Casting Call: Actress for Online Episodic Series “Riverside High”
Eligibility: Must be a Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident residing in the Greater Toronto Area.
Role: [CATHERINE]
- Gender: Female
- Age: Must be 18 years old but able to portray a 16-year-old character.
- Character Description: Catherine is a kind-hearted and empathetic high school student with dreams of becoming a veterinarian. She is a new vegan struggling to improve her grades. Catherine battles with low self-esteem and a desire to be more interesting, often referring to herself as “dumb.” Despite facing bullying, she maintains her moral compass but faces a challenging situation involving a cheating plan devised by her frenemy, Lucas. The role requires a performer who can portray a complex range of emotions, from vulnerability to moral conflict.
- Role Status: Lead for the first episode, recurring in subsequent episodes but not always as the lead.
Job Responsibilities:
- Interpret and bring to life the character of Catherine, ensuring accurate portrayal as per director’s vision.
- Collaborate with the cast and crew to develop character depth and dynamics.
- Memorize and deliver lines with emotional authenticity and consistency.
- Attend rehearsals, costume fittings, and other pre-production activities.
- Be available for the entire shooting schedule and promotional activities as required.
Requirements:
- Must be comfortable portraying emotional and complex scenes.
- Prior acting experience in theater, film, or television preferred.
- Ability to work well under direction and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Strong memorization skills and adaptability to script changes.
- Availability for the entire duration of the production schedule.
Compensation:
- Competitive pay based on industry standards.
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