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Job Description

A feature film production is seeking a Montreal-based actress to work as a body double for a principal character. The selected performer must closely resemble the referenced character’s physical appearance and be comfortable working on set in a professional film environment. This role is ideal for performers with strong attention to detail and the ability to match movement, posture, and presence for continuity purposes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a body double for a principal character in a feature film

• Match physicality, movement, and overall appearance for continuity

• Follow on-set direction from the production and assistant directing team

• Be prepared for film set conditions, including extended periods on set

• Safely operate a standard vehicle when required for scenes

Requirements

• Female performers, ages 20s–40s

• Mixed ethnicity

• Curly hair

• Must closely resemble the reference photos provided by casting

• Must have a valid driver’s license

• Comfortable driving a regular vehicle

• Must be based in or able to work locally in Montreal

Compensation Details

• Union: ACTRA

• Open to non-union performers

• Paid role (rate determined per ACTRA guidelines)

Documentary Re-Enactment Actress (Late 30s–Early 40s)

Job Description
A documentary production is urgently seeking an actress to portray a real person in re-enactment scenes. This is a non-union, paid role for talent who can match a specific look and bring authenticity to scripted moments. While the role involves speaking lines on set, the final project will use the real subject’s voice, so your recorded audio will not be used.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life subject in documentary re-enactment scenes

• Perform scripted lines for on-camera realism (audio will not be used in final edit)

• Follow direction from the director and re-enactment team

• Maintain continuity and match the requested look throughout filming

Requirements

• Female, late 30s to early 40s

• Caucasian

• Dark hair

• Plus-sized

• Must closely resemble the subject’s physicality from the provided reference image

• Must be able to work as a local hire in Montreal

Compensation

• $500 (half-day shoot)

• Non-union role

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.