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Job Description
The upcoming paid short film “Cold Motion” is casting actors for three male roles in a modern-day Texas story about two ranch hands whose attempt to steal cattle goes horribly wrong. The production is seeking talent who can bring an authentic, grounded quality to characters shaped by ranch life, cattle work, and small-town Texas. Casting is taking place in New York, with filming scheduled in Austin, Texas.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray one of the featured characters in the short film.
- Perform story-driven scenes involving ranch and cattle life.
- Bring an authentic and grounded presence to the assigned character.
- Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.
Requirements
- Javi Olmo: Male, ages 30–40, all ethnicities. Experienced ranch hand who has worked various odd jobs involving cattle.
- Teddy Coy: Male, ages 18–25, all ethnicities. Ranch hand with experience working odd jobs involving cattle who lives in a small town outside Austin.
- Cattle Buyer: Male, ages 40–60, all ethnicities. Ranch owner who operates a ranch outside Austin.
- Must be available to work in Austin, Texas.
- Applicants from outside Texas may apply.
Compensation
- Paid opportunity.
- Travel arrangements provided for talent traveling from outside Texas.
Job Description
Red Door Productions is casting actors for an off-off Broadway production of The Children’s Hour by Lillian Hellman. Set in 1934, this powerful play explores themes of rumor, reputation, and the societal pressures placed on women. The production will take place in New York’s West Village and offers actors the opportunity to perform in a thought-provoking and emotionally rich stage production.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform in a live stage production of The Children’s Hour
- Attend rehearsals and collaborate with the director and cast
- Deliver strong, emotionally driven performances
- Participate in self-tape auditions and callbacks if selected
- Maintain professionalism throughout the rehearsal and performance process
Requirements
- Open to actors of all ethnicities
- Must be able to perform with a Northeastern American accent
- Strong acting ability and stage presence
- Must be available for rehearsals and performances in New York
- Ability to prepare and submit a 1–2 minute contemporary monologue
Roles
Mary Tilford
- Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
- Manipulative, clever, and emotionally complex
Doctor Joseph Cardin
- Male, ages 28–35
- Warm, charming, and grounded
Mrs. Lily Mortar
- Female, ages 45–65
- Theatrical, self-absorbed, and expressive
Rosalie Wells
- Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
- Nervous but morally conflicted
Peggy Rogers
- Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
- Hardworking and vulnerable
Evelyn Munn
- Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
- Timid and eager to please
Agatha
- Female, ages 40–60
- Strong-willed and observant
Catherine / Lois Fisher / Janet / Leslie
- Female, plays age 12–14 (casting 18+)
- Various student roles with distinct personalities
Grocery Boy
- Male, plays teen (casting 18+)
- Awkward and curious
Compensation
- Unpaid
- Actors will receive performance credit and materials (photos/video if applicable)
