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Heather Basten Casting

About company:
Heather Basten is an English casting director based out of London. She found her break into the industry at the BFI nearly a decade ago. She then moved into casting for Film and TV.

Open Jobs:

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Young Girls for Lead Role in Blumhouse + Atomic Monster Horror Film

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity awaits for young girls aged 6-9 to star in an upcoming Blumhouse + Atomic Monster feature film. This untitled horror film seeks a lead actress to portray Bela, a perceptive, emotionally intelligent child whose life takes a dark turn when an otherworldly entity resembling her mother invades her world. As Bela confronts eerie truths and navigates between reality and illusion, she must uncover secrets beyond her comprehension. No prior acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray the lead character, Bela, in a horror film
  • Deliver emotionally engaging performances reflecting curiosity, fear, and resilience
  • Work closely with the director and cast in various intense scenes
  • Adapt to on-set instructions and demonstrate a strong imagination

Requirements:

  • Female, aged 6-9 years old
  • Open to all ethnicities
  • Must be based in the UK or the Republic of Ireland
  • Must have a valid passport
  • No prior acting experience necessary
  • A legal parent or guardian must apply on behalf of the child

Compensation:

  • Lead role in a major feature film (details provided upon selection)
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call: Jamaican Men and Nigerian Women for UK Screen Project

Looking for mature Jamaican men and Nigerian women in the UK for an exciting new screen project. This opportunity welcomes individuals with no prior acting experience as well as seasoned performers.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a professionally produced screen project.
  • Collaborate with a creative team to bring the roles to life.
  • Represent diverse cultural backgrounds authentically on screen.

Requirements

  • Jamaican men aged 45–65 years.
  • Nigerian women aged 45–65 years.
  • Must be based in the UK.
  • Open to actors and non-actors.

Compensation

  • Details to be discussed upon selection.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Open Casting Call for BBC Three’s Dreaming Whilst Black Season 2

Job Description:
Heather Basten Casting is conducting an open casting search for Season 2 of the BBC Three comedy TV series Dreaming Whilst Black. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your comedic talent and be part of a groundbreaking production.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a character authentically within the framework of a comedy series.
  • Deliver exceptional comedic performance in a professional setting.
  • Collaborate with the cast and crew to create memorable and engaging scenes.

Requirements:

  • Open to Black individuals who identify as Female, Non-Binary, or Transfemme.
  • Must be able to portray a character of 21 years (playing age).
  • Strong comedy skills are essential.
  • Applicants must be based in the UK.

Compensation Details:

  • Compensation details will be provided upon successful selection.
Contact name:
Heather Basten Casting

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