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Tess Joseph Casting

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Tess Joseph (CSA) is an acclaimed Casting Director who has cast for several prestigious International productions such as Lion (2017), Life of Pi (2012), The Namesake (2006), The Darjeeling Limited (2007) and many more.

Open Jobs:

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead Series Regular Role – International Drama Series

An international television series inspired by Jhumpa Lahiri’s “Unaccustomed Earth” is now casting a lead actor for a pivotal series regular role. This coming-of-age story bridges continents and cultures and calls for a charismatic, thoughtful performer to bring depth and authenticity to a layered character.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray “Kaushik,” a smart, athletic, and emotionally rich 16-year-old character written as Bengali

  • Deliver an expressive and grounded performance across an international storyline from Boston to Mumbai

  • Participate in scenes requiring intimacy and strong emotional range

  • Collaborate with a global creative team in an English-language series

Requirements

  • Must appear as a screen age of 16

  • Must be fluent in English

  • Must be at least 18 years old by May 2025

  • Must hold a valid passport through 2027

  • Must be available for international filming

Compensation

  • Paid lead role (series regular, details provided upon selection)

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for scene work

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Actors for Independent Hindi Short Film

Job Description
A powerful independent short film is casting for key secondary roles. This Hindi-language project will be filmed in Mumbai and Pune and centers on relatable, heartfelt characters in everyday situations. Casting is open to talent based in these cities. This is a paid opportunity for a short shoot with strong emotional depth and narrative resonance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray characters authentically in a Hindi-speaking role

  • Participate in a 1–2 day shoot scheduled between early to mid-June

  • Take direction from the film’s director to bring emotional nuance to each scene

  • Submit required materials (photos, video, and intro) promptly if shortlisted

Requirements

  • Must be based in Mumbai or Pune

  • Submit an intro including name, age, height, city, and relevant experience

  • Provide two clear photos: one close-up and one full-length

  • Include an old audition video if available

  • Character breakdowns:

    • Rupali: Female, 30s, mother to a 7-year-old, works as house help

    • Aarti: Female child, looks 4–7 years old

    • Aakash: Male child, looks 8–10 years old

Compensation

  • ₹8,000 to ₹10,000 INR per day

  • Only shortlisted actors will be contacted

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Job Type:
Dancer
Skills:
Dancing

Casting Call for Featured Indian Dancers for International Feature Film

Job Description
A major international feature film shooting in the USA is looking for skilled Indian dancers to appear in featured roles across an exciting 30 to 45-day production. This opportunity is open to all genders between the ages of 18 and 25 with strong dance proficiency across traditional and modern Indian styles. Talent should be highly expressive, technically proficient, and ready for dynamic choreography on a global stage.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform as a featured dancer in large-scale choreographed sequences

  • Showcase versatility across classical, folk, and Bollywood dance styles

  • Execute movement with precision and creative energy for on-camera performance

  • Adapt to choreography that may incorporate acrobatics or other specialty skills

  • Commit to an extended shoot schedule across July and August 2025 in the USA

Requirements

  • Age 18–25, all genders welcome

  • Must be of Indian descent

  • Valid passport through 2026 is required

  • Previous or current USA visa is a strong plus

  • Must be proficient in at least one or more of the following: Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Bhangra, Garba, Bollywood

  • Additional skills in street dance, acrobatics, martial arts, bone-breaking, contortion, or other specialty styles are a major plus

  • Only shortlisted dancers will be contacted

Compensation

  • Paid opportunity; details provided upon selection

Contact name:
Tess Joseph Casting

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