RUSH CALL FOR WORK ON A FEATURED FILM – MEMPHIS, TN

Job Description

3Rats Entertainment is seeking actors for principal, featured, and ensemble roles in Defiance, a non-union historical feature film recreating events surrounding Major Dade’s Battle and the Second Seminole War. Production will film at historical sites, state parks, and forts throughout Florida.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned principal, featured, or ensemble roles in a historical feature film.
• Accurately portray characters within the film’s historical setting.
• Follow direction from the production and casting teams.
• Participate in physically demanding scenes when required by the role.

Requirements

• Micanopy: Male, 50s–60s; stoic, heavy-set performer with a commanding presence.
• Jumper / Ote Matla: Male, 40s–50s; Indigenous; eloquent, calculating, and physically formidable.
• Alligator / Halpater Tustenuggee: Male, 30s–40s; Indigenous; charismatic, intense, and suited to portraying a fierce war leader.
• Abraham: Male, 30s–50s; Black, African Diaspora, or Afro-Indigenous; suited to portraying an intelligent, multilingual leader and strategist.
• Charley Emathla: Male, 40s–50s; Indigenous; featured principal role portraying a prominent Seminole chief.
• Seminole Warriors: Multiple male roles, ages 18–40s; Indigenous; physical and athletic performers. High stamina required.
• Maroon Warriors / Black Seminoles: Multiple male roles, ages 18–45; Black, African Diaspora, or Afro-Indigenous; athletic build, strong screen presence, and physical discipline.
• Outdoor filming, period weaponry handling, and natural movement experience are helpful for warrior roles.
• Special skills such as reenacting, black-powder experience, horseback riding, and tactical weapons handling are a major plus.

Compensation

• Paid.
• Non-union production.

Young Male Featured Background Actor for Feature Film

Job Description

A feature film production is casting a young male performer for a featured background role in Atlanta, Georgia. The selected actor will portray the teenage version of a lead character, requiring talent who can closely match the requested appearance. This paid feature film casting opportunity is seeking a Latino male with dark hair who can convincingly portray a teenager on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the teenage version of a lead character in a feature film.
• Perform as a featured background actor in assigned scenes.
• Maintain the character’s required appearance throughout filming.
• Follow blocking and direction from assistant directors and production staff.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew on set.

Requirements

• Male, age 16 or older.
• Latino.
• Dark hair.
• Height must be no taller than 5’9″.
• Must be able to convincingly portray a teenager.
• Must be available to work in Atlanta, Georgia.
• Must have a valid Georgia Department of Labor certificate as required by production.

Compensation

• $160 for 12 hours.

Job Description

A non-union short film titled New Mutiny is urgently casting a lead actor, ages 18–24, to convincingly portray a 16-year-old character. Production will film in Los Angeles, California, on August 29–30, 2026. The character, Juliet, is nonbinary. The production especially encourages nonbinary and transgender actors to submit, although actors of all gender identities will be considered. Juliet is cast in their high school production of Romeo & Juliet. Sensitive, thoughtful, and quietly courageous, they carry the weight of rejection from their mother but ultimately choose vulnerability over fear.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role of Juliet in New Mutiny
• Convincingly portray a 16-year-old high school student
• Deliver emotionally nuanced and dialogue-driven scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Participate in virtual rehearsals if required

Requirements

• Actors ages 18–24
• Must convincingly portray age 16
• Character is nonbinary
• Nonbinary and transgender actors are strongly encouraged to submit
• Actors of all gender identities will be considered
• Casting will be conducted from submitted tapes with no callback scheduled

Compensation

$150/shoot day, plus a digital copy of the film, credit, and meals

Job Description

The production team for the short film Arabella is casting actors and dancers for multiple roles filming January 8–10 in Savannah, Georgia. The production is particularly interested in performers with dance backgrounds, although actors of all experience levels are encouraged to submit. Several roles require performers to learn and execute up to five minutes of waltz choreography with a partner. This is a Savannah-area local hire production. Union and non-union performers are being accepted.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character in the short film Arabella
• Attend rehearsals, callbacks, and filming as required
• Learn and perform waltz choreography for applicable roles
• Follow direction from the filmmaking and choreography teams
• Participate in masked and/or staged violent scenes when required by the role
• Maintain professional conduct throughout production

