Research Participant (Background Actor)

We are seeking individuals to participate in a paid research study as background actors simulating as everyday bus passengers. Participants will support data collection efforts by behaving naturally in a controlled, real-world environment and must be comfortable being recorded for research purposes.


Project Dates & Schedule:
Dates: May 27th - June 17th
Shifts Available:
Morning: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Evening: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
*Participants may work one shift or double shifts, based on availability

Responsibilities:
- Act as a typical bus rider during a ~5-hour live bus ride
- Ride the bus for the full duration of a ~5-hour shift while acting as a typical passenger
- Act out various real life scenarios while riding the bus (e.g., engaging in casual conversation, using a phone, reading, etc.)
- Rotate between different seats throughout the session as directed
- Participate in brief, natural interactions with the research team (e.g., answering simple questions like "Is someone sitting here?" or "Would you mind moving over?")

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Required Skills & Experience

Requirements:
- Ability to remain engaged for the full duration of a shift (~5 hours)
- Must be comfortable being recorded on video for research purposes and sign a consent form authorizing use of your image
- Comfortable participating in light, natural interactions in a public-facing setting
- No acting experience required-participants should behave as they normally would during a bus commute


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.