Short Film New Zealand Open Casting Call

Babies for Short Film Roles

Job Description
A short film production is casting babies for an upcoming project filming in London. Casting directors are seeking infants aged 6 to 10 months along with their parents to participate in a professional shoot. This is a great opportunity for families to be part of a creative production in a supportive and safe environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a short film scene with parent or guardian present
• Follow basic direction from the production team
• Remain comfortable and calm during filming
• Participate in simple, natural on-camera moments

Requirements

• Babies aged 6 to 10 months
• Must be based in London
• Parent or guardian must be present at all times
• Comfortable being on set with lights and crew

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon booking)
• Experience working on a professional film set
• Opportunity for early on-screen exposure

Female Actors for Fitness UGC Shoot

Job Description
A fitness-focused UGC (user-generated content) shoot is now casting female actors for an upcoming project in Mumbai and Pune. Casting directors are seeking confident, camera-friendly talent with a fit and active lifestyle who can deliver natural, engaging content. This is a great opportunity for performers interested in lifestyle, fitness, and social media-style productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Create natural, engaging fitness-related content on camera
• Follow creative direction while maintaining a relatable UGC style
• Showcase an active and healthy lifestyle through performance
• Deliver confident and expressive on-screen presence

Requirements

• Female actors, ages 25 to 30
• Fit, active, and healthy appearance
• Fluent in English
• Confident and comfortable in front of the camera
• Able to perform in a natural, UGC-style format

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)
• Opportunity to work on a fitness-focused content shoot
• Gain exposure in lifestyle and digital media projects

Platform Tennis Players for TV Series Background Roles

Job Description
A television series is casting experienced platform tennis players for background roles in an upcoming shoot. Filming will take place in the Sleepy Hollow, New York area, and casting directors are seeking individuals with real playing experience to bring authenticity to on-court scenes. This is a great opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills while working on a professional TV production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray platform tennis players in realistic match and social scenes
• Demonstrate authentic gameplay and movement on camera
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain continuity and energy throughout scenes

Requirements

• Must have real experience playing platform tennis
• Open to SAG and non-union talent
• Comfortable performing athletic activity on camera
• Able to take direction and work efficiently on set
• Must be local to or able to work in Sleepy Hollow, NY

Compensation

• $234 for 8 hours (SAG special ability rate, overtime after 8 hours)
• Opportunity to work on a professional TV series
• Gain exposure and on-set experience

Teen Male Actor for True Crime Series Role

Job Description
A true crime recreation series is casting a Hispanic male to portray a teenage character in an upcoming episode filming in Knoxville, Tennessee. This non-speaking role is for a network television production and requires talent who can convincingly play younger on camera. This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a professional TV set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a teenage character in a true crime reenactment scene
• Follow direction from the production team for blocking and movement
• Maintain a natural and believable on-screen presence
• Participate in a non-speaking, visually driven performance

Requirements

• Hispanic male, must be able to portray age 15
• Must be 18 or older to apply
• Comfortable performing in a non-speaking role
• Able to follow direction and maintain continuity
• Must be local to or able to work in Knoxville, TN

Compensation

• $125 per day
• Opportunity to work on a network television series
• Gain on-set experience in a professional production

Female Character Roles for Music Video

Job Description
A high-profile music video is now casting NYC-based female talent to portray bold, expressive characters with distinctive looks. Casting directors are seeking individuals with strong visual presence, including features like skinny eyebrows, full lips, and dramatic or cosmetically enhanced styles. The project captures a gritty, midtown New York aesthetic and offers an exciting opportunity to work alongside major creative talent in the industry.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray stylized female characters in a music video production
• Follow creative direction to match the visual tone and concept
• Bring strong personality and expressive energy to the role
• Participate in filming while maintaining a consistent character look

Requirements

• Female talent based in New York City
• Unique, bold, or cosmetically enhanced features encouraged
• Strong on-camera presence and confidence
• Available for filming in NYC
• Able to take direction and embody a specific character style

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)
• Work on a high-profile music video project
• Gain exposure and industry experience

Caucasian Baby for Feature Film Role

Job Description
A feature film production is casting a Caucasian baby for an upcoming project filming in San Antonio, Texas. Casting directors are seeking infants between 6 to 7 months old to appear in a scene for a professionally produced film. This is a great opportunity for parents looking to have their child featured in a film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a film scene as directed by the production team
• Remain comfortable and calm in a controlled on-set environment
• Work with guardians and crew to ensure smooth filming

Requirements

• Caucasian baby, ages 6 to 7 months
• Must be local to or able to work in San Antonio, TX
• Parent or guardian must be available on set at all times
• Comfortable being on set with lights and crew

Compensation

• $225 for up to 5 hours
• Opportunity to be featured in a professional film production
• Gain early on-set experience in the entertainment industry

Female Actor to Portray Darlene in Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film production is casting women for a director-selected role portraying “Darlene.” Casting directors are seeking talent between the ages of 45 and 60 from all ethnicities who can bring depth, authenticity, and a strong on-screen presence to this featured role. This is a great opportunity to be part of a professionally produced film in a standout character role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Darlene” in a featured film role
• Follow direction closely from the director and production team
• Deliver a natural, compelling on-screen performance
• Maintain professionalism and consistency throughout filming

