Female Actor Casting Call for Comedy Short Film
Job Description
A comedy short film is casting young female actors for lead roles in a story centered on friendship, identity, and coming of age within a close-knit cultural community. This character-driven project explores humor, individuality, and personal growth through witty dialogue and authentic performances. Actors should be able to realistically portray teenage characters and bring depth, timing, and heart to the screen.
Job Responsibilities
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Perform in a scripted comedy short film as a lead character
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Deliver sharp, natural dialogue with strong comedic timing
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Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled
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Collaborate closely with the director and cast
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Bring authenticity, emotional range, and nuance to the role
Requirements
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Female actors
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Playing age: 17 (actors must be 18+ and able to realistically portray a teen)
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Open to actors from relevant cultural backgrounds or lived experiences
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Any accent welcome
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Strong acting ability with confidence in dialogue-heavy scenes
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Reliable and available for rehearsals and filming
Roles Available
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Hani – Guarded, sarcastic, witty, and quietly thoughtful; perceived as “weird” before being known
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Munira – Overconfident, charismatic, self-assured, and bold with a sharp sense of humor
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Yasmin – Polished, performatively kind, self-obsessed, and socially dominant
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Salma – Anxious, principled, painfully sincere, rule-following, and unintentionally funny
Compensation
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Paid acting roles
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Professional credit
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Meals provided during filming
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Lead Child Actor (Refugee or Migrant Background) for Short Film
Job Description
A short dramatic film is casting a thoughtful, curious child (age 9–12) to play the lead character Elmi, who forms a powerful friendship amid rising tension. The production welcomes first-time performers and offers a supportive environment for young talent to shine.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray Elmi with honesty and emotional depth
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Work closely with the director to develop the character’s journey
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Collaborate with another young co-star to depict a believable friendship
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Attend fittings, rehearsals, and seven shoot days
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Maintain focus and professionalism on set
Requirements
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Boy or girl aged 9–12
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Refugee or migrant background strongly encouraged (e.g., Eritrea, Sudan, Somalia, Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Vietnam)
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No prior acting experience required; enthusiasm and authenticity valued
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Able to travel to a British seaside town for all filming dates
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Parent or guardian consent and supervision throughout production
Compensation
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Paid role (rate disclosed upon selection)
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Travel and meals covered during filming
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Screen credit and footage for future opportunities
