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Casting Call: Female Lead for Feature Film (Comedy)

Job Description: We are seeking a talented and dynamic actress to fill the female lead role in an upcoming feature film. This comedy film will delve into an engaging and hilarious narrative, requiring a lead who can deliver both the comedic timing and the depth of character necessary to bring the story to life. This role is an excellent opportunity for a young actress looking to make a significant impact in the film industry.

Job Responsibilities:

  1. Work closely with the director and fellow actors to develop a compelling character arc.
  2. Memorize and deliver lines with comedic timing and authenticity.
  3. Attend all rehearsals, fittings, and meetings scheduled by the production team.
  4. Be available for the duration of the shooting schedule, including potential travel for on-location shoots.
  5. Contribute to promotional activities such as interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and marketing events as required by the production.

Requirements:

  • Female, aged 17-19 (or able to convincingly portray this age range).
  • Must be a native speaker of American English.
  • Strong comedic skills and timing.
  • Ability to take direction and adapt to fast-paced changes on set.
  • Prior acting experience in theater, film, or television is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Willingness to work unconventional hours as the shooting schedule demands.
  • A professional demeanor and reliability are critical.
  • Must be legally eligible to work in the location of filming.

Compensation: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Specifics regarding salary, residuals, and any additional perks will be discussed during the later stages of the casting process and detailed in the final contract.

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Male Photo Double for Television Drama

Job Description
A high-profile television series is casting a male photo double for a featured scene. This non-speaking role requires someone who closely matches the physical profile of a lead actor. The photo double will be used to stand in for close-up shots, lighting, and camera setups. The shoot will take place in Midlothian, TX, and talent must be available for both the filming day and a mandatory in-person fitting.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a photo double for a lead actor during filming

  • Match the actor’s physical features for consistency in production

  • Be punctual, professional, and follow on-set direction

  • Attend a scheduled in-person fitting prior to the shoot

Requirements

  • Male, height 6’0” to 6’1”

  • Weight 165–170 lbs

  • Olive skin tone, dark brown curly hair, brown eyes

  • Slim build

  • Must be able to attend an in-person fitting

  • Local to or able to work in Midlothian, TX

Compensation

  • $200 for 12 hours guaranteed

  • Paid opportunity with direct involvement in a major production

  • Adds credit and experience to your professional portfolio

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Lead Male HVAC Technician for Commercial Spot

Job Description
A television and web commercial is casting a male actor to portray a heroic HVAC technician in a non-speaking lead role. This character should exude strength, dependability, and confidence, representing the face of reliable service. The shoot will take place in North Carolina and is perfect for talent with an athletic build and strong screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead HVAC technician in a visual storytelling commercial

  • Perform on-camera movements and expressions to convey professionalism and confidence

  • Follow director cues and deliver a dynamic performance without dialogue

  • Represent the brand with a trustworthy and heroic presence

Requirements

  • Male, age 30–40

  • Athletic build

  • Must be available to shoot in Jacksonville, NC

  • Comfortable working in a non-speaking role

Compensation

  • Flat rate of $300

  • Paid lead role in a commercial for broadcast and web

  • Great opportunity to showcase presence in high-visibility media

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Middle School-Aged Male Cheerleaders for Sports Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking energetic and talented male cheerleaders within the middle school age range for a key scene. This is a paid, non-speaking background opportunity ideal for young performers with real cheer experience. Filming will take place in Birmingham, AL, and applicants must be available for the full shoot day.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform basic cheerleading moves in a game-day setting

  • Follow direction from the production team during camera setups and takes

  • Work well alongside other young performers in a high-energy scene

  • Represent athleticism, spirit, and school team enthusiasm

Requirements

  • Must appear middle school age

  • Must have real cheerleading experience

  • Submit one headshot and one full-body photo (cheer uniform preferred)

  • Guardian/parent must be 18+ and present on set

  • Willing to sign a minor consent form

  • Must be fully available for the filming day with no schedule conflicts

Compensation

  • Flat rate of $150 for the day

  • Great on-set experience in a sports film environment

  • Opportunity to showcase cheer skills in a professionally shot movie scene

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Day Player Role – Pilot in Short Film

