Ziella Q2

Job Description

A short film titled “The Long Player” is casting a Sheffield-based actor for a key role in a character-driven story. The production is seeking a performer who can deliver grounded, emotionally honest work, balancing charm and rough edges with a sense of vulnerability and regret.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with natural, believable dialogue and strong character presence.

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with the creative team to shape performance choices.

• Maintain continuity across takes and remain professional on set.

• Provide required submission materials (Spotlight link and showreel footage) for consideration.

Requirements

• Must be Sheffield-based (local hire; no travel provided).

• Comfortable portraying working-class realism and subtle emotional shifts.

Role Needed

Jack (Male, Mid-50s to Early-70s)

• A working-class gent who’s done well for himself and believes he’s treated people well.

• He “cuts corners,” always takes the last chip, and sees himself as accommodating—until others ask more of him than expected.

• In this moment, he feels age closing in and wants forgiveness.

Compensation Details

• £100/day

• No travel provided

Job Description

The short film “Atelophobia” is casting actors for principal roles in a tense, character-driven story centered on the disillusionment of perfection and the unease that grows when “normal” life starts to crack. The production is looking for performers who can deliver grounded dramatic work, subtle psychological tension, and emotionally controlled performances that escalate as suspicion and stress intensify.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes with strong emotional realism and continuity.

• Take direction and adjust performance choices across multiple takes.

• Collaborate professionally with the director and production team.

• Maintain character consistency and deliver natural reactions to escalating tension.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to work with wardrobe/character notes provided by production.

Requirements

• Must match one of the character breakdowns below.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (production requests local talent).

• Strong dramatic acting ability and comfort portraying anxiety, suspicion, and psychological unease.

• Submission must include: headshot, resume, actor’s name, age, location, and a 1-minute dramatic clip (scene/monologue).

Roles Needed

Alec Schmidt (Lead, Male, 30s–40s, White)

• Brownish hair; clean, put-together appearance

• Personality: tense, controlled, anxiety breaking through; on edge and increasingly suspicious while trying to maintain normalcy.

Liz Schmidt (Supporting, Female, 30s–40s, White)

• Brunette; well-groomed, often in dresses; “seems perfect”

• Personality: calm on the surface but worn down; growing fragility under stress; heightened awareness of cameras/surveillance.

Chuck Palanaski (Supporting, Male, 40s–50s, Multi-racial)

• Slightly larger frame; thick-rimmed glasses; casual clothes showing wear

• Personality: outwardly cheerful/friendly but unsettling; controlled “surveyor” type who asserts influence and makes others uncomfortable.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice. Any pay, stipend, or credit information will be shared by production during the selection process.

Thesis Short Film Casting – Paid Lead & Supporting Roles (SAG Micro-Budget)

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA micro-budget thesis short film is casting actors and musician-performers for a character-driven story about a band facing a major breakup just weeks before a big move. This short film casting call is open to both union and non-union talent, with select paid roles. Filming is scheduled to shoot in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead or supporting character in a narrative short film

• Take direction for blocking, timing, and emotional beats in scripted scenes

• For musician roles: perform convincingly as a band member (instrument experience is a plus)

• For singing roles: deliver vocals on camera as required for the character

Requirements

• SAG micro-budget compliant project (union and non-union actors welcome)

• Must be available to work in Bergen County, NJ (local hire strongly preferred)

• Roles currently sought include:

  • Chris Li (Lead, 19, Male, Chinese-American) — must be able to sing

  • Ash Chadarah (Lead, 21, Male, South Asian) — bassist; bass experience preferred

  • Stella (Supporting, 19, Female, Black) — must be able to sing; bass experience preferred

  • Martinez (Supporting, 20, Male, Hispanic/Latino) — drummer; drum experience preferred

  • Hasan (Supporting, 21, Male, Middle Eastern) — guitarist/poet; guitar experience preferred

  • Chris’ Mother (Supporting, 50s, Female, Chinese-American)

  • Chris’ Father (Supporting, 50s, Male, Chinese-American)

  • Jeremy Li (Supporting, 16–18, Male, Chinese-American)

Compensation

• Paid roles available (rates disclosed upon selection/booking)

Young Actor for Lead Role in Short Film

Job Description
A short film is casting a young actor to portray a five-year-old girl in a powerful, emotionally driven story. This lead role requires a performer capable of conveying deep emotional range with minimal dialogue. The character embodies a wild, ethereal, and slightly feral energy, and the film explores themes of grief and childhood vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a five-year-old girl with strong emotional depth

• Deliver a compelling performance with minimal spoken lines

• Follow direction from the director to capture nuanced emotional beats

• Participate in callbacks and shoot dates as scheduled

Requirements

• Actor age 9+

• Ability to play a 5-year-old believably

• Strong emotional range, particularly for themes related to grief

• Comfortable portraying expressive, instinctive, and raw childlike energy

• Able to work as a local hire in East L.A.

