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Job Description
Valencia College Film Production students are casting actors for several upcoming final summer film productions. These non-union student films offer performers the opportunity to gain on-screen experience while collaborating with emerging filmmakers on a variety of dramatic projects.
Multiple productions are casting lead, supporting, and character roles across different genres and storylines. Filming is scheduled to take place throughout the summer in the Orlando area.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray assigned characters in student film productions.
- Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming dates as required.
- Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members.
- Follow production schedules and creative direction.
- Deliver authentic and engaging performances suited to each project.
Requirements
Project 1 Roles
Dan
- Male, late 40s.
- Ethnicity open.
- Retired military father struggling to reconnect with his family.
Debbie
- Female, late 40s.
- Ethnicity open.
- Perfection-driven mother struggling to emotionally connect with her son.
Evan
- Male, ages 17–18.
- Ethnicity open.
- Quiet teenager dealing with depression and anxiety.
Dr. Desai
- Any gender, 40s–50s.
- Dedicated medical professional with a direct demeanor.
Project 2 Roles
Agnes
- Female, age 16.
- Hispanic.
- Strong dramatic acting skills required.
David
- Male, 40s–50s.
- Hispanic.
- Working-class father figure with emotional depth.
Mother
- Female, 30s–40s.
- Hispanic.
- Warm and resilient parent character.
Nunu
- Female, 60s.
- Hispanic.
- Energetic and expressive grandmother role.
Mara
- Female, late 30s.
- Hispanic.
- Character shaped by hardship and life experience.
Police Officer
- Male, 40s–50s.
- Latino.
- Authority figure role.
Project 3 Roles
Eugenia
- Female, approximately 60 years old.
- Hispanic.
- Spanish-speaking role.
The Translator
- Male, mid-20s.
- Hispanic.
- Spanish-speaking role.
The Doctor
- Male, 45–60 years old.
- Professional medical role.
The Mother
- Female, approximately 70 years old.
- Hispanic.
- Spanish-speaking role.
Project 4 Roles
Mike
- Male, approximately 20 years old.
- Character drawn toward danger despite wanting a better life.
Nikol
- Female, 20s–30s.
- Protective and ambitious character.
Anna
- Female, 20s–30s.
- Strong-willed and determined personality.
Project 5 Roles
Amara
- Female, late teens.
- Ethnicity open.
- Former track athlete recovering from cancer.
Lynn
- Female, 30s.
- Ethnicity open.
- Devoted mother role.
Chris
- Male, 40s.
- Ethnicity open.
- Complex antagonist role.
Nurse
- Female, 40s.
- Caring and supportive character.
Dr. Haines
- Male, 30s.
- Professional medical role with minimal dialogue.
Compensation Details
- Non-paid opportunity.
- Non-union student film productions.
- Valuable experience working with Valencia College filmmakers.