Job Description
A short film is casting a friendly and charismatic male actor to portray a pilot in a key day player role. The pilot is a warm, reassuring presence who goes out of his way to comfort a nervous passenger, engaging with kindness and professionalism. This short but memorable role adds a meaningful human touch to a pivotal scene in the film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a calm, confident pilot with a friendly demeanor

  • Deliver lines with warmth and assurance in a single-day shoot

  • Support a character-driven moment with emotional authenticity

  • Collaborate with a student production team on location

Requirements

  • Male actor, able to play 30s–40s

  • Must convey professionalism and a grounded, empathetic presence

  • Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

  • Copy and credit provided

  • Single-day shoot with a featured, speaking moment

  • Ideal for actors looking to add professional, character-driven material to their reel

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Supporting Actor – Rick Mason in Short Film

Job Description:
An upcoming NYU short film titled Wings is casting a supporting role for Rick Mason, a heartfelt story set in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i. The project explores family dynamics, emotional growth, and generational challenges. Rick Mason is a key figure in the emotional development of the lead character, Eden, making this a rewarding opportunity for character-driven performers.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray Rick Mason, a laid-back yet emotionally layered father figure.

  • Deliver a nuanced performance that reflects internal conflict and subtle emotional struggle.

  • Participate in on-set filming during scheduled shoot days.

  • Be open to character improvisation as encouraged by the director.

Requirements:

  • Male talent, age 50s

  • Ability to portray a warm, loving, yet emotionally conflicted father

  • Must be available for shoot dates between August 2nd–4th

  • Must be comfortable with self-tape submission (medium close-up, clean background, good lighting)

Compensation:

  • Copy and credit

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Supporting Role – Hina Mason in Short Film

Job Description
A short film project is casting a strong female actor for the role of Hina Mason, the passionate and emotionally intense mother of the lead character, Eden. Hina is a high-strung woman who deeply loves her daughter but struggles with control as Eden prepares to leave home. This role offers an opportunity to portray the raw emotional dynamics between a parent and child during a pivotal life transition.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Hina with emotional depth, capturing the nuances of maternal love and anxiety

  • Participate in scenes that explore family tension and personal vulnerability

  • Collaborate with a student-led creative team to bring authenticity to the role

  • Be available for self-tape audition and scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

  • Female actor, able to play 50s

  • Must convincingly express intensity, concern, and layered emotional conflict

  • Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

  • Copy and credit

  • Strong supporting role with emotionally rich scenes

  • Ideal for actors looking to expand dramatic reel material in a short film format

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Supporting Role – Nana in Short Film

Job Description
A short film is seeking a seasoned female actor to play Nana, the eccentric and endearing grandmother of the lead character, Eden. Nana brings warmth, humor, and unexpected bluntness to the family dynamic. This role offers a heartfelt opportunity to embody a character who deeply loves her family while adding unique personality to emotionally rich scenes.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Nana with charm, wit, and emotional authenticity

  • Support dramatic and comedic beats within a family-centered narrative

  • Collaborate with a student-led team on location in a character-driven film

  • Be available for select shoot days and submit a self-tape audition

Requirements

  • Female actor, able to play 70s–80s

  • Strong character presence with the ability to balance humor and sincerity

  • Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

  • Submit a well-lit self-tape in medium close-up, labeled “[Your Name]_[Character].mp4”

Compensation

  • Copy and credit

  • Supporting role in an emotionally resonant short film

  • Great opportunity for actors with strong character instincts

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead Role – Merrick in Short Film

Job Description
A short film from NYU is casting a lead male actor to portray Merrick, a charismatic yet emotionally guarded surfer navigating the complexities of young love. Merrick is Eden’s boyfriend—charming and magnetic, but not quite ready to open up. This emotionally layered role explores the subtle tension between affection and immaturity in a coming-of-age story set in Hawai‘i.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray Merrick with natural ease and depth, capturing both charm and emotional hesitation

  • Perform in intimate, character-driven scenes focused on young relationships

  • Collaborate with a director-led student crew to bring authenticity to the role

  • Submit a well-framed self-tape audition with clean background and good lighting

Requirements

  • Male actor, able to believably play age 18

  • Must convey charm with underlying emotional complexity

  • Surfing experience is a plus but not required

  • Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

  • Copy and credit provided

  • Great opportunity to build lead credits and reel material

  • Feature role in a professionally guided short film production

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead Role – Eden Mason in Short Film

Job Description
An NYU short film is casting a lead actor to portray Eden Mason, a deeply layered character navigating her final summer before adulthood. Eden is intelligent, emotionally aware, and caught between her first love, family expectations, and her desire to break free. Set in Hawai‘i, this coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, emotional growth, and the tension between staying rooted and branching out.

