Toys “R” Us launched a nationwide hunt to fill the company’s newest job: President of Play. One kid between ages 9 to 13 will be selected to to spend a year playing with new toys and games and provide recommendations to parents and gift-givers. He or she will also serve as a Toys “R” Us spokesperson, sharing toy trends with online and promotional videos and attending events across the country.
Parents are encouraged to nominate their kids and submit a one- to two-minute video of their kid discussing their favorite toy or game. Nominees should be comfortable on camera, confident, well-spoken, and a toy lover. In order to be chosen, entries should be submitted before 11:59pm EST on August 17, 2016. The semifinalists chosen will be chosen to participate in an interview and audition with a panel of judges, followed by a public vote. The winner will serve as the Toys “R” Us President of Play for a one year term.
Parents can submit their videos today at www.ToysRUs.com/PresidentofPlay.
