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Walter (Lead) – Elderly Male Actor for Short Film

Job Description
A paid, union short film is casting an elderly male lead for a one-day shoot in Calgary taking place in mid-December. The story follows Walter, a vulnerable senior living alone in a care facility, who becomes the target of a calm, calculating intruder—highlighting how systems meant to protect people can fail. This role includes implied nudity, so performers must be comfortable with sensitive, professionally handled material. Location: Calgary, Alberta.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Walter, the film’s lead, in emotionally grounded scenes centered on vulnerability and tension.

• Follow director guidance to deliver natural, realistic performance beats in a dramatic narrative.

• Maintain professionalism and clear communication on a set that may include intimacy-adjacent staging (implied nudity only).

Requirements

• Male, ages 60–80, any ethnicity.

• Must be able to work in Calgary as a local hire for a one-day shoot.

• Comfortable with implied nudity (closed set practices typically used).

• Strong acting ability preferred, as this is a lead role with emotional range.

Compensation

• Paid (Union project).

Volunteer English Voice Actors Needed (Animated Student Short Film)

Job Description
A mystical, coming-of-age animated short film is seeking English-speaking voice actors for multiple character roles, plus a few small background parts. You’ll record voiced lines for an animated project with a clear character tone (soft, wise, upbeat, snappy, etc.). Paris-based talent is preferred, but remote talent with a strong at-home recording setup is welcome.

Job Responsibilities

• Record character dialogue in English with clear performance choices and consistent tone

• Take direction and deliver a few alternate reads as requested

• Provide clean, studio-quality audio (or comparable home studio quality) suitable for animation

• Meet agreed recording timelines and file delivery specs

Requirements

• English fluency with strong clarity and natural delivery

• Ability to perform one of the following voice types:

  • Young, timid woman (protagonist): soft, clear, unsure but sincere

  • Old, wise man: stubborn yet welcoming; warm and thoughtful authority

  • Confident couple (1 man, 1 woman): polished, ethereal confidence with a “perfect couple” energy

  • Smug, snappy man: uptight, annoyed, quick and sharp

  • Corporate ad-reader: upbeat, confident, commercial-style read

  • Additional background voices (short lines)

• Access to a good recording setup if recording remotely

• Demo reel, samples, or recent voiceover work ready to share

Compensation

• Volunteer / unpaid voiceover opportunity

• Possible credit (where applicable) and a strong piece for your voiceover portfolio

The Writer Next Door – Non-Union Short Film Casting (Coming-of-Age Drama)

Job Description
A non-union coming-of-age drama short film is casting talent to film near Danbury, Connecticut and surrounding areas. This character-driven short film centers on young adults navigating identity, friendship, family dynamics, and the emotional pull of growing up. Performers with strong natural acting, grounded emotion, and authentic scene work are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with emotional realism and strong character work

• Take direction from the director and adjust performance as needed

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during rehearsals and filming

• Maintain continuity and consistency across takes and setups

Requirements

• Non-union talent only

• Must be able to work as a local/self-report hire near Danbury, CT (and surrounding areas)

• Must fit one of the roles below (or be able to portray the listed age):

  • Lola (Lead): Woman, Latina, to appear 16–18; a young woman facing personal battles and big future decisions after high school

  • Stephanie (Supporting Lead): Woman, any race/ethnicity, to appear 33–40; professional writer, guarded but warm underneath

  • Carla (Supporting): Woman, Latina, to appear 40ish; Lola’s single mom, a nurse—strong, dedicated, and protective

  • Santi (Supporting): Man, any race/ethnicity, to appear 16–18; senior in high school, aspiring dancer, extroverted and friendly

  • Hazel (Supporting): Woman, any race/ethnicity, to appear 16–18; honest, chill, keeps her circle small

  • Maya (Supporting): Woman, any race/ethnicity, to appear 30ish; publicist/manager/friend—supportive and caring

Compensation

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection

Job Description
A paid short film is casting union and non-union talent in Brooklyn, NY for two featured roles. This project is ideal for actors who excel at nuanced, character-driven work, including strong internal performance and grounded, natural dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally honest performances with strong on-camera presence

• Follow direction, blocking, and continuity throughout the shoot

• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew in a fast-paced environment

• Maintain character consistency across takes and setups

Requirements

• Open to union and non-union talent

• Must be able to work in Brooklyn, NY

• Availability for either an evening shoot (4:00 PM call time) or an early morning shoot (4:00 AM call time)

• Role 1: Pran — Male, 20s–30s; calm exterior with intense inner life; strong internal acting required

• Role 2: Mariah — Female, 20s–30s; warm, sharp, grounded; confident, intelligent on-screen presence

Compensation

• Paid role (rate provided upon selection)