Requirements

• Arabella: Female, ages 20–25, any ethnicity; must perform up to five minutes of partnered waltz choreography and be comfortable wearing a mask and participating in scenes of violence; pay negotiable
• Father: Male, ages 45–50, any ethnicity; cordial, commanding, organized and observant character with a gentle and nurturing side; pay negotiable
• Charles: Male, ages 20–25, any ethnicity; confident character who must perform partnered waltz choreography and be comfortable participating in scenes of violence; non-speaking role
• The Strangers: Four male dancers, any demographic; must perform partnered waltz choreography and be comfortable wearing masks; non-speaking roles
• The Bird People: Three female dancers and one male dancer, any demographic; must perform partnered waltz choreography and be comfortable wearing masks; non-speaking roles
• Arabella’s Mother: Female, ages 40–50, any ethnicity; character’s face will not be shown; non-speaking role
• Housing and transportation are not provided
• All experience levels may submit
• Union and non-union performers accepted

Compensation

Unpaid unless otherwise noted. Pay is negotiable for the Arabella and Father roles.

Job Description

A casting call is seeking two female child actors, ages 9–12, for an upcoming 1970s-themed short film titled Rollin’ Stone. The production is casting the characters Jamie and Tiffani and is looking for young performers who can help bring the film’s 1970s-inspired story and characters to life. Interested talent should submit professional materials directly to the production for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Jamie or Tiffani in the short film
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s creative vision
• Take direction professionally during rehearsals and filming
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and the production team
• Participate in required production activities if selected

Requirements

• Female child actors
• Ages 9–12
• Casting for the roles of Jamie and Tiffani
• Parent or guardian involvement is required for minors
• Submit a current headshot
• Submit an acting reel for consideration

Compensation

IMDb credit.

Job Description

Michael Druck Casting, CSA is seeking non-union teenagers, young adults, men, and women to work as background extras in the independent feature film The One Before the One, directed by Brittany Sarkisian. Filming will take place in the North Austin and Georgetown, Texas areas. The production is casting talent for a homecoming dance scene on August 12 and a high school reunion scene on August 13–14. No previous acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background extra in assigned feature film scenes
• Portray high school students or high school reunion attendees as appropriate
• Follow direction from the casting and production teams
• Participate naturally in required background action
• Arrive prepared and maintain professional on-set conduct

Requirements

• Homecoming Dance Scene – August 12:
  • Teenagers ages 14–17
  • Young adults ages 18–23 who can portray high school students
• High School Reunion Scene – August 13–14:
  • Men and women ages 25–40
  • All ethnicities welcome
• No previous acting experience required

Compensation

$50/day

Job Description

Late Night Bite, a psychological horror short film directed by Jacob Baimbridge and produced by Trey Jordan, is casting a male actor ages 20–29 for the role of Chad. Principal photography will take place September 9–13, 2026, in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, with primarily overnight filming. Chad is Mia’s fraternity friend and is characterized as arrogant, entitled, and someone who thinks very highly of himself. The production is looking for an actor who can confidently bring this distinct personality to the character-driven horror story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Chad in the psychological horror short film
• Deliver a convincing performance reflecting the character’s arrogant and entitled personality
• Work collaboratively with the director and fellow cast members
• Take and implement creative direction during filming
• Maintain professionalism throughout production
• Be prepared for primarily overnight shoots

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 20–29
• Able to portray Mia’s fraternity friend, Chad
• Comfortable portraying an arrogant, entitled, highly self-confident personality
• Must be comfortable with primarily overnight filming

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.

Job Description

Late Night Bite, a psychological horror short film directed by Jacob Baimbridge and produced by Trey Jordan, is casting a male actor ages 25–35 to portray Trav. Filming will take place in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, with principal photography scheduled for September 9–13, 2026. Trav is Abraham’s coworker, described as a player and a dirtbag who regularly slacks off and cuts corners. His behavior has put him on his boss’s last straw.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Trav in the psychological horror short film
• Bring Trav’s careless and self-serving personality to the screen
• Deliver a convincing, character-driven performance
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team
• Follow creative direction throughout filming
• Be prepared for primarily overnight shoots

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 25–35
• Able to portray Abraham’s coworker, Trav
• Comfortable portraying a player/dirtbag personality who slacks off and cuts corners
• Must be comfortable with overnight filming
• Submit a headshot or recent photo

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.

