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Actors for Short Film “Below Surface”

Job Description

An independent short film is casting multiple speaking and featured roles for a dramatic narrative project filming in the Chicagoland area. This non-union production is seeking talented actors who can bring emotional depth, authenticity, and complexity to a story centered on relationships, personal struggles, and transformative life experiences. Opportunities are available for both lead and featured performers across a variety of age ranges.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform scripted scenes in an independent short film
  • Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members
  • Attend rehearsals, auditions, callbacks, and filming dates as scheduled
  • Bring emotional authenticity and character depth to performances
  • Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Open to non-union actors
  • Strong acting and storytelling abilities
  • Comfortable performing emotionally driven material
  • Must be available for rehearsals and filming in the Chicagoland area
  • Professional headshot or recent photo required
  • Ability to take direction and work collaboratively

Roles

  • Jane Madeleine – Female, ages 20–38. A successful lawyer with a savior complex, driven by ambition and perfectionism while struggling with deep emotional challenges.
  • Officer Barlow – Male, ages 30–55. A compassionate homicide detective known for his patience, empathy, and determination to uncover the truth.
  • Emerson – White Female, ages 20–35. Charismatic and affectionate, yet carrying unresolved frustrations beneath her outward charm. Role includes a kissing scene and wardrobe consistent with swimwear or undergarments on a closed set.
  • Lillian – Female, ages 5–20. A pivotal character connected to an important case, requiring strong nonverbal emotional expression.
  • Young Janie – Female, ages 5–20. A thoughtful and observant child featured in a significant flashback sequence. No dialogue.
  • Young Emerson – Female, ages 5–20. A bright and outgoing child appearing in a featured flashback role. No dialogue.
  • Party Guest / Other Woman – Female, ages 18–35. Appears in a pivotal flashback sequence and includes brief on-screen intimacy (kissing).

Compensation

  • Copy, credit, and meals provided
  • Lead and featured role opportunities
  • Professional independent film experience
  • Valuable footage for actor reels
  • Collaboration with an emerging filmmaking team

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