Job Description
A non-dialogue short film casting is seeking actors for a psychological drama where storytelling is driven by physicality, expression, and emotional presence rather than spoken lines. This project explores identity, grief, and the masks people wear to survive everyday life. Non-union talent is welcome. This is an unpaid acting opportunity with credit, copy, and meals provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform on camera with strong non-verbal acting, emotion, and expressive physicality

• Take direction and adjust performance to match the film’s psychological tone

• Collaborate with cast and crew in a professional, respectful on-set environment

• Stay consistent with blocking, continuity, and character movement throughout scenes

Requirements

• Comfortable acting with minimal to no dialogue (performance-based storytelling)

• Must be able to communicate emotion through facial expression, body language, and presence

• Roles available:

  • Man (Lead, 20s): thoughtful, introspective, emotionally vulnerable; hiding inner pain behind composure

  • Woman (Lead, 20s): warm, genuine, approachable; brings optimism and emotional balance

  • Office Manager (Supporting, 30s–50s): confident, commanding, relatable; authority and emotion through presence

  • Office Employee (Supporting, 30s): friendly coworker; subtle support and grounded office presence

  • Bartender/Server (Supporting, 20s–30s): calm, observant; communicates through subtle gestures

Compensation

• No pay (non-union)

• Screen credit provided

• Copy provided

• Meals provided

Job Description
A gritty, character-driven university short film is searching for two supporting actors for a coming-of-age story about the messy shift from boyhood to adulthood. Union and non-union talent are welcome, and all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This is a volunteer acting project with meals and screen credit provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a supporting role in a dramatic short film with emotional, grounded character work

• Collaborate with the director and crew to bring authentic moments to life

• Take direction well and maintain a professional, on-set attitude

• Arrive prepared, ready to work, and consistent with wardrobe/continuity needs

Requirements

• Must be 18+ to apply (even if playing younger)

• Role: MIA (Supporting)

  • Female, 16–18 age-presenting

  • Character: Luka’s older sister—loud, messy, protective, insecure underneath, acting tough while figuring life out

• Role: SKIPPER (Supporting)

  • Male, 25–35

  • Character: a burned-out guy living off beer, validation, and vibes—tries to seem “wise,” but is deeply stuck

• Union and non-union performers welcome

• Diversity encouraged; all backgrounds welcome

Compensation

• Volunteer role

• Meals provided

• Screen credit provided

Job Description

A short film titled “The Long Player” is casting a Sheffield-based actor for a key role in a character-driven story. The production is seeking a performer who can deliver grounded, emotionally honest work, balancing charm and rough edges with a sense of vulnerability and regret.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with natural, believable dialogue and strong character presence.

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with the creative team to shape performance choices.

• Maintain continuity across takes and remain professional on set.

• Provide required submission materials (Spotlight link and showreel footage) for consideration.

Requirements

• Must be Sheffield-based (local hire; no travel provided).

• Comfortable portraying working-class realism and subtle emotional shifts.

Role Needed

Jack (Male, Mid-50s to Early-70s)

• A working-class gent who’s done well for himself and believes he’s treated people well.

• He “cuts corners,” always takes the last chip, and sees himself as accommodating—until others ask more of him than expected.

• In this moment, he feels age closing in and wants forgiveness.

Compensation Details

• £100/day

• No travel provided

Job Description

The short film “Atelophobia” is casting actors for principal roles in a tense, character-driven story centered on the disillusionment of perfection and the unease that grows when “normal” life starts to crack. The production is looking for performers who can deliver grounded dramatic work, subtle psychological tension, and emotionally controlled performances that escalate as suspicion and stress intensify.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dramatic scenes with strong emotional realism and continuity.

• Take direction and adjust performance choices across multiple takes.

• Collaborate professionally with the director and production team.

• Maintain character consistency and deliver natural reactions to escalating tension.

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to work with wardrobe/character notes provided by production.

Requirements

• Must match one of the character breakdowns below.

• Must be able to work as a local hire (production requests local talent).

• Strong dramatic acting ability and comfort portraying anxiety, suspicion, and psychological unease.

• Submission must include: headshot, resume, actor’s name, age, location, and a 1-minute dramatic clip (scene/monologue).

Roles Needed

Alec Schmidt (Lead, Male, 30s–40s, White)

• Brownish hair; clean, put-together appearance

• Personality: tense, controlled, anxiety breaking through; on edge and increasingly suspicious while trying to maintain normalcy.

Liz Schmidt (Supporting, Female, 30s–40s, White)

• Brunette; well-groomed, often in dresses; “seems perfect”

• Personality: calm on the surface but worn down; growing fragility under stress; heightened awareness of cameras/surveillance.

Chuck Palanaski (Supporting, Male, 40s–50s, Multi-racial)

• Slightly larger frame; thick-rimmed glasses; casual clothes showing wear

• Personality: outwardly cheerful/friendly but unsettling; controlled “surveyor” type who asserts influence and makes others uncomfortable.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details are not listed in the casting notice. Any pay, stipend, or credit information will be shared by production during the selection process.

