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Lead and Supporting Actors for Sci-Fi Comedy Short Film “State Your Name”

Job Description

A casting call is now open for a student sci-fi comedy short film titled State Your Name, filming in the Cleveland area. This character-driven project explores themes of love, anxiety, identity, and self-acceptance through a humorous science fiction story involving aliens and one unforgettable night. Casting directors are seeking lead actors, supporting performers, and background extras with strong comedic timing, emotional depth, and unique personalities. Self-tape auditions are accepted, making this a great opportunity for both emerging and experienced actors.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform one of the featured lead, supporting, or background roles.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally engaging, and comedic performances.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and scheduled filming as required.
• Work professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
• Lead role: Mikey Keller, male, 20s — An anxious, funny, sincere young man struggling to be himself.
• Lead role: Emma Simmons, female, 20s — Smart, emotionally mature, and the emotional center of the story.
• Supporting role: Butterball, 20s — Mikey’s loyal best friend with great comedic energy.
• Supporting antagonist: Director Hale, 20s–40s — Calm, authoritative, and quietly intimidating.
• Supporting roles: Dave and Chuck, 20s–40s — Two eccentric alien workers with strong comedic personalities.
• Background performers of all ages are needed for neighbors, waitstaff, diner customers, alien workers, and other featured extras.
• Looking for performers who can bring personality, physical comedy, expressive reactions, and memorable character work.
• Must be available to film in the Cleveland area.

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in a sci-fi comedy short film.
• Lead, supporting, and background roles available.
• Gain valuable on-set experience working with an independent film production.
• Build your acting portfolio with a character-driven narrative project.

Brand Representative Model Casting Call

Job Description

A model casting call is now open for brand representatives to participate in a luxury beauty and skincare promotional event at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club in Dana Point, California. Casting directors are seeking confident, professional models who can represent a premium beauty brand while engaging with guests in a high-end resort environment. This is an excellent opportunity for promotional models looking to expand their experience with a luxury lifestyle campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Represent a luxury beauty brand during a promotional event.
• Interact professionally with guests and attendees.
• Showcase beauty and skincare products in a polished, engaging manner.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive attitude throughout the event.
• Collaborate with the event and brand teams as needed.

Requirements

• Previous modeling or brand ambassador experience is preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, outgoing, and confident demeanor.
• Comfortable representing a luxury beauty and skincare brand.
• Must be available to work in Dana Point, California during the event period.

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity.
• Gain experience representing a premium beauty brand.
• Network with professionals in the beauty and lifestyle industry.
• Opportunity to work at a luxury resort event.

Job Description

A major food delivery brand is casting London-based young adults for a paid social media campaign. The production is looking for groups of friends and couples, ages 18–22, of all genders to appear in commercial content. This is a paid opportunity with filming scheduled across multiple dates in July.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a social media campaign for a major food delivery brand.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Work professionally with the production team.
• Be available on one of the scheduled shoot dates.

Requirements

• Ages 18–22.
• All genders.
• London-based.
• Groups of friends and couples are encouraged to apply.
• Available to film on July 8, 9, or 10.

Compensation

• Paid commercial opportunity.
• Featured in a social campaign for a major food delivery brand.

Job Description

An independent dramatic comedy short film is casting three actors for a non-union production in Calgary, Alberta. The story follows a young man struggling to rebuild his life as he faces an existential and spiritual dilemma during an evening campfire. This character-driven project explores themes of family, mental health, and resilience. Virtual auditions are being accepted.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in an independent short film.
• Participate in a virtual audition if selected.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally compelling performances.

Requirements

• Non-union actors.
• Casting the following roles:
  • Pete: Male, mid to late 30s.
  • Lena: Female, late 20s to early 30s.
  • Pete’s Mother: Female, mid to late 60s.
• Comfortable performing material involving mental health and substance abuse themes.
• Available to film in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Opportunity to gain experience and build your acting portfolio.

Job Description

An upcoming short film is casting multiple lead and supporting roles in Louisville, Kentucky. This student production offers actors the opportunity to gain real on-set experience, receive mentorship from experienced filmmakers, and build festival-ready footage for their acting reel. While the project is unpaid, it provides valuable professional development and networking opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead or supporting role in the short film.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and scheduled filming dates.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Deliver authentic, character-driven performances.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Marcus Reed: African American male, ages 15–18 (Lead)
  • Jayden Reed: African American male, ages 9–12 (Supporting Lead)
  • Guardian: Female, ages 40–60
  • Mr. Jay: Male, ages 30–50
  • Spark: Male, ages 15–18
  • D-Ro: Male, ages 15–18
  • Aisha: Female, ages 15–18
• Submit:
  • Name
  • Headshot
  • Resume or demo reel (optional)

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity.
• Festival-ready footage for your acting reel.
• On-set mentorship and professional production experience.

