WC Casting

Casting Call: Short Film “Candy or Movie”

Job Description: We are currently casting for a short film set in 1970s China. The story revolves around a young girl who faces a moral dilemma after finding some money: should she use it to indulge in sweets or buy a ticket to watch her favorite movie? Or should she follow her mother’s teachings and return the money to its rightful owner? This film will be shot under the SAG-AFTRA Short Film Agreement and is accepting both union and non-union submissions. Actors must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese due to the film’s setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accurately portray the character’s emotions and decision-making process in a culturally authentic setting.
• Follow the director’s vision to bring depth and life to the character.
• Participate in the assigned filming schedule.

Roles:

1. Chinese Girl (Lead Role)
   A curious and lively girl, age 6-12, who enjoys watching movies and eating candy. The role centers on her decision-making after finding the money.
   Responsibilities:
   • Deliver a convincing performance as a thoughtful and inquisitive child.
   • Lead the storyline with emotional authenticity.
     Requirements:
   • Age: 6-12 years old.
   • Must speak fluent Mandarin Chinese.
2. Chinese Woman (Supporting Role)
   A woman, age 21-40, who works at the movie theater’s ticket booth. Being a mother herself, she gently guides the young girl, helping her navigate her moral dilemma by offering advice and support.
   Responsibilities:
   • Provide support to the main character with subtle emotional guidance.
   • Act as a source of wisdom and moral influence in the storyline.
     Requirements:
   • Age: 21-40 years old.
   • Must speak fluent Mandarin Chinese.

Compensation Details:

• Rate: $18.75 per hour (approx. 6-8 hours per day).
• Union and non-union actors welcome.

Casting Call: Seeking Mandarin Speaking Actor for Student Film

Job Details:

This student film, operating under the SAG-AFTRA Micro Budget Agreement, is seeking a talented individual to play the role of Jin, a college student with a deep fascination for ceramics who struggles to connect with his art due to the impersonal nature of his AI instructor. This is a last-minute replacement casting call, so prompt submissions are encouraged.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character of Jin, bringing to life his despondence and rebellion against the artificial instructor in a compelling manner.

• Work closely with the director and crew to achieve the vision of the film.

• Participate in all scheduled filming days and any required rehearsals.

• Contribute to promotional activities as reasonably requested by the production team.

Requirements:

• Asian Male, age 17-30.

• Must speak fluent Mandarin Chinese. Fluency must be noted in your submission.

• Able to convey a wide range of emotions, particularly frustration and rebellion.

• Previous acting experience preferred but not required.

• Must be available for all filming dates and willing to travel to Grand Rapids, Michigan, if not locally based.

• Union and Non-Union actors are welcome to apply.

Compensation Details:

• Talent will be compensated at $250 per day for three days of filming.

• For talent traveling from outside of Michigan, the production offers a $60 per-diem on travel days (March 13 and March 17).

• Flight, transportation, and lodging for the duration of the production will be provided and covered for non-local talent.

Casting Call: Mandarin Chinese Speaking Voice Over Talents for Video Game

Job Details: We are currently seeking talented Mandarin Chinese-speaking Voice Over (VO) artists for an upcoming non-union video game production. This exciting opportunity is open to both male and female sounding talents who can portray characters across a wide age range from 12 to 80 years old. The project will be produced in New York, but we are open to national applicants who have the capability to record from a professional home studio setup.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide voice-over work for characters in the specified age and gender range, demonstrating the ability to convey a wide range of emotions and personalities.
• Collaborate with the creative team during live recording sessions, which may be conducted in-person for local talents or remotely via Zoom/FaceTime for those outside of New York.
• Work closely with the production team to ensure recordings are completed according to the project’s timeline and creative direction.

Requirements:

• Must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
• Possess a versatile voice capable of covering a wide range of characters, from 12 to 80 years old. Ability to perform multiple voices is a significant plus.
• Must have access to a professional home voice-over recording setup for high-quality audio production.
• Available for recording sessions scheduled between late March and the first week of April 2024. Exact dates will be coordinated based on the availability of the creative team and the performer.
• Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Non-union talents only.

Compensation:

• Talents will be compensated at a rate of $113.64 per hour.
• A minimum of 3 hours booking is guaranteed, totaling a minimum compensation of $340.