Casting Call: Lead Role for Short Film
Job Description:
Hammond Cox Casting is seeking a young actor, fluent in Persian Farsi, to play the lead role in an upcoming short film. This is a paid opportunity, and the role requires a child aged 6-10 years old, of any gender. The film will be shot in Spain, and the selected child will have a unique chance to star in a professionally produced short film, showcasing their fluency in Persian Farsi. No previous acting experience is required, making this a wonderful opportunity for a child interested in acting.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray the lead character in the short film, delivering lines and performing actions as directed.
- Participate in rehearsals and filming sessions, following the guidance of the director and crew.
- Travel to Spain for the duration of the film shoot, with all arrangements handled by the production company.
- Collaborate with the production team to bring the character to life, ensuring a captivating performance.
Requirements:
- Fluent Persian Farsi speaker.
- Aged 6-10 years old.
- Open to all genders.
- Based in the UK (as travel will be arranged from the UK to Spain).
- No previous acting experience required.
- Willingness to travel and stay in Spain for the film shoot.
Compensation:
- Paid lead role.
- All transport and accommodation will be covered by the production company.
- The production company will also arrange with local councils for the child to be absent from school during the shoot.
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