‘Boy Swallows Universe’ Open Casting Call
We are looking for a boy of Vietnamese heritage aged 8-11 years oto play a small role in the TV adaptation of Trent Dalton’s award winning novel.
The series will be screened on a major streaming service.
Filming from late August 2022.
- No acting experience necessary
- You just need to be willing to give it a go.
- Applicants must be based in Queensland and 8 years old and over.
If you are shortlisted afor an audition, we wil lbe in touch within a week.
Barrett Casting have a cast such films as The Invisible Man, Peter Rabbit, Ride Like a Girl, Hacksaw Ridge, The Great Gatbsy and the Sapphires.
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Southeast Asian Talent for Feature Film (All Ages)
Job Description
A film production is casting Southeast Asian talent for paid on-screen roles filming in the Gold Coast region of Australia. Casting is especially interested in Vietnamese, Laotian, and Cambodian communities, with additional interest in Chinese and Thai ethnicities. Opportunities may include background acting, featured extras, and supporting artist roles for kids, teens, adults, and seniors. This is a strong fit for performers who want real on-set experience and authentic cultural representation on screen.
Job Responsibilities
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Appear on camera as a background actor, featured extra, or supporting artist
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Follow direction from the production team to help shape realistic scenes
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Maintain continuity (wardrobe, positioning, movement) across multiple takes
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Bring authentic presence and natural reactions appropriate to the scene
Requirements
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Southeast Asian talent of all ages (approximately ages 3–100)
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Particularly seeking Vietnamese, Laotian, and Cambodian talent
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Chinese and Thai ethnicities also encouraged to apply
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Must be based in South East Queensland / Gold Coast area, Australia
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Comfortable working on a film set for single-day or multi-day bookings
Compensation
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Paid roles (rates vary by role and booking length)
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Single-day and multi-day opportunities may be available
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