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Casting Notice: PAW PATROL (Animated Special)

Role: Lucita Mala

Job Details

The PAW PATROL adventure continues in an exciting new 44-minute animated special. Join the team as we introduce Lucita Mala, a feisty teenage explorer with a complex personality, adding depth and intrigue to this jungle-based tale.
This role requires in-person recording at a Toronto studio, with sessions starting in December 2024 through January 2025. Performers will be compensated according to ACTRA D103 minimum fees for animation performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Voice the character Lucita Mala, a Mexican teenage explorer with a dramatic personality.
• Convey Lucita’s emotional range, from confident and assertive to moments of frustration and exhaustion.
• Bring to life Lucita’s fluctuating energy, shifting from alertness to sudden drowsiness as part of her character arc.
• Capture the tone of a likable villain inspired by Selena Gomez’s portrayal of Alex Russo in Wizards of Waverly Place (note: originality and a personal twist are key).

Requirements

• Residence: Talent must reside in Ontario.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Union Status: Open to both ACTRA members and non-union performers.
• Age Range: Seeking performers aged 15-30 who can portray a mid-to-late teenager.
• Cultural Authenticity: Must accurately reflect Mexican heritage in vocal tone and style.
• Recording Availability: Must be available for in-person recording in Toronto.

Compensation

This role offers ACTRA D103 minimum fees for animation performers, ensuring competitive pay based on industry standards.

Photo Double – “Heartstrings”

Job Details:
Caballero Casting is seeking a young Caucasian male to work as a photo double for the production “Heartstrings.” This role requires full availability for multiple consecutive shoot dates.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a photo double for a lead character, matching the character’s physical traits for on-screen consistency.
• Follow on-set instructions to ensure high-quality shots that meet production needs.

Requirements:

• Caucasian male with brown or black hair.
• Approximately 4’0″ in height.
• Must provide a current photo taken on the day of submission with hair visible (not obscured).
• Reliable and available for all specified shoot dates.
• Parent or guardian must submit the application on behalf of the child, ensuring all required details are accurate and complete.

Compensation:

• $175 for 12 hours of work per day.

Twin Girls – Walk-On Role for Ad Campaign

Job Details:
Sally King Agency is seeking Middle Eastern twin girls (aged approximately 16-18) for a non-speaking, walk-on role in a stills montage for an upcoming ad campaign. Filming will take place in West London on one day between the specified dates.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray twin sisters in a stills montage for a professional advertising campaign.
• Follow on-set directions to ensure high-quality results for the shoot.
• Collaborate with the production team to capture natural and authentic expressions.

Requirements:

• Identical or fraternal twin girls aged 16-18 or able to portray this age range.
• Must be in school year 12 or above.
• Middle Eastern appearance.
• Must be available for one day of filming in West London.

Compensation:

• This is a paid role. Specific payment details will be provided upon selection.

Featured Background Actor – Amazon Streaming Series “Scarpetta”

Job Details:
Jenny Alison Casting is seeking a nonunion male actor for a featured background role in the Amazon streaming series “Scarpetta,” produced by Blumhouse TV. This is a night shoot in the Nashville area, and only local submissions will be accepted. The role requires comfort with dancing in a scene.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a featured background role as directed by the production team.
• Dance confidently and naturally in a specified scene.
• Commit to being on set for up to 12+ hours, with a guaranteed 12-hour rate.
• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude on set.

Requirements:

• Male, white, early 30s, in exceptional physical shape.
• Must be a new face for this production (no previous or scheduled work on the project).
• Comfortable with dancing on camera.
• Must be available for a night shoot and able to commit to potential extended hours.
• Ability to work as a local hire in Nashville, TN.

Compensation:

• $400 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee + time and a half after 8 hours).
• Additional compensation for extended hours if required.

Commercial Talent – “Grandma” Role in Cane Brew Sweet Tea Campaign

Job Details:
Goleman Casting is seeking a nonunion actor to play the role of “Grandma” in a commercial for Cane Brew Sweet Tea. The production will take place in Mobile, AL, for one day. The ad will be featured on YouTube and social media platforms.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray “Grandma,” the mother of Cate, in an engaging and professional manner.
• Deliver scripted lines authentically and with emotional nuance.
• Collaborate with the production team and follow all on-set directions.

Role:

• Grandma:
  • Female, age 55-60, white.
  • Character Description: Cate’s mother, a warm and relatable character.
  • Speaking role.

