Casting Call: TV Series – Role of Betina
Project Description:
We are casting for the role of Betina, a courageous 15-year-old Black Jamaican girl for a historical TV series set in an 18th-century Jamaican plantation. Betina is an enslaved worker at Hope Hill, displaying remarkable bravery despite her young age. Influenced by an elder worker who teaches her the principles of African spirituality, Betina joins a rebellion against the plantation, seeking justice and freedom.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray the emotional and physical journey of Betina as she navigates life on the plantation and participates in the rebellion.
- Participate in scenes that may involve intense emotions, action sequences, and dialogue reflecting historical themes.
- Work closely with the director and other actors to authentically portray Betina’s strength, resilience, and connection to African spirituality.
Requirements:
- Gender: Female
- Ethnicity: Black
- Age: 15 years old (must be able to convincingly portray 15)
- Nationality: Jamaican or of Jamaican descent preferred
- Strong acting skills required to convey emotional depth.
- Comfortable with portraying historical themes surrounding slavery and rebellion.
Compensation:
Competitive pay. Full details will be discussed upon successful casting.
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