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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.

Background Extra – Audience Member for HBO Comedy Series

Job Details:
Alessi Hartigan Casting is seeking nonunion background extras, aged 18 and older, to portray audience members in a major Emmy-winning HBO comedy series. Filming will take place in Los Angeles, CA, during the specified dates. Extras may work one or more days.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an audience member in a comedy series, following the energy and direction provided by the production team.
• React appropriately to the scene to contribute to an authentic and engaging environment.
• Collaborate with the production team and follow all on-set instructions.

Requirements:

• Must be nonunion and 18 years or older.
• Available for one or more days of filming during the specified period.
• Reliable and professional demeanor.
• Provide current photos and detailed availability during the application process.

Compensation:

• $140 for 8 hours of work, with additional pay for overtime if applicable.

Art Gallery Visitor – Feature Film “Instinct of Fear”

Job Details:
Wayward Casting is seeking trendy and well-dressed individuals to portray art gallery visitors in the feature film “Instinct of Fear.” Filming will take place in Chicago, IL. This is a non-speaking background role, open to all ages.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray an art gallery visitor in a sophisticated and natural manner.
• Dress in trendy and stylish attire suitable for an upscale art gallery setting.
• Follow on-set instructions to ensure seamless scene execution.

Requirements:

• Open to individuals of all ages.
• Must be able to portray a trendy, upscale look.
• Available for a single day of filming.
• Provide two recent photos with your application (full body and closeup).

Compensation:

• $129.60 for up to 8 hours of work (same-day pay).

Featured Background – Upscale Restaurant Staff for Amazon Streaming Series “Scarpetta”

Job Details:
Jenny Alison Casting is seeking experienced individuals to portray upscale waitstaff, chefs, or bartenders in the Amazon streaming series “Scarpetta,” produced by Blumhouse TV. This is a featured background role with a higher rate, and applicants must have prior experience working in high-end restaurants.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray upscale restaurant staff, including waitstaff, chefs, or bartenders, in background scenes.
• Maintain professionalism and authenticity, reflecting the high-end restaurant environment.
• Follow on-set instructions and collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired scene.

Requirements:

• Open to all genders aged 27-55.
• Prior experience working in high-end restaurants is required.
• Must not have previously worked on this project.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville area.
• Ability to commit to a full day of filming, potentially exceeding 12 hours.

Compensation:

• $175 for 8 hours (8-hour guarantee + time and a half after 8 hours).

Background Extra – 1970s Detective for Amazon Streaming Series “Scarpetta”

Job Details:
Jenny Alison Casting is seeking tall men (40-60 years old) to portray 1970s-era detectives for the Amazon streaming series “Scarpetta,” produced by Blumhouse TV. This is a nonunion background role, and applicants must be local to the Nashville area.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a 1970s detective in background scenes, wearing appropriate wardrobe provided by the production.
• Collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired on-screen look.
• Follow on-set directions and maintain professionalism throughout filming.

Requirements:

• Male, aged 40-60.
• Tall stature.
• Ability to commit to a full day of filming, potentially lasting over 12 hours.
• Must not have previously worked on this project.
• Must be a local hire in the Nashville area.

Compensation:

• $100 for 8 hours ($12.50 per hour) with an 8-hour guarantee.
• Overtime pay (time and a half) after 8 hours.

Female Extra – Film “Roofman”

Job Details:
Tona B. Dahlquist Casting is seeking a female extra, aged 18-20s, for the film “Roofman.” Applicants must be willing to have their hair styled in cornrows before filming. The role will be photo-selected by the director. The production is seeking a “down on your luck” look, so minimal or no makeup is required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a seedy motel patron with a raw and authentic appearance.
• Follow the styling requirements, including getting your hair styled in cornrows before filming.
• Collaborate with the production team to achieve the desired on-screen look.
• Follow on-set directions during filming.

Requirements:

• Female, 18-20s, any ethnicity.
• Willing to have hair styled in cornrows.
• Must be able to embody a “down on your luck” type of character.
• No glamour or heavily retouched photos; submit raw and natural photos.

Compensation:

• $144 for the filming day.
• $144 for the day you get your hair styled.
• Hair styling costs will be covered by production.

Basketball Players – Feature Film “CRAZIE”

Job Details:
CL Casting is seeking male extras, ages 18-26, of any ethnicity, to portray basketball players in a pickup game scene for the feature film “CRAZIE.” Filming will take place in McDonough, GA. Applicants with basketball experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a basketball player in a realistic and natural manner during the pickup game scene.
• Follow on-set directions and collaborate with the production team to create an authentic atmosphere.
• Work cohesively with other extras to maintain a dynamic and engaging environment.

Requirements:

• Male, ages 18-26.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Basketball experience is preferred (please include details in your submission).
• Must be available for up to 6 hours of filming.
• Must provide accurate and current photos (closeup and full body).

Compensation:

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

Participant – Beauty Brand Campaign

Job Details:
Stark Casting is seeking Black women from South America currently living in the UK for an exciting opportunity to feature in a beauty brand campaign. This is a non-acting role aimed at real individuals, not professional models or actors. The casting will take place in London in December, with the photoshoot scheduled for early January.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professional photoshoot representing a major beauty brand.
• Collaborate with the creative team to capture natural and authentic moments.
• Follow guidance from the photographer and production team during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Black women, aged 20-35.
• Must be from South America and currently living in the UK.
• No prior modeling or acting experience required.
• Comfortable being photographed and working with a creative team.

Compensation:

• This is a well-paid opportunity. Specific details will be provided upon selection.

Stand-In – Amazon Streaming Series “Scarpetta”

Job Details:
Jenny Alison Casting is seeking a nonunion female stand-in for the Amazon streaming series “Scarpetta,” produced by Blumhouse TV. Applicants must have previous experience working as a stand-in or have significant on-set experience. Filming will take place in Nashville, TN, and is open only to local hires.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as a stand-in for an actress during filming to assist with lighting, blocking, and camera setup.
• Match the actress’s height, build, complexion, and hair color as closely as possible.
• Follow on-set directions and work closely with the production crew.
• Commit to a full day of filming, which may extend beyond 12 hours.

Requirements:

• Female, 23-40 years old.
• Height: 5’5″ to 5’7″.
• Must have a similar complexion and hair color to the actress.
• Previous stand-in or on-set experience required.
• Must be available for the entire day of filming.

Compensation:

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee + time and a half after 12 hours).

Lift and Shift Assistant – Art Department Support

Job Details:
A production based in West Suffolk is seeking reliable and capable individuals to assist the Art Department with lift and shift tasks. This is a short-term opportunity requiring physical work and teamwork.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the Art Department with lifting and moving equipment, materials, and props.
• Follow instructions from the Art Department team to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain safety standards while handling and transporting items.
• Work efficiently as part of a collaborative team.

Requirements:

• Physically capable of lifting and moving heavy items.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Prior experience in similar roles is a plus but not required.
• Available for both specified work dates in West Suffolk.

Compensation:

• Competitive industry-standard daily rates. Specific details will be provided upon selection.