Casting Call: Bud Hopes Casting Humanity
Location: South East Queensland, Australia (Local Applicants Only)
Dates: End of November – Specific dates to be confirmed (5 Consecutive Days, Approx.)
Job Description: Bud Hopes Casting Humanity is seeking talented Ecuadorian males, aged 20-30, for a significant role in an upcoming international feature film. This project presents a unique opportunity for emerging actors to gain experience and exposure in a global cinema platform.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the director and other actors to bring the script to life.
- Attend all rehearsals and shooting days as scheduled.
- Work closely with the production team to understand and deliver the character’s essence.
- Adhere to the director’s artistic vision while bringing personal interpretation to the role.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism on set.
Requirements:
- Must be an Ecuadorian male, aged between 20-30 years.
- Based locally in South East Queensland, Australia.
- Previous acting experience preferred but not mandatory.
- Ability to take direction and adapt to changes in script and scene setups.
- Strong commitment to schedules and timelines.
- Fluency in Spanish and/or English, depending on the role’s requirement.
- Flexibility to work long hours during the 5 consecutive days of shooting.
Compensation:
- This is a paid engagement. Specific compensation details will be provided upon selection.
- Payment terms and conditions will be outlined in the contractual agreement.
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