“Van Camp” Student Film Open Casting Call

Job Description

An NYU thesis short film titled For Zion is seeking Black actors for lead and supporting roles in a powerful, character-driven sports drama. The story follows a young Jamaican track star chasing greatness in the 400m while struggling under the emotional weight of legacy, family pressure, and generational trauma.

This dramatic short explores themes of ambition, father-son dynamics, identity, and the burden of expectation within a family of elite runners. The project offers emotionally layered roles with strong character arcs and meaningful screen time.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal or supporting character in a dramatic thesis short film

• Perform emotionally nuanced scenes centered on family conflict and personal struggle

• For the lead role, convincingly perform running/sprinting sequences

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming days

Roles

Myles (Lead)
A 22-year-old Jamaican track star dedicated to becoming the fastest 400m runner. Driven and disciplined due to his father’s intense training, Myles struggles internally with feelings of inadequacy and the pressure of legacy.

• Black male, ages 22–30

• Must be able to run/sprint convincingly

Chilton (Lead)
Myles’ father and former athlete who never achieved his own dreams. He now lives vicariously through his son, creating tension as both a father and coach.

• Black male, ages 40–60 (50+ presenting)

Pops (Supporting)
A retired Olympic gold medalist and first-generation family track star. Once disciplined and focused, he now lives a relaxed retired life.

• Elderly Black male, 70+ presenting

Grandma (Supporting)
Former matriarch of the family who is gradually losing her sense of self due to age.

• Elderly Black female, 70+ presenting

Requirements

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Availability for scheduled shoot days and rehearsals

• For Myles: athletic ability and sprinting skills required

• Professional headshot and resume

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This NYU thesis short offers substantial character roles and strong dramatic material for actor reels.

Job Description

An upcoming indie short film is casting a female lead for the role of Serena, a tightly wound and high-strung liberal arts college student. The story follows Serena as she encounters an eccentric man dressed in a potato sack during a stressful academic deadline. This unexpected meeting pulls her out of her comfort zone and into a “back-to-nature” experience that challenges everything she knows.

This character-driven project centers on emotional range, vulnerability, and transformation as Serena is swept into a completely unfamiliar world. Production is seeking a strong performer who can portray intensity, stress, and eventual emotional unraveling with authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Serena, a stressed college student navigating a personal and emotional turning point

• Perform emotionally demanding scenes requiring expressive range

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

• Participate fully in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Bring depth and nuance to a character experiencing psychological and environmental contrast

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 20–24

• Ability to convincingly portray a high-strung, tightly wound college student

• Strong emotional acting skills with comfort performing dramatic material

• Prior acting experience preferred

• Professional headshot and resume required for submission

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This is a lead role in an independent short film offering significant screen time and creative exposure.

Job Description

A dark comedy short film is seeking a real-life couple in their 70s to portray the parents of three siblings in a heartfelt yet comedic story about navigating life after loss. The film, titled Everything Is F**ed*, follows three siblings as they determine how to move forward after the sudden death of their parents.

Production will take place in Mahwah, New Jersey. Selected talent will appear in a featured scene and must also be able to provide personal photos for use within the film. There is no dialogue for these roles. Talent must be able to provide their own transportation to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother and father of three adult siblings

• Participate in a one-day on-set shoot

• Provide personal photographs for production use

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Arrive prepared and on time with own transportation

Requirements

• Real-life couple preferred

• Male and female talent in their 70s

• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking role

• Able to self-report to set in Mahwah, New Jersey

• Confirm current place of residence in submission

Compensation Details

These roles are unpaid. Selected talent will receive film credit and a copy of the completed project.

Mr. Graves / The Frenchman Role for Short Film “PhoneCall with the Devil”

Job Description
A short film casting call is now open for the proof-of-concept project PhoneCall with the Devil. Casting directors are seeking a strong male actor to portray Mr. Graves, also known as The Frenchman, a complex character with dual identities.

