Elderly Talent for Comedy Series
Job Description
A Channel 4 comedy series is casting elderly talent to portray care home residents in a new scripted project filming in London. The production is seeking individuals aged 70–85 from ethnically and racially diverse backgrounds who are naturally funny, full of life, and comfortable being themselves on screen. No prior acting experience is required—just a great sense of humor, energy, and personality. Wheelchair users in this age group are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray care home residents in a comedic setting
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Bring warmth, natural charm, and humor to your role
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Follow light direction while contributing to a relaxed, authentic on-screen dynamic
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Represent diversity and lived experience in a scripted format
Requirements
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Age range: 70 to 85 years old
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Open to all ethnic and racial backgrounds
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No acting experience necessary
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Must be based in London
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Wheelchair users within this age group are welcome
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Must be available to shoot during the week commencing July 9th
Compensation
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Paid role in a professionally produced television series
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Great opportunity for first-time performers
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Inclusive, supportive production environment
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Newborn Babies for Film Production
Job Description
An upcoming production filming in Huddersfield is seeking newborn babies for on-camera roles. Casting is open to babies of any ethnicity and gender, with families based in Manchester, Yorkshire, and Lancashire encouraged to apply. This opportunity requires good availability throughout the production period.
Job Responsibilities
- Appear as a newborn baby in professionally filmed scenes.
- Participate in filming under the supervision of a parent or guardian.
- Attend production as scheduled if selected.
- Work with the production team to ensure a safe and comfortable filming experience.
Requirements
- Newborn babies.
- Open to all ethnicities.
- Open to all genders.
- Babies born between August and September 2026.
- Families should be based in Manchester, Yorkshire, Lancashire, or surrounding areas.
- Must be able to work in Huddersfield.
- Good availability required from September through October.
Compensation
- Paid opportunity.
- Compensation details will be provided to selected families.
