Student Casting Call for Short Film

Sportswear Campaign Casting Call

Job Description
A sportswear campaign filming in Paris is now casting athletic Caucasian and Black male athletes for a paid commercial shoot. Producers are seeking Paris-based talent with strong athletic builds and confident on-camera presence for an upcoming fashion and sportswear production.

Job Responsibilities

• Model for a sportswear campaign shoot
• Participate in fittings and scheduled production days
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Showcase athletic movement and presence on camera

Requirements

• Caucasian and Black male athletes
• Ages 25–40
• Must be athletic and physically fit
• Must be based in Paris
• Available for fitting and shoot dates in May
• Comfortable working in a fashion and commercial production environment

Compensation

• €500 payment
• Professional sportswear campaign experience
• Opportunity to work on a commercial fashion production

Kids Background Casting Call

Job Description
A television series filming in Sleepy Hollow, New York is now casting non-union children for paid background roles in exciting Fourth of July party scenes. Producers are seeking fun, energetic kids to help bring lively summer celebration scenes to life for the upcoming season of the series.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as party guests in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production team on set
• Participate in outdoor summer filming activities
• Maintain energy and professionalism during filming

Requirements

• Non-union children ages 6–11
• Comfortable working in outdoor summer scenes
• Energetic and outgoing personalities preferred
• Must be available for filming dates in Sleepy Hollow, New York
• Parent or guardian supervision required

Compensation

• $187 for up to 10 hours of work
• Paid television background acting opportunity
• Professional on-set experience for young performers

NYU Thesis Film Casting Call

Job Description
An NYU graduate thesis film titled Brown Waters is now casting young Black female actors for lead and supporting roles in a coming-of-age story set in Georgia’s Bible Belt. The production is seeking talented young performers with strong emotional presence for an independent film exploring family, identity, and growing up in the South.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes in a dramatic coming-of-age film
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production
• Participate in callbacks and filming as scheduled
• Bring emotional authenticity and depth to the role

Requirements

• Seeking Black female actors for the following roles:
  • Adena: ages 9–12, lead role
  • Mary Ann: ages 12–15, supporting role
• Comfortable performing in a dramatic independent film
• Must be available for callbacks and filming in Decatur, Georgia
• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Meals provided during production
• Travel stipend available
• Film credit for participation
• Opportunity to work on an NYU graduate thesis film

Local Commercial Casting Call

Job Description
A paid commercial project filming in the Coastal Bend area is now casting local talent for multiple featured roles. Casting directors are seeking authentic performers for a commercial campaign, including adult men, young girls, and senior male talent. This is a great opportunity for local actors and models looking to gain commercial production experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in scenes for a commercial production
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Maintain professionalism on set during filming
• Participate in scheduled shoot dates as required

Requirements

• Caucasian male, ages 35–50
• Caucasian female child, ages 6–9
• Elderly male, age 65+
• Must be local to the Coastal Bend area or able to self-report
• Must be available for the listed filming dates
• Comfortable working in a commercial production environment

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Professional on-set production experience
• Opportunity to work with a commercial production team

SAG-AFTRA Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA graduate thesis short film filming in Virginia Beach is now casting Cuban-American and Filipino-American actors for multiple lead and supporting roles. The emotionally driven story follows a Cuban immigrant mother navigating family struggles, identity, and sacrifice while living in Norfolk, Virginia during the late 1960s. Hampton Roads local talent is strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a SAG-AFTRA short film
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members during production
• Participate in self-tape auditions and virtual callbacks if selected
• Bring emotional depth and authenticity to character performances

Requirements

• Cuban-American and Filipino-American actors encouraged to apply
• Comfortable performing emotionally dramatic scenes
• Some roles require comfort with beachwear scenes (no water work involved)
• Certain roles may require kissing scenes or smoking prop cigarettes
• Must be available for filming in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Compensation

• Lead roles paid up to $300 per day plus agency fee if applicable
• Supporting roles paid SAG SPA scale rates
• Professional SAG-AFTRA production credit
• Multi-day filming opportunity

Job Description

A paid non-union commercial production is now casting teenage male talent for a soccer-themed messaging app campaign filming in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The commercial centers around after-school soccer activities and follows three teen boys as they navigate friendship, connection, and emotional moments during adolescence.