Compensation

• SAG short film production

• Rate provided upon booking

Job Description
A short film titled New Growth is seeking young actors to portray middle-school–aged characters in a heartfelt story about friendship, betrayal, and self-acceptance. After her best friend abandons her on the first day of middle school, a Black girl discovers unexpected solidarity and strength in her identity. Filming is scheduled for Spring 2026.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in emotionally grounded scenes centered on friendship dynamics

• Work collaboratively with fellow young actors and the directing team

• Bring authenticity, vulnerability, and personality to the role

• Participate in both dramatic and lighthearted moments that reflect middle school life

Requirements
Casting the following roles (ages 10–14):

• Trinity Turner – Overconfident on the surface but eager to fit in; teased for her 4c hair. Has box braids.

• Naomi Gomez – Afro-Latina, dweeby but more physically developed than Trinity; leaves Trinity for a popular clique.

• Ivy – Former nerd turned “it girl”; confident leader of the clique Naomi joins.

• Brooke – Age 12, but looks much younger; sweet, innocent, and judged for not acting “grown.”

• Extras (Ages 10–16) – Kids or teens who can pass for middle school students to fill hallways, classrooms, and school scenes.

Compensation

• Paid short film (rate disclosed upon selection)

Casting Multiple Roles for Student Virtual Production Short Film “Echoes”

Job Description
A virtual production short film is casting several roles for two shooting periods: an initial session on December 3rd, 2025, and a second session in late Spring 2026. Created by IADT Immersive Media Degree students, this project offers valuable experience, travel reimbursement, credit, and showreel material. The film involves green screen and on-location performance, with some characters eligible for motion capture and voice-over opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dialogue on green screen and practical locations

• Convey strong emotional presence in a dramatic narrative

• Collaborate with student filmmakers in a professional, supportive environment

• Participate in potential motion capture and voice-over sessions (specific roles)

Requirements
Roles include:

Roles Required December 3rd, 2025

• Mother – Female, supporting role, playing age 30–45

Roles Required Late Spring 2026

• Meave (Lead) – Female, 18–27

• Young Meave – Female, 9–12

• Mother – Female, 30–45

• Father – Male, 30–45

• Priest – Male, 40–60

General Notes:

• All roles have equal screen time and dialogue

• Acting experience preferred, especially for motion capture/voice-over in Priest and Father roles

• Flexible casting for applicants slightly outside age descriptions

Compensation

• Unpaid, but travel expenses covered

• Showreel footage and credit provided

Job Description
A darkly comic short film is casting its lead role for a festival-bound project shooting in Sydney. The story centers on a 30-something gamer living in his grandmother’s basement, exploring themes of futility, routine, and emotional stagnation. This role requires an actor capable of delivering subtle, internalized, and psychologically layered performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the film’s lead character, the grandson

• Convey emotional nuance through quiet, solitary, and physical storytelling

• Work collaboratively with the director to shape a grounded, complex portrayal

• Participate in a 2–3 day shoot in January 2026

• Contribute to a cinematic, bold, and character-driven short film

Requirements

• Male actor, playing age 25–38

• Sydney-based preferred

• Strong ability to deliver internal, nuanced performance

• Comfortable with dramatic roles involving introspection and emotional depth

• Suited for actors seeking a psychologically rich character

Compensation

• Paid role; rate provided upon selection

• Material for actor showreels provided

Casting Boys Ages 9–11 for Short Film “The Kids Are Alright”

Job Description
A university-produced short film is seeking two boys ages 9–11 for lead and supporting roles. The story follows two best friends who discover a mysterious glowing bone. Their curiosity leads them down a strange path that tests their beliefs and their bond. Filming will take place in Montreal in mid-January 2026, and all roles are paid and non-union. New young actors are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a narrative-driven short film as one of the main young characters

