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Supporting Role Casting – Short Film “Wings”

Job Description
The short film Wings is casting supporting actors for a powerful, supernatural drama exploring healing, redemption, and the human condition. This SAG-AFTRA production delves into the ripple effect of a mysterious healer’s presence in a troubled city, following the impact of his supernatural gift on those society has forgotten. These supporting roles offer the chance to bring raw, emotionally charged characters to life with depth and realism in a transformative cinematic narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted supporting roles that enhance the emotional landscape of the story

• Deliver expressive performances, both verbal and nonverbal, to reflect healing, suffering, and inner change

• Collaborate closely with the director and lead cast members

• Be present for rehearsals and scheduled shooting days

Requirements

• Open to a range of ethnicities, strong screen presence essential

• Must be SAG-AFTRA or SAG-AFTRA eligible

• Ability to convey emotion through expression, movement, and tone

• Demo reel or performance clips encouraged

Supporting Roles

• Woman #1: Transformed by healing, she radiates new energy, health, and inner peace. Must convey vitality and grace through movement and expression.

• Woman #2: Shows signs of long-term substance abuse—gaunt, jittery, and emotionally hollow. Must portray vulnerability and deep sadness authentically.

• Man #1: Physically renewed, his posture and demeanor reflect restored strength. Role relies heavily on presence and subtle expression.

• Man #2: Angry and broken, driven by addiction. Delivers a confrontational scene with raw emotion and intensity.

Compensation

• Paid at SAG-AFTRA scale based on short film contract

• Full union-compliant working environment

• Opportunity to contribute to a powerful, character-focused story

Casting Background Extras – “Grimy Persons” for Short Film “Wings”

Job Description
The supernatural short film Wings is casting background extras to portray gritty, street-level characters living on society’s edge. Set in a raw urban environment touched by mystical forces, this story centers on a mysterious healer and the lives he affects. Background performers will help bring authenticity and depth to the world of the film, populating scenes with emotionally charged presence and visual realism.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray homeless individuals, addicts, and drifters in atmospheric background scenes

• Embody physical and emotional expressions that support the film’s tone

• Collaborate with the on-set team to fulfill creative direction and continuity

• Participate in scheduled filming days and costume fittings if needed

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and genders

• Must be comfortable portraying rugged, distressed appearances

• Strong physical characterization and facial expressiveness required

• Must be reliable and punctual for production days

Grimy Persons (6 total)

• Roles include portraying drug addicts, homeless individuals, and drunks

• Must be able to convey fatigue, confusion, despair, or emotional disconnect through body language and subtle gestures

• These non-speaking parts require strong presence and a willingness to appear unkempt for realism

Compensation

• Paid at SAG-AFTRA background performer rates

• Union-compliant work environment

• Opportunity to gain set experience on a powerful, narrative-driven short film

Lead Role Casting – Short Film “Wings”

Job Description
The upcoming SAG-AFTRA short film Wings is seeking talented lead actors for a gripping, supernatural drama. The film follows a hardened detective whose reality is shattered after a fateful encounter with a mystical faith healer. As the line between logic and the unknown begins to blur, both characters are propelled into a journey of transformation, challenging the very fabric of their identities. This is a unique opportunity to portray deeply complex characters in a story that blends gritty realism with spiritual mystery.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally rich, psychologically complex characters in a narrative-driven short film

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming

• Collaborate with the director to bring layered character arcs to life

• Convey subtle internal shifts and intense external conflict through performance

Requirements

• Must be SAG-AFTRA or eligible

• Must demonstrate strong dramatic range and on-screen presence

• Ability to portray emotional depth, tension, and transformation

• Professional demeanor on set and during production

Lead Roles

• Detective Harlow: Male, 30–50, African-American. A veteran detective hardened by the streets and disillusioned with the justice system. Intelligent, skeptical, and deeply conflicted. Must capture both a tough exterior and the flickering hope of redemption.

• Sorel: Male, 20–50, Middle-Eastern or Caucasian. A cryptic and ethereal man with supernatural healing powers. Though unkempt in appearance, he radiates peace and confidence. Needs to embody mystery, warmth, and emotional stillness with a subtle spiritual intensity.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA scale pay based on budget and role type

• Full union benefits under SAG-AFTRA short film contract

• Opportunities for exposure and performance showcase