“La Última Esperanza” Short Film Casting Call for Doctor

Job Description

A student short film titled Devil Gone Home is seeking a male actor in his 20s to 30s for a lead role. The project follows a lone traveler who encounters the devil at a crossroads, forcing him to confront the tension between pursuing greatness and risking the loss of himself.

This short film will be produced as a creative student project and filmed using a virtual LED volume wall stage, offering performers the opportunity to work with innovative film technology in a cinematic storytelling environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a dramatic student short film

• Perform scripted scenes exploring themes of ambition, fear, and personal conflict

• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life

• Participate in filming on a virtual LED volume stage production setup

• Follow direction during filming to achieve the intended visual and emotional performance

Requirements

• Male actor aged 20–30

• Open to all ethnicities

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Must provide a headshot, resume, and demo reel when submitting

• Ability to perform in a dramatic short film role

Compensation

• This is an unpaid student film opportunity

• Participants will gain experience working on a short film production utilizing LED volume stage technology

• Opportunity to collaborate with emerging filmmakers and build portfolio material

Job Description
A student production team from Sheridan College is seeking an actor for a minor role in the short film Face the Heel. This project follows the intense competition between two individuals—a stripper and a privileged rival—as they race against the clock to secure a coveted editorial assistant position at a leading newspaper.

The selected actor will portray a small but memorable character appearing in a strip club setting. This role requires a performer capable of delivering subtle on-screen presence with a brief speaking part.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a customer character in a strip club scene

• Deliver 1–2 lines of dialogue during the scene

• Follow direction from the film’s director and production team

• Maintain professionalism and consistency during filming

• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout production

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be 19 years or older

• Ability to portray a “creepy customer” character convincingly

• Must be able to provide a headshot and resume or demo reel for submission

• Comfortable performing in a nightclub or strip club scene setting

Compensation

• Non-union student short film

• Unpaid opportunity

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a student film production

Job Description
A short film production is casting a male actor for a supporting role in the upcoming action thriller Dogs on Fire. Casting directors are seeking a strong performer who can portray a character involved in a high-stakes heist storyline. The project will film in the Rio Grande Valley and offers actors the opportunity to gain professional credits and demo reel footage while working on a dynamic action-focused production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in an action thriller short film

• Participate in rehearsals, blocking, and scripted action scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Perform scenes that may involve staged action or stunt-style movement

Requirements

• Male actor in his late 20s to early 30s

• Fluent in both Spanish and English

• Comfortable performing in an action or thriller film environment

• Willing to participate in rehearsals and production blocking

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Rio Grande Valley

Compensation

• IMDb credit

• Demo reel footage for portfolio use

Job Description
A student production team is seeking male actors for an upcoming Western drama short film filming in Willis, Texas. This non-union project tells the story of an escaped convict who stumbles upon the remote camp of a lone cowboy. As the two men develop an uneasy bond on the frontier, a relentless U.S. Marshal closes in, determined to capture the fugitive.

The film explores themes of redemption, morality, survival, and the emotional complexity of life on the frontier. The production is looking for actors capable of delivering intense, character-driven performances in a dramatic Western setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray key characters in a narrative Western short film

• Deliver emotionally grounded performances aligned with the film’s dramatic tone

• Collaborate with the director and production team during rehearsals and filming

• Participate in scenes that may involve horseback riding

• Maintain professionalism and commitment during the production process

Requirements

• Male actors who can portray characters within the specified age ranges

• Must be comfortable riding a horse (walking and trotting; no stunt work required)

• Ability to portray emotionally complex characters with intensity and depth

• Willingness to work on a non-union student film project

• Professional attitude and ability to collaborate with cast and crew

Roles Available

• Ben – Escaped Convict / Gunslinger (Male, 20–30)
  A hardened outlaw with a strong moral core. Despite his troubled past, he carries a quiet determination and sense of honor. The actor must be capable of portraying internal conflict and resilience. Must be comfortable riding a horse.

• James – Lone Cowboy (Male, 55+)
  An aging cowboy shaped by decades of experience and hardship. Wise and reflective, he carries the emotional weight of loss while embodying the spirit of the frontier. Horseback riding experience preferred.

• U.S. Marshal Wallace (Male, 35–60)
  A once-respected lawman driven by ambition and arrogance. Ruthless and relentless in his pursuit of justice, Wallace’s pride may ultimately become his downfall. Must be comfortable riding a horse.

Compensation

• Gas reimbursement for travel to set

• Meals provided on set

• Hotel accommodations if needed

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a student film production

Job Description
A short film production is casting a male Spanish-speaking actor to portray a doctor in the upcoming film La Última Esperanza. Casting directors are seeking a fluent Spanish speaker who can bring professionalism and authenticity to a medical role within the story. This project will film in the Rio Grande Valley and offers performers the opportunity to participate in a professionally produced narrative short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in scripted scenes for a short film

• Deliver natural dialogue and performance in Spanish

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Help create a believable medical environment within the story

Requirements

• Male actor ages 40–65

• Fluent Spanish speaker

• Ability to portray a professional doctor character

• Comfortable performing in a narrative film production

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Rio Grande Valley area

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

Actors for Untitled Nashville Horror Film

Job Description
A horror film production is casting actors for multiple roles in an upcoming non-union horror movie filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking performers who are comfortable working in a horror environment that may include gore effects, fake blood, and special effects prosthetics. The production is looking for a range of characters including a girl-next-door type, a young male character, and several hospital patient roles that will appear in suspenseful scenes throughout the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a horror film production

• Perform naturally on camera in suspenseful or dramatic scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Participate in scenes that may involve special effects, fake blood, or prosthetics

• Help create realistic and intense moments within the storyline

Requirements

• Female actor ages 20–35 to portray a “girl next door” type character

• Male actor ages 20–30 with a regular build and clean-shaven appearance

• Male actors ages 20–40 to portray hospital patients

• One amputee male actor encouraged to apply for a hospital patient role

• Must be comfortable with gore, fake blood, and horror special effects

• Comfortable appearing on camera in intense or suspenseful scenes

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

• Opportunity to work on a professional horror film production

Male Actors for Horror Short Film “The Giggler”

Job Description
A horror short film production is casting male actors for intense lead roles in an upcoming psychological thriller project. The film centers around a disturbing story involving loyalty, manipulation, and survival as a young man confronts a terrifying predator hidden behind humor and deception. Casting directors are seeking performers who can portray emotionally layered characters in a dark, suspenseful narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex characters in a psychological horror storyline

• Deliver emotionally intense and dramatic on-camera performances

• Collaborate with the production team to bring suspenseful scenes to life

• Follow direction during scenes involving dark or thriller-themed material

Requirements

• Male actor, early 20s to portray Dom

• Male actor, mid-20s to portray Jake / “The Giggler”

• Strong acting ability and comfort with dramatic storytelling

• Ability to portray intense emotional and psychological scenes

• Comfortable working in a horror or thriller film environment

Compensation

• Paid or project-based opportunity depending on role

• Opportunity to appear in a horror short film production

Job Description
A non-union short film titled Finding Happiness is casting actors for lead and supporting roles. The story follows Emily Wilson, a student who transfers to a new school after experiencing a tragic loss in her family. As she adjusts to her new environment, she encounters new friendships, social conflicts, and unexpected romance that challenge her understanding of life and relationships.

The film will be shot in multiple Pennsylvania locations, including Allentown, Philadelphia, Lahaska, and Hatfield. Production will take place across several filming days in late May and early June.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a narrative short film production.

• Collaborate with the director and cast to portray emotionally driven characters.

• Participate in scheduled filming days and rehearsals if required.

• Deliver natural and engaging performances suited for a coming-of-age drama.

• Work professionally with the production team throughout filming.

Roles

James Jackson (Lead) – Caucasian Male
College senior and football player. Confident and athletic, James initially prioritizes sports above everything until his relationship with Emily begins to change his perspective on life.

Mark Matthews (Supporting) – Caucasian Male
College junior and one of Emily’s close friends. Confident, stylish, and in a relationship with Alex. Actors must be comfortable portraying a character in a same-sex relationship.

Alex Anderson (Supporting) – Caucasian Male
Another of Emily’s best friends. A grounded college junior who is in a relationship with Mark. Actors must be comfortable portraying a character in a same-sex relationship.

Shannon Carter (Supporting) – Blonde Caucasian Female
The popular “Queen Bee” of the school. A stylish college senior who is dating James and embodies the typical mean-girl persona.

Requirements

• Actors ideally in their late 20s who can portray college-aged characters.

• Strong acting ability and ability to work in a collaborative film environment.

• Availability for filming between May 26 and June 10 depending on role.

• Comfortable performing dramatic scenes within a coming-of-age story.

Compensation

• Lead and supporting roles are paid.

• IMDb credit.

• Meals provided on set.

• Footage for actor reels.

Black Male Lead Actor for Short Film

Job Description
A short film production is casting a Black Jamaican male actor for the lead role in an upcoming project filming in Jamaica. The production is seeking a physically skilled performer who can bring athletic energy and strong on-screen presence to the role. This character requires someone comfortable performing acrobatics or gymnastics, with motorbike riding considered a plus. This opportunity is ideal for talented performers looking to take on a dynamic lead role in a short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character in a short film production

• Execute physical movements such as acrobatics or gymnastics as required by the role

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Deliver a compelling on-screen performance that supports the film’s story

Requirements

• Black male actor ages 18–25

• Must be Jamaican and based in Jamaica

• Strong physical ability with experience in acrobatics or gymnastics

• Motorbike riding experience is a plus

• Comfortable performing physically demanding scenes

Compensation

• Paid short film opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

• Opportunity to appear as the lead in a professionally produced film

Job Description

A production team is casting actors for an upcoming short film set in Berlin. The project is a quiet, bittersweet story that follows two strangers over the course of a single night, exploring the kind of honesty that can emerge when there is nothing left to lose.

This character-driven short film will take place in a single location and will run approximately 25 minutes. The production is seeking talented actors who can bring emotional depth and authenticity to their performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the key characters in a narrative short film.

• Collaborate with the director and production team to deliver authentic performances.

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required by the production schedule.

• Follow creative direction to help bring the story’s emotional tone to life.

Requirements

• Lead Roles

  • Klara – Female, ages 30–50.

  • Mike – Male, ages 30–50.

• Supporting Role

  • Male side character, ages 30–60s (small role).

• Ability to perform emotionally driven scenes in a character-focused story.

• Acting experience preferred but not strictly required.

Compensation

• This is currently a non-paid production.

Charlotte – Lead Role for Short Film

Job Description
A short film titled Paper Names is casting a young actress to portray Charlotte, the central character in this character-driven story. The film follows a pregnant teenage girl who unexpectedly connects with a waitress at a diner, leading to a powerful conversation that changes both of their lives. The role offers a strong emotional arc and an opportunity for an actress to bring depth and authenticity to a coming-of-age narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Charlotte in a dramatic short film

• Deliver an emotionally authentic performance during dialogue-driven scenes

• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop the character’s story

• Follow direction during filming and participate in rehearsals if required

Requirements

• Female actor

• Ages 16–20

• Able to portray a teenage character with emotional depth

• Comfortable performing in a dramatic, dialogue-focused role

• Professional attitude and ability to take direction during filming

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Actors for Sci-Fi Found Footage Short Film

Job Description
A sci-fi found footage short film is casting actors for an upcoming project filming in the Dallas, Texas area. The film will be featured at the Texas Horror Cult Film Festival and follows a journalist who uncovers a mysterious discovery that may not be from this world. The production is seeking performers who can bring emotional depth and intensity to this suspenseful and atmospheric story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray key characters in a sci-fi horror short film

• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Collaborate with cast and crew to support the story’s suspenseful tone

Requirements

• Male cameraman (early 20s to early 30s)

• Female reporter (early to mid-20s)

• Male “crazy guy” character (late 20s)

• Male farmer (late 30s to mid-50s)

• Female group leader (mid to late 20s)

• Comfortable performing in a sci-fi or horror-style film environment

• Ability to bring emotional intensity to character roles

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Dallas, Texas area

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate discussed upon selection)