BBC Create Anything Crew Call Out

Job Description:

BAFTA-winning Des Hamilton Casting is searching for a young actress to play the lead role in an upcoming paid short film directed by award-winning filmmaker and photographer Renee Maria Osubu. No previous acting experience is required. The casting team is particularly interested in hearing from children whose lives have been shaped by migration, relocation, or seeking refuge.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead character in a short film.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as directed.
• Work collaboratively with the production team and parent or guardian.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements:

• Female, ages 9–12.
• Must have Middle Eastern or West African heritage.
• English should be your second or additional language.
• Should not have a British accent.
• Lived experience of migration, relocation, or seeking refuge is welcomed.
• Applications must be submitted by a parent or guardian.

Compensation:

• Paid.

Job Description:

A paid water company commercial is seeking a real father and his approximately 5-year-old daughter for an upcoming campaign filming in London on August 18–19, 2026. Casting is looking for genuine family connections and natural on-camera chemistry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray yourselves as a real family on camera.
• Participate in commercial scenes under production direction.
• Work collaboratively with the production team.
• Be available for both scheduled shoot days.

Requirements:

• Real father and daughter (daughter approximately age 5).
• Submit a CV and headshots.

Compensation:

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description:

A water company commercial is casting a real teen brother and younger sibling (approximately age 5–6) for a paid campaign filming in London on August 18–19, 2026. Production is looking for authentic sibling relationships.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear together in commercial scenes.
• Follow on-set direction.
• Display natural sibling interactions on camera.
• Be available for both filming days.

Requirements:

• Real teen brother and younger sibling (around age 5–6).
• Submit a CV and headshots.

Compensation:

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description:

A paid water company commercial is seeking two real housemates to appear in an upcoming campaign filming in London on August 18–19, 2026. Production is looking for authentic relationships and natural on-camera chemistry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray yourselves as real housemates.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Participate in scheduled commercial scenes.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements:

• Two real housemates.
• Submit a CV and headshots.

Compensation:

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description:

A water company commercial is casting real grandparents and their grandchild for a paid production filming in London on August 18–19, 2026. Casting is seeking genuine family members to bring authentic chemistry to the campaign.

Job Responsibilities:

• Appear together in a commercial production.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Showcase natural family interactions on camera.
• Be available for scheduled filming dates.

Requirements:

• Real grandparents and grandchild.
• Comfortable appearing on camera.
• Submit a CV and headshots.

Compensation:

• Paid commercial opportunity.

Job Description:

A UK casting team is searching for a Hero Woman, ages 25–60, for a paid TV commercial and stills campaign. Casting is looking for someone with a unique, offbeat beauty, a confident presence, and a calm personality with natural deadpan humor. This opportunity is open to UK-based talent only.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the featured “Hero Woman” in a television commercial and print campaign.
• Follow creative direction during filming and photography sessions.
• Bring an authentic, confident, and subtly quirky personality to the role.
• Collaborate professionally with the production team throughout the project.

Requirements:

• Woman, ages 25–60.
• Comfortable performing in both TV and still photography campaigns.
• Seeking talent with:
  • A unique, slightly offbeat beauty.
  • Confident, natural presence.
  • Calm demeanor with understated or deadpan humor.
• Previous submissions should not reapply.

Compensation:

• Paid TV commercial and stills campaign.

Job Description:

A global haircare brand is casting a female actress or model for a paid one-day photography shoot in Manchester on August 11. Production is seeking talent whose hair closely matches the campaign’s specific creative requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to work with an international beauty brand.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a one-day commercial photography shoot.
• Showcase the featured hairstyle for a global haircare campaign.
• Follow creative direction from the production and styling team.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout the shoot.

Requirements:

• Female actress or model.
• Must have:
  • Blonde hair
  • Short, thin, or fine hair
  • Bob or long bob hairstyle
  • Fringe/bangs
• Submit:
  • Clear, recent photos of your hair
  • Short bio
  • Portfolio link
  • Instagram profile
• Applicants should only apply if their hair closely matches the required look.

Compensation:

• Paid photography shoot.

Job Description:

A creative production is seeking an Amsterdam-based Camera and Lighting Assistant for a paid photoshoot taking place on August 4, 2026. This opportunity is ideal for crew members with experience supporting camera and lighting setups on professional shoots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with camera setup and operation during the photoshoot.
• Support the lighting team with equipment setup and adjustments.
• Work closely with the production crew to ensure a smooth shoot.
• Maintain equipment and assist with setup and breakdown as needed.

Requirements:

• Experience assisting with camera and lighting on productions.
• Professional, reliable, and able to work on set efficiently.
• Apply by email only (no direct messages).

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description:

Arkowear is seeking an experienced E-Commerce Photographer based in London for an upcoming paid fashion photoshoot scheduled for late August or early September. The project will feature a dark, grungy editorial aesthetic with dramatic, high-contrast lighting and moody imagery. This opportunity is ideal for photographers with a strong portfolio in fashion and editorial photography.

Job Responsibilities:

• Capture high-quality e-commerce and editorial fashion imagery.
• Execute a creative vision featuring dark, high-contrast lighting and moody aesthetics.
• Collaborate with the creative team throughout the photoshoot.
• Deliver professional-quality images that align with the brand’s visual identity.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as an e-commerce fashion photographer.
• Strong portfolio showcasing editorial or fashion photography with a similar visual style.
• Experience creating dramatic, high-contrast imagery is preferred.

Compensation:

• Paid photography opportunity.

Job Description:

A creative studio is hiring a Stylist for an upcoming agency test shoot in Seven Sisters, London. This collaborative opportunity is ideal for stylists looking to build their portfolio while working on a professional studio shoot. Expenses will be covered, and applicants can request the project deck for additional details.

Job Responsibilities:

• Style talent for the agency test shoot.
• Collaborate with the creative team throughout the session.
• Help create high-quality portfolio images.
• Maintain a professional and creative approach on set.

Requirements:

• Experience as a fashion or wardrobe stylist.
• Email to receive the project deck and additional information.

Compensation:

• Expenses covered.
• Collaborative portfolio-building opportunity.

Supporting Actors and Content Creators for Psychological Drama Short Film

Job Description

A psychological drama short film is casting supporting actors and content creators to appear in social media videos connected to the project. This paid acting opportunity is open to performers worldwide who are passionate about storytelling and want to gain experience in a creative film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a supporting actor in a psychological drama short film.
• Appear in promotional social media video content.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Actors and content creators are encouraged to apply.
• Strong on-camera presence and communication skills.
• Professional, reliable, and able to work collaboratively.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be provided to selected talent.