Job Description
A new short film titled Ghost Tracks is now casting a young boy between the ages of 7 and 9 to play the lead role. The film is a winner of the Screen Wexford New Voices 2026 Short Film Fund and will shoot in County Wexford this April.
Ghost Tracks explores the role technology plays in modern family life—its benefits, hidden dangers, and the impact it has on relationships within the home. The story examines contemporary parenting anxieties while delivering an engaging and thought-provoking narrative for a broad audience.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform in a leading role in a short film
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Attend in-person audition if selected
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Participate in filming in April
Requirements
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Male child actor, ages 7–9
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Available for filming in April
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Available for auditions in Wexford on March 2
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Submit expression of interest before the deadline
Audition Details
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Audition Date: March 2 (Wexford)
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Deadline for audition tape submissions: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Compensation
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Compensation details not specified (inquire upon submission)
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Short Film – Young Female Lead
Job Description
An upcoming short film is casting a young female actor for the lead role in a paid production filming in Donegal, Ireland. The production is seeking a talented child performer who can authentically speak with a rural Irish accent or an accent from Munster or Connaught.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform the lead role in a narrative short film.
- Deliver scripted dialogue and character-driven scenes.
- Bring a natural and authentic performance to the lead character.
- Follow age-appropriate direction from the director and production team.
- Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.
Requirements
- Female talent.
- Ages 7–10.
- Must have a rural Irish accent or an accent from a county in Munster or Connaught.
- Ideally based in Donegal, Ireland.
- Suitable applicants based elsewhere in Munster or Connaught are also encouraged to apply.
- Parent or guardian involvement is required.
Compensation
- This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.