Job Responsibilities

  • Deliver a naturalistic and emotionally grounded performance as Eden

  • Participate in remote self-tape audition (medium close-up, clean background, well-lit)

  • Collaborate with a student-led production team for a character-driven narrative

  • Be available for all scheduled shoot dates on location

Requirements

  • Female actor, able to believably play 18 years old

  • Must portray emotional nuance and strong internal conflict

  • Open to collaborating and improvising around scripted material

  • Based in or able to work in O‘ahu, Hawai‘i

Compensation

  • Copy and credit only

  • Ideal for actors building dramatic reels and festival-level work

  • Lead role in a character-rich short film for academic showcase

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Infant Casting Call for Drama Series

Job Description
A major television series is seeking African American infants for an upcoming labor and delivery scene. Filming will take place in the Norcross/Atlanta area, and production is looking for babies who appear to be between 11 weeks and 7 months old. Twins are preferred, but single baby submissions will also be accepted. Parents or guardians must be available to accompany their child on set.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a newborn in a scripted hospital scene

  • Remain calm and comfortable during brief on-set moments

  • Be accompanied by a legal guardian throughout filming

  • Follow directions from the production team to ensure a smooth shoot

Requirements

  • Infants 11 weeks to 7 months old

  • Must appear African American

  • Twins preferred but singles welcome

  • Local to Norcross or Atlanta, GA

  • No Central Casting registration required to apply

Compensation

  • $250 for 10 hours per child

  • Paid directly to parent or guardian

  • Professional on-set experience for families in a network drama

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Actors for True Crime Reenactment Series

Job Description
A new episode of a true crime reenactment series is casting talent for non-speaking roles based on real individuals. Filming will take place in Lexington, KY, and actors must closely match the physical traits of real people portrayed. This is an exciting opportunity for performers comfortable with physical acting, dramatic storytelling, and embodying emotionally intense moments on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Recreate scenes from real-life investigations in a non-speaking capacity

  • Match appearance to reference photos provided by production

  • Perform scenes involving physicality and emotional expression

  • Take direction from the director and follow scene blocking precisely

Requirements

  • Must be comfortable portraying violence or physical actions

  • Should have flexible availability over the shoot window

  • Must resemble casting references for roles unless applying for non-match roles

  • Non-speaking, background reenactment roles only

  • Seeking the following character types:

    • Judith: Female, Caucasian, 50s–60s, short brown hair, must be a smoker or okay with smoking

    • Catherine: Female, Caucasian, 50s–60s, brown/gray hair, heavy-set build

    • Jimmy: Male, Caucasian, 40s–early 50s, short/buzzed/balding hair

    • Charles: Male, Caucasian, 50s–60s, brown hair balding on top

    • Heather: Female, Caucasian, 30s–40s, light brown/brown hair

    • Heather’s Husband: Male, Caucasian, 30s–40s, bald, goatee, 5’5”–5’7”

    • Shadow Figure: White male, must be physically fit and able to lift an actress

    • Flex Roles: No match required; seeking housekeeper, lab tech, and investigator types

Compensation

  • $125 for 6 hours

  • $200 for days over 6 hours

  • Shoots 1–2 days with short notice, meals provided on set

  • Great for actors seeking television reenactment credits

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Stand-In for Holiday Movie Production

Job Description
A new Christmas-themed film is casting an African American male stand-in for a production shoot in the Atlanta area. This is a great opportunity to work closely with the camera and lighting departments while supporting the creative process behind the scenes. Applicants should be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to physically match the principal actor’s profile.

Job Responsibilities

  • Stand in for the lead actor during lighting and camera blocking

  • Follow precise on-set instructions from crew

  • Maintain consistency for shot setups and angles

  • Be available for the full scheduled workday

Requirements

  • African American male

  • Ages 18–50

  • Height between 5’10” and 6’0”

  • Must be local to the Atlanta area or able to work as a local hire

Compensation

  • $150 for 10 hours guaranteed

  • Paid position with opportunity for future stand-in work

  • Work on a professional set for a festive holiday production

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05-22-2024

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