Male Violinist for Period Television Production
Job Description
A television production is urgently casting a male violinist for a size replacement role in a period-style project filming at a historic location. This role requires authentic violin-playing ability, as real performance skills are essential for on-camera realism. The production is seeking a professional, reliable performer who can commit to all scheduled shoot dates.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform violin-playing on camera with authentic technique
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Participate in fittings and rehearsals as required
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Follow direction from the production and costume teams
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Maintain continuity across multiple shoot days
Requirements
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Male violinist
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Height between 5’8”–5’11”
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Chest: 38–42 inches
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Waist: 33–37 inches
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Shoe size: UK 8
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Real violin-playing experience required (miming only, but must look authentic)
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Clean-shaven or moustache only
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No visible tattoos
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No facial or non-removable piercings
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Available for all scheduled fitting and shoot dates
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Able to work on location in Berkeley, UK
Compensation
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Equity rate
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Daily rate: £109.89
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Holiday pay: £13.26
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Travel allowance: £10 per shoot day
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Additional compensation based on performance and skill
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Supporting Artist Casting Call
Job Description
A production filming in the London area is now casting supporting artists with Maltese heritage or Maltese language skills for paid background roles. Casting directors are seeking authentic talent who can help bring realism and cultural authenticity to upcoming scenes filming in June.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a supporting artist in filmed scenes
- Follow on-set direction from the production team
- Bring authentic cultural presence and energy to the production
- Participate in scheduled filming days in the London area
Requirements
- Must have Maltese heritage or speak the Maltese language
- Comfortable working in background/supporting artist roles
- Reliable and professional on set
- Must be available for filming in the London area during June
- Open to all experience levels
Compensation
- All roles are paid
- Opportunity to work on a professional production
- Experience working on a filmed project in London


