CASTING CALL: CINEMATOGRAPHER (MARTIN)

Production Format: Scripted Comedy Drama (Podcast-Style Video Show)
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Audition Type: Self-Tape Submission
Compensation: Paid
Production Date: Will be communicated to selected entries
Final Casting: In-person

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ROLE: MARTIN – THE CONFIDENT, DEFENSIVE CINEMATOGRAPHER

Age Range: 23–45
Ethnicity/Nationality: Nigerian (all tribes welcome)
Accent: Nigerian English (confident; able to mock a slight Yoruba accent believably)
Language: English with light Nigerian slang

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CHARACTER DESCRIPTION

Martin is a bold, expressive cinematographer who believes camera movement is emotion and realism is king. He prides himself on instinctive shooting, handheld realism, and “feeling the moment.” Martin is confident—sometimes to the point of arrogance—and takes criticism of his footage personally.

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Think: an artist who believes movement equals truth, and who refuses to be boxed into rigid technical rules.

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PERFORMANCE NOTES

• Must convincingly portray confidence, defensiveness, and artistic passion
• Comfortable with bold physicality and expressive gestures
• Strong comedic timing, especially with metaphors and interruptions
• Ability to balance ego with underlying sincerity
• Familiarity with film language or visual storytelling is a plus

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AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

Please submit:

• A 1–2 minute dramatic monologue for Martin (View & Download Martin's Monologue)
• Optional: a short improvised clip defending a “shaky” creative choice
• Self-tape must begin with name, age, height, location, and acting background

Technical Requirements:
Clear audio, good lighting, and steady framing required.

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HOW TO APPLY

Click Apply to Project and submit a YouTube or Google Drive link to your self-tape audition.

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NOTES

• Must be available for a 1–2 day shoot in Lagos
• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• This role benefits from big energy and expressive confidence
• Actors comfortable with satire and creative confrontation are encouraged to apply

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SELF-TAPE AUDITION GUIDELINES

Please read carefully before submitting your audition.

GENERAL SETUP

Camera & Framing

• Use a phone or camera in landscape mode
• Frame from mid-chest to just above the head
• Keep the camera at eye level
• Do not move the camera during the take

Lighting

• Face a natural light source or use a soft light
• Avoid harsh shadows on the face
• Do not backlight yourself

Sound

• Record in a quiet space
• Ensure your voice is clear and audible
• Avoid background music or noise

PERFORMANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Tone & Style

• This is a comedy-drama, not a skit
• Play the character truthfully, even when exaggerated
• Avoid cartoon acting — energy should feel natural but bold
  

Language

• Perform in 95% English
• Add light Nigerian Pidgin only where it feels organic
• Accents should be authentic (do not overdo it)

SLATE (VERY IMPORTANT)

Before your performance, please record a 10–15 second slate:Say clearly:“Hello, my name is ___, I am auditioning for the role of ___, I’m ___ years old, based in ___.”Then pause briefly and begin your performance.