Nicci Topping Casting

Young Boys for Commercial – Sports and BMX Roles

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking two young boys to portray younger versions of characters and serve as body doubles. Casting is looking for talented boys with strong athletic abilities, including basketball, football, and BMX skills. These are paid roles requiring performers who can confidently demonstrate their abilities on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a younger version of an assigned character and perform body double work.
• Perform sports or BMX-related action naturally on camera.
• Demonstrate strong athletic ability during assigned commercial scenes.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout filming.
• Work safely while performing athletic activities.

Requirements

• Young Boy 1: Male, ages 9–12.
• Young Boy 1 must have exceptional basketball and football skills.
• Young Boy 2: Male, ages 9–12.
• Young Boy 2 must have strong BMX skills.
• Football ability is a bonus for Young Boy 2.
• Must be comfortable demonstrating athletic skills on camera.
• Must be available for the required production schedule.

Compensation

• Paid roles; rates will be discussed with selected talent.

Independent Short Film – Paid Male Supporting Roles

Job Description

An upcoming independent short film is casting two paid male supporting roles. The production is seeking expressive performers who can create believable characters with strong screen presence and minimal dialogue. Roles include a weathered man ages 30–60 and a mature man ages 75 and older.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a supporting role in an independent short film.
• Portray the assigned character with authenticity and emotional depth.
• Deliver a strong, believable screen presence with minimal dialogue.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male talent ages 30–60 for the Homeless Man role.
• Must portray a weathered, gaunt character with a strong screen presence.
• Male talent ages 75+ for the Mature Man role.
• Mature Man should have a quiet, expressive, and fragile presence.
• Must be comfortable performing with minimal dialogue.
• Strong natural acting and emotional expression are preferred.

Compensation

• Paid supporting roles.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected talent.

BSL-Signing Actor Casting Call in Yorkshire and Manchester

Job Description

A new production is seeking one male and one female actor who can communicate using British Sign Language (BSL). Casting is focused on performers based in Yorkshire and Greater Manchester, with additional consideration for actors from the Midlands and northern England who can travel to the filming location. This project explores sensitive subject matter and offers an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking and signing role using British Sign Language (BSL).
• Collaborate with the director and creative team throughout production.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming as required.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally engaging performance.

Requirements

• One male and one female actor.
• Must be proficient in British Sign Language (BSL).
• Open to actors of any playing age.
• Seeking performers who identify as African-American, Black African, Black Caribbean, or other Black backgrounds.
• Ideally based in Yorkshire or Greater Manchester, though actors from the Midlands and northern England may also be considered.
• Must be willing and able to travel to the filming location.
• Comfortable working on a project involving sensitive themes, including domestic abuse and institutional bias.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.
• Work on a professionally produced film project.
• Opportunity to portray meaningful, impactful roles.