Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Casting Call: Sarah for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a talented actress to portray Sarah, a key character in an upcoming TV series set in the 18th century. Sarah is an enslaved domestic worker at Hope Hill, a Jamaican plantation. She is known for her cleanliness and smooth skin, living in a private cabin with her husband and their 5-year-old daughter. Despite the brutal conditions of slavery, Sarah maintains a home filled with laughter and joy, demonstrating resilience and hope amidst the hardships.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sarah, capturing her strength, nurturing nature, and the subtle complexities of living under the oppressive conditions of slavery.
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring authenticity and emotional depth to Sarah’s character and her family life.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, aged 20s.
• Strong acting background with the ability to convey a range of emotions, from resilience and strength to tenderness and joy.
• Ability to portray a character who maintains hope and positivity despite living in a challenging environment.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Flora for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a seasoned actress to portray Flora, a central character in an upcoming TV series set in the 18th century. Flora is an enslaved house servant at Hope Hill, a Jamaican plantation. She is world-weary, having been enslaved for generations, yet she has not succumbed to the indoctrination of her captors. Instead, Flora fiercely preserves the culture of her African heritage, teaching songs and rituals to other enslaved people. This role requires an actress who can convey deep strength, resilience, and a connection to cultural roots.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Flora, embodying her strength, resilience, and deep cultural connection.
• Deliver a powerful performance that captures Flora’s world-weariness and her fierce dedication to preserving her heritage.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members to bring authenticity and emotional depth to the character.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions to ensure consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, aged 60s.
• Strong acting background with experience in roles that require depth and emotional complexity.
• Ability to convey the wisdom and strength of a character who has endured significant hardship.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Angelo for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking a talented actor to portray Angelo, a significant supporting character in an upcoming TV series. Angelo is the amiable yet reserved groundskeeper and occasional driver at Hope Hill Estate, a large former plantation where he resides in a small cabin. He is tall, well-built, and notable for his solid gold grill on his front teeth. Angelo speaks little, but when he does, it’s with a thick Jamaican accent, adding to his enigmatic presence on the estate.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Angelo, capturing his quiet strength, amiable nature, and reserved demeanor with authenticity and depth.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring Angelo’s character to life, ensuring that his presence adds to the atmosphere and narrative of the series.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Male, Black, Jamaican, aged 30s-40s.
• Tall and well-built with a strong physical presence.
• Ability to deliver lines with a thick Jamaican accent.
• Previous acting experience, particularly in roles that require a strong physical presence and limited dialogue.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Mercy for TV Series

Job Description: We are casting for the role of Mercy, a complex and intriguing character in an upcoming TV series. Mercy is a woman in her 50s, raised in poverty in Jamaica. Her father abandoned the family, and her mother was a spiritual healer who offered her services for free. In contrast, Mercy has taken a very different path, presenting herself as a spiritual healer but completely faking her abilities and charging for her services. She is blunt, pushy, and has a sharp, often inappropriate sense of humor. This role requires an actress who can bring depth, nuance, and a touch of dark comedy to the character.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Mercy, capturing her sharp wit, pushy demeanor, and complex background with authenticity and depth.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring the character’s story to life in a believable and engaging way.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistency in character portrayal.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Black, in her 50s.
• Strong acting experience, particularly in roles that require a blend of drama and dark humor.
• Ability to portray a character with a complex and morally ambiguous background.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and the ability to collaborate effectively with the production team.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Detective Patsy for TV Series

Job Description: We are seeking an experienced actress to portray Detective Patsy, a plain-clothed detective in a small, relatively low-crime Jamaican town. Patsy is a complex character—cautious and often curt, she doesn’t trust many people. However, to those she does trust, she reveals a warm and kind side. This role requires a seasoned actress capable of bringing depth and nuance to a character who is constantly on guard but has a heart of gold underneath.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Detective Patsy, embodying her cautious and guarded nature while also showcasing her warmth and kindness to those she trusts.
• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members to create a realistic and compelling portrayal of life in a small Jamaican town.
• Participate in all scheduled rehearsals and filming sessions, ensuring consistent performance quality throughout the shoot.
• Travel to filming locations in the UK and Jamaica as required by the production schedule.

