Casting Call: Caucasian Boy for Speaking Role in Feature Documentary
Job Description:
We are seeking a non-union, Caucasian boy (aged 7-8) with brown hair and brown eyes for a small speaking role in a re-enactment scene for an upcoming feature documentary. The project will be shot in Kelowna, and the role requires basic biking skills. This is a paid opportunity for a young actor to be part of a professional production.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray a character in a brief re-enactment scene for a feature documentary.
- Deliver a small amount of dialogue as directed by the production team.
- Ride a bike as part of the scene.
- Follow on-set directions and collaborate with the production team to ensure an authentic performance.
Requirements:
- Must be a Caucasian boy aged 7-8 years old.
- Must have brown hair and brown eyes.
- Non-union talent based in the Okanagan region.
- Must know how to ride a bike.
- Ability to take direction and perform in front of the camera.
Compensation:
- This is a paid role (specific details to be provided upon inquiry).
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Young Kern for Documentary Recreation
Job Description
A documentary production is casting a child actor to portray a younger version of a key figure in a powerful biographical story. This acting opportunity is part of a documentary exploring the life journey of an established author and their experience immigrating to Canada at a young age. The production is seeking a talented young performer who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the role.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the character of Young Kern in documentary recreation scenes
- Follow direction from the director and production team
- Participate in scheduled filming sessions
- Deliver natural and believable on-camera performances
- Collaborate professionally with cast and crew
Requirements
- Male child actor, playing age 11–12
- Dark complexion
- Slender build
- Short hair preferred
- Non-union talent welcome
- Must be based in or able to work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA)
- Acting experience is a plus but not required
Compensation
- Paid documentary acting opportunity
- Professional on-set experience
- Opportunity to appear in a meaningful documentary project
- Resume-building and networking opportunities