“The Shifter vs The Alpha” Vertical Short Film Casting Call for Council Members

“The Shifter vs The Alpha” Casting Call for Council Members

Job Description

A non-union vertical short film filming in Fresno, California, is seeking male and female actors to portray Council Members. These day-player characters help maintain order within the pack and contribute to the supernatural world of the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a Council Member responsible for maintaining order within the pack.
• Perform scripted scenes as directed by the production team.
• Work professionally with principal and supporting cast members.

Requirements

• Male and female actors, ages 28–40.
• Must be a Fresno local hire.

Compensation

• $180 per day for up to 10 hours.

“The Shifter vs The Alpha” Casting Call for Lysandra

Job Description

A non-union vertical short film filming in Fresno, California, is seeking a female actor for the major supporting role of Lysandra. The character is a sorcerer for the Red Stone Pack and requires a performer comfortable with stunt work involving light wire-assisted movement.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Lysandra, a sorcerer associated with the Red Stone Pack.
• Perform dramatic and fantasy-focused scripted scenes.
• Participate in light stunt and wire work as required.
• Follow direction and collaborate with the production team.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 28–38.
• Must be comfortable with intimacy scenes and very light stunt work.
• Must be a Fresno local hire.

Compensation

• $350 per day for up to 12 hours.

“The Shifter vs The Alpha” Casting Call for Magnus the Elder

Job Description

A non-union vertical short film filming in Fresno, California, is casting a male actor to portray Magnus the Elder. This major supporting character is the wise and revered elder of the Red Stone Pack, requiring a commanding and experienced on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Magnus the Elder in a major supporting role.
• Bring authority, wisdom, and depth to the character.
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s creative vision.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 55–75.
• Strong presence suitable for a wise and revered elder character.
• Must be a Fresno local hire.

Compensation

• $350 per day for up to 12 hours.

“The Shifter vs The Alpha” Casting Call for Mira

Job Description

A non-union vertical short film filming in Fresno, California, is seeking a female actor for the major supporting role of Mira. The character is Sapphira’s assistant and right-hand woman and plays an important role in the story. This role includes stunt and intimacy scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mira in a major supporting role.
• Perform dramatic scenes as Sapphira’s trusted assistant and right-hand woman.
• Participate in required stunt and intimacy scenes.
• Work professionally with the cast, director, and production team.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 20–26.
• Must be comfortable with stunt and intimacy scenes.
• Must be a Fresno local hire.

Compensation

• $300 per day for up to 12 hours.

Job Description

A non-union vertical short film filming in Fresno, California, is seeking a male actor for the major supporting role of Kael. The character is a handsome, buff assistant and wingman to Zayden, the Alpha. This role includes stunt and intimacy scenes and is ideal for talent comfortable with physically demanding performance work.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kael, a major supporting character in the vertical short film.
• Perform scripted dramatic scenes alongside principal cast members.
• Participate in required stunt and intimacy scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and creative teams.

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 20–26.
• Handsome, buff appearance appropriate for the character.
• Must be comfortable with stunt and intimacy scenes.
• Must be a Fresno local hire.

Compensation

• $300 per day for up to 12 hours.

Job Description

A Ringling College thesis film titled “Valerius” is seeking a young boy for a supporting role in Sarasota, Florida. This child actor casting call is ideal for a creative and imaginative performer interested in gaining experience on a film set while portraying a character who enjoys storytelling, drawing, and playing pretend.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Valerius in a supporting role for a thesis film.
• Perform scripted scenes and follow direction from the filmmaking team.
• Bring a playful, imaginative, and natural personality to the character.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew during filming.

Requirements

• Boy, ages 8–10.
• White.
• Brown hair and brown eyes.
• Comfortable telling stories, drawing, and playing pretend.
• Must be a Florida local or willing to travel to Sarasota, Florida.

Compensation

• Travel and lodging costs are negotiable.

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA Micro Budget short film titled “Sour Sixteen” is seeking a male actor for the supporting role of Cody. Cody is an attractive, charming high school senior and lacrosse team captain who appears confident and naturally athletic but privately struggles with his sexuality and fear of judgment. This Atlanta-based production is seeking a performer who can bring authenticity, emotional depth, and nuance to the character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Cody, a charming and complex high school senior
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally nuanced performance
• Perform scripted scenes involving implied attraction and intimacy
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team
• Participate in a virtual audition and virtual table read

Requirements

• Male actor, age 18 or older
• Open to all ethnicities
• Must be able to portray a high school senior and lacrosse team captain
• Attractive, charming, and naturally athletic appearance
• Strong acting ability with emotional range
• Must be comfortable with implied attraction and close positioning with another male actor
• No nudity
• An intimacy coordinator will be present on set
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta, Georgia

