Violette Trotter Casting

Teen Male Actor for Lead Role in Play Reading

Job Description
A play reading directed by a high-profile creative is casting a lead male actor for a coming-of-age story in New York. This role centers on a complex teenage character navigating identity, family, and self-discovery. The production is seeking a dynamic performer who can bring emotional depth, intelligence, and authenticity to a powerful stage performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character in a live play reading

• Deliver emotionally nuanced and engaging performance

• Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals

• Bring authenticity and depth to a coming-of-age story

Requirements

• Male, age 18+ to portray a teenager (around 15)

• Open to Italian, Latino, Middle Eastern, or Jewish backgrounds

• Strong acting ability with expressive and natural presence

• Stage acting experience is a plus but not required

• Must be able to work in New York

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate based on production)

• Lead role in a professionally directed play reading

• Opportunity for exposure and industry connections

Short Film Acting Roles

Job Description
A SAG short film crime thriller is casting lead, supporting, and day player roles for an upcoming narrative production. This project centers on high-stakes choices, quiet tension, and emotionally driven performances set in New York. Actors with strong screen presence, subtle emotional control, and grounded realism are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a narrative short film

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast

• Deliver emotionally grounded, character-driven performances

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Open to actors of all ethnicities and genders (role-specific details below)

• Strong on-camera presence and ability to convey nonverbal emotion

• Comfortable working in a dramatic crime-thriller tone

• SAG actors encouraged to apply

Available Roles

• Ang (Lead): Male, ages 25–35. Quiet confidence, sharp presence, emotionally expressive without dialogue. Masculine but not overly rugged.

• Johnny (Supporting): Male, ages 30–40. Warm, approachable, trustworthy demeanor. Feels familiar and grounded.

• Naomi (Supporting): Female, ages 18–25. Unconventionally attractive, effortless style, modern and detached energy.

• Dan / Danielle (Supporting): Any gender, ages 35–45. Older sibling type, emotionally worn, shaped by past trauma.

• Antagonist (Supporting): Male, ages 25–45. Opportunistic, dangerous, calculating presence.

• Old Man (Supporting): Male, 55+. Kind, composed, well-dressed, respected and emotionally steady.

• Bodega Customer (Day Player): Any age, any gender. Everyday presence in a neighborhood setting.

• Poker Patron (Day Player): Male, 40+. Poker player reacting to a major win.

Compensation

• $249 per day

• SAG short film rate

• Film festival and future distribution usage

Real Queer Friend Groups for Commercial Campaign

Job Description
A commercial campaign is seeking real queer friend groups to appear in an on-camera project centered around authentic connection and shared experiences. This paid opportunity is designed for genuine friend groups who naturally spend time together and feel comfortable being themselves on camera. The production is focused on capturing real moments, energy, and chemistry rather than scripted performances.

This role is ideal for close-knit groups who enjoy social settings and want to be featured together in a professionally produced commercial.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as a real friend group
• Interact naturally in a social, lifestyle-style setting
• Participate in unscripted moments guided by the production team
• Bring authentic energy and real chemistry on camera

Requirements

• Real queer friend groups
• Based in San Francisco
• Comfortable being filmed together on camera
• Available to participate as a group
• Authentic friendships required (no casting of individuals into groups)

Compensation

• Paid on-camera commercial role
• Professional commercial production experience
• Compensation provided for group participation