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NFTS/BBC/Sean Connery Talent Lab Short Film Open Casting Call

Casting Call: Female/Non-Binary Basketball Players for Short Film Production

Job Description:

We are casting female and non-binary basketball players, aged 18-23, for a short film production in collaboration with NFTS and BBC Film. This exciting project, part of the Sean Connery Talent Lab, will focus on basketball scenes, and we are seeking players who are passionate about the sport and have a confident on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in basketball scenes as part of a short film production.
  • Follow direction from the production team to portray a basketball player authentically.
  • Collaborate with the cast and crew to ensure the scene’s energy and athleticism are captured on film.

Requirements:

  • Gender: Female and Non-Binary individuals.
  • Age: 18-23 years old.
  • Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities.
  • Must be Scotland-based (Central Belt region).
  • Comfortable with playing basketball on screen.
  • Prior acting experience is not required, but familiarity with basketball is essential.

Compensation:

  • Compensation details will be provided upon selection.

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Skills:
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Lead Actor for Short Film Exploring Identity and Curiosity

Job Description:
A compelling new short film titled I Love You in Different Ways is seeking a lead actor for an emotionally resonant role. This character-driven piece explores themes of identity, sexuality, and bodily curiosity in a sensitive and thoughtful way. The ideal candidate will bring depth and vulnerability to the screen, portraying a younger teen through a nuanced, introspective performance.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray the lead character authentically and with emotional range

  • Collaborate with the director and creative team to deliver a grounded, honest performance

  • Engage with sensitive subject matter in a respectful and mature manner

  • Participate in filming over two days

Requirements:

  • Must be 16 or older but appear to be between 12–13 years old

  • Male, Caucasian

  • Plus-size actors are especially encouraged to apply

  • No prior acting experience required

  • All submissions must be made by a parent or legal guardian

  • Must be comfortable engaging with themes of identity and bodily curiosity

Compensation:

  • Paid role

  • Filming takes place on July 26th and 27th

  • Further details will be provided upon

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Job Type:
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Skills:
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Casting Call: British-Chinese Cantonese-Speaking Father for Short Film

Job Description
A new short film is casting a Cantonese-speaking British-Chinese man to play a father figure in a heartfelt story. This role centers around a man who appears serious and firm but carries warmth and quiet strength beneath the surface. No acting experience is required—authenticity and presence are key. The role is ideal for someone who can convey depth with subtlety, especially those with real-life experience in family leadership or cooking.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a serious but reassuring father figure in a narrative short film

  • Deliver lines fluently in Cantonese with emotional resonance

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming under professional direction

  • Convey confidence in domestic settings, ideally with kitchen interaction

Requirements

  • Male, aged 40s

  • British-Chinese and fluent in Cantonese

  • Should be UK-based and available for filming

  • Cooking experience or comfort in a kitchen setting is preferred

  • No acting experience necessary—open to real people who naturally embody the role

Compensation

  • Paid role

  • Full credit and exposure in a professionally produced short film

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10-17-2024

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