The Shoe Lady Productions

Police Officer and Detective Background Casting Call

Job Description
A Detroit-area production is now casting background actors to portray police detectives and police officers in upcoming scenes filming in Southfield, Michigan. Casting directors are seeking reliable talent with professional appearances who can help bring authenticity to law enforcement scenes in the production. This is a great opportunity for local background actors looking to gain on-set experience in an independent film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray police detectives or police officers in background scenes
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain a professional and realistic law enforcement appearance
• Participate in filming in Southfield, Michigan
• Arrive prepared and on time for production call times

Requirements

• Men and women interested in background acting roles
• Professional appearance preferred
• Comfortable portraying law enforcement personnel on camera
• Must be available to work in Southfield, MI
• Reliable transportation and punctuality required
• Positive attitude and ability to work with cast and crew

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity
• Gain experience working on an independent film production
• Opportunity to build on-camera credits and networking connections

Heart of a Woman – Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description
A new dramatic feature film is seeking talented actors for multiple roles in Heart of a Woman, a story that dives deep into family, resilience, and emotional healing. The film follows Naomi Harris, a professional woman battling inner fractures while navigating love, neglect, and self-discovery.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring complex, emotionally layered characters to life.

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to deliver authentic performances.

• Participate in rehearsals and filming schedules as required.

• Portray vulnerability, strength, and nuanced emotional journeys.

Requirements

• Naomi Harris: African American woman, mid-30s. Strong yet emotionally fractured, a Director of Nursing who balances professionalism with deep vulnerability.

• Marcus Harris: Male, late 30s. Naomi’s husband, a charming yet manipulative Special Victims Detective.

• Young Naomi: Female, 10–12 years old. Innocent, imaginative, yearning for safety and love.

• Naomi’s Mother: Female, late 30s to early 40s. Complex, emotionally neglectful figure.

• Dr. Elijah Moore: Male, 40s. A respected psychiatrist central to Naomi’s mental journey.

• Det. Damon Banks: Male, 30s. Marcus’s police partner, pragmatic and grounded.

• Nurse Tanya: Female, 30s. Warm-hearted, outspoken, and protective of Naomi.

• Nurse Jade: Female, 20s. Ambitious, confident—everything Naomi suppresses in herself.

Compensation

• Paid roles, rates to be discussed with selected actors.

• Professional film credit and on-set experience with a dramatic feature production.