Requirements:

• Nonunion talent only.
• Must be a local hire to Mobile, AL.
• Provide clear and current photos (closeup and full body) without hats, sunglasses, or filters.
• Share full availability for the shooting window and note any scheduling conflicts.
• Include a completed size chart and indicate if you have visible tattoos (and provide a photo of them) and a tattoo release if applicable.

Compensation:

• $375 all-in rate for one day of shooting.
• Usage: YouTube and social media, 1-year term.

Commercial Talent – “Cate” Role in Cane Brew Sweet Tea Campaign

Job Details:

Goleman Casting is seeking a nonunion actor to play “Cate” in a commercial for Cane Brew Sweet Tea. Filming will take place in Mobile, AL, for one day, with the final advertisement intended for YouTube and social media platforms.

Job Responsibilities:

Portray “Cate,” a busy working mom of two, in a professional and authentic manner.
Deliver scripted lines with confidence and emotional depth.
Follow all production guidelines and on-set directions.

Role:

• Cate:
• Female, age 30-35, white.
• Character Description: A hardworking mother balancing the demands of life.
  Speaking role.

Requirements:

• Nonunion talent only.
• Must be a local hire to Mobile, AL.
• Provide clear and current photos (closeup and full body) without hats, sunglasses, or filters.
• Share full availability for the shooting window and note any conflicts.
• Include a completed size chart and indicate if you have visible tattoos (and provide a photo of them) and a tattoo release if applicable.

Compensation:

• $375 all-in rate for one day of shooting.
  Usage: YouTube and social media, 1-year term.

Background Extra – “Watching the Game” (Feature Film: CRAZIE)

Job Details:

The feature film “CRAZIE” is seeking males and females, ages 18-26, of any ethnicity to portray a group of friends watching a pickup basketball game. This is a background role and does not require speaking lines. Filming will take place in McDonough, GA.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray friends casually watching a basketball game in a realistic and natural manner.
• Maintain professionalism and follow on-set directions from the casting and production team.
• Participate in a maximum 6-hour filming session.

Requirements:

• Open to individuals aged 18-26.
• Must be available to work in McDonough, GA.
• Ability to act naturally in a background setting.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions.

Compensation:

$78 cash paid at wrap for up to 6 hours of work.

Lead Model for Major Female R&B Artist Music Video

Job Description:

Esprit Casting is seeking a lead model for an upcoming music video for a major female R&B artist. This role requires a confident and striking presence, with a focus on unique, eccentric features. The model will work closely with the production team to embody the artistic vision of the video.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead role in a high-profile music video.
• Collaborate with the creative team to deliver captivating on-camera performance.
• Exhibit confidence and professionalism on set throughout the production day.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female.
• Ethnicity: African American.
• Age: 21-30 years old.
• Dark skin complexion with unique, eccentric features.
• Comfortable working on set for up to 10 hours.

Compensation Details:

Rate: $500 payment upon wrap (10 hours).

Nonunion Cater Waiter – Major Emmy-Winning HBO Series

Job Details:

A major Emmy-winning HBO series is seeking nonunion individuals, ages 25-45, with prior catering or waiter experience to portray cater waiters on set. This is a one-day job that requires candidates to bring their own professional attire and demonstrate the ability to carry trays of drinks with ease.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a professional cater waiter for scenes in a high-profile HBO production.
• Carry and serve trays of drinks with confidence and authenticity.
• Follow on-set instructions and maintain a professional demeanor throughout filming.

Requirements:

• Age: 25-45
• Previous catering or waiter experience is mandatory.
• Must be punctual, professional, and reliable.

Compensation:

Competitive industry-standard pay for nonunion extras. Specific details to be provided upon booking.

Experienced Stenographer (Featured Background Role)

Job Details

A major Hulu series is seeking an experienced stenographer for a featured background role. This is an excellent opportunity to bring your unique skills to a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional stenographer in a featured background capacity.
• Accurately represent the role, utilizing real-world stenography experience for authenticity.
• Collaborate with the production team to deliver high-quality scenes.

Requirements

• Experience: Must have prior stenography experience.
• Photos Required: Submit a selfie and a full-body photo.
• Additional Information Needed: Include your legal name, phone number, union status, wardrobe sizes, and confirmation of availability.
• Location: Must be available to work in Los Angeles, CA.

Compensation

Compensation will be provided in line with industry standards for featured background roles on a Hulu production. Details will be shared upon selection.