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$150/Day Casting Short Film (Male & Female, 24-40) Paid

Casting Call: Short Film (Male & Female, 24-40) – Paid

Job Details:

  • Project Title: Untitled Short Film
  • Produced by: Southern Adventist University
  • Shoot Dates: November 2-5, 2023 (Number of shoot dates will be provided per talent)
  • Shoot Location: Chattanooga, TN
  • Audition: Self-tape Audition

Job Responsibilities:

TRISTAN

  • Portray the character Tristan, a 25 to 40-year-old male of any ethnicity.
  • Convey a physical presence indicative of hard, manual labor juxtaposed with a white-collar demeanor.
  • Embody a quiet, contemplative nature, especially in confrontational situations.
  • Express Tristan’s deep love for his wife Laiose and his struggle to come to terms with her infidelity.

LAIOSE

  • Portray the character Laiose, a 25 to 40-year-old female of any ethnicity.
  • Evoke a youthful spirit on the surface, while subtly conveying inner turmoil and weariness.
  • Depict the complexity of torn emotions between her past with Tristan and her new connection with Shay.
  • Communicate Laiose’s love for Tristan, amidst the challenges of their relationship’s distant nature and her own feelings of guilt.

SHAY

  • Portray the character Shay, a confident 24 to 33-year-old male of any ethnicity.
  • Exude confidence bordering on arrogance, unapologetic about his role as “the other man”.
  • Display a protective streak towards Laiose, while maintaining an assertive nature, especially when his relationship with her is questioned.
  • Demonstrate genuine care for Laiose, combined with a lack of respect for Tristan.

Requirements:

  • All applicants must be between 24 and 40 years old.
  • Open to actors of any ethnicity.
  • Must be available for shoot dates between November 2-5, 2023.
  • Self-tape auditions are required.

Compensation:

  • Payment of $150.00 per shoot day.

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Forgive & Forget is an emotional family drama exploring childhood trauma, generational healing, Alzheimer’s disease, and forgiveness. The production is seeking actors who can authentically represent the cultural backgrounds and lived experiences of the characters.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Participate in a professional table read in Manhattan.
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  • Attend rehearsals and collaborate with the creative team.
  • Be available during September 2026 if selected.

Requirements:

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  • Young Welly – Male, 20s, Black, Barbadian-American.
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  • Be available for future casting updates if selected.

Requirements:

  • Open to actors interested in lead, supporting, featured, or background roles.
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Compensation:

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Actor
Skills:
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Job Description

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Job Responsibilities

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  • Collaborate with the production team during filming.
  • Be available throughout the scheduled production period.

Requirements

  • Male actor, ages 35–55.
  • European or Germanic appearance.
  • Fluent in German.
  • Basic Spanish proficiency is preferred, but German-only speakers will also be considered.
  • Must have a valid passport.
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Compensation

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Requirements:

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Job Description

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Requirements

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Compensation

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description:

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Job Responsibilities:

  • Portray one of the featured characters in the film.
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Requirements:

  • Submit a headshot.
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Compensation:

  • Paid acting roles.

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