Vertical Series - No Love After The Friend Zone - CA Based Talent

Type
Vertical Drama
Location
Toronto
Content
We are casting globally for actors who are native speakers of American English for the vertical series "No Love After The Friend Zone."

Synopsis: Ethan, a dedicated high school student overshadowed by his popular girlfriend Vanessa and repeatedly relegated to the “friend zone,” harbors a secret identity as a world-renowned music star. After enduring heartbreak multiple times, he eventually chooses to prioritize himself and ends the relationship. Vanessa, upon discovering the truth post-breakup, finds the power dynamics have radically transformed.

Arrival in Turkiye May 3rd; table reads May 4th; shoots btwn. May 6th -13th in Istanbul, Türkiye; return flight May 14th or 15th. Note: Since there may be a 2-3 day shift in the schedule, production will request an option btwn. May 3rd -May 15th. The actors will have a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 days of shooting. The actors who will be shooting for 6 days will be shooting on consecutive days with 1 off days in between. For example, an actor who will be shooting for 3 days may have 8 day off in between. Production will be shooting 60 episodes in 6-7 days.

- Supporting role $300/day. Actors will be asked to be in Turkey two days before the shooting date for fitting and reading proof. On days off, actors are paid a per diem of $40 to cover lunch and dinner.

- Accommodation and flight tickets will be covered by the production company.

- YOU MUST SUBMIT A DEMO REEL SHOWING YOUR US ACCENT
Dates
Arrival in Turkiye May 3rd; table reads May 4th; shoots btwn. May 6th -13th in Istanbul, Türkiye; return flight May 14th or 15th
Union Job
No
Apply By
17:00 - 30th April 2026

Roles

LILY
Female Only 18 - 26
AMBER
Female Only 18 - 26
KURT
Male Only 18 - 27
JEREMY
Male Only 40 - 60

Roles Details

Title
LILY
Content
18-26 Age ( 3 days shoot )

Archetype:
• “The Grounded Girl”
• Alternative love interest
• Emotional anchor
Function in Story:
Lily is the complete opposite of Vanessa’s superficial and self-serving approach to relationships. She is one of the few who can truly see Ethan’s identity, value, and talent.
She serves two key purposes:
1. Reflecting Ethan’s transformation by showing his potential for a healthy relationship
2. Creating dramatic pressure for Vanessa by embodying the possibility of being replaced
Personality Traits:
• Calm, observant
• Empathetic and realistic
• Not driven by popularity
• Emotionally intelligent
Salary
$300 / day Estimated 3 days of work Total: $900
Gender
Female Only
Age
18 - 26

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