Casting Call for Non-Speaking Roles – Paid Opportunity
A new production is seeking talent for non-speaking roles in an upcoming project filming in Thunder Bay, ON. Both ACTRA union and non-union actors are welcome to apply. The roles include a mother and child, and selected talent must be available for an overnight shoot.
Job Description
Casting a female actor to portray a mother and a young actor to portray a child in a non-speaking role. The production is looking for individuals who can bring emotion and depth to their performances without dialogue.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray characters with authenticity and emotional depth
- Follow on-set direction and contribute to the scene’s realism
- Be punctual and prepared for an overnight shoot
- Work closely with the production team to bring the story to life
Requirements
- Mother Role: Female, ages 35-45, White or Métis, with long dark hair
- Child Role: Male or Female, ages 12-15, White or Métis
- Must be local to Thunder Bay, ON
- Must be available for an overnight shoot
Compensation
- Paid opportunity for both ACTRA union and non-union actors
- Additional details on payment provided upon selection
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