Tess Joseph Casting

Casting Call for Father/Mother Role in Independent International Feature Film

Job Description:

Tess Joseph Casting is seeking talented individuals residing in Maharashtra (including Pune and Mumbai) for secondary roles in an independent international feature film. The selected actors will portray the roles of a father and mother who have worked as laborers throughout their lives and are parents to a teenage boy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a globally recognized production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accurately portray the role of a working-class parent in an authentic and emotional performance.
• Deliver lines fluently in Marathi and Hindi.
• Collaborate with the production team to bring depth and realism to the character.
• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions.

Requirements:

• Age: Must look between early 40s to late 40s.
• Language: Proficiency in both Marathi and Hindi is essential.
• Residency: Must reside in Maharashtra.
• Acting Experience: Prior acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be discussed upon selection and are aligned with industry standards.

Casting Secondary Roles and Day Players for Independent International Feature Film

Job Description:
Tess Joseph Casting is seeking talented actors for smaller secondary roles and day player positions in an independent international feature film. This production prefers actors from or near Wai, Satara, Mahabaleshwar, and surrounding areas. Roles involve minimal dialogue and strong reaction-based acting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform assigned roles authentically to reflect the characters’ backgrounds and dynamics.
• Deliver performances in Marathi and Hindi for all roles, with some requiring English.
• Collaborate with the director to achieve the desired tone and vision of the scenes.
• Submit a professional introduction video and photos as part of the audition process.

Available Roles:

1. Father: Male, late 30s to late 40s, daily wage laborer from a rural village. Marathi and Hindi required.
2. Mother: Female, late 30s to late 40s, homemaker from a rural village. Marathi and Hindi required.
3. Sonu: Female, 20s, house help. Marathi and Hindi required.
4. Golu: Girl, 3–4 years old, daughter to the house help. Marathi and Hindi required.
5. Bunsi: Male, 20s, construction worker and union leader. Must be a strong swimmer. Marathi and Hindi required.
6. Ahilya: Female, late 30s, posh guest at a party. English and Hindi required.

Requirements:

• All candidates must be fluent in Marathi and Hindi (English required for Ahilya).
• Actors must submit an introduction video (mentioning name, age, height, city of residence) and speak a few lines in Marathi and Hindi.
• Submit two photos: one close-up and one full-length.
• Preference for actors local to Wai or nearby areas or with accommodation access.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be shared upon selection.

Casting Call for American Female Actor – Secondary Role in Independent International Feature Film

Job Description:
Tess Joseph Casting is seeking an American female actor in her mid-30s for a secondary role in an independent international feature film, set to shoot in Maharashtra from February to March 2025. The character is written as an American woman (non-Indian origin) who brings authenticity to the storyline with her American accent and fluent English.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an American woman, embodying the role with authenticity and bringing depth to the character as required by the script.
• Work closely with the production team to capture the character’s nuances and contribute meaningfully to the film’s storyline.
• Maintain a professional presence on set, adhering to the schedule and production requirements.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female
• Age Range: Mid-30s
• Accent: Must have a natural American accent and be fluent in English.
• Location: Must currently reside in Mumbai or Pune.
• Legal Status: Must hold valid visas to work in India through March 2025.
• Prior acting experience is preferred, and any relevant training should be mentioned in the submission.

Compensation:

• Details regarding compensation will be provided upon selection.