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Buffalo Crime Short Film

CASTING CALL

Logline: A chicken wing chef, her ex-husband, and a hostage end up on the run from an angry bookie and corrupt cop after their half-baked plan to rob a local bar the night before the 1995 Super Bowl, goes awry.

  • This is a short film to use to promotion for financing for a full length feature.
  • REAL looking people/characters is who we are casting
  • Filming in March near Rochester, NY over 4 days
  • Roles are Paid based on role and days.  Non-Union.

SEE REFERENCE PHOTOS HERE: 

https://www.dropbox.com/…/STAR%20Untitled%20Buffalo…

Audition are self tape

Please follow all instructions

ALL GENDERS AND RACES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!

DEADLINE: FRIDAY Feb 11th at 10PM  – just do it….dont delay or you may miss being seen!

 

Audition tape:

– slate name and where you are from

– what was the last movie you watched? did you like it? tell me about it

– what’s’ the most fun role you’ve ever played? show me a little of that character

– look right at the camera and then act as though something scares you over your right shoulder 

– if you’re not done try a few emotions: sad, angry, happy, really happy you just won the lottery…but then you realize it was a fake…

KIM- Late 30’s/40s -“Moved to Western New York from Richmond for college but ends up dropping out and working as a cook at a local dive bar. She’s a little overweight from

chicken wings, potatoes skins, jalapeño poppers and vodka crans. Shes confident when drinking. She’s witty and can make folks at

the bar laugh with her raunchy sense of humor. She lives a pretty honest life but maybe has a gambling problem”

COLLEEN – 30s Kim’s little sister. She opted out of college and instead moved in with Karen. She works at Dunkin’ three days a week. Shes sweet and acts like more of a mom to Karen than a sister. 

SARAH or JAMES – 15ish – Male or Female Collen’s goth daughter (or son). A bit of a pain in the ass. Doesnt really fit in, wears JNCOs and listens to ICP but sill plays hockey. 

RANDY – Late 30s/40s Kim’s boss. Hes a red faced drunk talker kind of guy. He’s always giving Kim a hard time. 

HERO BAR GUY -Older fella that can give Kim an evil/curious look. 

Villians (2) -Late 30s/early 40s -Think Gaear Grimsrud and Carl Showalter from Fargo

Cops (2) – 30s-70s -Classic soft looking cop. Can deliver line straight but is somehow funny 

Librarian -50-60 Older buttoned up librian looking person. Sweet and curious. A bit humuros. 

MOLLY – Lates 30s to early 40s

REDNECK MILITIA (2) – Late 30s to early 40s. Real character faces

BACKGROUND EXTRAS- All characters welcome to apply!  No Audition necessary!

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Job Description
A television production is seeking a paid stand-in actor for an upcoming shoot. This non-speaking stand-in role supports on-set lighting and camera blocking and is ideal for performers with on-set experience or those looking to build professional television credits. Talent with a close physical match to a principal actor is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups

  • Maintain consistent positioning, posture, and movement for technical rehearsals

  • Remain available on set for the duration of the workday

  • Follow direction from the assistant director and camera team

Requirements

  • Latino or Caucasian talent with dark hair

  • Appearing in their 20s to 30s

  • Height range approximately 5’10”–6’0”

  • Weight range approximately 160–185 lbs

  • Comfortable working as a non-speaking stand-in

  • Prior stand-in or background experience is a plus but not required

  • Must be able to work locally and report to set as needed

Compensation

  • $186 for 8 hours

  • Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours

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Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in a lifestyle commercial

  • Showcase natural, fresh smiles throughout filming

  • Follow on-set direction from the production team

  • Be available for a one-day shoot within the scheduled window

Requirements

  • Women ages 20–40

  • One child ages 7–12

  • All ethnicities encouraged to apply

  • Fresh, natural smiles required

  • Comfortable appearing on camera

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Compensation

  • $500 for a one-day shoot

  • Paid commercial appearance

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Job Description
A high-energy toy commercial is seeking confident teenage performers for a social-first, TikTok-style campaign. This project is looking for natural, charismatic teens who feel like viral stars rather than traditional commercial actors. The tone is fun, effortless, and cool, with a strong focus on individuality, confidence, and personality. Performers will bring a modern, playful edge to a football/soccer-inspired concept.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a bold, confident teen with natural main-character energy

