“A Few Seconds Ahead” Indie Short Film

Global Creative Talent Open Call for Artists, Writers, Musicians, and Makers

Job Description

A creative publication is accepting worldwide submissions from emerging and established creatives working across a wide range of disciplines. This global creative open call welcomes photographers, designers, stylists, visual artists, musicians, culture writers, essayists, critics, and makers from any medium. The opportunity is focused on discovering distinctive creative work, original perspectives, and projects that deserve a wider audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit original creative work for editorial consideration.
• Share projects that demonstrate a distinctive artistic voice or perspective.
• Provide relevant context and credits for submitted work.
• Contribute work across photography, design, styling, art, music, writing, criticism, or other creative mediums.
• Present polished work suitable for potential editorial exposure.

Requirements

• Open to creatives worldwide.
• Photographers, designers, stylists, artists, musicians, writers, essayists, critics, and multidisciplinary makers are encouraged to apply.
• Open to creative work from any medium.
• Must have original work or a creative project ready for consideration.
• Strong artistic perspective and compelling creative execution are encouraged.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Real Father and Daughter Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A commercial production in Manchester is casting real fathers and daughters for an upcoming shoot. The production is seeking fathers in their 30s or 40s with daughters ages 9–11 who are based locally in the Manchester area. This is an opportunity for a real father-daughter pair to appear together in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real father-and-daughter pair in a commercial.
• Perform naturally and comfortably on camera.
• Follow direction from the commercial production team.
• Participate professionally throughout the shoot.
• Be available to work locally in Manchester.

Requirements

• Real fathers in their 30s or 40s.
• Daughters must be ages 9–11.
• Must apply as a real father-and-daughter pair.
• Talent should be based locally in Manchester.
• Comfortable appearing on camera and following production direction.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be provided to selected talent.

Paid Student Extras for Major Hollywood Feature Film

Job Description

A major Hollywood feature film is casting paid supporting artists to portray students in London and surrounding studios. This exciting background acting opportunity is open to performers ages 17–28 of all abilities, with no previous acting experience required. Selected extras will work on a professional film set, gain valuable production experience, and contribute to a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student as a supporting artist in a major feature film.
• Perform background scenes according to production direction.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background actors.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff.
• Be available for filming in London and surrounding studios.

Requirements

• Ages 17–28.
• All abilities and experience levels are welcome.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Competitive rates of pay.

Job Description

A journalist based in Leeds is seeking Northern actors to participate in interviews for a short documentary exploring the Northern drama school and acting scene. The documentary will focus on actors’ real career experiences, including their professional journeys, successes and challenges, formal training or drama school experiences, and how they entered the acting industry. Filming is planned for August and September, with the journalist able to travel to participants for interviews. Some exceptions may be made for video call interviews.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an interview for a short documentary
• Discuss your acting career and professional experiences
• Share insights into career successes and challenges
• Explain how you entered and developed your acting career
• Participate in an in-person filmed interview or, where approved, a video call

Requirements

• Must be a Northern actor
• Comfortable discussing your acting career on camera
• Video call interviews may be considered in some circumstances
• Actors with different career and training backgrounds are encouraged to get in touch

Compensation

Not disclosed.

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking men aged 50 and older for an upcoming paid music video. Talent should be based in Southend, Essex, or London, UK. The production is looking for local performers to appear in the music video. Additional details regarding the shoot date, creative concept, and schedule will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as cast talent in an upcoming music video
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera
• Follow creative and production direction during filming
• Collaborate professionally with the production team

Requirements

• Men ages 50+
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Able to follow production and creative direction

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking Gen Z women based in Southend or Essex for an upcoming paid music video production. The casting team is specifically looking for local talent who can participate in the music video shoot. Interested candidates should apply directly by email for further casting and production details.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as cast talent in an upcoming music video
• Perform naturally on camera according to production direction
• Collaborate with the music video’s creative and production teams
• Follow on-set direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Gen Z women
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a music video
• Must be able to follow creative direction
• Additional age, appearance, experience, and availability requirements were not specified

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

A casting call is seeking two female child actors, ages 9–12, for an upcoming 1970s-themed short film titled Rollin’ Stone. The production is casting the characters Jamie and Tiffani and is looking for young performers who can help bring the film’s 1970s-inspired story and characters to life. Interested talent should submit professional materials directly to the production for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Jamie or Tiffani in the short film
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s creative vision
• Take direction professionally during rehearsals and filming
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and the production team
• Participate in required production activities if selected

Requirements

• Female child actors
• Ages 9–12
• Casting for the roles of Jamie and Tiffani
• Parent or guardian involvement is required for minors
• Submit a current headshot
• Submit an acting reel for consideration

Compensation

IMDb credit.

