Netflix’s ‘BY DESIGN’ SAG AFTRA Short Film Atlanta Casting Call for Michelle

Casting Call for Baby Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking a baby for the role of Baby Pinky, a key supporting character in this heartfelt and emotionally rich story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Baby Pinky, a 6 to 8-month-old, half-Indian American and half-Black American baby girl
• Participate in a few natural, family-oriented scenes
• Work in a controlled and safe on-set environment

Requirements:

• Female, 6 to 8 months old, mixed ethnicity (half-Indian, half-Black American)
• Parents must be present on set at all times
• Identical twins are a plus but not required
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking a young actress for the role of Tinku, a key supporting character in this heartfelt and emotionally rich story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Tinku, a half-Indian American and half-Black American cisgender girl, around 12 years old
• Bring authenticity to the role of a budding swim champ who is lanky, kind, but cranky
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring emotional depth to her family-centered storyline

Requirements:

• Female, 12-16 years old, mixed ethnicity (half-Indian, half-Black American)
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray a dynamic, emotionally layered character
• Must be comfortable in a role that explores complex family relationships and personal identity
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” backed by the Netflix-supported Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actor for the role of Harish, a pivotal supporting character in this emotionally rich and thought-provoking story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Harish, an Indian, Bengali, naturalized American, straight, cisgender man in his early 70s
• Bring depth to the character of a retired business owner who is sturdy, astute, but mischievous
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to authentically portray the generational and cultural nuances of the role

Requirements:

• Male, 60-74 years old, Indian/Bengali naturalized American
• Must be comfortable portraying a character with an Indian accent and intonations
• Strong acting skills with the ability to deliver an emotionally layered performance
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actress for the role of Raima, a pivotal supporting character in this emotionally complex and heartfelt story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Raima, an Indian, Bengali, naturalized American, straight, cisgender woman in her early 70s
• Bring depth to the character of a retired teacher who is slender, generous, but blunt
• Work closely with the director and cast to authentically portray the cultural and generational nuances of the character

Requirements:

• Female, 60-74 years old, Indian/Bengali naturalized American
• Must be comfortable portraying a character with an Indian accent and intonations
• Strong acting skills with the ability to deliver an emotionally rich performance
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” backed by the Netflix-supported Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actress for the role of Michelle, a compelling supporting character in this emotionally rich and thought-provoking story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Michelle, a half-Indian American and half-Black American cisgender woman in her late 30s to early 40s
• Deliver a strong, emotionally resonant performance as a loving mother and partner navigating family dynamics
• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authenticity and depth to the role

Requirements:

• Female, 38-45 years old, mixed ethnicity (half-Indian, half-Black American)
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray a layered, complex character
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

The SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, is seeking an actor for the role of Rishi, a compelling supporting character in this emotionally rich and thought-provoking story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Rishi, an Indian American, Bengali, straight, cisgender man in his early 40s
• Deliver a strong, nuanced performance as a strategic yet disorganized character navigating family dynamics
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members to bring depth and authenticity to the role

Requirements:

• Male, 37-45 years old, Indian American
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray layered, realistic emotions
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Supporting Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

A SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” backed by the Netflix-supported Tasveer Film Fund, is casting for the role of Sonali, a compelling supporting character in this thought-provoking story about family, love, and identity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Sonali, an Indian American, Bengali, lesbian, cisgender woman in her mid-40s
• Deliver a nuanced and emotionally rich performance
• Work closely with the director and cast to bring authenticity to the role

Requirements:

• Female, 35-45 years old, Indian American
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray depth and complexity
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Casting Call for Lead Role in SAG-AFTRA Short Film – “By Design”

A powerful new SAG-AFTRA short film, “By Design,” is seeking a lead actress for the role of Lena. This is a compelling, character-driven story supported by the Netflix-backed Tasveer Film Fund, exploring complex family dynamics with warmth and authenticity.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Lena, a Chinese American, lesbian, cisgender woman in her early 30s
• Deliver a nuanced and emotionally layered performance
• Work closely with the director and cast to bring the character to life

Requirements:

• Female, 28-34 years old, Asian American
• Strong acting skills with the ability to portray depth and complexity
• Must be a local hire in Atlanta, GA, or willing to work as a local
• Previous experience in film or television preferred

Compensation:

• Paid role – SAG scale

Short Film Casting Call – New York City

Job Description
A new short film is casting actors for a unique and engaging project in New York City. This non-union production, directed by Drew Vaughn, features a monologue-driven narrative where strangers offer advice to the protagonist. This is a great opportunity to gain reel footage and work on an exciting storytelling-driven project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted monologues and dialogue on camera
• Portray authentic and relatable city-dwelling characters
• Collaborate with the director and crew to bring scenes to life

Requirements

• Actors of all ethnicities
• Male, 25-35, playing a character in Times Square
• Male, 55-65+, playing a chess player in Central Park
• Female, 40-60, playing a woman in a park
• Must be local to New York City

Compensation

• Paid role
• Reel footage provided
• Half-day shoot

Casting Call for Lead Role in Student Sci-Fi Short Film

Job Description
A non-union student thesis film is seeking a talented actress for a lead role in a thought-provoking sci-fi short film, Third Eye from the Sun. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with passionate filmmakers, gain industry experience, and build your reel with compelling footage. The production explores themes of consciousness, legacy, and self-discovery through an imaginative and visually engaging story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Marisol, a key character navigating the energy balance between her siren sisters
• Bring depth and emotion to the role, conveying internal conflict and personal transformation
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life
• Be available for rehearsals and filming in Savannah, GA

Requirements

• Female, ages 25-35
• Open ethnicity (redheads preferred)
• Strong acting skills with the ability to deliver nuanced, emotional performances
• Comfortable with expressive and introspective scenes
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Savannah, GA

Compensation

• Credit
• Copy of the film for your reel
• Meals provided on set

Casting Call for Hookup Girl Role – Short Film in Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A major short film production is casting a female actor for the role of Hookup Girl. This is an exciting opportunity for an actress looking to gain on-camera experience in a professional short film. If you are comfortable in this role and have strong memorization and improvisation skills, this could be a great fit.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted lines with confidence and engage in improvisation when needed
• Follow direction from the production team for an authentic performance
• Be comfortable on camera and in wardrobe requirements

Requirements

• Female actor, African American, ages 20-30
• Brown or dark skin preferred
• Comfortable wearing lingerie for the role
• Ability to memorize lines and adapt to scene requirements

Compensation

• $200 for 6-10 hours of filming
• Professional exposure in a short film

Casting Call for Main Stripper Actress – Short Film in Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A major short film is casting an actress for the role of Main Stripper Actress. This is a unique opportunity for a confident and experienced performer to take on a featured role in a professional short film. If you have strong acting skills and are comfortable in the required attire, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver scripted lines naturally and engage in improvisation when needed
• Follow direction from the production team to portray the role authentically
• Be comfortable wearing stripper attire (dancing skills are not required)
• Maintain professionalism on set and collaborate with the production crew

Requirements

• Female actor, African American, ages 30-40
• Similar look to Brande Lee from P-Valley
• Does not need to know how to dance but must be comfortable wearing stripper attire
• Ability to memorize lines and improvise when needed

Compensation

• $350 for 6-10 hours of filming
• Professional exposure in a short film production