“Black Tar Magic” Casting Call

Job Description

Black Dog Productions is casting three actors for Black Tar Magic, an ambitious short film production filming in the Greater Boston area. The paid project is open to both union and non-union performers and centers on three emotionally complex characters navigating addiction, grief, secrets, and personal unraveling. The production is seeking performers with strong dramatic instincts and emotional range. The two lead roles require physically and emotionally demanding performances, including simulated drug use and depictions of addiction-related illness, while the supporting role calls for a controlled, darkly comedic presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a scripted dramatic role in Black Tar Magic.
• Work closely with the director to portray emotionally complex material.
• Handle mature themes involving addiction, grief, and drug use where required.
• Perform physical and emotionally demanding scenes appropriate to the assigned character.
• Follow production direction and established safety procedures for choreographed scenes.

Requirements

• Delia – Lead: Female, ages 20–29. A famous model spiraling while trying to overcome addiction and the traumatic loss of her boyfriend. Requires significant emotional and physical range, including portrayals of withdrawal, vomiting, shaking, sobbing, and screaming. Must be comfortable with suggested drug use and depictions of physical illness.
• Kip – Lead: Male, ages 20–29. A worn-down rock star struggling with opioid addiction while hiding a dark secret. Requires strong emotional range and stamina, moving from detached calm to an intense breakdown. Must be comfortable with simulated drug use, including choreographed, non-graphic needle preparation/injection, and a stage-combat or stunt-adjacent scene.
• Felicity – Supporting: Female, ages 20–29. Cool, composed, and businesslike, with a dry sense of humor. She functions partly as Kip’s manager and partly as his dealer. Requires strong dark-comedy timing. No simulated drug use is required beyond handling props such as a baggie and cigarette.
• Must be able to work in the Greater Boston area.
• Open to union and non-union actors.

Compensation

• Paid.

Job Description

A non-union student short film titled Mascot is casting actors and background talent in the Los Angeles/Westchester area. The comedy follows Aaron, an ambitious young sports broadcaster trying to redeem himself after covering a 37U flag football game, only to find himself increasingly frustrated by a relentless and unpredictable mascot. The production is casting four featured roles, including Aaron, his co-host Trey, supervisor June, and mascot Benny. Additional performers are also needed as flag football players, coaches, a referee, announcer, show runner, and crowd extras.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a comedy-driven student short film.
• Perform scripted scenes while following direction from the filmmaking team.
• Lead actors should bring the personality and comedic dynamics of their respective characters to life.
• Background performers will help create the atmosphere of a flag football game and sports broadcast environment.
• The performer playing Benny must be comfortable wearing a mascot costume.

Requirements

• Aaron: Black man, mid-20s. Ambitious, talented, and defensive. A rising sports broadcaster desperate to redeem himself after a humiliating demotion.
• Trey: Black man, mid-20s. Goofy, underrated, and competitive. Aaron’s laid-back co-host whose increasing professionalism creates unexpected competition.
• June: Black woman, late 20s to 30s. Composed, demanding, and observant. Aaron’s supervisor who pushes him toward success while questioning whether he can handle the pressure.
• Benny: Any age. Must be willing to wear a mascot costume. An unpredictable, silent, and provocative mascot whose antics repeatedly challenge Aaron.
• Flag Football Players: Ages 30+.
• Additional Background Roles: Two coaches, referee, announcer, show runner, and crowd extras of any age.
• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles/Westchester area.