Requirements:

• Female, Jamaican, in her 50s.
• Strong acting background with experience in lead roles.
• Ability to convey complex emotions and maintain character consistency throughout the series.
• Willingness to travel and commit to the full filming schedule in both the UK and Jamaica.
• Professionalism and dedication to the role, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Compensation Details:

• Competitive pay, with specific details to be provided upon selection.
• All travel, accommodations, and related expenses covered by the production.
• Additional benefits may be offered based on the final contract agreement.

Casting Call: Cam – Teammate/Friend of Injured Player for Football Commercial

Job Description: We are casting for the role of “Cam,” the teammate and friend of an injured player, in an upcoming football commercial. This role requires an actor who can portray a supportive and concerned teammate in the midst of a critical moment on the field. The role is emotionally engaging, focusing on the bond between teammates during a tough situation.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of “Cam,” a supportive and concerned teammate during a key scene involving an injured player.
• Work closely with the injured player actor to create a convincing and emotional connection.
• Participate in fittings and rehearsals to ensure accurate portrayal of the character and scene.
• Take direction well and contribute to the overall narrative of the commercial.

Requirements:

• Male or female, aged 16-19 years.
• Athletic build with the ability to convincingly portray a football player.
• Strong acting ability, particularly in showing concern and emotional depth.
• Must be available for potential travel, fittings, and rehearsals as part of the production schedule.

Compensation Details:

• Session Fee: $750.00
• Fitting: $150.00 (up to 5 hours)
• Rehearsal Day: $750.00 (12 hours)
• Travel: $375.00 per day
• Usage Fee: $6,000.00

Casting Call: Injured Player for Football Commercial

Job Description: We are casting for the role of an injured football player in an upcoming commercial. This role is integral to the storyline, depicting a key moment in the narrative. We are looking for a young actor who can convincingly portray the emotions and physicality of an injured athlete.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of an injured football player during a critical scene in the commercial.
• Work closely with the director and other cast members to bring authenticity to the role.
• Participate in fitting sessions and rehearsals as required.
• Follow direction to accurately depict the injury and the emotions associated with it.

Requirements:

• Male or female, aged 16-19 years.
• Athletic build, ideally with some experience in sports or physical acting.
• Ability to convincingly portray pain and the physicality of an injury.
• Must be available for potential travel and multiple days of shooting, including fittings and rehearsals.

Compensation Details:

• Session Fee: $750.00
• Fitting: $150.00 (up to 5 hours)
• Rehearsal Day: $750.00 (12 hours)
• Travel: $375.00 per day
• Usage Fee: $6,000.00

Casting Call: Lead Role in Non-Union Feature Film “Beneath the Surface”

Job Description: We are casting for the lead role in an upcoming non-union feature film titled Beneath the Surface. The film is set to shoot in both Toronto, Canada, and Pakistan in the fall of 2024. The role is for a complex and determined character who plays a forensic auditor turned vigilante, driven by an unyielding pursuit of truth and justice against corruption.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Emily, a forensic auditor who becomes a vigilante, with a strong, athletic presence and intense focus.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring depth and authenticity to the character.
• Participate in all scheduled shoots, both in Toronto and Pakistan.
• Engage in rehearsals and character development sessions as required.
• Embody the character’s relentless drive and nuanced persona, similar to Emily Blunt’s character in Sicario.

Requirements:

• Female actor, Caucasian, aged 25-45.
• Athletic build, capable of performing physically demanding scenes.
• Must be a resident of Ontario, Canada, and hold a valid Canadian passport.
• Ability to travel and commit to the full shooting schedule, including overseas locations.
• Strong acting background, particularly in roles that require portraying intense, determined characters.

Compensation Details:

• $350 per day.
• All travel, accommodations, meals, and related expenses will be covered.
• The daily rate will be paid even on non-shooting days while in Pakistan.

Lead Female Actor (Delhi and Chandigarh Only)

Job Description: A prominent film production company is seeking talented young women to audition for lead roles in an upcoming major film project. This is an exclusive opportunity for female actors from Delhi and Chandigarh to showcase their talent on a significant platform.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead character in a high-profile film production.
• Work closely with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
• Engage in rehearsals and prepare for the role as required.
• Maintain professionalism and commitment throughout the production process.

Requirements:

• Female, aged 20-25 years old.
• Must be fluent in both English and Hindi.
• Reside in or be able to work in Delhi or Chandigarh.

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid acting opportunity, with compensation details provided to selected candidates.