Canvas is hosting a casting for a lead actor in the following project, This is a paid position.
PROJECT INFORMATION
The character will appear in four (4) 45-60 second narrative videos that promote an art-driven (non branded) event series (yet to be announced) directed by Canvas and taking place in Chicago’s Loop District. The videos will be released in May, June, July, and August. Character/Actor will also appear in videos on site at the affiliated events. Videos will be distributed widely in the Chicago area and the events will range from 2-5 thousand attendees.
CHARACTER INFORMATION
The character does not have an age nor gender and lives in an all-white “construct” world. The character has androgynous, alternative, and “futuristic” look (styling, hair, and makeup will be provided for the main shoot).
EXAMPLE LINE: “My name is ***** I am the manifestation of the collective intentions of all Chicago beings. I am not one, but rather a composite of all Chicago citizens.”
OPEN CASTING DAY
Sunday, April 29th at 12 noon in The West Loop by appointment (preston@canvaschicago.com)
SHOOT DAY
The Shoot will be held on one of these days May 2nd, 3rd or 4th. There will be a second guaranteed shoot date in June and possibly further shoot dates depending on the development of the character.
PAYMENT
This is a paid, non-union, opportunity.
APPLICATION
Send an email to Preston@canvaschicago.com with Instagram handle, headshot, any links to acting clips, and a short note about why your interest in the project.
Thank you and we are looking forward to the casting.