Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Male Actor (Middle Eastern, Arabic-Speaking) for TV Series Episode

Job Description
A leading television series is seeking a talented Middle Eastern actor to portray an Egyptian character in an upcoming episode. This is a speaking role for a major American TV production, offering actors the chance to showcase their talent on an international platform. While prior acting experience is preferred, it is not required—what matters most is authenticity and language fluency.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an Egyptian character with cultural and emotional authenticity

• Deliver lines fluently in Arabic

• Take direction and perform on camera for a professionally filmed episode

• Collaborate with the director and cast during the production day

• Be available for 1 day of filming in Montreal, Canada

Requirements

• Male, aged 50 to 79 years old

• Middle Eastern background; must be able to convincingly portray an Egyptian

• Fluent in Arabic

• Must have valid Canadian work authorization

• Comfortable sharing personal and/or acting background information with submission

• Must provide current photo, contact details, and place of residence

Compensation

• Paid role (rate to be discussed upon selection)

• One-day filming commitment

• Travel not provided; must be available in Montreal

Mikayla – Child Role in “The Bank Teller” (Mini-Series)

Job Description:
We are casting for the role of Mikayla, a significant child role in the mini-series, The Bank Teller. Mikayla is a young girl, aged between 8 to 10 years old, of African descent. This character is key to the storyline, and we are looking for a talented young actress who can bring authenticity, innocence, and emotional depth to the role. All applicants must be able to speak with a general American accent.

Job Responsibilities:

• Character Portrayal: Play Mikayla with charm and sincerity, reflecting the emotions and experiences of a young child in the story.
• Collaboration: Work well with the director, co-stars, and production team to create engaging and authentic scenes.
• Dialogue Delivery: Ensure lines are delivered naturally and with the required emotion, appropriate to the character’s age and situation.
• Adaptability: Be open to direction and capable of adjusting performance based on the director’s feedback.

Requirements:

• Experience: Open to ACTRA and ACTRA Apprentice members. Prior acting experience is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Accent: Must perform with a general American accent.
• Appearance: Female, Black, aged 8-10 years.
• Location: Quebec locals only (applicants must reside in or near Quebec as the shoot will take place in this area).
• Parental Consent: Since this is a child role, parental consent and presence on set are required for all shoot days.

Compensation:

• Rate: $150 per episode (ACTRA MIP).
• Episodes: 4-episode series.