Ross Shenker

Victorios Black – Supporting Role for Short Film

Job Description
The short film Incinerator is seeking a Black male actor in his mid to late 20s to portray Victorios Black, a strong supporting character in this intense courtroom drama. Victorios is a layered role—a gangster and a victim—whose emotional journey unfolds through powerful confrontations and gripping testimony. This project explores themes of justice, morality, and personal transformation in a heightened urban thriller setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Victorios Black in emotionally charged scenes

• Deliver authentic dramatic performance in courtroom sequences

• Convey vulnerability, strength, and inner conflict

• Follow direction and collaborate with cast and crew

• Commit to scheduled production dates

Requirements

• Black male, mid to late 20s

• Strong dramatic presence

• Ability to portray intensity, vulnerability, and emotional depth

• Comfortable performing cross-examination courtroom scenes

• Must be a New York local hire

Compensation

• $249–$100+ per day (SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget scale)

• Paid supporting role

• Professional short film credit

Absalom Grail – Lead Role for Short Film

Job Description
An upcoming short film titled Incinerator is casting a Black male actor in his late teens to early 20s to portray Absalom Grail, the lead role in this powerful courtroom thriller. This character-driven story blends urban crime drama with philosophical depth, following a Harvard philosophy student navigating grief, justice, and revenge after a family tragedy. Filming will take place in New York, NY and Jersey City, NJ. All roles are paid, and talent must be New York local hires.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Absalom Grail, a complex and intellectually driven lead character

• Deliver emotionally intense courtroom and dramatic scenes

• Perform dense philosophical monologues with clarity and conviction

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast

• Commit to scheduled rehearsal and filming dates

Requirements

• Black male, late teens to early 20s

• Strong dramatic acting skills

• Ability to handle heavy dialogue and layered emotional material

• Intelligent, grounded, and expressive on camera

• Must be a New York local hire

Compensation

• $249–$100+ per day (SAG-AFTRA Ultra Low Budget scale)

• Paid lead role in short film

• Professional film credit