well i got a call from somone different 2123914668 idk if i should go or not but am not going anymore. i go to barizon modeling and acting and they r good
Unfortunately, they are still making these ads (almost word for word from the Apr-7th post). Right off the bat, something seemed fishy. I first got the call from 212-268-9709, and when I answered, the person hung up and then called from this number: 212-594-8000. What company would do this? Perhaps one that knows people are on to them.
When I finally talked to this person, she didn't even introduce herself and just rushed me into setting up a "consultation" as soon as possible. After a few minutes of research, I found out that I was right, it was a good ol' fashioned scam. What's worse, after trying to find the original job ad on craigslist (using the posting id in my search), I have found that it was removed and replaced with a slightly different ad (extras for a movie set in China Town). Needless to say, I will not be coming in for their interview.
I would advise everyone to avoid this place like the plague. If you don't avoid them, don't pay them a single red cent!
I got a call from them (212-594-8000)ealier today and stopped by their office, met with a guy named Bradley Poster. He told me I needed 100 headshots, and I can make $200-$500 an hour or $2000 a day to start. Headshots are $250 and wanted me to take them right there on the spot, but I told him I didn't have a dime or any plastic on me (I lied, just didnt buy into his lies) and I would come back another day for it. They will never see me again!
I would just like to thank everyone who took the time to post about this scam. I too got the same random phone call from 212-268-9734. The girl spoke with a heavy accent and was very vague. I asked where they got my info from and she said she had no idea. Just a little too fishy.
Thank you all again for being good people and helping others not to waste their time. In this economy, every train ride counts.
I am sooooo glad I found/read all of your responses. I replied to and 'extra' ad and yes, this heavy accented girl called and left a message which it seemed she was reading from a paper and rushed me into an appointment. I could barely understand her on my voice mail and on the phone. The number she called from was 212-268-9734 but told me to call back on the 212-244-4483. Beware, slimeballs in this industry still exist.