Casting Multiple Roles for Student Virtual Production Short Film “Echoes”
Job Description
A virtual production short film is casting several roles for two shooting periods: an initial session on December 3rd, 2025, and a second session in late Spring 2026. Created by IADT Immersive Media Degree students, this project offers valuable experience, travel reimbursement, credit, and showreel material. The film involves green screen and on-location performance, with some characters eligible for motion capture and voice-over opportunities.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform scripted dialogue on green screen and practical locations
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Convey strong emotional presence in a dramatic narrative
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Collaborate with student filmmakers in a professional, supportive environment
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Participate in potential motion capture and voice-over sessions (specific roles)
Requirements
Roles include:
Roles Required December 3rd, 2025
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Mother – Female, supporting role, playing age 30–45
Roles Required Late Spring 2026
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Meave (Lead) – Female, 18–27
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Young Meave – Female, 9–12
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Mother – Female, 30–45
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Father – Male, 30–45
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Priest – Male, 40–60
General Notes:
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All roles have equal screen time and dialogue
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Acting experience preferred, especially for motion capture/voice-over in Priest and Father roles
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Flexible casting for applicants slightly outside age descriptions
Compensation
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Unpaid, but travel expenses covered
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Showreel footage and credit provided
Related jobs:
Short Film – Young Female Lead
Job Description
An upcoming short film is casting a young female actor for the lead role in a paid production filming in Donegal, Ireland. The production is seeking a talented child performer who can authentically speak with a rural Irish accent or an accent from Munster or Connaught.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform the lead role in a narrative short film.
- Deliver scripted dialogue and character-driven scenes.
- Bring a natural and authentic performance to the lead character.
- Follow age-appropriate direction from the director and production team.
- Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 7–10.
- Must have a rural Irish accent or an accent from a county in Munster or Connaught.
- Ideally based in Donegal, Ireland.
- Suitable applicants based elsewhere in Munster or Connaught are also encouraged to apply.
- Parent or guardian involvement is required.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.
