Pilot
UNTITLED INDIE DRAMEDY PILOT *Still Seeking ELLIOT* (Spec Change)
Details
Union:
Union or Non union
Area of media:
Pilot
Network:
Paid?:
Yes
Rates:
$125/day - UBCP Standard ULB
Deadline:
Aug 9, 2024
Shooting starts:
Aug 24, 2024 
Shooting finishes:
Aug 28, 2024 
Shooting locations:
Vancouver
Cities for response:
Vancouver
Comments
Funded by the Canada Council For the Arts based on her award-winning web series, creator Felicia Simone leads the cast of this indie dramedy series about dating. At this time, production is filming two half-hour episodes as a pilot presentation.

While we are currently casting only for two episodes, we are also hoping to connect with performers who could also participate in the eventual series.

Think "Insecure" meets "Single Drunk Female" meets "Big Mood". This series will be a fun, emotional and entertaining ride, showcasing music and dance performances from local Canadian artists.

Actors must be local hire to Vancouver as production does not have budget for travel/accommodation. Per UBCP ULB guidelines, only Canadian citizens or permanent residents can be considered.

We welcome submissions from both union and non-union actors. Please note that for non-union actors, no permit is required and working on a ULB production does not count as a credit toward Union membership.

All actors who have previously submitted self-tapes for ELLIOT are *still being considered* and there is no need to resubmit. We are looking to see additional options skewing a bit older. If an actor was previously submitted but *did not* submit tape, feel free to resubmit. Actors who have already auditioned for another role are also welcome to submit for ELLIOT as well. Please note casting is still in progress for ALL roles.
Storyline
Love and self-discovery collide as a young black woman (LISHA - CAST) dives into post-breakup dating in the vibrant chaos of a new city, igniting a journey filled with unexpected twists and life lessons.
Roles
Role typeRoleGender & Age range
PrincipalELLIOTMale 35 - 45 Years old
Description
Open ethnicity. Bartender in his late 30s. Burly, very attractive, lumberjack vibes. A natural flirt...Open ethnicity. Burly, very attractive, lumberjack vibes. A natural flirt. Gives Lisha a free drink and charms his way into making out with her in a back room at the bar until he has an unexpected emotional breakdown at an awkward moment. Comedic background a huge plus, with ability to keep performance grounded and realistic. Two scenes. Actor must be comfortable with passionate kissing. An intimacy coordinator will be provided. Works 1 day. PRINCIPAL.

**NOTE NEW AGE RANGE/SPECS. We have re-rereleased to invite a few older options, and also encourage submissions from larger body types (either "Dad bod" or muscular) as he's a dude you would not expect to break down into tears. All previous submissions are still being considered!**