Grave Dolls – Senior Thesis Film Casting Call

Job Description
Grave Dolls is a senior thesis psychological horror/drama film written and directed by Chris Sharp. The story follows a troubled teenage girl who, while confined inside a coffin, confronts her darkest traumas, navigating themes of abuse, addiction, and survival through fragmented memories and unsettling visions.
Filming takes place in Warwick, NY and Goshen, NY on March 14 and March 15.

Requirements

• Dad (40s) – Day Player
  A man dulled by years of drinking. Glassy-eyed with slow movements, carrying himself like someone worn down beyond repair.
• Mom (30s) – Day Player
  Fragile and emotionally hollow. Moves with exhaustion and muscle memory, her stillness and unfocused gaze revealing grief and addiction beneath the surface.
• Must be available for filming on March 14 and/or March 15
• Must be able to work in Warwick, NY or Goshen, NY
• Acting experience preferred but not specified as required

Compensation

• Paid

Male Talent for Major Retail Campaign

Job Description
A major retail brand is casting interesting, real men for a paid commercial project. This campaign is looking for authentic individuals with personality and life experience, not traditional models. Talent will be featured in a professional advertising shoot highlighting real people and real stories.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in a commercial project for a major retailer

• Bring natural presence, personality, and authenticity to the shoot

• Follow direction from the creative and production teams

• Be available for the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

• Men of all ethnicities and backgrounds

• Open to professionals such as artists, architects, teachers, writers, small business owners, chefs, cooks, and similar roles

• Must be based in Boston

• Must be available on the scheduled shoot date

• Comfortable being filmed in a commercial setting

Compensation

• $5,000 if booked

• Paid commercial project

• Professional production experience

Female Talent for Special Project

Job Description
A creative project is casting expressive, character-driven young women for an upcoming shoot in London. This opportunity is open to talent of all looks, backgrounds, and sizes, with a focus on personality and individuality. The project welcomes emerging and experienced talent who are confident bringing authenticity and presence on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera for a creative special project
• Express personality, emotion, and character naturally on set
• Follow direction from the creative team
• Be available for the scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• Female talent ages 16–25
• All looks, backgrounds, and sizes encouraged to apply
• Comfortable on camera and expressive in performance
• Must be available to shoot in London
• Talent may be based anywhere in the UK

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Professional on-set experience
• Creative exposure on a special project

Specialty Performers for Television Scene

Job Description
A television production is casting specialty performers for a stylized, adult-themed nightclub scene. This paid opportunity is seeking confident, professional talent who are comfortable portraying nightlife, performance, and alternative lifestyle roles in a controlled, closed-set environment. All scenes will be handled professionally with clear direction and expectations.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera in assigned specialty or atmosphere roles

• Follow detailed direction from the production team

• Maintain professionalism and respect for scene boundaries

• Be prepared for long shoot days depending on role requirements

• Contribute to an authentic nightclub and performance-driven environment

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18+

• Must be comfortable with the specific role selected

• Roles being cast include:

  • Drag queens and drag kings

  • Burlesque dancers

  • Male and female strippers

  • Acrobats (lyra, lollipop, aerial skills a plus)

  • DJs and bouncers

  • Raver-style performers

  • Real couples

  • BDSM performers for vignette-style scenes

  • Performers comfortable with lingerie, topless, or nude scenes (role-dependent)

  • Fully clothed performers comfortable working in an adult-themed setting

• Must be reliable, professional, and comfortable on camera

Compensation

• Pay ranges from $200–$1,000 for up to 12 hours (based on role)

• Additional gas bumps provided

• Paid television appearance

DJ for Television Production

Job Description
A television project is seeking an experienced DJ with their own professional equipment for an on-camera role. This paid opportunity is ideal for DJs who are confident performing live on set and can bring authentic energy to a party-style scene. The production is looking for talent who can naturally enhance the atmosphere with real DJ skills.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a DJ on camera during a filmed scene

• Provide and operate personal DJ equipment

• Follow direction from the production team while maintaining performance flow

• Arrive prepared, professional, and on time for filming

Requirements

• Experienced DJ with own equipment

• Ages 18 and over

• Hispanic talent preferred, but all ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Comfortable appearing on camera

• Must be available for the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

• $250 for up to 12 hours

• Additional $75 prop bump for equipment use

• Paid on-set performance role

Commercial Background Actors

Job Description
A rush commercial project is seeking background actors for an adult beverage commercial filming in Austin, Texas. This is a paid opportunity for talent who can bring natural, social energy to a lifestyle-focused commercial environment. The production is looking for relatable, camera-comfortable individuals to help create an authentic on-screen atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear on camera as background talent in a commercial setting

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Maintain a professional and cooperative attitude throughout filming

• Be available and flexible for a full shoot day

Requirements

• Men and women ages 25–30

• All ethnicities encouraged to apply

• Must be 25+ with valid ID for age verification

• Comfortable on camera in a commercial environment

• Must be local to the Austin, TX area and available for the full day

Compensation

• $300 flat rate

• Up to 12-hour shoot day

• Paid commercial background credit

Corporate Commercial Actors

Job Description
A corporate commercial project is casting diverse on-camera talent for an internal-use production. This opportunity is ideal for actors who are confident delivering scripted material in a professional corporate setting. The shoot will take place over multiple days and is suited for performers based in London who are comfortable working with dialogue-driven content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a corporate video project

• Deliver clear, natural dialogue on camera

• Follow direction from the production and casting team

• Maintain a professional and reliable presence on set

Requirements

• Taiwanese female, ages 30–35

• Filipino female, ages 42–47

• Mexican female, ages 30–34

• Mexican male, ages 37–39

• Mexican male, ages 20–24

• Must be good with scripted dialogue

• Must be based in London

• Professional, punctual, and comfortable on camera

Compensation

• Paid corporate acting opportunity

• Internal-use project

• Professional on-camera credit

West African Women for Feature Film (Supporting Lead Role)

Job Description
A feature film is casting West African women for a prominent supporting role in an upcoming production. This paid opportunity is open to women worldwide and is ideal for performers interested in feature film work, powerful storytelling, and meaningful on-screen representation. No prior acting experience is required, making this an accessible opportunity for both new and emerging talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead supporting role in a narrative feature film

• Act opposite a principal character in emotionally driven scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Bring authenticity, presence, and natural performance on camera

Requirements

• Women ages 25–35

• West African background

• Can be based anywhere in the world

• No acting experience required

• Strong screen presence and willingness to perform on camera

• Ideally born in West Africa or having spent significant time there

Compensation

• Paid feature film role

• Professional on-screen credit

• Opportunity to appear in a major narrative film production

Male Actors in Their 20s for Feature Film

Job Description
A low-budget independent feature film titled Downfall is casting male actors in their 20s for paid roles. This intense, character-driven story blends psychological tension and survival drama, following a young soldier caught in a life-or-death situation that tests loyalty, fear, and sacrifice. The project is ideal for actors seeking strong dramatic material and feature film credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform emotionally demanding scenes in a narrative feature film

• Portray physically and psychologically intense character arcs

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast throughout production

• Commit to a one-week shoot schedule

Requirements

• Male actors in their 20s

• Strong dramatic range and on-camera presence

• Ability to portray fear, resilience, and emotional conflict

• Must be a local hire

• Prior acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

• Paid roles under a low-budget feature film scale

• On-screen credit

• Feature film acting experience