African American or Mixed-Race Actress for Paid Short Film in Los Angeles
Casting African American or Mixed-Race Actress for Short Film
Job Description
A short film production is seeking a talented African American or mixed-race actress to take on a featured role in an upcoming Los Angeles shoot. This is a paid, three-day project designed to spotlight emerging talent in a professional, narrative setting. The selected actress will play a central role that contributes significantly to the emotional arc of the story.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray a lead or featured role in a short film production
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Collaborate with director and cast to bring character to life
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Attend and participate in all scheduled shoot days
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Be fully prepared, memorized, and camera-ready each day
Requirements
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Female, African American or mixed race
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Ages 18–25
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Must be local to or able to work in Los Angeles, CA
Compensation
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$500 per 12-hour day
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Total: $1,500 for the full shoot
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Call time: To be determined
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- Must be available to film during June
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Character Breakdown
Parkgoer
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Job Responsibilities
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Requirements
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