Working for Mosaic Films for BBC Bitesize, we’re on the lookout for young Welsh speaking talent!
We are seeking a presenter for a series of short Welsh-language grammar films for BBC Bitesize. The videos will briefly explain Welsh grammar points in English for an audience of 11 – 14 year olds. Filming will take place in a studio setting, with green screen, and the final content will be shown online in short-form digital format. Filming will be for one day in mid-January in a studio in Cardiff or nearby.
Requirements:
- Aged between 18 and 23
- Fluent in Welsh and English
- Informative, confident, clear and warm in delivery
- Previous on-camera experience or a background in education/presentation preferred
Submission Requirements:
- Short video (1 minutes 30 seconds) introducing yourself, including Welsh and English phrases
Key Dates:
- Submissions due: 6/12/24
- Filming Period: mid January 2025
CONTRIBUTORS
We’re also seeking contributors / actors for a series short films that will accompany the grammar films. The videos will showcase grammar points and conversational Welsh through documentary–style filmmaking, discussing the contributors’ everyday lives, activities and opinions. The final content will be shown online in short-form digital format. Filming will take place in Cardiff and surrounding area from mid-January until mid-February.
Requirements:
- Ages between 18 and 23
- Fluent in Welsh
- Warm, confident, conversational and approachable to connect with learners
- Prior acting experience preferred; must be comfortable following a script and speaking on camera
- Comfortable sharing basic personal information onscreen (discussing hobbies or favourite music, for example)
Submission Requirements:
- Short video (1 minute 30 seconds) introducing yourself
- Reading of a 1 minute script. Please contact Siwan for a copy of the script
- In an email, detail hobbies, experiences, or locations tied to your everyday life that could inform your story in the series
Key Dates:
- Submissions due: 6/12/24
- Filming Period: mid January 2025 to mid February
For submissions, further questions and to obtain a script, contact Siwan:
siwan@twtproductions.cymru