“BE MY HEART, BE HIS EYES” Casting Call for Tom

My Dating Life Sucks Romantic Comedy Feature Film Casting Call

Job Description
A paid, non-union romantic comedy feature film is casting supporting roles, featured roles, day players, and background talent for an upcoming production filming in St. Petersburg, Florida. This project offers IMDb credit and is seeking a wide range of actors who can bring humor, heart, and authentic energy to character-driven scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a romantic comedy feature film

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Maintain continuity across takes and scenes

• Work professionally with cast and crew on set

Requirements

• Must be 18+ for adult roles (child roles listed below)

• Must be reliable, professional, and comfortable working on a film set

• Open to a wide range of backgrounds and looks depending on role

• Roles available include:

  Supporting Roles

  • Sloan: Female, 35–40, Black. Toni’s ex-girlfriend; lesbian; content creator; image-driven and self-absorbed.

  • Aaron: Male, 30s, Black. Former NFL player turned bar owner; grounded, romantic; Toni’s best friend.

  • Antwan: Male, 30s, Black. Toni’s younger brother; sarcastic, protective, loving.

  • Marcella: Female, 60–70, Black. Toni’s mother; opinionated, dramatic, hilarious.

  • Alfred: Male, 60–70, Black. Toni’s father; warm, playful, wise.

  • Tyler: Male, 40s, Black. Best friend; bold comedic relief; identifies as a gay man.

  • Mia: Female, 40s, Black or Latina. Best friend; married mom; honest, grounded.

  Featured Roles

  • Giselle: Female, 30s, Black. Antwan’s wife; polished, proper, slightly judgmental.

  • Jenna: Female, 18–25, Any ethnicity. Bartender/server; friendly, witty.

  • Michael: Male, Black, 50–60s. Extremely handsome; has a “50 Shades of Grey” date with Toni.

  • Reggie: Male, Black, 30–40. Toni’s church date; “DL” man.

  • Chris: Male, 30–40, Any ethnicity. Under 5’5”; Toni’s date; 2 scenes; no lines.

  • Abdul: Male, Black, 30–40. Free-spirited cannabis enthusiast; 2 scenes; no lines.

  • Children: Ages 4–8, African American, Latino, and/or racially ambiguous. Natural, expressive kids for family scenes.

  Day Player Roles

  • Dwayne: Male, Black, 21–25. Immature first date; club-focused; “YN” type.

  • Trey: Male, Black, 30–40. Fitness trainer; well-meaning but body-critical.

  • Anita: Female, 40–60, Any ethnicity. Toni’s boss; sharp, supportive professional.

  • John: Male, 35–45, Any ethnicity. Mia’s husband; supportive, family-oriented.

  • Keisha: Female, 20s–30s, Any ethnicity. Sloan’s new partner/fiancée; extremely jealous of Toni.

  • Additional day players (minor/no speaking): bartender, server, pastor, park officer, DJ.

  Background Roles

  • Background actors, 18+, any ethnicity.

Compensation

• Paid, non-union roles (rates not listed)

Joseph – Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing Student Role

Job Description
Seeking a Pacific Islander male actor to portray Joseph, an 18–early 20s student at a college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role involves scripted violence and requires a strong, authentic presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student in a true crime recreation scene

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Pacific Islander male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Tall, pep-pacific islander vibe; dark hair and dark eyes

• ASL experience encouraged (include experience in submission)

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Ben – ASL Experience Preferred

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Ben, an 18–early 20s student who attends a well-known college for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. This role includes being found deceased in a dorm room scene and requires comfort with staged stillness on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation role in dorm-room scenes

• Follow direction for staged stillness and positioning on set

• Communicate on camera using ASL (as required by production)

• Maintain a professional attitude during sensitive story content

Requirements

• White male, 18+ (late teens to early 20s look)

• Full build preferred

• Short, military-style haircut

• ASL experience preferred (include experience in submission)

• Must be comfortable lying on the ground under blankets for the scene

• Comfortable with scripted violence/sensitive content

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Eric (Victim) – ASL Fluent Role

Job Description
Seeking a white male actor to portray Eric, an 18–early 20s college-aged student. Eric is a deaf gay man with cerebral palsy. This role requires fluency in ASL and includes scripted violence where the character is shoved.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a true crime recreation victim role on camera

• Communicate fully in ASL for all on-camera conversations

• Follow direction for scripted dramatic action, including physical staging

• Maintain professionalism in emotionally sensitive reenactment scenes

Requirements

• White male, late teens to early 20s (18+)

• Short build/short height preferred

• Fluent in ASL

• Comfortable portraying a deaf character with cerebral palsy

• Comfortable with scripted violence (shoving)

Compensation

• $200/day

• Some travel included

Film Extras for Coming-of-Age Drama

Job Description
A coming-of-age drama film is seeking background actors to appear as extras in an intimate lounge scene. This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience and can bring a natural, nightlife energy to a moody, story-driven environment. Talent will be asked to wear elevated casual evening attire suitable for dinner or a night out.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lounge patrons in a background role for a film scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Maintain continuity across takes with consistent reactions and movement

• Arrive camera-ready in elevated casual evening wear

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, New York

• Comfortable appearing in a lounge setting with prop alcohol and prop weed on set (no actual consumption)

• Wardrobe: elevated casual evening wear (what you’d wear to dinner or a night out)

• Reliable, punctual, and able to stay for the full filming call time

Compensation

• Unpaid background role (no rate listed)

• Food and refreshments provided on set

Black Male Stand-In for TV Series

Job Description
A television production is seeking a Black male stand-in to match an on-camera actor for lighting and camera setup. This role is ideal for talent who can stay focused during technical work, maintain consistency, and commit to a long set day. Production needs someone with a similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor.

