Seeking extras for Ypsilanti video feature!
Target Start Date: 10-16-26 · Application Deadline: October 15, 2026
The City of Ypsilanti and the DDA needs volunteers!
Previously called Shop Local, Southeast Michigan Council of Government’s Experience Southeast Michigan video series provides a glimpse of the countless shopping, dining, cultural, entertainment, and recreational experiences available to Southeast Michigan’s residents and visitors. In partnership with SEMCOG member communities, we produce these videos to help promote parks, trails, businesses, and experiences that make the Southeast Michigan lifestyle what it is.
SEMCOG is featuring Ypsilanti in their next "Experience Southeast Michigan" feature. On Friday October 16th, we need extras for the film. We are looking for one hour commitments throughout the day for various scenes.
Please reach out to us about which hour you would like to sign up for, and we will send you further instructions. Participants who sign up will receive a digital $10 YDDA Community Gift Card as a thank you. Please reach out to elize@ypsilantidda.org if you would like to sign up for one of the following timeslots:
1-2 pm - Walking around West Cross District and near the Water Tower / Campus
2-3 pm - N. Washington Street/ W. Michigan Ave. foot traffic - Playing at Putt-r-round, shopping at the Rocket, walking outside.
3-4 pm - Water Street Path , Riverside Park - Walking in the park or walking/biking down the Water Street Trail
4-5 pm - Depot Town Social District - Window shopping, friends enjoying social district beverages
5pm - If time permits, at Corner Brewery - Eating and beverage shots.
Previously called Shop Local, Southeast Michigan Council of Government’s Experience Southeast Michigan video series provides a glimpse of the countless shopping, dining, cultural, entertainment, and recreational experiences available to Southeast Michigan’s residents and visitors. In partnership with SEMCOG member communities, we produce these videos to help promote parks, trails, businesses, and experiences that make the Southeast Michigan lifestyle what it is.
Examples of finished videos can be found here.
Ypsilanti Downtown District Authority Ypsilanti, MI
Schedule: One-Time