Casting directors are seeking authentic performers who can naturally portray teenage energy and emotional realism on camera. Talent who can convincingly play a teen vibe are also encouraged to submit.

Roles Available

Ethan – Lead Role

• Male, ages 14–17
• Ethnicity open
• American/North American teen vibe
• Strong acting ability required
• Comfortable with emotional scenes
• Needed for approximately 2 shoot days

Friend 1

• Male, ages 14–17
• Ethnicity open
• Canadian/local friend vibe
• Comfortable on camera
• Needed for approximately 1 shoot day

Friend 2

• Male, ages 14–17
• Latino/Hispanic preferred, but open
• Mexican/Latin football energy
• Comfortable on camera
• Needed for approximately 1 shoot day

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a scripted commercial production
• Portray believable teenage friendships and emotional moments
• Follow direction from the creative and production teams
• Participate in filming during scheduled shoot days
• Deliver natural and engaging on-camera performances

Requirements

Applicants should submit:

• Name
• Age
• Recent photo
• Demo reel or acting experience (if available)
• Parent/guardian contact information if under 18
• General availability around May 20–24

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity
• Non-union production

Filming Details

• Shoot Window: Around May 20–24, dates TBD
• Shoot Length: Approximately 2 days total
• Location: Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Canada

Job Description

SLAD FILMS is now casting the lead role of Denise for the upcoming horror-action feature film Vampire World. The story follows a young woman searching for a fresh start after heartbreak, only to become trapped in a hidden vampire world filled with danger, survival, and supernatural conflict.

The production is seeking a talented actress capable of balancing emotional vulnerability, dark humor, dramatic intensity, and strong action-horror screen presence in this central lead role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Denise” throughout the feature film
• Deliver emotionally layered and dramatic performances
• Participate in horror and action-driven scenes
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
• Maintain professionalism, communication, and scheduling flexibility during production

Requirements

• Female actor
• Early 20s appearance
• Strong emotional acting ability preferred
• Must be capable of balancing:
  • Emotional vulnerability
  • Dark humor and attitude
  • Intense dramatic scenes
  • Horror/action performance energy
  • Strong screen presence
• Prior acting experience preferred but not required
• Applicants should submit:
  • Headshots or recent photos
  • Acting reel or self-tape (if available)
  • Name, age, and location
  • Availability for filming
• Must be flexible and responsive with production communication

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity
• Lead role appearing throughout the feature film
• Independent horror-action feature film experience

Job Description

The upcoming sitcom series BEEVIS is now casting actors for a character-driven comedy production centered inside a small, no-frills financial advisor’s office. Each episode introduces a unique personality, including aspiring rappers, backyard wrestlers, hustlers, and unexpected millionaires, creating a humorous and heartfelt workplace comedy atmosphere.

The production is seeking talented performers for comedic and relatable character roles in this independent scripted series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray comedic and character-driven roles in a sitcom production
• Collaborate with the director and cast during filming
• Deliver natural, engaging, and comedic performances
• Attend rehearsals and production sessions as scheduled
• Follow creative direction while contributing strong on-screen presence

Requirements

• Open to union and non-union actors
• Applicants should submit:
  • Headshot or recent photo
  • Resume
  • Demo reel (if applicable)
• Strong comedic timing and character performance preferred
• Professional attitude and reliability required

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not disclosed
• Opportunity to appear in an upcoming sitcom series production

Job Description

The upcoming dark cinematic fantasy short film Salt In Her Throat is now seeking crew members for a summer production filming in North Alabama. Set in a grounded, atmospheric coastal world, the story follows a little mermaid 21 years after losing her voice, blending fantasy elements with emotionally restrained storytelling.

The production team is looking for creative collaborators with experience in period, fantasy, or immersive world-building productions. The film aims to create a lived-in visual atmosphere inspired by grounded fantasy and cinematic realism.