This dark, dialogue-driven short film will shoot in Sacramento and offers a stipend for selected talent. The role calls for a commanding performer who can shift seamlessly between two distinct personas—one polished and authoritative, the other seductive and dangerously manipulative. Actors searching for short film casting calls, dual-role performances, or character-driven indie film projects are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mr. Graves and his alter ego, The Frenchman

• Deliver intense, dialogue-heavy scenes with emotional control

• Differentiate two distinct characters without caricature

• Perform with subtlety, restraint, and vocal command

• Participate in scheduled shoot dates (2 of 3 planned days)

Requirements

• Male, ages 35–50

• African American

• Strong acting range with ability to portray dual identities

• American “Transatlantic” accent for Graves

• French-influenced English accent for The Frenchman (coaching may be provided)

• Available to work in Sacramento

• Comfortable with dark, psychological themes

Compensation

• Stipend paid role

• Short film credit in a proof-of-concept production

• Opportunity to showcase range in a dual-character performance

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/h3uy0jEWPJJob Description

A powerful coming-of-age short film is now casting African American talent for speaking roles and background parts in an upcoming Atlanta-based production. The film explores themes of identity, family, memory, and first love through an intimate, character-driven story.

This non-union short film offers stipend pay for speaking roles and provides meals, IMDb credit, and copy of the final film and BTS footage. Local Atlanta talent is strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in a dramatic short film

• Participate in in-person auditions in Atlanta

• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Collaborate with director and production team

• Deliver emotionally authentic performances

Roles Available

Maze (Lead, 15)
Casting ages 18–22 who can convincingly play a teenager.

Young Maze / Maya (8–10 years old)

Caleb (15)
Casting ages 18–22 who can convincingly play a teenager.

Stella (15)
Casting ages 18–22 who can convincingly play a teenager.

Julia Williams (Mother, 35–50)

Mr. Christian Williams (Father, 35–50)

Extras
Non-paid background roles. Meals provided and IMDb credit included.

Requirements

• African American actors

• Ability to attend in-person auditions in Atlanta

• Availability for rehearsals and filming

• Legal guardian required to be present for all rehearsals and filming for child actors

• Professional attitude and commitment

Compensation Details

Speaking Roles:

• $30 stipend per filming day (gas stipend)

• Meals provided

• IMDb credit

• Copy of final film and BTS footage

Job Description

An upcoming short film is holding an open casting call for multiple roles in a character-driven story about a 21-year-old who mysteriously gets turned into a piñata and must learn to control his new body to survive a birthday party.

The production is primarily seeking male actors in their 30s–50s for a lead antagonist role, but all roles are open. This project is directed by Crista Valenzuela and Enrique Camou and offers performers the opportunity to collaborate on a creative short film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in a narrative short film

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Deliver emotionally grounded and character-driven performances

• Collaborate closely with directors and fellow cast members

• Follow production guidelines for self-tape submissions

Roles Available

Oscar (Male, Early 20s)
A reckless college student excited to celebrate his birthday and make the most of his college experience.

Morgan (Male, 30s–60s)
A professional craftsman trapped in a college town who longs for his neighborhood to return to its former peaceful state. Lead antagonist role.

Nate (Male, Early 20s)
Oscar’s roommate, currently rushing a fraternity.

Alyssa (Female, Early 20s)
Oscar’s neighbor who hosts early morning Zumba classes.

Requirements

• Male actors (30s–50s) strongly encouraged to apply for the lead antagonist role

• Actors in their early 20s for college-aged roles

• Strong character acting skills

• Ability to submit a self-tape audition

• Professional communication and collaboration

Compensation Details

• Unpaid project

• Credit provided

• Experience working with independent directors

• Portfolio-building opportunity

Job Description

A short film set in 1965 is now casting 1960s period-accurate talent for multiple supporting and dayplayer roles. The story follows Hollywood starlet Vivienne Sinclair as she experiences a humiliating breakdown on live television, shattering her carefully crafted image as America’s sweetheart.

Production is seeking performers who can authentically embody the style, tone, and presence of the 1960s era. Roles range from supporting characters to dayplayers and background stage crew. This is a great opportunity for actors and creatives looking to gain on-set experience and period film credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in a 1960s-era short film

• Maintain period-accurate appearance and performance style

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Arrive prepared and on time for filming

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Roles Available

The Agent (Male, 50s+)
Vivienne’s long-time agent. Blunt, domineering, and pragmatic. Views Vivienne as a product and prioritizes loyalty to the system that keeps him employed. Supporting role.

Talk Show Host (Male, 40–60)
1960s television host. Smooth, collected, and camera-ready. Dayplayer role.

Talent Wrangler (Male, 25+)
Assists with coordinating talent during production. Dayplayer role.

Hair and Makeup Artists (Female, All Ages)
Seeking actors with hair and makeup experience to portray H/MU professionals on set.

Background Stage Crew (All Ages)
On-stage production crew members. Copy and credit provided.

