Short Film Lead and Supporting Roles – Drama/Comedy
Job Description
A new short film is seeking actors for multiple roles in a heartfelt drama/comedy centered around friendship, emotional growth, and lighthearted humor. The story follows four young adults navigating personal challenges while trying to reconnect at their shared hangout spot. Filming will take place in Western Australia with catered meals provided.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray emotionally grounded and comedic moments with authenticity
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Collaborate with the director and fellow cast to build strong on-screen chemistry
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Attend rehearsals and deliver consistent performance quality
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Travel to designated set locations as required
Requirements
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Actors aged 19–21
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Ability to perform both comedic and dramatic scenes
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Comfortable working in emotionally expressive roles
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Ability to drive to set locations
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Semi-experienced to experienced performers encouraged to apply
Compensation
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Non-paid role
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Job Description
A 5-minute, one-take student short film titled A Thief in the Night is seeking actors for two principal roles. This suspense-driven project will be filmed on location in Glebe and is intended for university showcase screenings and film festival submissions.
The story follows a thief attempting to evade detection after breaking into a young woman’s home—only for her to mysteriously disappear without a trace.
This is an unpaid student production offering food, screen credit, and a copy of the completed film.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray one of two lead roles in a continuous one-take short film
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Deliver emotionally grounded performances in a suspense/thriller setting
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Collaborate closely with the student director and crew
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Participate in rehearsals and all scheduled shoot days
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Provide a self-tape or previous acting clip for consideration
Requirements
The Thief
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Male
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Ages 18–30
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Open ethnicity
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Height between 5’8” – 6’4”
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Tall, slender or average build
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Must convincingly portray a character dealing with grief
Young Woman
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Female
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Ages 18–30
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Open ethnicity
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Height between 5’4” – 5’10”
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Able to portray a character frustrated with repetitive life circumstances
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Strong acting ability required
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Comfortable performing in a one-take filming format
Compensation Details
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Unpaid student film
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Food provided
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Screen credit
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Copy of completed film
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Invitation to university showcase screening