Casting Call for Emotional Drama Short Film – Lead & Supporting Female Roles Needed
Lead and Supporting Roles in Student Short Film
Job Description
A graduation film is casting lead and supporting roles for a compelling student short exploring identity and self-worth. The story centers around June, a reclusive young woman navigating a surreal transformation when a mysterious flower blooms from her forehead. This fantasy-drama will film in London with an industry-supported student crew and offers IMDb credit and an honorarium.
Job Responsibilities
• Portray emotionally rich characters in a scripted short film
• Participate in rehearsals and table reads as scheduled
• Contribute to a collaborative, student-led film production
• Bring depth and believability to complex characters in emotionally charged scenes
Requirements
• Female Lead (June): Age 18–24, all ethnicities; must convey vulnerability and internal conflict
• Female Support (Mary): Age 40–50, all ethnicities; emotionally intense role as a mother
• Based in or able to work in London
• Comfortable working on a student project with a creative team
Compensation
• Lead role: £100 honorarium, IMDb credit, and a copy of the final film
• Supporting roles: £60 honorarium, IMDb credit, and a copy of the final film
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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
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Perform scripted scenes with natural, believable dialogue and strong character presence.
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Take direction from the director and collaborate with the creative team to shape performance choices.
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Maintain continuity across takes and remain professional on set.
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Provide required submission materials (Spotlight link and showreel footage) for consideration.
Requirements
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Must be Sheffield-based (local hire; no travel provided).
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Comfortable portraying working-class realism and subtle emotional shifts.
Role Needed
Jack (Male, Mid-50s to Early-70s)
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A working-class gent who’s done well for himself and believes he’s treated people well.
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He “cuts corners,” always takes the last chip, and sees himself as accommodating—until others ask more of him than expected.
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In this moment, he feels age closing in and wants forgiveness.
Compensation Details
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£100/day
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No travel provided
Lead Child Actor (Refugee or Migrant Background) for Short Film
Job Description
A short dramatic film is casting a thoughtful, curious child (age 9–12) to play the lead character Elmi, who forms a powerful friendship amid rising tension. The production welcomes first-time performers and offers a supportive environment for young talent to shine.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Elmi with honesty and emotional depth
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Work closely with the director to develop the character’s journey
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Collaborate with another young co-star to depict a believable friendship
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Attend fittings, rehearsals, and seven shoot days
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Maintain focus and professionalism on set
Requirements
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Boy or girl aged 9–12
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Refugee or migrant background strongly encouraged (e.g., Eritrea, Sudan, Somalia, Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Vietnam)
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No prior acting experience required; enthusiasm and authenticity valued
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Able to travel to a British seaside town for all filming dates
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Parent or guardian consent and supervision throughout production
Compensation
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Paid role (rate disclosed upon selection)
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Travel and meals covered during filming
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Screen credit and footage for future opportunities