Casting By Kyle

Male Actor for Short Film Role

Job Description
An independent short film is casting a male actor for a lead role in an upcoming production filming in New York City. The story centers around Arlo, a thoughtful and quietly charismatic character navigating life with curiosity and ambition. The project explores youthful energy, personal growth, and the pursuit of what comes next, offering actors the opportunity to bring a layered and emotionally grounded character to life on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Arlo in a narrative short film

• Deliver natural and emotionally engaging performances on camera

• Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals and filming

• Participate in scenes that support the film’s character-driven storyline

Requirements

• Male actor in his mid to late 20s

• Strong on-camera presence and expressive acting ability

• Comfortable performing in a dramatic independent film project

• Available to film in New York City

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Actresses for Independent Thriller Film

Job Description
An independent psychological thriller film is casting actresses for two lead roles in an upcoming production filming in Manhattan, New York. The project explores intense emotional relationships, fear, and psychological tension through a dark, character-driven story. Casting directors are seeking performers who can deliver layered performances and portray complex young women navigating emotional conflict and personal struggles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a psychological thriller film

• Deliver emotionally driven performances that support the film’s suspenseful story

• Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals and filming

• Participate in scheduled scenes during the production dates

• Maintain professionalism and strong on-camera presence throughout filming

Requirements

• Female actors ages 19–24

• Strong acting ability with emotional depth

• Comfortable performing in a mature psychological thriller storyline

• Ability to portray complex characters with internal conflict and vulnerability

• Must be able to work in Manhattan, New York

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity in an independent film

• Lead roles in a psychological thriller production

• Filming scheduled over two production days

• Opportunity to gain professional film credits and on-set experience

Male Actor to Portray Father (Henry)

Job Description
An NYU thesis short film titled Lamb of God is casting a male actor to portray Henry, a complex father figure at the center of a dramatic coming-of-age story. The film follows an 11-year-old boy faced with a difficult moral decision after being asked by his father to slaughter a lamb for Easter dinner. The role of Henry requires an actor who can portray a rugged, disciplined man shaped by tradition while revealing emotional depth beneath a strict exterior.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character Henry in emotionally driven dramatic scenes

• Deliver a grounded performance reflecting a strict but conflicted father figure

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring the story’s themes to life

• Participate in rehearsals and filming for key narrative scenes

• Maintain professionalism and focus throughout the production schedule

Requirements

• Male actor ages 35–47

• Strong dramatic acting ability and expressive on-camera presence

• Comfortable portraying a rugged, authoritative character with emotional depth

• Ability to take direction and collaborate with a student film production team

• Must be available to film in upstate New York

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

• Experience working on a narrative short film project

• Opportunity to collaborate with emerging filmmakers