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Casting Call: Lead Role for Film “Skrrrt!”
Job Description:
We are casting for the lead role in Skrrrt!, a short film that is part of the Proof of Concept Fellowship, supported by Cate Blanchett and Coco Francini’s Dirty Films in partnership with the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative and the Netflix Fund for Creative Equity. Skrrrt! is a heist film about a Latina high school student who plots to steal luxury cars to fund her education at Harvard after receiving a scholarship that doesn’t cover her caregiving needs. This short film will serve as a proof of concept for a larger feature or television project.
Role:
- Character: Lex
- Description: Latina, age 16 (18 to play younger), uses a powerchair due to a disability or chronic illness (e.g., muscular dystrophy or cerebral palsy).
- Personality: Lex is a driven and ambitious high school student with a sharp mind and a strong sense of independence. She’s smart, confident, and a bit bossy, but ultimately she has a big heart and is motivated by a desire to create a better life for herself and her grandmother. Spanish-speaking is a plus but not required.
Job Responsibilities:
- Play the lead role of Lex in Skrrrt!, a film focusing on a high school student’s determination to overcome financial and physical barriers.
- Collaborate with the director and cast to bring Lex’s personality and journey to life.
- Act professionally on set and work effectively with the crew.
- Convey complex emotions and character depth as Lex navigates her heist plan.
Requirements:
- Actress must be 18 years or older, capable of portraying a 16-year-old character.
- Must be a powerchair user due to a disability or chronic illness.
- Open to Latina actresses (Spanish-speaking is a plus, but not required).
- Must have strong acting skills and the ability to portray a complex, multidimensional character.
- No previous acting experience is required; we are seeking talent who fit the role authentically.
- Note: The production will work with the selected actress to accommodate all accessibility needs.
Compensation Details:
- Union: SAG-AFTRA
- Rate: $241 per day (deferred payment)
- Shoot Dates: November 23 – 25, 2024
- Location: TBD
Talented Musicians, Singers, and Instrumentalists for New Regional Mexican Group
Job Description: TELEMUNDO, in collaboration with HYBE, the prestigious record label behind the world-famous KPop band BTS, is looking for charismatic and talented musicians, singers, and instrumentalists to form the next sensation in the Regional Mexican genre. This is an incredible opportunity to participate in a groundbreaking TV show and showcase your talent to a wide audience.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform and showcase your musical talent in front of a live and television audience.
- Participate in rehearsals, recordings, and live performances as required by the show.
- Collaborate with other musicians and performers to create outstanding musical performances.
- Follow directions from the show’s producers and musical directors to ensure high-quality performances.
Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older.
- Fluent in Spanish.
- Passionate about Regional Mexican music.
- Charismatic and able to engage with an audience.
- Must possess a valid passport for travel within Mexico.
Compensation Details:
- Competitive compensation based on industry standards.
- Travel and accommodation provided for show-related activities within Mexico.
- Meals and refreshments provided during rehearsals and live performances.
- Opportunity to gain significant exposure through a major television network and prestigious record label.
Open Casting call for a SAG-AFTRA short film titled PARACHUTES
Location: Los Angeles
Shoot dates: August 17-20
[YOUNGWON] PLEASE SUBMIT 18 PLUS TO PLAY YOUNGER (17 years old), East Asian, female. Youngwon is Korean. She is sharp and strong-willed, determined to make her Korean family proud as she is sent to the US as a foreign exchange student while her family stays in Korea. She doesn’t speak English but sporadically learns by spying on television while her host mom is out of the house. She is concerned and becomes protective of the other Japanese exchange student living under the same roof, which has endured the strict conditions of their host mom longer than she has. FLUENCY IN KOREAN PREFERRED. LEAD
(KEIKO) PLEASE SUBMIT 1B PLUS TO PLAY YOUNGER (17 years old), East Asian, female. Keiko is Japanese. She is quiet and shy. She fears George and tries to teach Youngwon how to work in the home. She has been in the foreign exchange program and living with George for at least 6 months. She endures George’S abuse because George is persistent in convincing Keiko that she is the only family she has. Keiko bonds with Youngwon even though they do not speak the same language. FLUENCY IN JAPANESE PREFERRED. LEAD