Casting Calls, Auditions, and Entertainment Careers

Job Description

A Concordia student short film titled Just Business is casting the lead role of Michael McAllister. This crime/thriller story follows Michael as he becomes desperate to belong in Montreal’s criminal underworld, with the narrative told through the voice of a respected Québécois gangster, Jacques Dubois. The project is seeking a grounded performer who can carry a dramatic lead role in a short-form crime narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character, Michael McAllister, in a student crime/thriller short film

• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team

• Deliver a believable, emotionally driven performance within a gritty criminal-underworld story

• Arrive prepared, professional, and punctual for all scheduled production work

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required by production

Requirements

• Male actor

• Age range: 20–30

• Caucasian

• Any height

• Non-union talent welcome

Compensation

• Unpaid 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.