Pestilence Casting Call for Micro-Budget Feature Film

Job Description

A micro-budget feature film, “The Four Horsemen of this Current Apocalypse,” is casting a performer to play Pestilence in the Los Angeles area. Pestilence is a silent role requiring a highly expressive, quirky performer who can communicate personality and emotion through physicality, facial expressions, and nonverbal acting. Trans and non-binary performers are welcome to apply for this character-driven indie film role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Pestilence in a micro-budget feature film.
• Deliver an expressive performance without spoken dialogue.
• Communicate emotion and character through facial expressions and physical performance.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 20–40.
• Trans and non-binary performers are welcome.
• Must be highly expressive and comfortable performing a silent role.
• Seeking a quirky and distinctive on-screen presence.
• Strong nonverbal acting abilities.
• Must be available to film in the Los Angeles area.

Compensation

• Low/no-pay production.

Frankie Casting Call for Micro-Budget Feature Film

Job Description

A micro-budget feature film, “The Four Horsemen of this Current Apocalypse,” is seeking a female actor to play Frankie in the Los Angeles area. Frankie is a tech-savvy, snarky character with a sharp personality. This feature film casting opportunity requires minimal time commitment and is ideal for performers interested in distinctive, character-driven independent film roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Frankie in a micro-budget feature film.
• Bring a tech-savvy, witty, and snarky personality to the character.
• Perform scripted scenes under the direction of the filmmaker.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.
• Maintain character consistency throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female performer.
• Ages 30–50.
• Comfortable portraying a tech-savvy and snarky character.
• Strong character acting and on-camera presence.
• Must be available to film in the Los Angeles area.

Compensation

• Low/no-pay production.

Twin Women for International Independent Feature Film

Job Description

An international independent feature film is casting twin women in their 20s to 30s who currently live in Mexico. This feature film casting opportunity is seeking native English-speaking twins interested in joining the cast of an international production. No previous acting experience is required, making this an exciting opportunity for twins who want to bring their natural chemistry and personality to a major film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as twin characters in an international independent feature film.
• Participate in scenes and production activities as directed.
• Deliver natural and authentic on-camera performances.
• Work collaboratively with the cast, director, and production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Twin women.
• Ages 20–30s.
• Must currently live in Mexico.
• Must be native English speakers.
• Both twins must be available for the production period.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Comfortable performing on camera and following direction.

Compensation

• Compensation not disclosed.

Job Description

A new feature film, Beneath the Rust, is now casting union and non-union actors for multiple paid roles. Produced under the SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Theatrical Agreement (LBA), the coming-of-age drama will film in East Liverpool, Ohio this September. The production is seeking talented performers for lead, supporting, and day player roles that explore themes of friendship, recovery, loyalty, and hope in a Rust Belt community. Select lead roles are open nationwide, while several supporting and day player roles require East Liverpool local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes under the direction of the filmmaking team.
• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout rehearsals and production.
• Bring emotionally grounded, authentic performances to character-driven roles.
• Attend scheduled filming dates and remain available throughout production.

Requirements

Lead Roles

• Butterfly: Male, 21–25, White or Mixed Ethnicity. A fearless yet vulnerable young man struggling with addiction, identity, and the hope of redemption.
• Fat Andy: Male, 18–21, White or Mixed Ethnicity. A fast-talking, energetic friend whose reckless charm masks deeper emotional struggles.

Supporting Roles

• Montana, Jessie & Brianna: Females, 18–23, White or Mixed Ethnicity. Members of a close-knit friend group with strong personalities and rebellious energy. East Liverpool, Ohio local hires only.

Day Player Roles

• Construction Manager Frank: Male, 55–65, White. Rugged local construction manager with a raw Rust Belt appearance. Local hire only.
• Foreclosure Server Sam: Male, 50–65, White. Weathered, emotionally worn character delivering foreclosure notices. Local hire only.
• Court House Clerk Jennifer: Female, 50–70, White. Compassionate courthouse employee facing difficult moral choices. Local hire only.
• State Rep Shannon: Female, 40–70, White. Experienced public official providing emotional support during difficult times. Local hire only.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA Low Budget Theatrical Agreement (LBA).
• All roles paid LBA Scale plus P&H and 10%.
• Travel and housing provided for qualifying non-local lead actors.