Casting Search: Pixar Animated Studios Casting Call for Papu Emil
Casting Call: Voice-Over Role for Pixar Animated Feature
Job Description: Pixar Animation Studios is casting a voice-over role for an upcoming English-language animated feature. We are searching for a voice actor to bring the character Papu Emil to life—a 70-year-old Romani musician. Papu Emil is an eccentric and cantankerous grandfather, passionate about family and music, especially in relation to his teenage granddaughter, Lena. Though he can be opinionated and direct, his actions are driven by his deep love and unwavering support for his granddaughter.
The role will require delivering a voice performance that conveys Emil’s lively, playful, and slightly grumpy personality, while also capturing his tenderness and dedication to his family.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide voice-over for the character Papu Emil in an animated feature.
- Bring to life a character who is in his 70s with a blend of confident, kind, and playful tones.
- Voice a few lines in Romani, with familiarity in the language being helpful but not mandatory.
Requirements:
- Actors must sound naturally like they are in their 70s.
- Have a confident, yet kind and playful voice.
- Comfortable acting in English.
- Ability to authentically portray a Romani character.
- Familiarity with the Romani language is a plus, but fluency is not required.
Compensation: Competitive pay based on industry standards for voice acting in animated films.
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