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 45 to 60
• Open to all ethnicities
• Strong on-camera presence and ability to take direction
• Comfortable working in a featured, director-selected role
• Must be local to or able to work in East Point, GA

Compensation

• $168 for up to 12 hours
• Featured role in a professional feature film
• Opportunity to gain exposure and industry experience

First Nations Woman for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A paid commercial campaign is casting a First Nations woman for a featured role in an upcoming advertising project. Filming will take place in Sydney, and the production is seeking authentic talent who can bring a natural and engaging presence to the campaign. This is a high-paying opportunity to be part of a professional ad shoot with strong brand visibility.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial advertising campaign shoot
• Deliver natural, authentic on-camera presence
• Follow direction from the creative and production team
• Represent the brand in a professional and engaging manner

Requirements

• First Nations woman, ages 39 to 52
• Strong on-camera presence and natural performance ability
• Comfortable working on a professional set
• Able to follow direction and collaborate with the production team

Compensation

• $10,000 for one 10-hour shoot day
• Opportunity to be featured in a commercial campaign
• Gain high-level industry exposure

Hispanic Male Announcer for Commercial

Job Description
A commercial production is casting a Hispanic male or talent who can authentically portray Hispanic for an exciting announcer-style role. Filming will take place in the Delray Beach, Florida area. Casting directors are looking for a high-energy individual who can deliver a loud, enthusiastic performance similar to a sports announcer, bringing excitement and charisma to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as an energetic announcer in a commercial setting
• Deliver lines with enthusiasm, volume, and strong presence
• Follow direction from the production team for tone and delivery
• Bring a lively, engaging personality to the role

Requirements

• Male, Hispanic or can convincingly portray Hispanic
• Ages 30 to 45 (approximate)
• Strong, expressive voice with high energy
• Comfortable performing loudly and confidently on camera
• Able to take direction and adapt performance as needed

Compensation

• $250 flat rate
• Opportunity to work on a commercial production
• Gain exposure and experience in an on-camera speaking role

Kids, Teens, and Parents for SAG Commercial

Job Description
A SAG commercial is now casting kids, teens, and parents for a paid background acting opportunity in Austin, Texas. Casting directors are seeking diverse talent across multiple age groups to appear in a commercial production. This is a great opportunity for families and individuals to gain experience on a professional set while working on a national project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as background talent in a commercial shoot
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain professionalism and energy throughout filming
• Help create authentic and engaging scenes

Requirements

• Kids, teens, and adults of all ethnicities
• Ages range from 4 to 40s depending on role
• High school teens (14–18) and pre-teens also encouraged
• Athletic adults ages 20s–40s welcomed
• SAG and non-union performers accepted
• Must be local to Austin, TX or surrounding areas
• Comfortable on set and able to follow direction

Compensation

• $448.70 for 8 hours (SAG scale)
• Opportunity to work on a professional commercial production
• Gain valuable on-set experience and exposure

Job Description
A short psychological film is seeking a talented male actor to take on a lead role. The project will be filmed in North Jersey and is designed as a performance-driven piece with strong emotional depth. The film is intended for submission to film festivals, offering valuable exposure and high-quality material for actors.

The lead character, Thomas, is a complex individual with a dark past who becomes entangled in a tense, otherworldly confrontation that forces him to face his past actions. This role requires an actor capable of delivering a raw, grounded, and intense performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Thomas” with emotional depth and authenticity
• Deliver a compelling performance in a psychologically intense narrative
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life
• Participate in a one-day shoot and be fully prepared for performance-driven scenes

Requirements

• Male actor with strong acting ability
• Ability to convincingly portray a criminal character
• Comfortable performing emotionally intense and raw scenes
• Must demonstrate subtlety and depth in performance
• Previous acting experience and reel preferred

Compensation

• Paid role (rate disclosed upon selection)
• One-day shoot commitment
• Opportunity for film festival exposure and professional portfolio material

Job Description
A heartfelt, cinematic non-union commercial is seeking male talent for a suit brand campaign filming in Vancouver. The project highlights how confidence and style can elevate everyday life moments. This visually driven commercial will feature storytelling through natural, lifestyle-based scenes.

Selected talent will portray relatable, polished characters in real-life scenarios, emphasizing connection, confidence, and presence. This is a paid opportunity with strong commercial exposure.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a cinematic commercial production
• Portray lifestyle-driven characters with natural, engaging performances
• Participate in scenes such as walking, interacting with props, and partner-based moments
• Collaborate with the director and cast to create authentic on-screen chemistry
• Be available for scheduled shoot dates and follow on-set direction

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–45
• Roles include:
  • Black or Mixed Ethnicity (Date Guy role)
  • Asian or Mixed Ethnicity (Traveller role)
• Strong on-camera presence and natural acting ability
• Comfortable performing light physical actions such as walking, handling luggage, and slow dancing
• Ability to convey emotion and chemistry with scene partners
• Previous acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Half Day: $1,000 flat rate + agency fee
• Full Day: $1,500 flat rate + agency fee
• Includes 5 years of online usage
• Filming may take place over multiple days, though talent will likely be needed for one shoot day