Job Description

A romantic comedy feature is casting multiple paid roles in El Paso, Texas. The production is seeking talented actors for lead and supporting roles, including business professionals and child actors. Performers of all ethnicities are encouraged to apply for select roles in this upcoming film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured or supporting role in the film.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming.
• Deliver authentic and engaging on-screen performances.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Lead Male (Billionaire type, any ethnicity)
  • Lead Female (Hispanic, late 20s to late 30s)
  • Wife of Billionaire (Any ethnicity)
  • Daughter of Billionaire (Ages 5–12, all ethnicities)
  • Business Men (Any age, any ethnicity)
• Submit:
  • Resume

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunities.
• Multiple featured and supporting roles available.
• Opportunity to work on a romantic comedy production.

Job Description

A major fashion editorial is casting women aged 40 and older for an upcoming magazine feature in New York City. The production is seeking individuals who are comfortable being photographed in their upscale homes or apartments. Homes with balconies, penthouses, scenic views, as well as pets or family members, are considered a plus.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a fashion editorial photo shoot.
• Be photographed in your home or apartment.
• Collaborate with the stylist and photographer during the shoot.
• Follow creative direction throughout the session.

Requirements

• Women ages 40 and older.
• Must be open to shooting in an upscale New York home or apartment.
• Homes with balconies, penthouses, or notable views are preferred.
• Pets, children, or family members are a plus.
• Comfortable participating in a professional editorial photo shoot.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to appear in a major fashion magazine editorial.
• Work with a renowned stylist and photographer.

Job Description

A major shoe brand is casting models for an upcoming commercial campaign in Atlanta. The production is seeking diverse male and female models between the ages of 18 and 25 for multiple featured roles. This paid commercial opportunity includes a daily rate and buyout for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Model in a commercial campaign for a major shoe brand.
• Follow creative direction during the photo and video shoot.
• Attend all scheduled production days.
• Represent the brand professionally on set.

Requirements

• Models ages 18–25.
• Casting the following roles:
  • Black male model (dark complexion)
  • Latino male model
  • Caucasian blonde male model
  • Black female model (dark complexion, slender/runway frame)
  • Caucasian male model (country boy look)
  • Black male model
• Submit:
  • Three recent photos
  • Height
  • Clothing sizes
  • Phone number
  • Instagram profile

Compensation

• $350 for a 12-hour shoot day.
• $550 buyout.
• Paid commercial campaign opportunity.

Job Description

A luxury hair extensions brand is casting female models with naturally wavy hair for an upcoming paid campaign in London. Selected models will appear in e-commerce, editorial, and social media content for the brand. The production includes photography, video content, interviews, and behind-the-scenes filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Model luxury wavy hair extensions for the campaign.
• Participate in photo and video shoots.
• Take part in on-camera interviews.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.

Requirements

• Women ages 25–45.
• Naturally wavy hair.
• Confident on camera.
• Comfortable speaking during interview-style content.
• Previous modeling, content creation, or on-camera experience required.
• Available to travel to London on one of the scheduled shoot dates.
• Submit:
  • Recent natural photos of your hair
  • Headshot
  • Full-length photo
  • Relevant modeling or content creation experience

Compensation

• Paid modeling opportunity.
• Featured in e-commerce, editorial, and social media campaigns.

Job Description

A commercial production is casting four child actors in the Los Angeles Valley area to portray younger versions of the campaign’s main talent. Selected children may be booked for one or both filming days. Applicants must be available for the fitting and both scheduled shoot days.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a younger version of one of the commercial’s featured talent.
• Attend the wardrobe fitting if selected.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Be available for all scheduled production dates.

Requirements

• Children around 10 years old (approximately 5th grade).
• Must resemble one of the reference talents provided by production.
• Available for:
  • Fitting: July 5
  • Shoot Day 1: July 6
  • Shoot Day 2: July 7
• Parent or guardian must submit:
  • Child’s age
  • Contact information
  • Sizes
  • Updated photos

Compensation

• Fitting: $150.
• Filming: $500 per 9.5-hour day.
• May be booked for one or both filming days.