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Actors for Hybrid Documentary Project

Job Description

Casting is seeking actors for an upcoming hybrid documentary exploring the stories and legacy of Canadian queer communities. This unique production blends documentary storytelling with collaborative performance, offering actors the opportunity to contribute to an important historical and artistic project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in collaborative improvised scenes.
• Participate in interviews and creative workshops.
• Work closely with the director and ensemble cast.
• Attend all scheduled filming and residency activities.

Requirements

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Interest in queer history and community storytelling.
• Comfortable participating in open discussions about sex-positive topics.
• Strong collaborative and improvisational skills.
• Must be available for the complete production schedule.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Transportation provided.
• Accommodation provided.
• Catering provided.

2SLGBTQIA+ Performers for Hybrid Documentary Project

Job Description

A hybrid documentary project is seeking 2SLGBTQIA+ performers to participate in an immersive storytelling experience exploring significant Canadian queer history. This paid opportunity is ideal for performers who are passionate about artistic collaboration, queer history, and community engagement. Participants will take part in interviews and collaborative improvised performances during a three-night creative residency in the Muskoka Lake region.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in documentary interviews and collaborative performances.
• Share personal perspectives and engage in discussions about queer history.
• Collaborate with the creative team and fellow participants.
• Attend the full production residency and scheduled filming activities.

Requirements

• Must identify as part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
• Must have an interest in queer history and HIV/AIDS education.
• Comfortable discussing sex-positive topics in an open and respectful manner.
• Experience in nightlife communities is considered an asset.
• Must be available for the full production schedule.
• Must be at least 19 years old.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Transportation provided.
• Accommodation provided.
• Catering provided.

POC Actors for Short Feature Film “Ladybugs”

Job Description

A short feature film is seeking talented POC actors for the upcoming coming-of-age drama Ladybugs. The story follows Candy Walker-Jordan, a young Black woman anarchist, as she navigates political organizing, identity, and personal growth. Casting directors are looking for strong dramatic performers to portray emotionally layered supporting characters in this independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured speaking role in the short feature film.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and production days as required.

Requirements

• Mama: Black female, mid-30s to 40s. Average height or taller. A tough-loving mother and partner who is headstrong, imposing, and deeply committed to her family.
• Jon: Black male, mid-30s to 40s. Average height or taller. A journalist and father who is poised, reserved, and quietly courageous while covering dangerous stories affecting his community.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• Must be comfortable performing in a character-driven independent film.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity. Compensation will be discussed with selected talent.

Student Film Casting Call for Multiple Speaking Roles

Job Description

A student film is casting multiple speaking roles for Alone at Sea, an upcoming coming-of-age drama filming in Newport, Rhode Island. The story follows soul sisters Luna Myers and Erin Winters as they reunite for another unforgettable summer that challenges their friendship and forces Luna to make a life-changing decision. Casting directors are seeking talented young actors who can bring emotionally authentic performances to this character-driven independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured speaking role in the student film.
• Deliver natural and emotionally compelling performances.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members throughout production.
• Be available to film during the scheduled production period in Rhode Island.

Requirements

• Luna Myers: Female, age 16 (or able to portray 16). Bright, artistic, playful, confident, and adventurous. Loves sketching, painting, urban exploration, and spending time outdoors.
• Erin Winters: Female, age 19 (or able to portray 19). Fashion-forward, ambitious, organized, and emotionally complex. A college student balancing family, friendship, and personal goals.
• Caleb Jones: Male, age 20 (or able to portray 20). Quiet, creative, and thoughtful musician with a passion for producing music, skateboarding, and modeling.
• Enzo Morenzetto: Male, age 19 (or able to portray 19). Energetic and charismatic musician with strong stage presence, confidence, and creative ambition.
• Lukas Collier: Male, age 19 (or able to portray 19). Analytical, dependable, and sociable. A disciplined musician and skateboarder with a grounded personality.
• Audrey Lawrence: Female, age 19 (or able to portray 19). Friendly, observant, disciplined, and passionate about dance. Kind-hearted with a perfectionist mindset.
• Must be able to portray the assigned character authentically.
• Strong acting skills and comfort performing in a dramatic coming-of-age story.
• Must be available to film in Newport, Rhode Island.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.

Short Film Casting Call for Multiple Speaking Roles

Job Description

A paid short film casting call is now accepting submissions for several speaking roles in the upcoming independent film Penelope & Gertrude’s Last Day, filming in Brooklyn, New York. The story follows a Brooklyn woman on the day before her breast reduction surgery as she embarks on one final heartfelt and surreal adventure with her closest friends. Casting directors are seeking talented actors for diverse, character-driven roles in this emotional and comedic production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the featured speaking roles in the short film.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members throughout production.
• Attend filming as scheduled in Brooklyn, New York.

