Cantonese-Speaking Actors Needed for Broadcast Comedy Series

Job Description: A successful broadcast comedy series is seeking Cantonese-speaking actors aged 35 to 75+ for roles in an upcoming production. This exciting opportunity involves filming for a popular comedy series that will air in late 2024. The production is looking for talented individuals who can bring humor, charisma, and authentic language skills to the screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform scripted scenes in Cantonese as part of a broadcast comedy series.
• Work collaboratively with the production team to deliver high-quality performances.
• Follow the director’s instructions to ensure the comedic tone and style are effectively portrayed on camera.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming on the scheduled dates.

Requirements:

• Cantonese speakers aged 35 to 75+ years.
• Must be fluent in Cantonese, with clear and natural delivery.
• Acting experience is preferred but not required.
• Applicants should be able to follow direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation will be provided based on industry standards. Further details will be shared with shortlisted candidates.

Casting Call for Real Barbers – Film Production

Job Description: We are seeking real barbers aged 20 and older for an upcoming film production. This is an exciting opportunity for professional barbers to showcase their skills on camera in a key scene that requires authentic barbering techniques. The production aims to capture the genuine artistry of barbering, and we are looking for individuals who can bring their craft to life on screen.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform real barbering services on set as directed by the production team.
• Collaborate with actors and the crew to ensure that all scenes requiring barbering are executed with authenticity and professionalism.
• Maintain your barbering tools and equipment to be camera-ready at all times.
• Follow the direction of the director and production team to ensure the desired look and feel of the scene is achieved.

Requirements:

• Must be a real, experienced barber aged 20 or older.
• Comfortable working on camera and taking direction from the production team.
• Must bring your own barbering tools to the set.
• Professionalism and punctuality are essential.
• Prior on-camera experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rate based on industry standards (details to be discussed upon selection).
• Opportunity to gain exposure in a film production and add to your professional portfolio.

Casting Call: Jurors for Channel 4 Series “The Jury” in Liverpool

Job Description:
Channel 4 is seeking participants to serve as jurors in a re-staging of a real-life major criminal trial for their upcoming series “The Jury.” This unique social experiment aims to shine a light on the British justice system by giving ordinary people the chance to experience what it’s like to serve on a jury and deliberate over serious criminal evidence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate as a juror in a simulated criminal trial, carefully considering evidence and engaging in group deliberations.
• Provide your verdict based on the evidence presented during the trial.
• Engage fully with the process, respecting confidentiality and the seriousness of the case.

Requirements:

• Must be based within a one-hour radius of Liverpool city centre.
• Must be available to participate in the filming for two weeks in January 2025.
• No prior experience or legal knowledge is required, but participants should be open-minded and willing to engage in discussions about the case.

Compensation:

• Participants will be compensated with some loss of earnings over the filming period.
• Travel expenses to and from central Liverpool will be paid.

