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Syracuse University

Lead Actor Job in The Shape of Staying, Female, Age 20-30 - An Ran

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Syracuse, NY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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An Actor or Entertainer portrays characters and assumes roles in performances, host television programs, or entertain in front of live audiences. Works in film or television and theatre, including professional and community based theatre. May work as a narrator, provide voiceovers for commercials or animated films or record audio versions of books; may play characters in theme parks or in living history museums. May perform comedy acts or other stage acts.

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EXPIRES:

October 10, 2026 8:00 PM An Ran 'The Shape of Staying' Unpaid Lead Female 20-30 Nonunion Student Film General Staff +

Crew Drama Location:

Syracuse, NY; New York City, NY; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA Apply Be one of the first to apply! Save Job A guarded but sharp Chinese woman who has learned to survive by attaching herself to people who can offer stability. Her arc is quiet and internal; role relies heavily on facial expression, silence, and physical behavior rather than dialogue alone.

Note:

Smoking is depicted/required. Mandarin Chinese is a plus but not required.

Not Paid Ethnicity:

Asian Required Skills:

Languages:

Mandarin Chinese Languages:

English Pre-Screen Requests:

3 Question(s) About the project Seeking talent from Syracuse, NY; New York City, NY; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA

COMPANY DETAILS

Syracuse University Xiwen Luo, actor-performer Member since Sep 16, 2025 1 Job posted ID Checked

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Casting "The Shape of Staying," a Syracuse University graduate thesis short... view more Other roles in this project This project includes 3 additional roles . View full listing for more details. View Full Listing Details Dates & Locations Shoots Oct. 23-25 in Syracuse, NY.

Departure:

Oct. 25 after wrap or Oct. 26 in the morning.

Compensation & Contract An Ran:

Lead Not Paid Eric:

Lead Not Paid All other roles:

Not Paid Additional:

Unpaid roles. Accommodation, transportation, and meals during the trip will be reimbursed. Actors will work no more than 10 hours a day. Key Details Seeking talent from Syracuse, NY; New York City, NY; Boston, MA; Philadelphia, PA Become a Backstage member or log in to view additional details, including key audition and/or submission instructions. Join Now Ready to Apply? Select Role An Ran Eric Director of Photography Gaffer Apply