Casting Call - PAID - High school coop program.

We are producing a promo video for a collaborative program bringing high school students onto university campus (University of Waterloo and Laurier) for a term of learning and coop!

We need:

Student Lead
Female
Age: 17- 23ish (you're supposed to be a 4th or 5th year high school student)
Ethnicity: Any
 Minimal speaking lines, mostly non-verbal acting. Experiencing life on campus:
- attending classes
- meeting new people
- walking around campus
- hanging out at a coffee shop with friends
- working in tech/science lab
Time commitment: Full day (8 hours), possibly two half days.
Honorarium provided.

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Student co-lead
Female
Age: 17- 23ish (you're supposed to be a 4th or 5th year high school student)
Ethnicity: Any
- hanging out with Student lead
- attending classes
- sharing notes, chatting socializing between classes, etc
Time commitment: 1/2 day
Honorarium provided

We are filming at St. Jerome's University College and UW sometime NEXT WEEK: Wed Oct 31, Thursday Nov 1, or Friday Nov 2. Details to be confirmed.

Please send photos and/or video reel to ken@roscofilms.com !

Casting Call! Dramatic role for documentary

We are producing a short film on a very sensitive and stigmatized topic.

The focus is on an invisible population that is part of the collateral damage surrounding sexual offences: the partners of the offender and their decision to stay with their partner who has offended sexually.

Due to the sensitivities of the subject matter, we cannot reveal the identity of the subject (based on a true story) and therefore will be filming abstract dramatizations. The scenes will reflect themes of:

- family
- isolation
- loneliness
- fear & anxiety
- love and hope

Lead Roles:
Woman - around 30 - 40 yrs, any ethnicity (2 days, paid)
Man - around 30 -40 yrs, any ethnicity (1/2 day, honorarium)
Boy - around 7 - 10yrs, any ethnicity (1/2 day, honorarium)
Girl - around 10 - 14 yrs, any ethnicity (1/2 day, honorarium)

Background Actors:

3 adults, any age, ethnicity (1/4 day, honorarium)

Please send photos/reel to casting [at] roscofilms [dot] com.

We will be filming in middle of November in the Kitchener-Waterloo area. Own transportation a must!

Promo video: Casting Call! *Updated*

We are producing a promotional video for a Christian charitable foundation that wants to "help people recognize abundance and live generously."

The scenes we will be filming are similar to what you see in the image above, essentially, people enjoying life with people they love with an emphasis on gathering around a table for a meal.

The roles do not have any speaking lines.

We need a cast that has diversity of age, gender, and ethnicity:

Female, 50s-60s, any ethnicity
Male, 50s-60s, any ethnicity

Female, 30s - 40s, any ethnicity
Male, 30s-40s, any ethnicity

Female, 5 - 12 yrs, any ethnicity
Male, 5 - 12 yrs, any ethnicity

Families with kids are ideal since you all know each other already! If you know us already, even better!

Depending on the applicants we get, we will update the call to fill any gaps we might have.

Remuneration: $100/day for one day, probably not more than 3 hours.

UPDATE: Shooting in Stratford park by the lake on Tuesday July 26th and Thursday July 28th.

Please send any questions as well as photos/reels to casting [at] roscofilms[dot] com.

Promo video: Casting Call!

We are producing a promotional video for a Christian charitable foundation that wants to "help people recognize abundance and live generously."

The scenes we will be filming are similar to what you see in the image above, essentially, people enjoying life with people they love with an emphasis on gathering around a table for a meal.

The roles do not have any 'speaking lines' per se, but anyone who can speak authentically about their faith and how it has played a role in how they view generosity is an asset for voiceover.

We need a cast that has diversity of age, gender, and ethnicity:

Female, 50s-60s, any ethnicity
Male, 50s-60s, any ethnicity

Female, 30s - 40s, any ethnicity
Male, 30s-40s, any ethnicity

Female, 10 - 16 yrs, any ethnicity
Male, 10 - 16 yrs, any ethnicity

Depending on the applicants we get, we will update the call to fill any gaps we might have.

Remuneration: $100/day for up to 2 days (or 1 day and 2 half days, we appreciate your flexibility!).

Shooting in Waterloo Region sometime end of July or early August.

Please send any questions as well as photos/reels to casting [at] roscofilms[dot] com.

