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Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call: Recurring Roles for a New Series

Job Description: Kenyon Wells Casting Agency is seeking talented young male actors for two recurring speaking roles in an upcoming series. Acting experience is preferred but not required. We encourage submissions from all BIPOC communities. The production is committed to diversity and inclusivity in its casting.

Available Roles:

  • Role 1: Male, 12-15 years old, of Trinidadian descent (as currently scripted).
  • Role 2: Male, 12-15 years old, a strong hip-hop dancer, of Jamaican descent (as currently scripted).

Job Responsibilities:

  • Perform in a recurring speaking role for the series.
  • Follow direction from the production and creative team.
  • Deliver lines confidently and naturally on camera.
  • For Role 2: Perform strong hip-hop dance moves and follow choreography.
  • Work collaboratively with cast members and crew.

Requirements:

  • Male actors, aged 12-15.
  • Must be able to speak standard North American English with a generic Canadian accent, or an authentic cultural accent relevant to the character.
  • Role 2 must be a strong hip-hop dancer.
  • Must have Canadian work status and be able to work in Montreal, Canada.

Compensation:

  • Details regarding compensation will be discussed upon selection.
  • Filming will take place for 12 days in November 2024, with specific shoot days for these roles to be determined.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call: Actor for Streaming Feature Film

Job Description: Kenyon Wells Casting Agency is excited to announce a casting call for a male actor for an upcoming streaming feature film. We are seeking an individual to fill a role requiring the actor to portray a character who is Russian, within the age range of 20-29 years old. This role is an excellent opportunity for those looking to break into the acting scene, as acting experience is preferred but not a requirement. The chosen candidate will be involved in a project that offers substantial exposure and professional experience in the film industry.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray a Russian character convincingly in terms of mannerism and language.
  • Learn and perform a song in Russian (the song and audio track will be provided; no requirement to be a singer or have a singing background).
  • If necessary, be willing to cut hair in a military style and have facial hair removed to fit the character’s appearance.
  • Work cooperatively with the director, producers, and other actors to bring the character to life.
  • Attend all scheduled rehearsals and be available for the entire shooting schedule.

Requirements:

  • Male, identifies as Russian, aged 20-29 years old.
  • Must be able to carry a melody (although perfection in singing is not required).
  • Must be open to altering appearance to suit the character’s needs as described.
  • Available for a tentative 3-day shoot between March 15th and June 1st, 2024, in Montreal, Canada.
  • Must adhere to all contractual and directorial directives, including costume and behavior guidelines.
  • Must be legally allowed to work in Canada.
  • Comfortable with performing in diverse, inclusive settings.

Compensation Details:

  • The role is paid. Specific compensation details will be provided upon selection for the role.
  • Travel and accommodation expenses for non-local actors will be negotiated if applicable.
  • Additional benefits include exposure in a streaming feature film and working with a professional film production team.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call: Child Actor for Non-Speaking Role in Feature Film

Job Description: Kenyon Wells Casting Agency is seeking a child actor for a non-speaking role in an upcoming streaming feature film. The ideal candidate should be a male who identifies as between 7-11 years old, with deep set eyes or other unusual facial features.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Must be willing to undergo a hairstyle change for the role (a bowl haircut), with the understanding that the production will restore the actor’s hair to a shorter, more standard-looking style at the end of the shooting day.
  • Ability to follow directions and act in the background without dialogue.
  • Maintain professionalism on set at all times.
  • Be available for the entire shooting schedule as required.

Requirements:

  • Male, ages 7-11, with deep set eyes or distinctive features.
  • Acting experience is preferred, but not required.
  • Must have long enough hair to style for the role and be open to temporary hair alterations by the production team.
  • No speaking lines are involved, so applicants can have any accent.
  • Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian if under the age of majority.
  • Must be available for shooting between March 11th and June 1st, 2024, in Montreal, Canada.
  • Must provide a recent close-up photo, full-body photo, and the outside shooting dates availability.

Compensation:

  • Competitive pay according to industry standards.
  • The production will provide hair restoration to the actor’s original style post-shooting.
  • Other standard industry amenities and considerations will be provided.
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