$10,000 Newspaper Campaign Casting Call in Sydney, Australia

Sydney Telco Commercial Casting – Women 70–80 & Siblings 6–12

Job Description
A Sydney-based telecommunications commercial is casting warm, relatable on-camera talent for an upcoming campaign. Roles are open for women ages 70–80 and siblings ages 6–12 who can deliver natural, authentic moments on camera. This paid commercial casting opportunity is ideal for families and older talent with expressive faces and comfortable, confident screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform naturally on camera for a telecom commercial campaign

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain energy and focus through multiple takes

• Participate in a scheduled shoot day and any required on-set prep

Requirements

• Women ages 70–80

• Siblings ages 6–12 (real siblings preferred)

• Must be able to work in Sydney as local hire

• Comfortable on camera and able to take direction

• Parent/guardian must be available to accompany minors

Compensation

• Adult talent: $8,000 AUD

• Child talent: $2,500 AUD

Job Description
An independent student short film titled “Talkback” is seeking talent for a suspenseful, darkly comedic story set around a late-night radio show and a traffic light that never turns green. This Sydney-area casting opportunity is ideal for actors who enjoy character-driven material and psychological tension. Roles are open to any gender, and one role is voice only.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with strong emotional control and clear character choices

• Take direction from the student production team and remain collaborative on set

• Be available for two night shoots and work efficiently within a small crew environment

• For voice talent: deliver expressive voice performance with strong tone and pacing

Requirements

• Roles open to any gender

• Must be able to work in/near Turramurra, Sydney

• Available for two night shoots (late January / early February; exact dates TBC)

• Roles:

  • Wally (20s): “business casual” type, exhausted and just trying to get home

  • Radio Host (30+): chaotic, unsettling presence — voice only

• Headshot, showreel, and CV recommended

Compensation

• Unpaid (student production)

• Catering provided

• Reels/footage provided for participants

Adult Filipino Talent for Confidential Ad Campaign

Job Description
A paid commercial advertisement campaign is casting adult Filipino talent for a confidential project. No prior acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for first-time talent and experienced performers alike. Production is looking for authentic, relatable individuals who can appear on camera and follow simple direction in a professional setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as on-camera talent in a confidential ad campaign

• Follow direction from the production team for natural actions and reactions

• Maintain a professional, camera-ready presence on set

• Provide a short on-camera or written introduction as requested

Requirements

• Adult Filipino talent

• No acting experience required

• Comfortable being photographed/filmed for an advertisement

• Able to provide a recent photo and a brief introduction for consideration

• Reliable, punctual, and professional

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate provided if selected)

Job Description

A Melbourne-based short film psychological thriller titled “Dolor” is casting multiple roles for an upcoming production. The story follows a young homeless man living with schizophrenia as his reality fractures—leading him on a desperate search for his only friend and toward a violent confrontation and an unexpected path to stability. Performers should be comfortable with emotionally charged, character-driven material.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with strong emotional range and grounded realism.

• Collaborate with the director and production team to develop character beats and relationships.

• Take direction, adjust performance for continuity, and repeat actions across multiple takes.

• Portray sensitive themes with professionalism and care.

• Arrive prepared with requested materials and remain punctual and production-ready.

Requirements

• Must be based in/able to work in Melbourne.

• Must match one of the character breakdowns below (or be close enough for consideration).

• Strong acting ability and comfort performing dramatic, psychological-thriller content.

• Submit headshot, showreel, and résumé via email.

Roles Needed

JOY (Female, 40+)

• Height: 5’0”–5’9”

• Ethnicity: Open

• Character: A homeless woman who is close with Andre like a second mother; street-smart, warm, and exuberant, but struggling.

HOPE (Female, 21+)

• Height: 5’0”–5’9”

• Ethnicity: Open

• Character: A receptionist at a homeless shelter; follows protocol—until one exception sparks consequences.

TANYA (Female, 50+)

• Height: 5’0”–5’9”

• Ethnicity: White/Caucasian

• Character: Andre’s mother; strained relationship, shaped by shared schizophrenia and grief; coping through medication and alcohol.

RAYMOND (Male, 40+)

• Height: 5’10”+

• Ethnicity: Open

• Character: An optimistic soul who experiences the world vividly; the key detail is that he is blind.

Compensation Details

• Catering provided

• Travel expenses covered

• IMDb credit provided

Job Description

A darkly comic short film is casting its lead role for Loser, a character-driven story about a 30-year-old gamer living with his grandmother. The film explores themes of futility, routine, and the cycles we fall into. This project is intended for festival submissions—including Sydney Film Festival, Sundance, Tribeca, and SXSW—as well as online release. Cast will receive completed footage for their showreels.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a complex, emotionally layered character with subtle internalized acting

• Deliver a performance grounded in psychological depth and realism

• Collaborate with a committed creative team to bring a dramatic, cinematic story to life

• Participate in all required filming days (2–3 days total)

• Engage in physical storytelling, especially in quiet or solitary character moments

Role Details

GRANDSON

• Gender: Male

• Playing Age: 25–38

• Location: Sydney preferred

Character Description:
A man in his 30s—disheveled, unmotivated, and unhealthy—who spends his life gaming in his grandmother’s basement. His days are long, repetitive, and isolated, filled with gaming sessions, small rituals, and an avoidance of the outside world.