Requirements

• Drea: Black woman, late 20s to early 30s. Petite frame with large breasts. A shy but warm and introspective character who is comfortable in her body despite ongoing discomfort. Partial nudity (shoulders up with pasties) is required. No sexual scenes.
• Grandmother: Jamaican woman, late 60s to early 70s. Must be able to speak Jamaican Patois and improvise naturally. Warm yet stern personality with strong family values.
• Alex: Black, mixed-race, or non-White woman, late 20s. Costume designer and creative professional with a grounded, spiritual personality who enjoys yoga and meditation.
• Sheem: Black or Hispanic queer male, late 20s to early 30s. A personable personal trainer and community favorite with an outgoing, flamboyant personality.
• Tash: Black woman, late 20s. Fitness enthusiast with a professional career in advertising. Confident, responsible, and physically capable of running comfortably.
• Must be available to film in Brooklyn, New York.

Compensation

• Sheem: $150 flat rate.
• Tash: $150 flat rate.
• Other roles are paid. Compensation will be discussed upon selection.

Job Description

A Walmart commercial is casting female talent for a paid commercial shoot in Los Angeles. Production is seeking women to portray everyday Walmart shoppers in featured roles. This opportunity includes a travel stipend, session fee, and commercial usage payment for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a relatable Walmart shopper in a commercial.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend the scheduled one- or two-day shoot in Los Angeles.
• Maintain a professional and engaging on-camera presence.

Requirements

• Millennial Shopper: Caucasian woman, ages 35–40, blonde, plus-size.
• Gen X Shopper: Asian American woman, ages 50–55.
• Must be available to film in Los Angeles.
• Must be able to work one or two shoot days.

Compensation

• $300 travel stipend.
• $500 session fee (+20% agency fee, if applicable).
• $2,000 usage fee (+20% agency fee, if applicable).

Job Description

A major food brand is casting diverse talent for a paid parts modeling campaign in New York City. The production is seeking adults ages 30–40 of all genders and skin tones for non-speaking modeling roles. Selected talent will participate in a one-day shoot with images used across print, digital, and PR campaigns throughout North America.

Job Responsibilities

• Model specific body parts for a commercial food brand campaign.
• Attend the scheduled one-day photoshoot in New York City.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and punctuality throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Ages 30–40.
• Open to all genders and skin tones.
• No tattoos above the waist.
• Must be available to work in New York City.
• Submit recent photos, social media links, and parts modeling images.

Compensation

• $1,000 base rate.
• Additional 20% agency fee, if applicable.
• Three-year usage across consumer print, digital media, PR, direct mail, and out-of-home advertising in North America.

Job Description

A horror film is casting a local photo double for a teenage girl in the Schenectady, New York area. Production is seeking a white female, ages 13–17, with light brown hair to match the featured performer for scenes set in the 1940s. This paid background opportunity is open to local hires only, with filming taking place between late July and early October.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a featured character in a horror film.
• Attend scheduled filming and costume fittings as needed.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Maintain a 1940s-appropriate hairstyle if required.
• Work professionally throughout the production schedule.

Requirements

• White female, ages 13–17.
• Light brown hair.
• Must be local to the Schenectady, NY area.
• Parent or legal guardian must accompany all minors on set.
• Valid New York Child Performer Work Permit and Trust Account required (or be eligible to obtain one).
• Must be comfortable with a 1940s haircut.
• No braces.
• No wool allergies.
• Must be comfortable working around smoke effects.
• Submit current clear photos, including full-length and side-view images.

Compensation

• $270 for an 8-hour day.
• Tutoring available on set if working more than three days.

Job Description

A featured background acting opportunity is available for the TV series Chicago Fire. Production is seeking men to portray high-ranking firefighter white shirts in a featured, non-speaking role. Selected talent must attend a wardrobe fitting before filming and should be local to Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, or nearby border states to Illinois.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a high-ranking firefighter in featured background scenes.
• Attend a required wardrobe fitting before filming.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Maintain the required professional appearance throughout production.

Requirements

• Male talent, ages 40s to early 60s.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Bigger build with a fit appearance.
• Must be local to Chicago, surrounding suburbs, or bordering states to Illinois.
• Submit a recent color photo showing your current hairstyle and facial hair (if applicable).
• Include height, weight, age, phone number, city, state, and clothing sizes with your submission.

Compensation

• $165 for up to 8 hours.
• Time-and-a-half pay after 8 hours.
• $40 for a wardrobe fitting (up to 2 hours).

Job Description

A Netflix series is seeking new background actors to portray junior high school students for scenes filming in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This paid background acting opportunity is open to clean-cut performers ages 12–14 of all ethnicities. Applicants must be available for a full filming day and have reliable transportation to the Atlanta metro area, as travel and lodging will not be provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a junior high school student in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team while on set.
• Remain available for the entire filming day.
• Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.
• Parents or guardians must remain on set with minors at all times.

Requirements

• Ages 12–14.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Clean-cut, upscale private school appearance.
• Must be a new face who has not worked on Free Bert this season.
• Must have a valid GDOL number.
• Must have reliable transportation to the Atlanta area.
• Parent or guardian must be present throughout filming.
• Submit recent close-up and full-body photos without hats, sunglasses, filters, or other people.

Compensation

• $150 for a guaranteed 12-hour day.
• Overtime pay if applicable.