CASTING CALL: Women in prison - Volunteers!

We're looking for a group of 6-8 women, preferably 35 yrs + of any ethnicity to act as our "Volunteers" for STRIDE night, a program that brings the community into women's prisons across Canada through games, crafts, and other social activities.

The main scene would be a simulated STRIDE night with volunteers being paired with actors portraying the women in prison. Activities would include making hand-made cards, writing letters, drawing pictures.

A select few volunteers (1 or 2) with flexible schedules are needed to be featured volunteers few extra scenes interacting with one of the women.

Time commitment: 1/2 day for STRIDE night scene; + 1 day total (but possibly broken up over a number of days) for featured volunteers.

Renumeration: Minimal honorarium (Gift card).


If you are interested, pls email us some photos of yourself and any comments/questions to: casting [at] roscofilms [dot] com.

Location Scout: PRISON (... or school).

Knowing that finding a school available to shoot in June is very difficult to find, we're looking at early July if possible! One full day (8 - 12 hrs if possible). Holla at ken[at]roscofilms[dot]com.  Thanks!

Location Scout: Beautiful natural lighting, indoors.

We're looking for a space to conduct some interviews! Do you know of any places?

We need:

- natural lighting
- big windows, if possible
- quiet space (for audio recording)
- not too fancy or high-end, a place with character
- I know this is getting very specific...

The location in these screen grabs are in a church. We can't use a church for a number of reasons, but if any of you have any leads, let us know! THANK YOU.

Contact: ken[at]roscofilms[dot]com.

CASTING CALL: Women in prison

We are producing a story about a powerful program that invites community members and women in prisons to spend time together, build relationships, and then grow these relationships when the women are released so that they have the emotional and practical support they need to succeed.

For reasons of confidentiality, we will not be showing these women's faces on screen and thus, we are looking to cast 3 or 4 women for re-enactment/dramatization non-speaking roles.

These dramatizations do not focus on the crime that landed them in prison; rather, the focus will mostly be on their re-integration into the community and the challenges they face.

1 woman, any ethnicity, age: 20s

1 woman, any ethnicity, age: 40s

1 woman, any ethnicity, age: 60s

Time commitment: 2-3 days shooting in Waterloo Region, looking to shoot in May.

Remuneration: Small honorarium or gift card.

Please send any photos/reels to casting[at]roscofilms[dot]com .

To read more about the program, visit the STRIDE website.

Casting Call: Commercial!

Four engaging people of various ages for a short commercial spot for a non-profit. You will each have one, possibly two short lines. Must be comfortable with live animals (not a lot, but a chicken is featured)! You are helping to make the world a better place and you’re excited about it!

One-day shoot in late May, early June. Location TBA in Kitchener-Waterloo area. Local talent with own transportation is an asset. Small flat fee will be paid to each actor.

Female, aged 50 - 75 yrs, any ethnicity.

Female, aged 15 - 25 yrs, any ethnicity.

Male, aged 50 - 75 yrs, any ethnicity.

Male, aged 15 - 75 yrs, any ethnicity.

Please send in your photos and/or reel to: casting[at]roscofilms.com by Saturday May 30th.

Casting call - MONTRÉAL: Supporting Cast

A few more important parts for our short film MONTRÉAL, shooting end of February/early March in Kitchener/Waterloo, Ontario. Email us at casting@roscofilms.com with a picture of yourself!

Lady In Line, any ethnicity (40-60 yrs) - A few speaking lines.  Gently but persistently reminds the two bickering gentlemen in front of her in line that they can move up a bit. (Small, but important comedic role!)

Granddaughters (3), any race, age 17-25yrs. Granddaughters of STANLEY, showing happy times with Grandpa. We'll need you for a photoshoot with STANLEY (See inspiration below).

Brian (1), any race, age 17-25yrs. Grandson of STANLEY. We'll also need you for a photo shoot with Grandpa. Own hockey gear/uniform a plus (for photo shoot).

BACKGROUND:
2 men, 2 women, any ethnicity, (30 + years). Waiting in line at the Post Office. (If you ever wanted to be in a film but not wanting the harsh spotlight on you, this is the role for you!)

Casting Call: MONTRÉAL - UPDATED!

