Unhoused Film

Job Description

A production team is casting a female performer for a paid non-union experimental short film shooting in Calgary, Alberta. The film explores themes of memory, identity, and the shifting meaning of home through minimal and expressive visual storytelling set within natural winter landscapes.

This non-traditional performance role emphasizes emotional presence, stillness, and subtle expression rather than dialogue-heavy acting. Talent of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform expressive, emotionally driven actions on camera
• Collaborate with the director during experimental visual sequences
• Participate in outdoor filming within winter environments
• Convey emotion and atmosphere through movement and presence
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Female performer, ages 20–35
• Open to all experience levels
• Comfortable working in natural outdoor winter settings
• Ability to convey subtle emotional expression on camera
• Applicants should submit:
  • Name, age, and height
  • Recent photos (phone photos accepted, preferably without makeup)
  • Brief introduction
  • Resume or previous experience if available
  • Optional demo reel or sample work
  • Contact information

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity
• Non-union production