Lead Actor – BFI-Backed Feature Film (Down Syndrome Representation)
Job Description
A new BFI-supported feature film is now casting for a groundbreaking lead role. The team is seeking a young male with Down syndrome to take on the starring role in a powerful, inclusive story developed by a BAFTA-winning casting company known for major titles such as Top Boy, This Is England, and Jojo Rabbit.
No prior acting experience is required—just a passion for storytelling, a strong presence, and a willingness to be authentic on screen. This is a rare opportunity to represent a vital narrative in a major cinematic production.
Job Responsibilities
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Bring depth and authenticity to a central role in a feature film
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Participate in rehearsals, workshops, and on-set filming
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Collaborate with a professional creative team and cast
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Embrace direction while maintaining a natural, engaging performance
Requirements
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Male, aged 18–30
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Must have Down syndrome
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No acting experience needed
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Open to talent from all locations
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Must be available for filming dates (to be disclosed upon casting)
Compensation
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Lead role in a high-profile feature film
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Paid opportunity with professional exposure
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Supportive and inclusive on-set environment
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Real Chefs and Professional Cooks for Feature Film
Job Description
A feature film production is casting real chefs and professional cooks in Los Angeles, CA. This opportunity is ideal for experienced culinary professionals who can bring authentic kitchen skills and dynamic on-camera performance to a high-level production. The role requires more than basic cooking ability, focusing on individuals with strong technical expertise and expressive culinary movement.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform authentic cooking techniques on camera for a feature film
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Demonstrate advanced knife skills, plating, and kitchen operations
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Follow direction from the production team while maintaining natural performance
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Execute fluid and visually engaging culinary movements during filming
Requirements
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Professional chef or highly skilled cook with real kitchen experience
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Strong knife skills, including rapid chopping and precision cutting
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Experience handling kitchen equipment in a professional environment
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Ability to present expressive, performative cooking techniques
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Comfortable working on camera in a production setting
Compensation
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Paid opportunity (rate based on experience and role)
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Work on a professional feature film production
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Opportunity for industry exposure and future casting consideration
Casting Call: Real Couples for Feature Film Kissing Scene
Job Description
A feature film is casting real-life couples for an intimate background scene involving on-screen kissing. This is a night shoot taking place in Conyers, GA, and producers are looking for authentic chemistry and couples who are comfortable performing affectionately on camera. It’s a great chance to appear together in a professional production and earn a bonus rate for the kiss scene.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear on camera as a real couple in a night scene
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Comfortably kiss on screen as part of the scene direction
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Maintain professionalism during extended nighttime filming hours
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Follow instructions from the director and on-set team
Requirements
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Real couples, ages 21–29
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Open to all ethnicities
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Must be comfortable kissing on camera
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Must be available for a night shoot
Compensation
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$150 for a 12-hour shoot per person
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Additional $25 kiss bump per person
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Night shoot in Conyers, GA
We are casting REAL people who watched and remember the rescue of Baby Jessica in 1987. We are interviewing people who were impacted by this event and remember it well. Maybe they called in sick to work to keep watching the broadcast, skipped class, stayed awake for two days…
We are casting REAL people who watched and remember the rescue of Baby Jessica in 1987. We are interviewing people who were impacted by this event and remember it well. Maybe they called in sick to work to keep watching the broadcast, skipped class, stayed awake for two days…
This is a short documentary airing on a major news network in Summer 2021. We are filming in mid-March. Travel and expenses will be provided if necessary. This is a non-union production. Covid protocols will be strictly adhered. Tests will be provided for all talent and crew.