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Lead and Supporting Actors for Sci-Fi Comedy Short Film “State Your Name”

Job Description

A casting call is now open for a student sci-fi comedy short film titled State Your Name, filming in the Cleveland area. This character-driven project explores themes of love, anxiety, identity, and self-acceptance through a humorous science fiction story involving aliens and one unforgettable night. Casting directors are seeking lead actors, supporting performers, and background extras with strong comedic timing, emotional depth, and unique personalities. Self-tape auditions are accepted, making this a great opportunity for both emerging and experienced actors.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform one of the featured lead, supporting, or background roles.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally engaging, and comedic performances.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and scheduled filming as required.
• Work professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
• Lead role: Mikey Keller, male, 20s — An anxious, funny, sincere young man struggling to be himself.
• Lead role: Emma Simmons, female, 20s — Smart, emotionally mature, and the emotional center of the story.
• Supporting role: Butterball, 20s — Mikey’s loyal best friend with great comedic energy.
• Supporting antagonist: Director Hale, 20s–40s — Calm, authoritative, and quietly intimidating.
• Supporting roles: Dave and Chuck, 20s–40s — Two eccentric alien workers with strong comedic personalities.
• Background performers of all ages are needed for neighbors, waitstaff, diner customers, alien workers, and other featured extras.
• Looking for performers who can bring personality, physical comedy, expressive reactions, and memorable character work.
• Must be available to film in the Cleveland area.

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in a sci-fi comedy short film.
• Lead, supporting, and background roles available.
• Gain valuable on-set experience working with an independent film production.
• Build your acting portfolio with a character-driven narrative project.

Job Description

An independent dramatic comedy short film is casting three actors for a non-union production in Calgary, Alberta. The story follows a young man struggling to rebuild his life as he faces an existential and spiritual dilemma during an evening campfire. This character-driven project explores themes of family, mental health, and resilience. Virtual auditions are being accepted.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in an independent short film.
• Participate in a virtual audition if selected.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally compelling performances.

Requirements

• Non-union actors.
• Casting the following roles:
  • Pete: Male, mid to late 30s.
  • Lena: Female, late 20s to early 30s.
  • Pete’s Mother: Female, mid to late 60s.
• Comfortable performing material involving mental health and substance abuse themes.
• Available to film in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Opportunity to gain experience and build your acting portfolio.

Job Description

An upcoming short film is casting multiple lead and supporting roles in Louisville, Kentucky. This student production offers actors the opportunity to gain real on-set experience, receive mentorship from experienced filmmakers, and build festival-ready footage for their acting reel. While the project is unpaid, it provides valuable professional development and networking opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead or supporting role in the short film.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and scheduled filming dates.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Deliver authentic, character-driven performances.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Marcus Reed: African American male, ages 15–18 (Lead)
  • Jayden Reed: African American male, ages 9–12 (Supporting Lead)
  • Guardian: Female, ages 40–60
  • Mr. Jay: Male, ages 30–50
  • Spark: Male, ages 15–18
  • D-Ro: Male, ages 15–18
  • Aisha: Female, ages 15–18
• Submit:
  • Name
  • Headshot
  • Resume or demo reel (optional)

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity.
• Festival-ready footage for your acting reel.
• On-set mentorship and professional production experience.

Teen Roles for Indie Short Film “Mari’s Not Depressed”

Job Description

An independent short film is casting union and non-union actors for multiple featured roles in a coming-of-age story centered on a high school student navigating grief, friendship, and mental health. Filming will take place in New Jersey, and talent must be able to work locally in the New York City or New Jersey area. This production offers excellent opportunities for actors seeking credited narrative film experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured or supporting character in an indie short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to deliver authentic performances.
• Attend rehearsals before scheduled filming dates.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.
• Participate in emotionally driven dramatic scenes.