Key Traits:

• Strong emotional subtlety and internalized performance ability

• Comfortable with physical storytelling

• Ideal for actors seeking a role with psychological depth and rich subtext

Compensation

• Unpaid

• Actors will receive complete showreel material

• Festival exposure opportunity

Job Description

A fantasy/horror short film is now casting for the lead role in an upcoming Tropfest project. The story follows a young woman who, after receiving an ultimatum from the only family she has left, is forced into a nightmarish journey through her own subconscious as she confronts long-buried guilt and emotional trauma. This is an opportunity for an actor capable of delivering layered, nuanced performances and portraying intense internal conflict.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the emotional and psychological depth of the protagonist

• Deliver a performance that shifts between subtle restraint and moments of raw vulnerability

• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring a complex character to life

• Participate in all required rehearsals and filming days

• Follow direction and remain adaptable in a genre-blended fantasy/horror environment

Role Details

Rosario — Protagonist

• Age: Early to mid-20s

• Gender: Female

• Physical: Hispanic/Latina background preferred

• Character Description:
  Rosario is a layered contradiction — observant yet guarded, accommodating yet analytical. Although she reveals little verbally, her face and body betray the emotions she hides. Years of suppressing guilt have made concealment second nature, but when the ultimatum arrives from the last family member she has left, her practiced composure fractures. What emerges is everything she’s spent years avoiding.

Requirements

• Strong acting ability, especially in emotional and psychological storytelling

• Comfortable performing in fantasy/horror settings

• Ability to portray subtle expressions as well as intense emotional beats

• Must submit the required application materials

Compensation

• Unpaid, but catering provided during shoot days

Job Description
A global commercial campaign is seeking real, everyday professionals to appear in a series of lifestyle and marketing visuals. The project is looking for confident, personality-driven talent who can naturally represent diverse professional roles on camera. This opportunity is ideal for individuals who bring authenticity, warmth, and modern professionalism to their performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray relatable professionals in lifestyle and workplace scenarios

• Follow direction for posing, movement, and natural expressions

• Deliver confidence and personality on camera

• Participate in still photo and digital content capture

• Maintain a polished, professional appearance

Requirements

• Men, women, and gender-diverse talent

• Ages 30–60

• All ethnicities

• Strong personality and confidence on camera

• Comfortable appearing in marketing and commercial content

Compensation

• Rate: $1200

First Nations Kids for Health Campaign

Job Description
An upcoming health campaign is seeking First Nations children to participate in a warm, uplifting project centered on community, wellness, and representation. Young talent will take part in a child-friendly photoshoot designed to celebrate culture and promote positive health messaging. This is a great opportunity for local families looking to introduce their children to on-set experience in a safe, supportive environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a child-friendly photoshoot for a health campaign

• Follow simple direction from the creative team

• Bring natural personality, energy, and comfort to camera

• Engage in a positive and supportive production environment

Requirements

• First Nations children

• Ages 3–5

• Must be based in Sydney

• Comfortable being photographed

Compensation

• $600 AUD talent fee

Men with South African Accents for ABC Drama

Job Description
A television drama is casting men with authentic South African accents for a small but paid role. No acting experience is required—just the ability to deliver a genuine accent and follow simple direction on set. This is a great opportunity for locals to step into a professional production environment and contribute authenticity to the storyline.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a small role for an ABC drama

• Deliver lines or actions with a natural South African accent

• Follow direction from the production team

• Work collaboratively and professionally on set

Requirements

• Male performers

• Ages 30–60

• Must have an authentic South African accent

• Must be Melbourne-based

• No acting experience required

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

Casting Older Woman for Short Film Project

Job Description
A powerful short film is seeking an older woman to take on a meaningful, story-driven role. This project focuses on emotional depth, authenticity, and real human experience. Acting experience is not required — the production is looking for someone with natural presence and the ability to connect with the camera in a genuine, heartfelt way.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scripted scenes for a narrative short film

• Take simple direction from the production team

• Bring natural expression and authenticity to emotionally driven moments

• Work cooperatively with cast and crew in a supportive on-set environment

Requirements

• Woman, ages 70–85

• Lebanese-Australian background

• Comfortable being filmed

• No acting experience required

• Must be available for a December shoot in Sydney

Compensation

• Paid role

Casting Identical Twins for TV Commercial

Job Description
A major banking and finance commercial is seeking identical twins for an exciting on-camera opportunity. This project aims to feature real twins in polished, high-quality commercial scenes. Talent will participate in a professional shoot with simple direction and natural performance moments. No acting experience is required — authenticity is the priority.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as part of a commercial concept featuring twins

• Follow guidance from the production team for simple movements and reactions

• Work collaboratively with the crew to achieve clean, cohesive shots

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the shoot day

Requirements

• Identical twins

• Adults ages 17–75

• Must be based in Victoria (or able to travel there if one twin lives elsewhere)

• Open to all ethnicities and genders

• No acting experience needed

Compensation

• $3,000–$5,000 per twin depending on the role

Postal Service Campaign – Male Talent (30–40)

Job Description
A postal service campaign is seeking a male talent based in Ballarat, Victoria, or the surrounding areas for a featured role in an upcoming commercial project. This campaign aims to highlight authentic, everyday individuals who represent the heart of regional communities. The selected talent will participate in a one-day shoot between the listed dates.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed scenes portraying a relatable community member

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain a natural, grounded presence on camera

• Arrive prepared and available for the scheduled shoot day

Requirements

• Male, ages 30–40

• Located in Ballarat, VIC or nearby regional areas

• Comfortable on camera and able to portray authentic, everyday character moments

Compensation

• $2,000–$3,500 AUD, depending on usage buyout