Film Birdland

Job Description:
An exciting casting call is open for a lead female actor to participate in a one-day shoot for a rotoscope animation feature film proof of concept. This creative project, directed by a well-established Canadian filmmaker, will use the unique animation process of rotoscoping—filming live actors and animating them frame by frame. This opportunity is part of the development stage and not for the final production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character “Ali” in a filmed performance for animation reference

• Express a complex emotional range to convey both a philosophical and sensitive nature

• Collaborate with the director to bring out specific character traits during the shoot

• Participate in a professional, one-day production in Toronto

Requirements:

• Female actor, 18 years old

• White

• Must embody a fiercely intellectual and emotionally layered teen from a wealthy but neglectful background

• Ability to portray a mix of cynicism and hidden romantic vulnerability

• Based in or able to travel to Toronto

• Non-union actors only

• Must submit headshot, resume, and demo reel

Compensation:

• Unpaid role

• Small honorarium provided

• Opportunity to work with a respected Canadian creative team on a visually unique concept