We're in pre-production of our next short film, MONTRÉAL! If you or anybody you know fits any of these descriptions, please send in a couple photos of yourself and if possible, a reel/clips of your work to casting [at] roscofilms [dot] com. 

We're looking to shoot in late February or early March in Kitchener,ON, Canada, with some rehearsal beforehand; especially with our lead, Stanley. Thanks for your help!

Synopsis

When Stanley receives a call from someone claiming to be his grandson, he doesn’t hesitate to send him $2000 to free him from a Montreal prison.

STANLEY (65 – 80 yrs), any ethnicity– An endearing mix of eccentricity and naiveté. Nothing is more important to him than his family and his grandchildren in particular. Ideally, not taller than 5'6" or so (location has height limitations!).

ROGER (65-80 yrs), any ethnicity - Wealthy, successful, and arrogant. He brags about how generous he is to his family. Shows little respect to people in general.

ELIZABETH ("LIZZY") (35 – 45 yrs), any ethnicity (same ethnicity as STANLEY), VOICE ONLY– Loves her father STANLEY, proud of her 16-20yr-old son, BRIAN.

"BRIAN" (17 - 25 yrs), any ethnicity, VOICE ONLY - Calls STANLEY to ask for money to bail him out of jail. A fraudster, but not a very good one.

Casting Call - Short film, PIT.

Not one to rest on our so-called laurels, we are prepping for a short film shoot whilst pumping our feature film premiere at Cinéfest Sudbury 2014!

Get ready for a weird role in a sweet little love story!

1 woman - 50s or older, any ethnicity

CHIEF EXAMINER - stern, "Nurse Ratched" presence, she holds a stop watch and a clip board and makes sure everything is running smoothly.

1 woman - 30s or 40s, any ethnicity

WANDA - an EXAMINER just trying to do her job as the man she is examining tries to win her over.

3 men - in  40s or older, any ethnicity.

Looking for fearless male actors for a non-speaking role of MALE SPECIMEN.

Must be comfortable with your shirt off and standing on your feet for extended periods. This film is set in the 80s so moustaches and thick glasses are an asset.

3 women - in 30s or older, any ethnicity.

You must be even more fearless than the men (see image below for an idea of the scene) for non-speaking role of EXAMINER.  You are researchers examining the men for reasons unknown in a cold, clinical, sterile environment.  Must be comfortable being up close with (possibly smelly) shirtless men.

Send us a headshot and/or full body shot to: casting@roscofilms.com 

We are looking to shoot in early/mid November, 2 days.

See images below for the inspiration for this strange, sweet, love story!

Casting Call - The Elmira Case

It's been a while, folks! We've had our heads buried in a number of projects and there are updates on the way. In the meantime - here is a casting call for our latest project:

The Elmira Case is a short documentary about a vandalism case in 1974 that changed the way people around the world thought about justice. Part of the film will be re-enactments of key characters and events in 1974 which necessitates period costumes and props. Shooting will take place in Waterloo Region. 

There are NO speaking lines so emoting with the eyes is important.

Shooting will take place in mid-May, 2014.

Young Russ - Caucasian

Seventeen-years-old, angry and confused, but a good kid at heart. He has had a hard life and is unleashing his anger and confusion in a night of alcohol, drugs, and destruction. [Lean, dark hair preferable. Ability to smoke a cigarette is an asset.] **Shoot days: 2 day, 1 night

Friend - Caucasian
Similar to Russ - reckless, confused teenager who drinks and parties too much. He is the instigator to the vandalism spree. **Shoot days: 2 day, 1 night

Young Mark - Caucasian

Idealistic probation officer in his late twenties - kind-hearted, compassionate, smart. He wants to give these two young punks a chance to be accountable for their actions and learn their lesson. [Beard is an asset] **Shoot days: 1 day

Young Bill Crane - Caucasian

A high school math teacher in his early 30s, Bill is a straight-laced, no-nonsense kind of teacher. Neatly dressed, punctual, walks out the door to go to work to find his tires slashed. [Stocky build, moustache?] **Shoot days: 1 day

Police Officer - Caucasian

Mid-forties, a veteran in the force,  he pulls over two youth who are drunk driving and gives them a break - he confiscates their beer and tells them to go home.

**Shoot days: 1 day, 1 night.

If you are interested in auditioning for any one of these roles, please email us at: casting [at] roscofilms.com by Wednesday, May 7, 2014.