Casting Volunteer Non-Union Actors for Short Film in Kelowna
Job Description:
Angela Quinn Casting is seeking self-represented, non-union actors in their late 20s to early 30s for an upcoming short film shooting in Kelowna. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a volunteer project with an experienced production team and gain valuable experience in a creative environment.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform in a short film under the direction of an experienced production team.
- Deliver compelling and authentic performances that align with the story’s vision.
- Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout the production.
- Submit a self-tape audition for consideration.
Requirements:
- Non-union actors in their late 20s to early 30s.
- Open to all ethnicities and gender identities.
- Must be self-represented and local to Kelowna.
- Reliable, committed, and able to follow direction.
Compensation:
- This is a volunteer project with no monetary compensation.
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Lead Role – Maya in Comedy Short Film
Job Description
Casting is now open for the lead role of Maya in the upcoming UBCP/ACTRA ULB comedy short DEADBEATS, filming in Vancouver. Maya is a sharp, dry-witted DJ holding her life together while everything around her spirals into chaos. This proof-of-concept short will pitch a fully developed feature film and will be used for studio meetings with script and pitch deck in hand. Ideal talent will bring a mix of grounded humor and subtle vulnerability, with strong comedic instincts and natural charm.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Maya, the lead character in a narrative-driven comedy short
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Deliver dry humor with nuance and strong comedic timing
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Perform in multiple scenes across a three-day shoot
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Engage in light dance choreography as part of the character’s performance
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Collaborate closely with the creative team to shape the tone of the film
Requirements
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Female-presenting, ages 28–33
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All ethnicities encouraged to apply
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Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident
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Strong comedic acting experience preferred
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Natural, relatable “girl next door” energy
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Dance experience is a plus
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Open to both union (UBCP/ACTRA) and non-union talent
Compensation
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$200/day (UBCP/ACTRA ULB contract)
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3-day shoot in Vancouver
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Union and non-union performers welcome