• Take direction from the director to portray emotional and adventurous scenes

• Collaborate with fellow young actors in dialogue and action sequences

• Bring authentic personality, curiosity, and emotion to the role

Requirements

• Boys ages 9–11

• Two roles available:

  • Sam (Main Character) – Dark hair, dark eyes; confident, curious, a natural leader, friendly but bold

  • Mickey (Friend) – Any appearance; clumsy, kind, easily scared

• Must be available to film in Montreal

• All experience levels welcome

Compensation

• Paid non-union roles (rate provided upon selection)

Sam Role for Short-Form Series (Ages 10–13)

Job Description
A short-form series filming in Maiden, NC is casting a lead role for Sam, the younger sister of the character Deon. Sam is bold, confident, and observant—often the “queen of the coop” with a sharp, younger-sibling attitude. The production is seeking a young performer who can bring personality, wit, and awareness to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Sam, an outspoken and confident younger sister

• Perform in both dramatic and lighthearted scenes with strong on-camera presence

• Work collaboratively with the director and cast to develop authentic family dynamics

• Convey Sam’s observant nature and spirited personality

Requirements

• Ages 10–13

• Mixed ethnicity (Black/White)

• Ability to portray a bold, expressive, and clever young girl

• Must convincingly play the younger sibling of a high school–aged character

Compensation

• Paid lead role (full details provided upon selection)

Kenya Role for Short-Form Series (Ages 18–20)

Job Description
A short-form series filming in Maiden, NC is casting a lead role for Kenya, a high-school–aged character with an athletic, confident presence. Kenya is described as a dad’s girl with a strong personality—tomboyish yet still effortlessly feminine. The production is looking for a performer who can embody her bold energy, independence, and natural charm.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kenya, a dynamic and athletic teen with a tomboy edge

• Deliver strong on-camera performance in a lead role

• Work closely with the director and other cast members to build authentic character interactions

• Display emotional range and confidence in both dramatic and lighter scenes

Requirements

• Ages 18–20

• Mixed ethnicity (Asian/White)

• Athletic build

• Must convincingly portray a high school student

• Ability to balance tomboy energy with soft, feminine presence

Compensation

• Paid role (full details provided upon selection)

Deon Role for Short-Form Series (Ages 18–20)

Job Description
A short-form series filming in Maiden, NC is casting a lead role for Deon, a high-school–aged character with a strong athletic presence. This project is seeking a performer who can bring authenticity to the role, portraying both Deon’s confident physicality and his humble, kind nature. Although athletic and capable, Deon can sometimes be misunderstood due to his laid-back demeanor. This is a paid opportunity for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Deon, a high school–aged athlete with depth and humility

• Deliver strong on-camera performance in a lead role

• Work closely with the director and cast to build character dynamics

• Participate in scenes requiring emotional range and subtle character shifts

Requirements

• Ages 18–20

• Mixed ethnicity (Black/White)

• Athletic build

• Must convincingly play a high school student

• Ability to portray a humble, kind personality with a relaxed attitude

Compensation

• Paid role (full rate details provided upon selection)

Casting Lead & Supporting Roles for Modern Cinderella-Themed Short Film

Job Description
A fresh, modern twist on a Cinderella-style story is now casting lead and supporting roles for an upcoming vertical short film shooting in Austin, TX. This project is produced by a major platform known for generating viral short-form content. Production is seeking talented actors who can deliver emotional depth, charm, and strong on-camera presence. Filming will take place December 8–16, and all roles are local hire only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in lead or supporting roles following the script and director’s vision

• Portray emotionally nuanced and character-driven scenes

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during production

• Maintain flexible availability throughout the filming window

Requirements

• Austin locals only

• Must have reliable transportation

• Must be available December 8–16

• Specific roles include:

  • Sky (Lead) – Female, 20–25, open ethnicity

  • Cinderella-like qualities

  • Smart, strong, emotionally vulnerable

  • Grayson (Lead) – Male, 24–30, all ethnicities

  • Handsome, Disney-prince energy

  • Confident with charm and depth

  • Maggie (Supporting) – Female, 45–50, all ethnicities

  • Mother of Sky

  • Emotional role portraying hospitalization

  • Rachel (Supporting) – Female, early–mid 20s, all ethnicities

  • Grayson’s ex-fiancée

  • Cinderella-esque look

Compensation

• Sky: $400/day (8 days)

• Grayson: $400/day (8 days)

• Maggie: $250/day (2–5 days)

• Rachel: $250/day (4–5 days)