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Casting Call – Short Film – Casting Call for Nadine

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Casting Lead Actress for Emotionally Driven Short Film Role

Job Description
A powerful short film is casting a lead role for the character of Nadine, a resilient mother navigating the aftermath of domestic abuse. The story follows her emotional journey from survival to spiritual rebirth through Rastafari, demanding a performance layered with vulnerability, strength, and transformation. This project will be filmed in Jamaica and features a culturally grounded and spiritually rich narrative.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Nadine, a woman in her 30s to 40s, embodying emotional depth and inner strength

  • Navigate a dramatic arc involving themes of trauma, motherhood, and spiritual awakening

  • Collaborate closely with the director and cast to bring authenticity to every scene

  • Deliver a nuanced, raw performance with intensity and quiet power

  • Be available for all scheduled filming and rehearsals

Requirements

  • Female actor, ages 30–40s

  • Must be based in Jamaica

  • Strong dramatic acting experience preferred

  • Must demonstrate range: vulnerability, resilience, and emotional truth

  • Able to internalize complex experiences and communicate them with subtlety

Compensation

  • Paid lead role (rate provided upon booking)

  • Featured role in a festival-quality short film

  • Work with a culturally immersive creative team

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Casting Young Female Actor for Spirited Supporting Role in Short Film

Job Description
A short film is now casting for the role of Young Zinzi, a magnetic and sharp-witted Jamaican girl rooted in her culture and spirit. This role calls for a confident young performer who can embody energy, emotional depth, and natural charm. Set against the backdrop of a powerful and culturally immersive narrative, Young Zinzi plays a key part in the emotional arc of the story.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a spirited and grounded young girl with tomboyish confidence and warmth

  • Form a believable and emotionally resonant bond with another lead character, Khalil

  • Contribute a vibrant, youthful presence to emotionally charged scenes

  • Deliver lines with clarity and cultural authenticity

  • Follow direction and collaborate with cast and crew on set

Requirements

  • Black female actor, ages 10–15

  • Must be based in Jamaica

  • Must exude natural charisma and strong emotional accessibility

  • Confident, expressive, and comfortable in front of the camera

  • Strong cultural awareness and ability to reflect a truly Jamaican identity

Compensation

  • Paid supporting role (rate provided upon booking)

  • Opportunity to play a standout role in a meaningful short film

  • Work on location with a culturally-driven creative team

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07-10-2025

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