Compensation

• $200 for 10 hours
• Copy
• Meals
• IMDb credit

“You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It” Open Casting Call

Job Description

Casting is underway for “You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It,” a short film directed by Keaton Greene with a screenplay by Kole Greene, shooting in late November in Los Angeles. The film is the second of three in the anthology series “You’re Missing The Point,” a multimedia social critique of contemporary society’s relationship to perception and authenticity. The production is casting three leads, one supporting role, and featured extras under a SAG-AFTRA Short Film Micro Budget Agreement, open to both union and non-union talent. Talent must be LA based or able to work as an LA local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a 35mm short film shooting in late November in Los Angeles
• Portray one of the film’s leads, supporting characters, or featured extras

Requirements

• LA based or willing to work as an LA local hire
• Open to union and non-union talent
• Apply for one role: Young Man, Young Woman, Maxxer, Maxxer’s Mom, Server, or Patrons

Compensation

• Young Man (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
• Young Woman (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
• Maxxer (lead): $500/day x 1 day = $500
• Maxxer’s Mom (supporting): $250/day x 1 day = $250
• Server (featured extra): $200/day x 2 days = $400
• Patrons (featured extra): $200/day x 1 day = $200

“Brownie” Casting Call for Homeless Woman

Job Description

Casting is underway for “Brownie,” a short film written and directed by Curtis Adair, shooting October 14th in Savannah, Georgia. The production is seeking a featured extra to play a homeless woman. Set in 1901, the film follows a photographer in the Jim Crow South facing a moral crisis after the first Kodak Brownie camera is released to the public. The role calls for a dark-skinned African American woman aged 20-39 with a period-appropriate look for 1901.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured extra in the short film “Brownie”
• Maintain a period-appropriate appearance for a 1901 setting

Requirements

• Dark-skinned African American woman, aged 20-39
• Natural hair colors, no piercings, no visible tattoos
• Available to work local hire to Savannah, GA on October 14th
• Submit name, age, height, phone number, city, tattoo locations, and headshot plus full-body photo

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours

NOW CASTING — SCAR AWARENESS MONTH

A short film celebrating Scar Awareness Month is seeking children, adults, and older adults with visible scars from surgery, accidents, or other life-changing experiences. The production aims to highlight authentic personal stories centered on survival, healing, transformation, and individual journeys. Talent of all ethnicities and backgrounds is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a short film focused on Scar Awareness Month
• Share the personal story behind a visible scar
• Participate in on-camera interviews or storytelling segments as directed
• Discuss experiences related to survival, healing, transformation, or personal growth
• Follow production direction and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Open to children, adults, and older adults
• Must have a visible scar from surgery, an accident, or another life-changing experience
• All ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• Submit two recent photos
• Submit one clear photo of the scar
• Provide a short written story about the scar and personal journey
• Provide age and social media handle if available
• Must be comfortable discussing the story behind the scar on camera

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided
• Additional terms may be shared with selected participants

Job Description

An independent short film is seeking a Colorado-based female actor to portray Annie, a young woman navigating grief and unresolved emotions. The production is looking for a performer who can deliver a grounded, emotionally authentic performance in a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Annie in an independent short film.
• Deliver an emotionally grounded and believable performance.
• Work closely with the director to bring the character and story to life.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally throughout production.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 25–35.
• Must be based in Colorado.
• Strong dramatic acting and emotional performance skills.
• Comfortable working on an independent short film production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.
• High-quality copy of the finished film for reel use.

Job Description

“Room to Become” is a paid, non-union branded short film for a national student housing company filming in the Denver metro area. The 60-second commercial follows a college student through everyday apartment life with roommates, showing how the space gradually becomes a home and the student grows into a more confident version of themselves. The production is seeking naturalistic performers with subtle, believable acting styles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in a 60-second branded short film with additional cutdowns.
• Deliver natural, grounded, and observational performances.
• Perform dialogue, reactions, physical comedy, or improvisation depending on the role.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction throughout production.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• The Student: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; grounded, warm, and capable of showing a character growing from guarded newcomer to confident young adult.
• The Roommate: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; relaxed, friendly, and comfortable with light dialogue.
• Friends: Playing age 18–24; part of the student’s growing social circle. Physical comedy or improvisation skills are a plus.
• Performers must be 18 or older.
• Local Denver metro area talent only.
• No travel or lodging provided.

Compensation

• The Student: $350 flat rate.
• The Roommate: $250 flat rate.
• Friends: $200 each.
• Rates include the shoot day and usage buyout in perpetuity across all media, including paid, social, web, and connected TV.
• Meals provided on set.