Casting By Kyle

Grave Dolls – Senior Thesis Film Casting Call

Job Description
Grave Dolls is a senior thesis psychological horror/drama film written and directed by Chris Sharp. The story follows a troubled teenage girl who, while confined inside a coffin, confronts her darkest traumas, navigating themes of abuse, addiction, and survival through fragmented memories and unsettling visions.
Filming takes place in Warwick, NY and Goshen, NY on March 14 and March 15.

Requirements

• Dad (40s) – Day Player
  A man dulled by years of drinking. Glassy-eyed with slow movements, carrying himself like someone worn down beyond repair.
• Mom (30s) – Day Player
  Fragile and emotionally hollow. Moves with exhaustion and muscle memory, her stillness and unfocused gaze revealing grief and addiction beneath the surface.
• Must be available for filming on March 14 and/or March 15
• Must be able to work in Warwick, NY or Goshen, NY
• Acting experience preferred but not specified as required

Compensation

• Paid

Half the Horse Casting Call: Two Actresses

Job Description
A narrative video art project is casting two actresses for lead roles in a story centered on two partners who share a horse—until the horse lands an office job and their reality starts to shift. Auditions will be held online, with in-person callbacks in Manhattan. All dialogue is in English, and performers should be comfortable carrying emotionally grounded scenes with subtle comedy and surreal storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in a narrative video art production with scripted English dialogue

• Collaborate with the director to bring nuanced, character-driven moments to life

• Participate in online auditions and attend in-person callbacks in Manhattan if selected

• Maintain professionalism, preparation, and consistency across rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Role 1: Chinese female, age 24 (all dialogue in English)

• Role 2: Chinese/East Asian female, age 35+ (all dialogue in English)

• Strong acting ability with natural delivery and emotional range

• Comfortable working in a surreal, narrative-driven video art style

• Must be able to attend Manhattan callbacks if requested

Compensation

• Paid (details provided upon selection)

After School Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A short film is now casting SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent for lead and supporting roles. This character-driven story follows a sensitive young boy navigating “feminine” interests while facing rigid expectations around masculinity. Casting is open to all ethnicities, with roles for child actors and adult performers. Filming will take place in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a short film production, including emotional and dialogue-driven moments

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with cast for natural, authentic performances

• Maintain professionalism on set, including punctuality, focus, and continuity between takes

• For select adult roles, participate in intimacy scenes with appropriate coordination and consent practices

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

• Lead Child Role: Male, ages 4–8 (bright, bubbly, expressive; no prior acting experience required)

• Lead Child Role: Female, ages 4–8 (energetic, self-aware, playful; no prior acting experience required)

• Lead Adult Role: Male, 30s–40s (blue-collar/construction-worker type; includes male/male intimacy)

• Supporting Adult Role: Male, ages 25–40 (masculine, intense; includes male/male intimacy)

• Supporting Adult Role: Female, ages 22–30 (warm, fun, playful teacher energy; comedic timing a plus)

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian per production rules and child performer requirements

Compensation

• $125/day