Short Film London Open Casting Call

Casting Call for Various Roles – The Changing Room Short Film

Job Description:
Lane Casting is seeking a variety of actors for an upcoming short film titled The Changing Room, which will be shot in London. We are casting for several roles and are open to individuals with no previous acting experience. The film aims to represent diverse backgrounds, particularly from the South London community. We encourage local talent to apply for this unique and special project.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a character as specified in the casting requirements.
• Deliver an authentic and believable performance in line with the character’s background and traits.
• Work collaboratively with the director and production team to bring the character to life.
• Be available for rehearsals and shooting days as scheduled.

Roles Available:

1. Black British Men: Ages 25-30.
2. Black British Caribbean Men: Ages 60-65, must speak Jamaican Patois.
3. Black British Nigerian Men: Ages 25-30.
4. Latin Men: Ages 35-50.
5. Black British Caribbean Men: Ages 40-45, must have a Jamaican accent.

Requirements:

• Open to individuals who meet the age, ethnicity, and language/accent criteria listed for each role.
• Comfortable working on set and following direction from the production team.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in London.
• No prior acting experience is required; we welcome newcomers.

Compensation Details:

• Pay will be competitive and based on industry standards for short films.
• Meals and on-set accommodations will be provided.
• Additional details regarding compensation will be shared with selected candidates.

Casting Call: Young Girl for Lead Role in Short Film

Job Description:
Des Hamilton Casting is currently seeking a young girl from Scotland, aged 5 to 11, to play the lead role in an upcoming short film. We are particularly interested in hearing from young talent who can speak with an American accent. This is a fantastic opportunity for a child actor to showcase their skills in a prominent role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead character in a short film.
• Take direction from the film director and acting coach to deliver an authentic and engaging performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and be available for scheduled filming days.
• Work closely with other cast members and production staff to ensure a smooth filming process.

Requirements:

• Girls aged 5-11.
• Must be based in Scotland.
• Ability to speak with an American accent is highly desirable.
• Acting experience is preferred but not required.
• Parent or legal guardian must apply on the child’s behalf.
• The parent or guardian must be present during filming.

Compensation Details:

• This is a paid role; specific compensation details will be discussed with shortlisted candidates.

Casting Call: Female/Non-Binary Basketball Players for Short Film Production

Job Description:

We are casting female and non-binary basketball players, aged 18-23, for a short film production in collaboration with NFTS and BBC Film. This exciting project, part of the Sean Connery Talent Lab, will focus on basketball scenes, and we are seeking players who are passionate about the sport and have a confident on-screen presence.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in basketball scenes as part of a short film production.
• Follow direction from the production team to portray a basketball player authentically.
• Collaborate with the cast and crew to ensure the scene’s energy and athleticism are captured on film.

Requirements:

• Gender: Female and Non-Binary individuals.
• Age: 18-23 years old.
• Ethnicity: Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be Scotland-based (Central Belt region).
• Comfortable with playing basketball on screen.
• Prior acting experience is not required, but familiarity with basketball is essential.

Compensation:

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection.