Director of Photography Casting Call for Independent Short Film

Content Creators and Influencers – Affiliate Opportunity

Job Description

A global youth conference in Toronto, Canada, is seeking content creators, influencers, and opportunity-focused social media pages to join its official affiliate program. Selected affiliates will promote a global youth opportunity while earning commissions for successful delegate registrations through their platforms.

Job Responsibilities

• Promote the international youth conference across social media and digital platforms.
• Create and share engaging content about the conference opportunity.
• Encourage interested audiences to explore and register for the event.
• Use a personalized tracking link to track successful referrals.
• Share information about fully and partially funded opportunities available to young leaders.

Requirements

• Content creators, influencers, and social media opportunity pages.
• Active digital or social media presence.
• Comfortable promoting youth, education, leadership, or global opportunities.
• Able to create engaging promotional content for an online audience.
• Interested in affiliate marketing and performance-based partnerships.

Compensation

• Commission earned on each successful delegate registration.

Short Film – Young Female Lead

Job Description

An upcoming short film is casting a young female actor for the lead role in a paid production filming in Donegal, Ireland. The production is seeking a talented child performer who can authentically speak with a rural Irish accent or an accent from Munster or Connaught.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role in a narrative short film.
• Deliver scripted dialogue and character-driven scenes.
• Bring a natural and authentic performance to the lead character.
• Follow age-appropriate direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Ages 7–10.
• Must have a rural Irish accent or an accent from a county in Munster or Connaught.
• Ideally based in Donegal, Ireland.
• Suitable applicants based elsewhere in Munster or Connaught are also encouraged to apply.
• Parent or guardian involvement is required.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.

“Buckets” BU Thesis Film – Actors

Job Description

“Buckets,” a Boston University thesis film, is casting actors for an upcoming student film production in the Boston area. The project is seeking performers interested in collaborating with emerging filmmakers and bringing compelling characters to life in a narrative short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a role in the thesis film “Buckets.”
• Deliver scripted dialogue and character-driven performances.
• Collaborate with the director, fellow actors, and production crew.
• Follow creative direction and adjust performances as needed.
• Maintain professionalism throughout rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Actors interested in working on a university thesis film.
• Comfortable performing scripted narrative material.
• Able to take direction and collaborate with a film production team.
• Must be able to work in the Boston area.

Compensation

• Compensation details were not provided.

Adults Ages 30+ for Smoking Cessation Testimonial Campaign in Canada

Job Description

A nonunion testimonial campaign is seeking adults ages 30 and older across Canada to share their experiences with cutting back on or quitting cigarettes. Everyday Canadians from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including current smokers and people who recently quit using the featured nicotine replacement product.

This paid on-camera opportunity offers potential compensation of up to $5,100 per person, depending on final usage and inclusion in the finished edit.

Job Responsibilities

• Share honest, firsthand experiences about smoking, cutting back, or quitting.
• Discuss your motivation for changing your smoking habits and your personal goals.
• Participate in a filmed testimonial and be comfortable being publicly identified.
• Complete a self-tape introducing yourself and explaining why you want to quit or cut back.
• If applicable, discuss the personal goals the featured product is helping you pursue.

Requirements

• Be at least 30 years old and appear 30 or older on camera.
• Reside in Canada.
• Fit one of the following participant profiles: currently using the featured product to quit or cut back; motivated to quit or cut back and open to trying it before filming; have tried other nicotine replacement therapies without success and are open to switching; or have recently quit using the featured product.
• Be comfortable describing your experience naturally and honestly.
• Submit an application and self-tape.
• Be available for a callback in person in Montreal or via Zoom for other cities.
• Be available for one filming day in Montreal, Toronto, or Vancouver, with the final location to be confirmed.
• If travel is required, be available to arrive one or two days before filming.

Compensation

• Potential total compensation of up to $5,100 per person.
• Final payment depends on usage and whether your footage appears in the finished edit.
• Buyout covers all lifts, edits, and versions for one year.
• Travel and accommodation are provided for selected participants who do not live near the chosen studio.
• Nonunion project.

Native Mandarin and Cantonese Speakers for Confidential Voice Project

Job Description

A confidential voice project is seeking native Mandarin and Cantonese speakers based in Greater Vancouver, British Columbia. No professional acting or voice-over experience is required. This opportunity is open to non-union participants who can bring authentic native-language skills to the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an in-person screening in Vancouver.
• Demonstrate natural and fluent Mandarin or Cantonese speaking abilities.
• Follow instructions provided by the project team.
• Participate professionally in the confidential voice project if selected.

Requirements

• Native Mandarin or Cantonese speaker.
• Must be based in Greater Vancouver.
• Must be non-union.
• No professional acting or voice-over experience required.
• Must be able to attend an in-person screening in Vancouver.

Compensation

• $125 CAD for attending the in-person screening.
• $100,000 USD buyout for participants hired for the project.

Fair Visitors for Hallmark Production

Job Description

A Hallmark production is casting male background actors to portray fair visitors in Stratford, Ontario. The production is seeking attractive talent with a youthful appearance to help create an authentic country fair atmosphere for exterior and interior scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a visitor attending a country fair.
• Perform natural background action throughout the production.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming.
• Participate in both interior and exterior scenes as required.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Ages 20–39, with preference for talent who can portray a younger appearance.
• Open to non-union and AABP performers.
• Must be able to work in Stratford, Ontario.
• Must be comfortable working on both interior and exterior scenes.
• Must be available for a night shoot.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity; details will be discussed.

“Terms & Conditions” Short Film – Lara

Job Description

A short film titled “Terms & Conditions” is seeking an actress for the lead role of Lara in New York City. Lara is an aspiring fitness trainer who is ambitious, disciplined, and constantly working toward her future. While she projects confidence, uncertainty remains beneath the surface, creating an opportunity for a nuanced and emotionally layered performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lara, an aspiring fitness trainer, in a lead role.
• Capture the character’s ambition, discipline, confidence, and underlying uncertainty.
• Deliver emotionally authentic scripted performances.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate with other cast members.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.
• Participate in the full production schedule and potential rehearsal.

Requirements

• Female performer, mid-20s to mid-30s.
• Union and non-union talent may apply.
• Strong acting skills and an engaging screen presence.
• Able to portray an ambitious and disciplined aspiring fitness professional.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.

Compensation

• $250 per day.

Job Description

AMSEM is expanding its production team and seeking an experienced Production Director to help lead upcoming creative projects. The role involves overseeing production processes, coordinating creative and operational teams, and helping ensure projects are delivered smoothly from planning through execution.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee production activities from planning through completion.
• Coordinate with creative, design, and production teams.
• Manage production schedules, workflows, and on-site execution.
• Help maintain creative and operational standards across projects.
• Resolve production challenges and keep projects running efficiently.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in production direction or a similar leadership role.
• Strong organizational and team coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple production requirements effectively.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced creative environment.

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified.

“Terms & Conditions” Short Film – David

Job Description

A short film titled “Terms & Conditions” is seeking an actor for the lead role of David in New York City. David is a software engineer in his late 20s to late 30s who has optimized nearly every aspect of his life except the relationships that matter most. The role calls for a performer who can bring depth and authenticity to this character-driven story about technology, memories, and human connection.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray David, a software engineer, in a lead role.
• Bring emotional depth and authenticity to the character.
• Perform scripted scenes while following creative direction.
• Develop believable chemistry with other lead performers.
• Work professionally with the cast and production team.
• Participate in the full production schedule and potential rehearsal.

Requirements

• Male performer, late 20s to late 30s.
• Union and non-union talent may apply.
• Strong dramatic and character-driven acting abilities.
• Able to portray an organized, technology-focused professional with emotional complexity.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.

Compensation

• $250 per day.

“Terms & Conditions” Short Film – Blue, The Veteran

Job Description

A short film titled “Terms & Conditions” is seeking an actress for the lead role of Blue, The Veteran, in New York City. This innovative short film explores technology and human connection through smartphones managing the complexities of modern life. Blue is cynical, fearless, and unapologetic, requiring a performer who can bring confidence and a strong personality to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Blue, The Veteran, in a lead role.
• Bring a cynical, fearless, and unapologetic personality to the character.
• Deliver compelling scripted performances with confidence and authenticity.
• Work collaboratively with fellow actors and the production team.
• Participate in the full production schedule and potential rehearsal.

Requirements

• Female performer in her 30s.
• Union and non-union talent may apply.
• Strong acting skills and confident screen presence.
• Comfortable portraying a bold, fearless character.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.

Compensation

• $250 per day.

“Terms & Conditions” Short Film – Ella, The Rookie

Job Description

A short film titled “Terms & Conditions” is seeking an actress for the lead role of Ella, The Rookie, in New York City. The film follows a newly awakened smartphone navigating its owner’s memories, secrets, reminders, and emotional baggage while learning about human connection. Ella is innocent and curious with offbeat charm and strong comedic timing. This is a paid opportunity open to union and non-union performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ella, The Rookie, in a lead role.
• Bring curiosity, innocence, humor, and offbeat charm to the character.
• Deliver scripted scenes with strong comedic timing and emotional authenticity.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Participate in the full production schedule and potential rehearsal.

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 25–35.
• Union and non-union talent may apply.
• Strong comedic timing and acting ability.
• Able to portray an innocent, curious, and charming character.
• Must be able to work in New York City.
• Must be available for the full production commitment.

Compensation

• $250 per day.

Job Description

A Ringling College of Art and Design student film, “Just a Bowl of Cherries,” is casting an actress for the supporting role of Mariel. The story follows Daniel, a man under house arrest who develops an unexpected connection with his 80-year-old neighbor. Mariel is a chatty, opinionated woman who appears happy and fulfilled but carries guilt surrounding her relationship with her daughter.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mariel, a lively and opinionated elderly neighbor.
• Perform emotional and character-driven scenes.
• Develop a believable connection with the film’s lead character.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Playing age: 70s–80s.
• Strong ability to portray a chatty, opinionated personality.
• Comfortable performing emotionally layered material.
• Must be available to work in Sarasota, Florida.

Compensation

• Unpaid role.
• Film credit provided.
• Meals provided.
• Copy of the completed film provided.