Requirements

• Seeking union and non-union talent.
• Must be able to work locally in New York City or New Jersey.
• Must be available for rehearsals before filming.
• Seeking the following roles:
  • Owen: Male, any ethnicity, age 17. Mari’s lifelong friend and a lead role. Must be comfortable using a prop cigarette or prop blunt.
  • Jessica: Female, any ethnicity, age 17. Mari’s classmate and a supporting role.
  • Principal: Female, any ethnicity, in her 60s. Supporting role portraying a high school principal.
• Acting experience is preferred, and a demo reel is welcome if available.

Compensation

• Copy, credit, and meals provided.
• Lead and supporting roles available.
• Opportunity to work on an independent narrative short film.

Job Description

An independent short film is casting two featured roles for an upcoming production in Louisville, Kentucky, and surrounding areas. The story explores themes of judgment, humanity, and truth following a life-changing encounter with law enforcement. This is a character-driven project seeking authentic performances for emotionally impactful roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in an independent short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Deliver natural and emotionally compelling performances.
• Attend filming on scheduled production days.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Marcus: African American male, late 20s to late 30s.
  • Lyla: African American girl, ages 4–5.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not required.
• Submit:
  • Name
  • Age
  • Phone number
  • Headshot or clear photo
  • Short introduction video (1 minute or less)
  • Acting experience (if any)
  • Available dates
  • Role of interest

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.
• Meals provided during filming.
• IMDb credit included.
• Valuable experience on a story-driven short film.

Job Description

A horror comedy film is casting actors for multiple roles in the Ogden, Utah area. This independent production is seeking male and female performers for principal roles. If you’re looking to gain experience in an exciting horror comedy project, this is a great opportunity to audition.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a horror comedy film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver engaging and authentic on-screen performances.

Requirements

• Casting the following roles:
  • Female, early 20s or late teens.
  • Female, mid-30s.
  • Male, early 20s or late teens.
• Must be available to work in the Ogden, Utah area.
• Submit your information by email for additional casting details.

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to appear in an independent horror comedy film.
• Gain valuable on-set acting experience.

Volunteer Cast for Historical Indie Short Film

Job Description

A non-union independent short film is casting lead, supporting, and child roles for a historical drama filming in Vancouver, British Columbia. Set in 1892 Nova Scotia, the story follows an isolated young woman whose friendship uncovers a dark family secret. Casting directors are seeking passionate performers for this volunteer production, which offers on-set experience, meals, and screen credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray historically inspired characters in a dramatic short film.
• Perform scripted scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew throughout production.
• Help bring an emotional period story to life.

Requirements

• Seeking the following roles:
  • Blythe (Lead): Female, ages 18–25, European or African/Black ethnicity. A compassionate and creative young woman with dreams beyond her isolated life.
  • Agatha (Lead): Female, ages 18–25, European ethnicity. Curious, devoted, and charismatic with a mysterious family background.
  • Mary (Supporting): Female, ages 35–55, European or African/Black ethnicity. Strong-willed, caring, and hardworking with six lines of dialogue.
  • Henry: Male, ages 8–12, European or African/Black ethnicity. Quiet, responsible, and respectful. No dialogue.
• Must be able to work in Vancouver, British Columbia.
• Comfortable performing in a period drama set in the late 1800s.

Compensation

• Volunteer opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• Screen credit.
• Gain experience working on an independent short film.

Job Description

An independent dramatic comedy short film is casting three actors for a non-union, unpaid production in Calgary, Alberta. The film explores themes of personal growth, family relationships, and mental health through an emotional yet humorous story. Virtual auditions are being accepted, making this a great opportunity for actors interested in independent filmmaking.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the featured characters in a short film.
• Participate in virtual auditions if selected.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally driven performances.

Requirements

• Non-union actors.
• Casting the following roles:
  • Pete: Male, mid to late 30s.
  • Lena: Female, late 20s to early 30s.
  • Pete’s Mother: Female, mid to late 60s.
• Comfortable performing material that includes themes of mental health and substance abuse.
• Available for filming in Calgary, Alberta.

