space is limited to get the best shoots and collaborations. We will be working with selected Studios and Photographers for the test shoot which will be known to you after registration

Styling
The test shoot outfit will be provided, Including MUA
Regarding styling, We are happy to also hear your thoughts on what you’d like to shoot in, especially if you have something interesting or more unique in mind or available.

Compensation: $3,000 and a Mobile Phone.
Test shoot Registration Fee: $125 (Refundable)

Final Images
From the test shoot, you would look to get a minimum of 7 images un-watermarked, hi-resolution, fully retouched files that we would choose. You would receive these over the period of around 4-7 working days as we work on them around the commercial work.

Project Photo Shoot Details:
Date; Dec 4, 2020 – Dec 6, 2020
Location: New York
The photoshoot will be used for billboards, commercial adverts, all T-Mobile outlets and print media for T-Mobile US, Inc. Billboards are the best way to be on top with one of the best wireless companies in the United States.

Please Note; All necessary paperwork for this project will be signed before you get in front of a camera.

I’m sorry if that’s an information overload but I thought it better to get as much info across from the start to avoid too many messages backward and forwards and so that you knew what you were getting into from the beginning.

I’d love to hear from you immediately so that we can proceed. We are always open to suggestions and questions.

Thanks again, enjoy the rest of your week and I very much look forward to working with you soon 🙂

Kind regards

Nye Brown
The New York Fame Inc
Casting/Fashion Director
nye@thenyfames.com“

When becoming a model in New York, the first step besides getting your marketing in order, is making sure you find the castings to apply to. The more exposure, the better!

Upcoming models need to always look out for common red flags when it comes to finding casting calls.

A common red flag is castings that have common spelling errors. Not only are they not professional, it could be someone impersonating an actual brand.

Another common red flag is a casting call that requires you to advance them money. An example is a casting client “booking you for a job” but telling you to mail them a check or money order for a shoot. This is NOT legit! A real gig will never ask you to send them a money before you complete the project!

Always do your homework when it comes to working with a casting call client. A simple google search with the email address can come up with any complaints or related casting calls. For more articles, check out the Latitude Talent Blog!