Requirements

• Ability to authentically portray 1960s-era characters

• Strong on-camera presence

• Professional attitude and reliability

• Headshot required for submission

• Confirmation of availability required

Compensation Details

• The Agent: $150 per day (Supporting)

• Talk Show Host: $75 per half day (Dayplayer)

• Talent Wrangler: $75 per half day (Dayplayer)

• Hair and Makeup Artists: $75 per half day

• Background Stage Crew: Copy and credit

Job Description

A Houston City College student production is casting for the short film “Teresa.” This emotionally driven project follows a young woman haunted by familiar whispers no one else can hear. As she struggles with tormenting hallucinations of her late father urging her to return home, she escapes mental confinement—unaware that a mysterious tragedy awaits her.

The production is seeking passionate and committed actors to bring depth and intensity to this psychological drama. Performers must be comfortable portraying emotionally complex characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character with emotional authenticity and depth

• Memorize and deliver scripted dialogue in English and/or Spanish as required

• Collaborate with director and fellow cast members

• Attend rehearsals and scheduled filming days

• Maintain professionalism on set

Roles Available

Teresa Aguilar – Lead Role

• Female, 20–30 years old

• Any ethnicity

• Must be fluent in Spanish and English

• Fragile yet deeply artistic; emotionally intense and expressive

Father (Younger Version) – Lead Role

• Male, 20–35 years old

• Any ethnicity

• Must be fluent in English and Spanish

• Charismatic and enigmatic; commanding presence that shifts between warmth and menace

Perla Serrano – Supporting Role

• Female, 18–25 years old

• Any ethnicity

• Must be fluent in Spanish and English

• Bold, curious, outspoken; determined to uncover hidden truths

Luz Aguilar – Supporting Role

• Female, 35–50 years old

• Any ethnicity

• Must be fluent in Spanish and English

• Warm and nurturing on the surface; guarded and burdened by family secrets

Nurse – Supporting Role

• Any gender, 20–35 years old

• Any ethnicity

• English-speaking

• Gentle, patient, empathetic, and comforting

Requirements

• Strong acting ability, particularly in dramatic roles

• Fluency in Spanish and English for specified characters

• Ability to portray emotionally intense scenes

• Submit materials through the official submission form

Compensation Details

• Unpaid roles

• Copy, credit, and experience provided

Job Description

You Called is a Directing II short film written and directed by Caitlin Jobin. This character-driven project explores emotional tension and interpersonal dynamics through intimate storytelling and grounded performances.

The production is seeking actors for key roles in this short film. Performers should be comfortable working in a collaborative student film environment and able to deliver nuanced, emotionally authentic performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal role in a short film

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Submit a professional headshot

• Provide a reel (optional but encouraged)

• Collaborate closely with director and cast

Requirements

• Strong acting ability with natural, expressive performance style

• Availability for scheduled shoot date

• Professional headshot required

• Reel optional but preferred

Compensation Details

• Credit

• Meal provided

• Copy of completed film

Job Description

A Soft Place to Fall is now casting three lead actors for an emotionally driven short film. This character-focused drama explores faith, love, and emotional reckoning when the woman who once helped fracture a marriage becomes frail and dependent on care. A faithful wife must confront her deepest wound and ultimately decide whether love is something we feel—or something we choose.

This intimate story centers on layered performances, subtle emotional shifts, and internal conflict. Filming will take place in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a dramatic short film

• Deliver nuanced, emotionally grounded performances

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Submit required audition materials, including self-tape

• Collaborate in a creative, actor-supportive environment

Roles Available

Carol

• Lead, Female, 55–75

• Playing a complex 70-year-old woman defined by nostalgia, emotional guardedness, and a fading sense of control

• Requires strong ability to portray vulnerability, layered emotions, and shifting power dynamics

• Ethnicity: White / European Descent

Eddie

• Lead, Male, 35–55

• A 50-year-old Hispanic man burdened by guilt, duty, and emotional conflict

• Must portray restraint, moral struggle, quiet compassion, and internal tension

• Ethnicity: Latino / Hispanic

Lara

• Lead, Female, 30–45

• A 40-year-old Hispanic woman guided by faith and quiet strength

• Embodies compassion, forgiveness, emotional maturity, and spiritual conviction

• Ethnicity: Latino / Hispanic

Requirements

• Strong dramatic acting skills

• Headshot/photo and video reel required

• Ability to convey subtle emotional expression and internal conflict

• Availability for filming as scheduled

Compensation Details

• Non-paid production

• Food provided on set

• Credit for all cast

• High-quality footage for demo reels

• Collaborative creative environment

Job Description

Untitled Pictures is casting for the short film Sequence, a gritty drama centered on a group of friends who are blackmailed into participating in a fraternity fight night. As tensions rise, loyalties are tested and each character must confront personal flaws, ambition, and survival within a high-stakes environment.

