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Subject: Fraudulent Job Recruitment Scam Impersonating Lionsgate Description of Scam: I received a fraudulent recruitment message impersonating Lionsgate (US). The message claimed to be from “Callie Monroe, a recruiter at Lionsgate,” offering a remote part-time job to “update app store data and increase app views/downloads.” The offer promised unrealistic pay ($200–$500 daily for 60–90 minutes of work, $1,000 base salary per 4-day shift) along with generic benefits such as annual leave and flexible hours. The message directed me to contact a U.S. number, +1 (626) 503-7989, for more information. Red Flags Identified: 1. Impersonation: Lionsgate Entertainment Corp. does not use this number for recruitment, nor does it advertise such roles. 2. Unrealistic compensation: Pay rates and terms are not credible. 3. Fraudulent work type: “Boosting app store views/downloads” is prohibited by app store policies and not legitimate employment. 4. Suspicious recruiting practices: Contact was made via text/WhatsApp with no verifiable corporate email or career site link. Potential Harms: • Collection of personal and financial information under false pretenses. • Involvement in fraudulent activities (click farms, money mule operations). • Damage to the reputation of Lionsgate through unauthorized impersonation. Scammer Contact Information Provided: • Phone: +1 (626) 503-7989 • Name used: “Callie Monroe” • Country code traced also to a Chilean number (+56 9 7946 9963) connected with the operation. Action Requested: Please investigate and take action against this fraudulent recruitment scam impersonating Lionsgate.