Fanta Cea

Job Description
The short series GASP is casting for a dark, tension-driven role: Perverted Subway Man. This minor but impactful character adds conflict and realism to the narrative, which follows Aya, a young queer Muslim photographer navigating identity, friendship, and public life in New York City. Filming will take place June 14–15 in Brooklyn.

Character Description
Perverted Subway Man (Any race): A disturbing presence who becomes involved in an uncomfortable public confrontation on a New York subway. This character is written to highlight social tension and boundary-crossing behavior.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver a compelling, uncomfortable performance within a brief scene

• Participate in rehearsals as needed and be fully available for filming dates

• Work safely and respectfully in a public simulation scene

• Take direction closely for emotional pacing and delivery

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 25–40

• Open to all racial backgrounds

• Must be comfortable portraying disturbing or antagonistic behavior on-screen

• Based in or able to travel to Brooklyn, NYC

• Acting reel or experience in emotionally intense scenes preferred

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• Meals provided on set

• Final footage for actor reel

Job Description
The short series GASP is casting for a cranky older man or woman to portray a fiery, confrontational character who engages in a public altercation. This supporting role adds grit and realism to the storyline, which follows a queer Muslim photographer and her chosen family navigating identity and tension in New York City. Filming will take place June 14–15 in Brooklyn.

Character Description
Cranky Older Man/Woman (White): A short-tempered, reactive character whose outburst brings tension to a key scene. The role is brief but pivotal in establishing real-world friction and cultural challenges faced by the lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a believably agitated character with strong emotional delivery

• Participate in rehearsals and a short filming session in NYC

• Contribute to an important dramatic beat in the series

• Follow direction and timing precisely for confrontational scene

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 40–70

• Open to both male and female actors

• Must be White

• Local to or able to work in Brooklyn, NY

• Previous acting experience in dramatic or intense scenes preferred

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• Meals provided on set

• Final footage for actor reel

Job Description
The upcoming short series GASP is seeking an actor for the role of Brandon, a pivotal character who serves as a mentor and potential love interest to the protagonist, Aya. The show follows Aya, a queer Muslim photographer, as she carves her identity amidst cultural expectations. Filming will take place in Brooklyn on June 14–15.

Character Description
Brandon (Tall/Black): A supportive, grounded figure in Aya’s life. Brandon brings wisdom and emotional insight, while also introducing a subtle romantic tension. This role requires presence, maturity, and chemistry with the lead.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brandon with empathy, poise, and interpersonal nuance

• Participate in character readings and blocking rehearsals as scheduled

• Collaborate with cast and director to shape emotional arcs

• Be available on-location in NYC (Brooklyn) for both filming days

Requirements

• Must be able to play ages 25–50

• Male, Black

• Preferably tall or physically commanding presence

• Based in or able to travel to Brooklyn, NY

• Previous experience preferred; reel or CV required for consideration

Compensation

• Unpaid

• IMDb credit

• On-set meals provided

• Reel footage for actor’s portfolio