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity.
• Non-union production.
• Opportunity to build your acting portfolio and gain independent film experience.

Open Casting Call for Dance Short Film

Job Description

A finalist project for the Innovate Dance Film Showcase is casting union and non-union performers for the upcoming short film Along the Road. Filming will take place in Metro Vancouver, with rehearsals scheduled in mid-July and production at the end of the month. This magical realism dance film explores themes of friendship, heritage, and cultural connection across generations.

Casting directors are seeking performers with movement experience for multiple roles. Lion dance experience is a strong asset for one featured child role, while movement or dance experience is preferred for most adult characters. Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s featured or supporting characters.
• Participate in scheduled movement rehearsals before filming.
• Perform choreographed movement and dramatic scenes on camera.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team throughout production.

Requirements

• Open to both union and non-union performers.
• Must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
• Available for rehearsals on July 16–22.
• Available for filming on July 30–31 in Metro Vancouver.
• Submit a headshot, demo reel, and CV.

Roles Available

• Rian – Chinese child, open gender (approximately age 9), curious and energetic with movement or dance experience. Lion dance experience is a strong asset.
• Indian Person at Silk Road – Open gender, approximately age 30. Movement experience preferred.
• Chinese Person at Silk Road – Open gender, approximately age 30. Movement experience preferred.
• Punjabi Man on Railroad – Ages 20–30. Movement experience preferred.
• Chinese Man on Railroad – Ages 20–30. Movement experience preferred.
• Punjabi Grandpa – Ages 60–80. Good comedic timing is a plus.
• Chinese Grandpa – Ages 60–80. Comfortable portraying a gentle daily park stroll.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for selected performers.
• Work on an Innovate Dance Film Showcase finalist project.
• Gain professional film and dance performance experience.

Job Description

A short film is casting two senior male actors for lead roles in an upcoming production filming in Bowling Green, Kentucky. This paid acting opportunity is ideal for experienced performers who can portray emotionally rich characters in a compelling story about friendship, personal growth, and redemption.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in an independent short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Attend filming on assigned production days.

Requirements

• Male actors aged 60 or older (or able to convincingly portray a retired man).
• Casting for two lead roles:
  • Victor
  • Truman
• Submit:
  • Headshot
  • Resume

Compensation

• $250 per filming day.
• Additional $100 travel stipend.
• Paid lead acting opportunity.

Job Description

An independent film project is casting talented voice actors for multiple roles in an upcoming production. This opportunity is open to performers with strong voice acting skills who can bring characters to life through compelling vocal performances. The production is seeking dedicated talent with previous voice work or performance experience to join the project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform voice-over recordings for assigned characters.
• Deliver expressive and engaging vocal performances.
• Collaborate with the production team and follow creative direction.
• Meet recording deadlines and production requirements.

Requirements

• Voice actors of all experience levels are welcome.
• Strong voice acting ability and clear vocal delivery.
• Submit:
  • Full name or professional stage name
  • Voice acting demo reel
  • Portfolio, personal website, or professional casting profile
  • Links to previous voice acting work or performance showreels
  • Relevant experience or additional information

Compensation

• Compensation not specified.
• Opportunity to contribute to an independent film project.
• Portfolio-building experience and production credit.

Job Description

A psychological thriller production is casting multiple union and non-union roles in Los Angeles. The project is seeking a producer, lead and supporting actors, and character performers for a suspense-driven story featuring police officers, doctors, college students, and other dramatic roles. This is an opportunity for experienced talent to join a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned lead or supporting roles in the production.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver compelling, character-driven performances.

Requirements

• Open to union and non-union talent.
• Casting a producer and multiple acting roles, including:
  • Lead antagonist
  • Doctors
  • Security guards
  • Police officers
  • Detectives
  • College students
  • Supporting character roles
• Submit:
  • Acting reel
  • Resume

Compensation

• Standard industry rates.
• Union and non-union roles available.
• Professional film production experience.