Casting Call: Officer Baxter for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced actor to portray Officer Baxter, a unique and complex character in an upcoming TV series. Officer Baxter is a police officer in a small Jamaican town. He’s not much of a talker, but he is a gentle soul, showing tact and sympathy to those who come through his station. Despite his profession, Baxter is somewhat out of place—he’s squeamish about violence and harbors a deep fear of the supernatural. This role requires an actor who can balance the gentleness and vulnerability of Baxter while maintaining the authority expected of a police officer.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Officer Baxter, capturing his gentle nature, tactfulness, and underlying fears with authenticity and depth.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring nuance and complexity to Baxter’s character.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to ensure a consistent and authentic portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Male, Jamaican, aged 50s.
• Strong acting experience with the ability to convey a blend of authority and vulnerability.
• Ability to deliver lines with a natural Jamaican accent.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team and other cast members.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Ms. Lyons for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a talented actress to portray Ms. Lyons, a young, bespectacled Jamaican attorney in an upcoming TV series. Ms. Lyons is intelligent and confident but struggles with disorganization, which makes her self-conscious. As the assigned counsel for Claudia McKenzie, an English national arrested in Jamaica for attempted murder, Ms. Lyons is under significant pressure. Her insecurity sometimes causes her to be snappy, especially when her competency is questioned. This role requires an actress who can balance intelligence, vulnerability, and a sharp edge.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Ms. Lyons, capturing her intelligence, vulnerability, and occasional defensiveness.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring depth and authenticity to the character’s legal and personal struggles.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to ensure consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, Jamaican, aged 40s.
• Strong acting experience with the ability to convey a range of emotions, from confidence and intelligence to vulnerability and defensiveness.
• Ability to deliver lines with a natural Jamaican accent.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team and other cast members.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Viola for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a vibrant actress to portray Viola, a key supporting character in an upcoming TV series. Viola is employed by a Jamaican CCTV installation company, where she excels in the customer service aspect of her job. She works closely with her colleague Julian, handling client interactions with a playful, sparky personality that exudes energy and charm. Despite her lively demeanor, Viola remains impressively professional, making her an invaluable part of the team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Viola, capturing her lively, energetic personality and excellent customer service skills.
• Work closely with the actor playing Julian to establish a dynamic and engaging working relationship on screen.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to ensure consistent character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, Jamaican, aged 40s.
• Strong acting experience with the ability to portray a character who is both playful and professional.
• Ability to deliver lines with a natural Jamaican accent.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team and other cast members.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Julian for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced actor to portray Julian, a pivotal supporting character in an upcoming TV series. Julian is a bespectacled Jamaican CCTV fitter who is highly skilled in the technical aspects of his work, including installing and configuring cameras independently. While he is friendly with his clients, he prefers to focus on the technical side, leaving the customer service interactions to his younger, more charismatic colleague, Viola. This role requires an actor who can convincingly portray a genial, yet introverted and technically adept character.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Julian, capturing his technical proficiency, introverted nature, and genial interactions with clients.
• Collaborate with the director and other cast members to accurately depict the dynamic between Julian and Viola.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to ensure a consistent and authentic portrayal of the character.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, Jamaican, aged 40s.
• Strong acting experience with the ability to convey technical knowledge and introverted characteristics.
• Ability to deliver lines with a natural Jamaican accent.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Gloria for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced actress to portray Gloria, a pivotal supporting character in an upcoming TV series. Gloria is a seasoned woman who runs a shrimp stall at a bustling street market. She is warm and empathetic, deeply believing that God has a plan for everyone. Despite her kind nature, Gloria is no fool—she has a keen sense for truth and can quickly see through lies, never hesitating to call them out. This role requires an actress who can balance warmth with sharp wit and a strong presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Gloria, capturing her warmth, empathy, and sharp intuition with authenticity and depth.
• Engage with other characters to bring out Gloria’s strong sense of justice and belief in divine plans.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to create dynamic and meaningful scenes.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, aged 60s.
• Strong acting experience with the ability to convey both warmth and sharp intelligence.
• Ability to deliver lines with conviction, particularly when confronting dishonesty.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Sarah for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a talented actress to portray Sarah, a key character in an upcoming TV series set in the 18th century. Sarah is an enslaved domestic worker at Hope Hill, a Jamaican plantation. She is known for her cleanliness and smooth skin, living in a private cabin with her husband and their 5-year-old daughter. Despite the brutal conditions of slavery, Sarah maintains a home filled with laughter and joy, demonstrating resilience and hope amidst the hardships.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sarah, capturing her strength, nurturing nature, and the subtle complexities of living under the oppressive conditions of slavery.
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring authenticity and emotional depth to Sarah’s character and her family life.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, aged 20s.
• Strong acting background with the ability to convey a range of emotions, from resilience and strength to tenderness and joy.
• Ability to portray a character who maintains hope and positivity despite living in a challenging environment.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Flora for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a seasoned actress to portray Flora, a central character in an upcoming TV series set in the 18th century. Flora is an enslaved house servant at Hope Hill, a Jamaican plantation. She is world-weary, having been enslaved for generations, yet she has not succumbed to the indoctrination of her captors. Instead, Flora fiercely preserves the culture of her African heritage, teaching songs and rituals to other enslaved people. This role requires an actress who can convey deep strength, resilience, and a connection to cultural roots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Flora, embodying her strength, resilience, and deep cultural connection.
• Deliver a powerful performance that captures Flora’s world-weariness and her fierce dedication to preserving her heritage.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members to bring authenticity and emotional depth to the character.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to ensure consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, aged 60s.
• Strong acting background with experience in roles that require depth and emotional complexity.
• Ability to convey the wisdom and strength of a character who has endured significant hardship.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Angelo for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a talented actor to portray Angelo, a significant supporting character in an upcoming TV series. Angelo is the amiable yet reserved groundskeeper and occasional driver at Hope Hill Estate, a large former plantation where he resides in a small cabin. He is tall, well-built, and notable for his solid gold grill on his front teeth. Angelo speaks little, but when he does, it’s with a thick Jamaican accent, adding to his enigmatic presence on the estate.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Angelo, capturing his quiet strength, amiable nature, and reserved demeanor with authenticity and depth.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring Angelo’s character to life, ensuring that his presence adds to the atmosphere and narrative of the series.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, Jamaican, aged 30s-40s.
• Tall and well-built with a strong physical presence.
• Ability to deliver lines with a thick Jamaican accent.
• Previous acting experience, particularly in roles that require a strong physical presence and limited dialogue.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Mercy for TV Series

Job Description: We are casting for the role of Mercy, a complex and intriguing character in an upcoming TV series. Mercy is a woman in her 50s, raised in poverty in Jamaica. Her father abandoned the family, and her mother was a spiritual healer who offered her services for free. In contrast, Mercy has taken a very different path, presenting herself as a spiritual healer but completely faking her abilities and charging for her services. She is blunt, pushy, and has a sharp, often inappropriate sense of humor. This role requires an actress who can bring depth, nuance, and a touch of dark comedy to the character.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Mercy, capturing her sharp wit, pushy demeanor, and complex background with authenticity and depth.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring the character’s story to life in a believable and engaging way.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, in her 50s.
• Strong acting experience, particularly in roles that require a blend of drama and dark humor.
• Ability to portray a character with a complex and morally ambiguous background.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.