Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair ~ Mermaid Application
We are over the waves that you are interested in mermaiding with us! Before you decide to apply, please read the MER-FORMANCE AGREEMENT in our application below to be "shore" you are aware of our expectations as a participant in the "St. Clair Sweetwater Sirens" Pod Squad. Must be 18 or older to apply. Please take note that there are many fish in the sea and we are looking for ALL levels of ability/experience and you are not limited to being a model, paid professional, etc. (You do not have to own a mermaid tail or be able to swim/perform in a tail--mermaid costumes are accepted as well. Mermaids come in ALL shapes, sizes and colours and we want our very own community members to be a part of our world, too!) Please also note that this is a volunteer position. Your role in our event Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair is not a paid position. You will be placed at events/locations around the park as an ambassador/attraction of Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair. Should you have any questions please reach out to us at mermaidsandmariners@outlook.com.
Mer-formance Agreement
In keeping with an all-encompassing adult and family-friendly event, all participants of the "St. Clair Sweetwater Sirens" Pod Squad agree to the following terms and conditions of their role within our event. APPROPRIATE DRESS: Always maintain appropriate dress in/out of tail • No nudity of any type – including top/bottom or body paint • No nudity during festival, as a festival representative or on social media • Shells are not optional • Modest bottoms – no cheeky bottoms or thongs. APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOUR: No discrimination or harassment (verbal or physical) will be tolerated • Respectful, courteous and kind behaviour always • No foul language of any kind • No cigarettes, e-cigarettes, drugs or intoxication • Moderate alcohol consumption (if 19 years of age or older) during breaks – “No Soggy Mermaids” • Maintain your area organized and debris free • No littering and use of eco-friendly products wherever possible (e.g., re-usuable water bottles). MEDIA RULES FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS: Minimal to no cell phone use while in role/volunteering (excluding your own promotional purposes) • No photos/video of any merfolk getting in/out of their tails • Stay in character and keep “the mermaid magic” alive for all wherever possible • No photos with plastic bottles, containers, etc. wherever possible • The "Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair" logo and name are not to be used in any publication without permission • Under no circumstances should any participant create and/or market flyers, postcards, posters, etc. with logo or original organization name. PHOTO RELEASE: I understand that "Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair" may use any images generated by staff photographers/videographers of my festival participation in all and any publications and media for promotional use. FINAL NOTES: Your participation is very important to us and if at any time you feel uncomfortable or threatened by someone or a situation, please alert one of our crew members/volunteers to help handle the situation. We understand that this day is packed with activity and summer heat; if you should feel ill or overheated, please inform one of us and we will do all we can to assure you are comfortable and safe!
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Applicant Personal Information
Name
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First Name
Last Name
Email
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Phone Number
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Date of Birth (18+ to apply)
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Month
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Year
Date
Mailing Address
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Street Address
Street Address Line 2
City
State / Province
Postal / Zip Code
Emergency Contact
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First Name
Last Name
Relationship
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(e.g., mother, friend, husband, sister, etc.)
Phone Number
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Applicant Professional Information
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Stage Name / Preferred Mermaid Name
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e.g., Mermaid FIRST NAME, Mermaid Sherriel - The Sweetwater Siren, etc. (this name will be used in any social media features)
Current Location
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Home Waters (e.g., closest natural lake/river/body of water)
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Current Occupation
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Fin Brand / Artist (Please note that tails will be available for purchase. You do not need to have a tail to participate. Mermaid costumes are also acceptable.)
I am interested in more information on purchasing a swimmable mermaid tail.
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Years of Experience
Related Experience
(e.g., performer, theatre, teacher, swim instructor, etc.)
Website
Facebook
Facebook Business Page URL (e.g., www.facebook.com/deeplycreative) or Facebook Personal Profile URL (e.g., www.facebook.com/sherri.dewolf)
Instagram
Instagram URL (e.g., www.instagram.com/username) or Instagram Handle (e.g., @username)
Special Talents / Unique Abilities
(e.g., singer, dancer, card reader, fitness instructor, etc.)
Swimming Experience / Level
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(e.g., years of experience, highest swimming level completed, swim instructor, etc.)
Certifications
I carry insurance for my mermaiding experiences/as a professional mermaid.
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I confirm that a current criminal background check would be free of any charges that would affect my ability to take on a community volunteer position.
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Applicant Awards, Sponsorships & Business Information
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Accomplishments / Awards
Sponsors / Endorsements
Associated Companies
Associated Charity
Special Causes / Ambassador
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Image & Video Submission
Images/Video may be used on social media to share your selection as a member of the "St. Clair Sweetwater Sirens" Pod Squad.
Headshot/Full Face Image
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Full Length Image (with Mermaid Tail / Costume if possible)
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Two-minute video explaining why you would like to be part of our Pod.
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Final Notes
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Terms & Conditions
By signing this application, I agree to abide by all rules listed by "Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair" in the included MER-FORMANCE AGREEMENT. I also hereby release and forever discharge "Mermaids & Mariners on the St. Clair", "Deeply Creative" and their respective officers, directors and employees (the “Sponsors”) and the Corporation of the Township of St. Clair, from any and all liability, claims, demands, obligations, injury or any other loss, sustained by damage or injury by the undersigned and/or employees and/or volunteers in the Event. I, the undersigned, being aware of the risks and hazards inherent in participating in the Event, hereby elect voluntarily to engage in such activity and voluntarily assume all risk. In signing the Mermaid Application, I hereby acknowledge and represent that I have read the foregoing release, understand it, and sign it voluntarily and that I am of sound mind and represent the group listed.
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Please verify that you are, indeed, a mermaid!
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