Thesis Short Film Casting – Paid Lead & Supporting Roles (SAG Micro-Budget)

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA micro-budget thesis short film is casting actors and musician-performers for a character-driven story about a band facing a major breakup just weeks before a big move. This short film casting call is open to both union and non-union talent, with select paid roles. Filming is scheduled to shoot in Bergen County, New Jersey.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a lead or supporting character in a narrative short film

• Take direction for blocking, timing, and emotional beats in scripted scenes

• For musician roles: perform convincingly as a band member (instrument experience is a plus)

• For singing roles: deliver vocals on camera as required for the character

Requirements

• SAG micro-budget compliant project (union and non-union actors welcome)

• Must be available to work in Bergen County, NJ (local hire strongly preferred)

• Roles currently sought include:

  • Chris Li (Lead, 19, Male, Chinese-American) — must be able to sing

  • Ash Chadarah (Lead, 21, Male, South Asian) — bassist; bass experience preferred

  • Stella (Supporting, 19, Female, Black) — must be able to sing; bass experience preferred

  • Martinez (Supporting, 20, Male, Hispanic/Latino) — drummer; drum experience preferred

  • Hasan (Supporting, 21, Male, Middle Eastern) — guitarist/poet; guitar experience preferred

  • Chris’ Mother (Supporting, 50s, Female, Chinese-American)

  • Chris’ Father (Supporting, 50s, Male, Chinese-American)

  • Jeremy Li (Supporting, 16–18, Male, Chinese-American)

Compensation

• Paid roles available (rates disclosed upon selection/booking)

Young Actor for Lead Role in Short Film

Job Description
A short film is casting a young actor to portray a five-year-old girl in a powerful, emotionally driven story. This lead role requires a performer capable of conveying deep emotional range with minimal dialogue. The character embodies a wild, ethereal, and slightly feral energy, and the film explores themes of grief and childhood vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a five-year-old girl with strong emotional depth

• Deliver a compelling performance with minimal spoken lines

• Follow direction from the director to capture nuanced emotional beats

• Participate in callbacks and shoot dates as scheduled

Requirements

• Actor age 9+

• Ability to play a 5-year-old believably

• Strong emotional range, particularly for themes related to grief

• Comfortable portraying expressive, instinctive, and raw childlike energy

• Able to work as a local hire in East L.A.

Compensation

• SAG short film production

• Rate provided upon booking

Job Description
A short film titled New Growth is seeking young actors to portray middle-school–aged characters in a heartfelt story about friendship, betrayal, and self-acceptance. After her best friend abandons her on the first day of middle school, a Black girl discovers unexpected solidarity and strength in her identity. Filming is scheduled for Spring 2026.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in emotionally grounded scenes centered on friendship dynamics

• Work collaboratively with fellow young actors and the directing team

• Bring authenticity, vulnerability, and personality to the role

• Participate in both dramatic and lighthearted moments that reflect middle school life

Requirements
Casting the following roles (ages 10–14):

• Trinity Turner – Overconfident on the surface but eager to fit in; teased for her 4c hair. Has box braids.

• Naomi Gomez – Afro-Latina, dweeby but more physically developed than Trinity; leaves Trinity for a popular clique.

• Ivy – Former nerd turned “it girl”; confident leader of the clique Naomi joins.

• Brooke – Age 12, but looks much younger; sweet, innocent, and judged for not acting “grown.”

• Extras (Ages 10–16) – Kids or teens who can pass for middle school students to fill hallways, classrooms, and school scenes.

Compensation

• Paid short film (rate disclosed upon selection)

Casting Multiple Roles for Student Virtual Production Short Film “Echoes”

Job Description
A virtual production short film is casting several roles for two shooting periods: an initial session on December 3rd, 2025, and a second session in late Spring 2026. Created by IADT Immersive Media Degree students, this project offers valuable experience, travel reimbursement, credit, and showreel material. The film involves green screen and on-location performance, with some characters eligible for motion capture and voice-over opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted dialogue on green screen and practical locations

• Convey strong emotional presence in a dramatic narrative

• Collaborate with student filmmakers in a professional, supportive environment

• Participate in potential motion capture and voice-over sessions (specific roles)

Requirements
Roles include:

Roles Required December 3rd, 2025

• Mother – Female, supporting role, playing age 30–45

Roles Required Late Spring 2026

• Meave (Lead) – Female, 18–27

• Young Meave – Female, 9–12

• Mother – Female, 30–45

• Father – Male, 30–45

• Priest – Male, 40–60

General Notes:

• All roles have equal screen time and dialogue

• Acting experience preferred, especially for motion capture/voice-over in Priest and Father roles

• Flexible casting for applicants slightly outside age descriptions

Compensation

• Unpaid, but travel expenses covered

• Showreel footage and credit provided