Job Description

Stark Casting is seeking fun, confident girls ages 7–9 for a paid campaign in London focused on self-esteem, positive body image, and media. The initiative is sponsored by a major brand and aims to feature authentic young participants in a project promoting confidence and a healthy self-image. This is a real-people casting, and professional actors or models are not being sought. Parents or guardians of girls who fit the age range are encouraged to submit through the official casting form.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for a positive self-image campaign
• Take part in age-appropriate activities and on-camera content
• Follow simple direction from the production and casting teams
• Bring a natural, fun, and confident personality to the project
• Participate in content centered on self-esteem, body image, and media
• Attend filming with the required parent or guardian supervision

Requirements

• Girls ages 7–9
• Seeking fun, confident, natural personalities
• No professional actors or models
• Parent or guardian must submit the application on the child’s behalf
• Must be comfortable participating in an age-appropriate filmed campaign

Compensation

Paid opportunity.

Cruise Line Dancers – Female and Male Performers

Job Description

A professional cruise line casting call is seeking talented female and male dancers for an exciting international performance opportunity. Performers should bring strong dance technique, versatility, stage presence, and confidence to live entertainment productions. Selected dancers will complete 4–8 weeks of rehearsals in Miami before joining an onboard contract lasting approximately 8–10 months. This opportunity is ideal for professional dancers ready to showcase their skills while performing internationally.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in professional live cruise line entertainment productions.
• Learn and execute choreography with strong technique, energy, and consistency.
• Deliver engaging performances with excellent stage presence.
• Collaborate with choreographers, dancers, and production teams.
• Maintain high performance standards throughout rehearsals and the onboard contract.
• Adapt to different choreography and entertainment styles as required.

Requirements

• Female dancers should have strong showgirl and commercial dance skills.
• Female dancers should be proficient in hip-hop with strong technical ability.
• Male dancers should demonstrate strong technical and hip-hop dance skills.
• Male dancers should have versatile performance abilities.
• Excellent stage presence and confidence in live performances.
• Professional attitude and ability to work as part of an entertainment team.
• Availability for 4–8 weeks of rehearsals in Miami.
• Availability for an approximately 8–10 month onboard contract.
• Comfortable working and performing internationally.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not provided.

Job Description

BETH Model Management is holding an open casting call in London to discover the next generation of modeling talent. The opportunity is open to aspiring and emerging models ages 16–25, including those who are completely new to modeling as well as talent currently seeking professional agency representation. The open call gives prospective models an opportunity to meet the BETH London team and be considered for representation.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the BETH London open casting call in person
• Present yourself professionally to the agency’s scouting team
• Showcase your modeling potential, confidence, and natural presence
• Follow instructions provided by the BETH London team during the casting
• Be prepared to discuss your interest in modeling and agency representation

Requirements

• Models ages 16–25
• Women: 5’7″–6’0″
• Men: 6’0″–6’3″
• New and aspiring models are welcome
• Models seeking professional representation are encouraged to attend

Compensation

Compensation details  not provided.

Job Description

Late Night Bite, a psychological horror short film directed by Jacob Baimbridge and produced by Trey Jordan, is casting a male actor ages 20–29 for the role of Chad. Principal photography will take place September 9–13, 2026, in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, with primarily overnight filming. Chad is Mia’s fraternity friend and is characterized as arrogant, entitled, and someone who thinks very highly of himself. The production is looking for an actor who can confidently bring this distinct personality to the character-driven horror story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Chad in the psychological horror short film
• Deliver a convincing performance reflecting the character’s arrogant and entitled personality
• Work collaboratively with the director and fellow cast members
• Take and implement creative direction during filming
• Maintain professionalism throughout production
• Be prepared for primarily overnight shoots

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 20–29
• Able to portray Mia’s fraternity friend, Chad
• Comfortable portraying an arrogant, entitled, highly self-confident personality
• Must be comfortable with primarily overnight filming

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.

Job Description

Late Night Bite, a psychological horror short film directed by Jacob Baimbridge and produced by Trey Jordan, is casting a male actor ages 25–35 to portray Trav. Filming will take place in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, with principal photography scheduled for September 9–13, 2026. Trav is Abraham’s coworker, described as a player and a dirtbag who regularly slacks off and cuts corners. His behavior has put him on his boss’s last straw.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Trav in the psychological horror short film
• Bring Trav’s careless and self-serving personality to the screen
• Deliver a convincing, character-driven performance
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team
• Follow creative direction throughout filming
• Be prepared for primarily overnight shoots

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 25–35
• Able to portray Abraham’s coworker, Trav
• Comfortable portraying a player/dirtbag personality who slacks off and cuts corners
• Must be comfortable with overnight filming
• Submit a headshot or recent photo

Compensation

Compensation details not provided.