Casting Call: Supporting Role – Dr. Ababio for Web Series Pilot
Job Description:
KBC Casting is seeking a talented actor to portray Dr. Ababio, a strong, witty, and intellectual character in an upcoming web series pilot. This role provides an opportunity to bring depth and complexity to a critical theory professor navigating the challenges of balancing academic brilliance with hidden vulnerabilities.
Role Overview:
Dr. Ababio is a formidable professor in her mid-30s to early 40s. Known for her sharp intellect and biting retorts, she embodies the aspirations of many while carrying a secret that reveals her inner struggles. Her ambition and confidence are unmatched, yet she quietly battles societal resistance to her unconventional ideas.
Job Responsibilities:
- Portray Dr. Ababio with authenticity, balancing her sharp, confident exterior with her nuanced, vulnerable side.
- Deliver powerful and engaging performances that reflect the character’s depth and intelligence.
- Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members to bring the character’s story to life.
- Be available for rehearsals and on-set work during the filming period.
Requirements:
- Female actor, aged mid-30s to early 40s.
- Strong acting skills with the ability to convey both confidence and vulnerability.
- Previous acting experience in drama or character-driven roles is highly preferred.
- Must be based in Jamaica.
Compensation:
- Competitive pay based on industry standards.
- Travel and accommodation (if required) provided by the production.
- Meals and craft services will be available on set.
- A unique opportunity to work on a high-quality web series and gain valuable industry exposure.
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Job Responsibilities
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Job Description
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Requirements
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Compensation
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Requirements
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Requirements
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray the daughter in the family-centered spec commercial.
- Participate in backyard and poolside family scenes.
- Perform natural interactions with the other family characters.
- Follow creative direction throughout filming.
- Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.
Requirements
- Female performer able to portray the family’s daughter.
- Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
- Comfortable performing naturally on camera.
- Able to work collaboratively with other performers.
Compensation
- Very low-budget collaborative project.
- Food provided.
- Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.
Job Description
A collaborative spec commercial is casting a female performer to portray the mother in a family-focused portfolio project in Scarborough, Ontario. The commercial centers on a family of four gathering in their backyard to celebrate their son’s graduation by the pool. The production is seeking someone who can bring a natural, believable family presence to the commercial.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the mother in the family-centered commercial.
- Perform naturally alongside the father, son, and daughter characters.
- Participate in backyard and poolside celebration scenes.
- Follow creative direction during filming.
- Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.
Requirements
- Female performer able to portray a mother.
- Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
- Comfortable performing in a family-oriented commercial setting.
- Able to deliver natural and believable on-camera interactions.
Compensation
- Very low-budget collaborative project.
- Food provided.
- Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.
Job Description
A spec commercial is seeking a male performer to portray the son in a family-centered portfolio project filming in Scarborough, Ontario. The story follows a family of four celebrating the son’s graduation by the pool in their backyard. The son plays a central part in the commercial and must be comfortable jumping into a swimming pool during filming. The selected performer will also participate in a second shoot alongside the actor portraying the father.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the graduating son in the spec commercial.
- Perform naturally in family celebration scenes.
- Participate in poolside scenes and jump into a swimming pool as required.
- Participate in an additional shoot with the actor portraying the father.
- Follow direction from the production team.
Requirements
- Male performer able to portray the family’s son.
- Must be comfortable jumping into a swimming pool.
- Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
- Comfortable performing naturally on camera.
- Must be available for the main shoot and an additional father-and-son shoot.
Compensation
- Very low-budget collaborative project.
- Food provided.
- Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.
Job Description
A spec commercial is casting a male performer to portray the father in a family-centered portfolio project filming in Scarborough, Ontario. The commercial follows a family of four celebrating their son’s graduation together by the backyard pool. This is a collaborative, independently funded production intended to create strong portfolio material for everyone involved. The selected performer will participate in the main family shoot as well as an additional shoot featuring the father and son.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray the father in a family-focused spec commercial.
- Perform naturally alongside actors portraying the mother, son, and daughter.
- Participate in backyard and poolside family scenes.
- Return for an additional shoot involving the father and son.
- Follow creative direction throughout production.
Requirements
- Male performer able to portray a father.
- Must be able to work in Scarborough, Ontario.
- Comfortable performing in a family-oriented commercial setting.
- Must be available for both the primary shoot and an additional father-and-son shoot.
Compensation
- Very low-budget collaborative project.
- Food provided.
- Finished footage provided for portfolio or demo reel use.