The production is seeking committed actors who can portray layered, emotionally driven characters in an intense, character-focused story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character with authenticity and emotional depth

• Participate in physically demanding scenes, including staged fight sequences where required

• Memorize and deliver scripted dialogue

• Collaborate closely with director and cast ensemble

• Maintain professionalism during rehearsals and filming

Roles Available

Mikey

• Male, late teens to early 20s

• Attractive, lacks urgency at first

• Undergoes training to fight for his friend group

• Character arc driven by growth and responsibility

Lucas

• Male, late teens to early 20s

• Hot-headed, first to swing

• Fiercely loyal to friends

• High-energy and intense presence

AJ

• Male, late teens to early 20s

• Respectful and level-headed

• The glue of the group

• Often attempts to de-escalate conflict

Vinny

• Male, late teens to early 20s

• Movie enthusiast, slightly off-putting

• Motivates the group while going with the flow

Liam

• Male, early to mid-20s

• Fraternity president and antagonist

• Responsible for blackmailing the group

• Calculated and authoritative

Ally

• Female, late teens to early 20s

• Love interest

• Secretly affiliated with rival fraternity

Rocco

• Male, mid-20s

• Seventh-year senior

• Main fighter struggling with drug addiction

• Intense, unpredictable presence

Requirements

• Strong acting ability, particularly in dramatic roles

• Comfortable performing staged fight choreography

• Ability to work as part of an ensemble cast

• Submit headshot, resume, and reel

Compensation Details

• Unpaid roles

• Credit and experience provided

Lead and Supporting Actors for NYU Film “Boys Don’t Dance”

Job Description
An NYU student film titled Boys Don’t Dance is now casting SAG and non-union actors for multiple lead and supporting roles in New York City. This powerful experimental dance film explores sexuality, love, loss, and identity through movement and intimate storytelling.

The story follows Arthur, a young dance instructor who returns to his childhood after being asked to deliver a eulogy for a former friend. Production is seeking emotionally grounded performers who are comfortable with vulnerable material and character-driven storytelling. Some roles are paid, and all roles include copy, credit, and meals.

Filming will take place in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex, emotionally layered characters

• Perform scripted dialogue and participate in movement-based scenes

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast

• Participate in scenes involving intimacy where specified

• Bring authenticity and depth to character-driven storytelling

Requirements

• Open to SAG and non-union performers

• Must be available for NYC filming

• Strong dramatic acting skills

• Comfortable with emotionally vulnerable material

• Select roles require intimacy (kissing and hand-to-skin contact)

• Select roles require partial nudity (shirtless scenes)

Compensation

• Lead roles: $100 per day (where specified)

• Supporting role (Manny): $80 per day

• Some supporting roles: unpaid

• All roles receive copy, credit, and meals

Available Roles

• Arthur (Lead) – Male, 32–40, any ethnicity. A withdrawn, emotionally guarded choreographer struggling with grief, queerness, and unresolved trauma. Paid $100/day.

• Sticks (Lead) – Male, 18–20, any ethnicity. Young Arthur. Sensitive yet guarded, navigating identity and first love. Requires intimacy and partial nudity. Paid $100/day.

• Jersey (Lead) – Male, 18–20, any ethnicity. Arthur’s first love. Confident, emotionally open, and protective. Requires intimacy and partial nudity. Paid $100/day.

• Manny (Supporting) – Male, 18–20, any ethnicity. Charismatic but physically imposing leader of a friend group. Enforces rigid masculinity. Requires partial nudity. Paid $80/day.

• Brooke (Supporting) – Male, 15–18, any ethnicity. Manny’s loyal second-in-command. Loud, obedient, morally flexible. Not paid.

• Coney (Supporting) – Male, 15–18, any ethnicity. Attention-seeking and insecure, masking vulnerability with humor. Not paid.

• Melissa (Supporting) – Female, 32–40, any ethnicity. Arthur’s wife. Caring yet independent, supportive but strong-willed. Not paid.