Maria José
Maria José (csun Thesis Film)
$125/Day Guaranteed Pay
Woman
18 -
21
SAG-AFTRA, Student Film
Principal
03/11/2026
Los Angeles
About the Job
18+ to play 16. First-generation Mexican American. Maria speaks English and some limited Spanish, often feeling the weight of being the eldest daughter expected to help her mother with "grown-up" work. While she initially resents the responsibility of caring for her siblings and helping with the tamale business, she is deeply protective of her family. Her arc follows her transformation from a reluctant teenager to a resilient guardian who fights to keep her brothers from being lost in the immigration system. LEAD, works approx. 5 days. Rate: $125/Day Guaranteed Pay.
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