Job Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout pre-production and filming
• Help build the visual and technical atmosphere of the film
• Contribute expertise in production design, wardrobe, sound, cinematography, and on-set coordination
• Maintain professionalism and teamwork in an independent film environment
• Assist in creating an immersive fantasy world grounded in realism

Requirements

Positions Needed

• Production Design / Set Decoration
• Props Master
• Costume Designer
• Wardrobe Stylist
• Hair & Makeup Artist
• Director of Photography
• Production Sound Mixer
• Boom Operator
• 1st Assistant Director
• Script Supervisor
• Still Photographer

Additional Preferred Positions

• 1st AC / 2nd AC
• Gaffer
• Key Grip
• Production Coordinator
• Production Assistants

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience with period pieces, fantasy productions, or immersive world-building preferred
• Hair, makeup, wardrobe, and set decoration experience strongly preferred
• Collaborative and creative mindset required
• Passion for independent filmmaking encouraged

Compensation Details

• Production is actively seeking investment and producing compensation
• Compensation is expected for crew members as funding progresses
• Opportunity to work on an ambitious independent fantasy short film project

Job Description

Brickline Motion Pictures is now casting background performers and featured extras for the upcoming non-union film project INSPIRED. The production is seeking talent to help create the atmosphere of an upscale art gallery environment in a visually driven film centered on authenticity, tension, and subtle interaction.

The film relies heavily on naturalistic performances and immersive background work to build the gallery world. Performers with artistic presence, refined style, or unique looks are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray gallery patrons, event staff, or featured background characters
• Participate in atmospheric background scenes within an art gallery setting
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Maintain professional behavior on set
• Contribute to realistic social interactions and gallery movement during scenes

Requirements

Art Gallery Patrons

• Ages 21+
• All ethnicities and genders encouraged
• Must have upscale, professional, or artistic wardrobe options
• Comfortable portraying refined social environments involving conversation and gallery interaction

Event Staff / Gallery Assistants

• Ages 19+
• All ethnicities and genders encouraged
• Must have clean, professional, server-style attire

Featured Background (Limited Spots)

• Individuals with strong, unique looks or artistic presence preferred
• May receive brief featured, non-speaking moments on camera

Compensation Details

• Non-union production
• Unpaid opportunity
• Featured background performers may receive on-camera moments
• Opportunity to gain experience in an independent film production

Job Description

The upcoming psychological drama short film A Moment Amongst The Trees is now casting supporting roles for a character-driven production filming in Liverpool. The emotionally intense project centers on the final pivotal moments of the story, emphasizing physical performance, subtle emotional expression, and atmospheric storytelling.

The production is seeking performers capable of delivering grounded and emotionally compelling performances in a dramatic film environment. The completed film is intended for film festival submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray supporting characters in a psychological drama short film
• Deliver emotionally nuanced performances with minimal dialogue
• Participate in scenes emphasizing physical presence and emotional realism
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
• Attend scheduled shoot dates and follow creative direction

Requirements

Psychiatrist

• Female actor
• Ages 30–55
• Calm and authoritative presence
• Leads interactions with the main character, Charlie
• Small speaking role

Mental Health Worker 1

• Male actor
• Age 30+
• Supportive role assisting in restraining and guiding Charlie
• Small speaking role

Mental Health Worker 2

• Open gender
• Ages 25–35
• Emotionally affected by the situation
• Empathetic and subtle performance required
• Must be comfortable crying on camera
• Small speaking role

Additional Requirements:

• Strong emotional and physical performance ability preferred
• Applicants should submit:
  • CV
  • IMDb profile or showreel

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity
• Food provided on set
• Film festival submission opportunity

Job Description

The SCAD thesis short film CHUMP is urgently casting the lead role of “Nick” for an upcoming production filming in the Savannah area. The film follows a young man burdened by financial hardship and family trauma as he struggles to avoid repeating the same cycle of crime that devastated his family.

Production is seeking a strong dramatic actor capable of portraying emotional depth and internal conflict in this character-driven short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Nick” in a dramatic thesis film production
• Participate in filming across scheduled production days
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members
• Deliver emotionally grounded and authentic performances
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as required

Requirements

• Male actor
• Visual age range: 20s
• Strong dramatic acting ability preferred
• Must be available for filming in the Savannah area
• Applicants should submit:
  • Headshot or recent photos
  • Acting reel or self-tape if available
• Ability to portray emotionally intense material

Compensation Details

• Meals provided
• Transportation provided
• Opportunity to appear as one of the two main leads in a SCAD thesis short film