  • Perform in a casual, social-media-style commercial environment

  • Bring a dry, comedic edge and authentic personality to camera

  • Reveal the product with confidence, charm, and a playful attitude

  • Collaborate with the creative team during fittings, rehearsals, and shoot days

Requirements

  • Teenagers ages 13–15 (approximate)

  • Open to all genders and ethnicities

  • Bilingual performers (English/Spanish) strongly encouraged

  • Comfortable on camera with an unforced, confident presence

  • Ability to improvise naturally (Spanish improv required for bilingual role)

  • Must embody a modern, trend-aware, football/soccer fan vibe

Compensation

  • $100 for fitting

  • $750 per shoot day

  • $2,000 buyout

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Job Description
Grave Dolls is a senior thesis psychological horror/drama film written and directed by Chris Sharp. The story follows a troubled teenage girl who, while confined inside a coffin, confronts her darkest traumas, navigating themes of abuse, addiction, and survival through fragmented memories and unsettling visions.
Filming takes place in Warwick, NY and Goshen, NY on March 14 and March 15.

Requirements

  • Dad (40s) – Day Player
    A man dulled by years of drinking. Glassy-eyed with slow movements, carrying himself like someone worn down beyond repair.
  • Mom (30s) – Day Player
    Fragile and emotionally hollow. Moves with exhaustion and muscle memory, her stillness and unfocused gaze revealing grief and addiction beneath the surface.
  • Must be available for filming on March 14 and/or March 15
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Compensation

  • Paid
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🎬 THE EIGHTH DOOR

A Psychological Thriller / Supernatural Drama Series

Created by: Joshua Freeman
Production Company: Glassline Pictures
Format: 8 x 1-hour episodes
Status: Casting & Pre-Production
Planned Shoot: March–June 2026


LOGLINE

Eight strangers are drawn together by a mysterious force and trapped inside an unfolding psychological experiment—one that tests guilt, memory, and morality. Each door they open brings them closer to freedom… or to a truth none of them are ready to face.


SERIES OVERVIEW

The Eighth Door is a premium, character-driven psychological thriller with supernatural elements. Blending tense mystery with emotional depth, the series explores how trauma, secrets, and personal choices shape reality itself.

As the characters confront a series of escalating trials, they begin to realize the doors are not just physical barriers—but manifestations of their own past decisions. The question is no longer how do they escape, but who deserves to.


TONE & COMPS

Dark, atmospheric, and cerebral.

Comparable to:

  • Dark (Netflix)

  • The OA

  • Severance

  • Black Mirror (serialized character arcs)


PRODUCTION COMPANY

Glassline Pictures is an independent production company focused on high-concept, prestige storytelling with cinematic scope and emotional realism. The company develops original series and features designed for premium streaming platforms, prioritizing strong character arcs, elevated production value, and market-ready packaging.


CREATOR BIO

Joshua Freeman is the Creator and Executive Producer of The Eighth Door. He develops original, serialized content with a focus on psychological depth, suspense, and genre-driven narratives. His work emphasizes strong ensemble casting and story worlds designed for long-form streaming audiences.


CASTING STATUS

We are currently casting lead and supporting roles for an ensemble-driven series.
Actors of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to submit.

Submission Materials:

  • Headshot

  • Resume

  • Reel (link preferred)

📩 Contact: [email protected]

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

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A student-produced TV pilot titled Pulse is casting actors for multiple speaking roles. Developed as part of a university incubator program, this project explores intense, character-driven stories set against a contemporary backdrop. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain on-camera experience, screen credit, and collaborate on a creative pilot project in an academic production environment.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes for a television pilot

  • Portray emotionally grounded, character-focused roles

  • Collaborate with the director and production team during filming

  • Participate fully in scheduled shoot days

Requirements

  • Open to actors of all backgrounds and experience levels

  • Ability to bring authenticity and emotional depth to assigned roles

  • Professional attitude and reliability on set

  • Comfortable working on a student-led production

Compensation

  • Unpaid student production

  • On-screen credit

  • Experience on a TV pilot developed through a university incubator program

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A new scripted, faith-based web series is casting Black female actors for multiple speaking roles. This character-driven project explores the lives of four women navigating relationships, identity, faith, and personal growth. The series focuses on honest storytelling, emotional depth, and authentic performances. Actors of all backgrounds, beliefs, and experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes for a narrative web series

