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:
- Portray the role of The Father in a dialogue-free short film.
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- Perform as a background actor during filming.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Be available for the full shoot day.
- Maintain professionalism on set.
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Job Description
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- Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
- Perform in content intended for online and social media distribution.
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- Chinese or Malaysian man, ages 60–85.
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- Must be able to work in the Knoxville, Tennessee area.
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Job Responsibilities
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- Follow direction from the director and production team.
- Deliver an authentic performance with a natural American accent.
- Be available for filming during the scheduled production period.
Requirements
- Female, ages 4–9.
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray firefighters in exterior woodland scenes.
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Job Responsibilities
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Perform featured day player and supporting roles in a television comedy series.
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- Collaborate with the cast and production team on set.
- Be available for filming in Northern New South Wales.
Requirements
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray Ryan, the assailant, in scripted true crime reenactment scenes.
- Perform dramatic scenes involving simulated violence and special effects.
- Follow direction from the production team.
- Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
Requirements
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray Trisha in featured film scenes.
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- Be available during the scheduled filming period.
Requirements
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