Job Responsibilities

• Stand in for principal talent during lighting, blocking, and camera rehearsals

• Follow direction from the assistant directors, camera, and lighting teams

• Maintain consistency with marks and positioning across takes

• Remain on set and available for a 12+ hour workday

Requirements

• Black male talent

• Height range: 5’11″–6’1″

• Must have similar complexion and hair color to the referenced actor

• Must be a Franklin, TN area local hire

• Must be able to commit to 12+ hours and be flexible with call time (released afternoon prior)

Compensation

• $189 for 12 hours (12-hour guarantee)

• Overtime after 12 hours (time-and-a-half)

Professional Banker Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial project is seeking a male performer to portray a calm, trustworthy banker assisting in a problem-solving scenario. This role emphasizes subtle performance, confidence, and sincerity, with light physical comedy handled in a grounded, realistic way.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional banker in scripted scenes

• Deliver subtle, confident on-camera performance

• Perform light physical action naturally

• Follow direction while maintaining realism and composure

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 35–55

• Caucasian preferred

• Professional, polished appearance

• Comfortable wearing business attire

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Mechanic Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial production is looking for a male performer to portray a hands-on mechanic. This role calls for a natural, grounded presence with a confident, no-frills energy. Ideal talent should feel authentic in a working environment rather than polished or model-like.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a mechanic in a realistic work setting

• Deliver conversational, grounded on-camera performance

• Perform light mechanical actions naturally

• Follow direction while maintaining authenticity

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 25–30

• Open ethnicity

• Hands-on, competent, blue-collar energy

• Comfortable wearing mechanic workwear or jumpsuit

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Banker Commercial Role (Kitchen Scene)

Job Description
A commercial project is casting a male performer to portray a professional banker interacting in a kitchen setting. This role requires an approachable, upbeat presence with the ability to take direction and perform subtle, character-driven moments on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional banker in scripted commercial scenes

• Perform light kitchen interaction with natural, conversational delivery

• Take direction and adapt performance quickly

• Maintain a polished, professional on-camera presence

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 30–55

• Person of color preferred

• Professional, approachable appearance

• Comfortable performing light physical action in a kitchen setting

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Veteran Lead Role for Digital Campaign

Job Description
A digital video campaign is casting a confident male lead to portray a veteran or current active military service member. This role features direct-to-camera delivery and requires a grounded, authentic presence that feels natural and believable. Videos will be used for website and social media content.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a veteran or active service member in scripted digital video scenes

• Deliver lines directly to camera with a confident, natural tone

• Follow direction from the production team for performance and pacing

• Maintain professionalism and continuity throughout filming

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 20s–40s

• Must convincingly portray a veteran or current active military service member

• Caucasian per role specs

• Comfortable delivering lines directly to camera

• Confident, grounded, and approachable on screen

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day (speaking role, plus agency fee)

• Digital usage for client website and social media

Executive Chef Commercial Role

Job Description
A commercial production is seeking a confident female performer to portray an executive chef and restaurant owner. This role calls for a grounded, authentic presence with real-world leadership energy and natural delivery. Ideal for talent who can embody authority, warmth, and composure in a professional kitchen environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an executive chef and owner in scripted commercial scenes

• Deliver natural, confident on-camera performance with subtle humor

• Perform light kitchen actions such as plating and simple choreography

• Follow direction while maintaining a calm, authoritative presence

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 30–50

• Open ethnicity

• Real chef or strong culinary background preferred

• Confident, capable, and trustworthy demeanor

• Comfortable wearing chef coat or elevated kitchen attire

Compensation

• $1,000 per shoot day

• $600 usage (1-year, all media)

• Additional stills usage compensation applies

Major Backpack Brand Campaign Influencer Casting

Job Description
A major backpack brand is casting featured influencers for an upcoming paid campaign in Los Angeles. This project will highlight lifestyle-driven content created for digital and social platforms and is seeking creators with strong personal brands, authentic presence, and an engaged following. Selected talent will appear in professionally produced campaign content.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a featured influencer in a commercial brand campaign
• Participate in on-camera lifestyle scenes showcasing the product naturally
• Follow creative direction from the production and brand team
• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence throughout filming days

Requirements

• Female, male, or non-binary influencers
• Ages 18–30
• Any ethnicity
• Must have 50K+ social media followers
• Must have legal work status
• Must have reliable transportation (not provided or reimbursed)
• Must be able to work locally in Los Angeles

Compensation

• $1,325–$2,825, depending on role and usage
• Paid featured influencer campaign