  • Portray emotionally grounded, relatable characters

  • Collaborate with the creative team during filming

  • Deliver performances suited for episodic storytelling

Requirements

  • Black female actors

  • Comfortable performing either dramatic or comedic material

  • Acting experience preferred but not required

  • Open to portraying diverse characters and storylines

  • Professional and reliable on set

Compensation

  • Paid roles (rate varies by role)

  • IMDb credit

  • Per-episode screen credit

  • Meals provided during production

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Commercial Project Casting Call – Multiple Roles

Job Description
A non-union commercial-style project is casting local talent for several featured and background roles. This production is seeking natural, relatable performers with strong on-camera presence for lifestyle and social scenes. Self-tapes are required for consideration, and all roles are open to real people with authentic energy—no extensive acting experience needed.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera in lifestyle and social scenes

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Participate in a self-tape audition and wardrobe fitting

  • Perform naturally in a commercial-style production

Roles Being Cast

  • Couple – “Movie Night”
    Male and female performers ages 28–35. Hispanic or African American talent. Real couples encouraged, individuals may also apply and be paired.

  • Balloon Artist
    Male or female performers ages 21+. Any ethnicity. Quirky but grounded personality. Balloon-twisting skills a bonus but not required.

  • Partygoer – “Peripheral Guy”
    Male performers ages 21–25. African American or Hispanic. Natural, relaxed presence for a party scene.

Requirements

  • Must be local to Richmond, Virginia

  • Comfortable on camera in lifestyle or social environments

  • Available for fitting and shoot

  • Willing to submit a self-tape audition

Compensation

  • $500 session fee + 20% (based on a 10-hour session)

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  • $75 fitting fee (up to 4 hours)

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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a character in a true crime reenactment scene

  • Participate in filmed investigation-style sequences

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Maintain professionalism during filming

Requirements

  • Black male actors in their 20s

  • Must closely resemble a provided reference/photo family likeness

  • Comfortable appearing in true crime reenactment content

  • Able to work on camera in a scripted recreation environment

Compensation

  • $150 per day

  • Hotel accommodations provided

  • Paid non-union television role

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Professional Actors Casting Call

Job Description
A talent opportunity is now open for professional actors seeking agency representation. This casting call is focused on experienced performers who are ready to take the next step in their acting careers. The search is for committed actors with formal training and proven on-set or stage experience who are prepared for professional representation and industry-level work.

Job Responsibilities

  • Audition and perform for professional film, television, or commercial projects

  • Maintain a high level of professionalism in auditions and on set

  • Collaborate effectively with directors, casting teams, and production crews

  • Represent agency clients with confidence and consistency

Requirements

  • Professional actors only

  • Ages 18–35

  • Must have formal acting training or qualifications

  • Minimum of several years of acting experience

  • Strong headshots and professional résumé required

  • Must be committed to pursuing acting as a career

Compensation

  • Paid acting opportunities through professional representation

  • Access to high-level auditions and industry projects

  • Career growth and professional exposure

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Skills:
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Bodybuilders Casting Call

Job Description
A non-union project is now casting muscular men for an upcoming paid production. This opportunity is seeking fit, athletic bodybuilders who are confident on camera and ready to showcase their physique in a professional setting. Talent must be locally based and available for the scheduled shoot.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear on camera portraying a strong, athletic presence

  • Follow creative direction from the production team

  • Participate in filming activities with confidence and professionalism

  • Maintain a camera-ready, fit appearance throughout the shoot

Requirements

  • Men ages 25–50

  • Bodybuilder or highly muscular physique

  • Non-union performers

  • Must be local to New England

  • Must be available for the scheduled production dates

Compensation

  • $2,500 if cast

  • Paid non-union project

  • Professional production experience

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Middle School Male Actor for Television Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting a young male actor to portray a middle school student. This role calls for a confident, charming performer with a clean-cut appearance and a warm, natural presence on camera. The character will appear opposite a female counterpart in school-based scenes, making authenticity and relatability key.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a middle school student in scripted television scenes

  • Deliver natural, age-appropriate performances

  • Take direction from the director and production team

  • Work professionally on set with fellow youth actors

Requirements

  • Male actors ages 14–17

  • Must convincingly portray a middle school student

  • Clean-cut appearance

  • Confident, charming, and warm on camera

  • Prior acting experience preferred

  • Non-union performers only

Compensation

  • Paid acting role

  • Non-union television rates

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