Compensation

• Compensation is not specified.
• Non-union student production.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting a Caucasian male actor for the day-player role of Joe. The production is seeking a performer between 40 and 50 years old who can perform scripted material naturally and work effectively within a professional film set environment. The role is a short paid booking with no specific height requirement.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Joe in a day-player role.
• Perform scripted scenes for the production.
• Follow direction during filming.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Caucasian male.
• Ages 40–50.
• Any height.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $85 for 4 hours or less.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting a Caucasian female actor for the day-player role of Anne. The production is seeking a performer between 40 and 50 years old who can confidently deliver scripted material and take direction during filming. The role offers a short paid booking on a narrative film production and is open to performers of any height who meet the requested casting profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Anne in a day-player role.
• Perform scripted material on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Caucasian female.
• Ages 40–50.
• Any height.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $85 for 4 hours or less.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the day-player role of Shane. The production is seeking a performer between 32 and 38 years old who is at least 5’11” and comfortable performing scripted scenes on camera. Selected talent will work directly with the production team to portray the character and complete the required scenes for the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Shane in a day-player role.
• Perform scripted scenes on camera.
• Follow creative direction during production.
• Work professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 32–38.
• Height: 5’11” or taller.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $85 for 4 hours or less.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the day-player role of Kevin. The production is seeking talent between the ages of 30 and 40 who can confidently perform scripted material and work effectively with the production team. This is a short paid booking suitable for actors looking to add another film credit and gain experience on a narrative production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kevin in a day-player role.
• Perform assigned scripted scenes.
• Take direction from the production team.
• Work professionally alongside cast and crew.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 30–40.
• No specific height requirement.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $85 for 4 hours or less.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the day-player role of Detective Smith. The production is seeking a performer who can portray the detective character while meeting the specified age and height requirements. This is a paid acting opportunity for talent comfortable working on a micro-budget production, performing scripted material, and taking direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Detective Smith in the film.
• Perform scripted scenes for the character.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 30–45.
• Height: 5’10” or taller.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $225 for approximately 1.5 days of work.

Job Description

A New York-based micro-budget film is casting an African American male actor for the supporting role of Joseph. The production is seeking a performer who fits the specified age and height requirements and can confidently handle a supporting character within the film. Selected talent should be comfortable performing scripted material, taking direction, and collaborating with the cast and production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Joseph in a supporting role.
• Perform scripted scenes as directed.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and production team.
• Prepare appropriately for the assigned scenes.

Requirements

• African American male.
• Ages 35–42.
• Height: 5’7″ or taller.
• Must be available to work in New York.

Compensation

• $150 per day.

Job Description

A short film titled “2 Grand Later (Barkly Times Film 2)” is casting two lead actors for a live-action production in Ocala, Florida. The 10–15 minute film follows two theater students working together on a performance studies project centered around a late-2010s dog blog, presented through a modern nu-metal-inspired concept. The production is seeking performers for Braeden and Madison, two creative and confident protagonists with contrasting personalities. Virtual auditions are accepted, and rehearsals will take place remotely via Zoom. Filming is expected to require approximately one to two days.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform one of two lead roles in a 10–15 minute live-action short film.
• Portray a theater student involved in the film’s central performance studies project.
• Learn and perform scripted scenes while bringing personality and authenticity to the character.
• Collaborate with the other lead actor and production team.
• Participate in remote rehearsals before filming.

Requirements

• Braeden: Male, ages 18–45, any ethnicity.
• Braeden is creative, determined, and confident and is completing an Acting 2 performance studies project.
• Madison: Female, ages 18–40, any ethnicity.
• Madison is sarcastic, creative, humorous, and confident and helps Braeden with his project while seeking film acting experience.
• Must be available to work in Ocala, Florida.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Compensation

• $115 for approximately 4.5 hours of filming.
• Paid lead roles.
• Food provided.
• Additional production-related items provided.

Job Description

A student short film titled “As the Sun Sets” is casting Florida-based talent for two parent roles in a heartfelt drama centered on a Latin family. The production is seeking performers who can bring authenticity and emotional depth to the roles of Sandra, the mother, and Cruz, the father. No prior acting experience is required. The project will film in Tallahassee, Florida, with travel, accommodations, and meals provided for selected talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a parent in a family-centered dramatic short film.
• Perform emotionally grounded and natural scenes.
• Work collaboratively with the student filmmaking team.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Sandra – Mom: Hispanic/Latina woman, ages 40–59; Puerto Rican or Cuban preferred; caring, sensitive, and stubborn personality; must be a native Spanish speaker.
• Cruz – Dad: Hispanic/Latino man, ages 40–59; Cuban-American preferred; dreamy, ambitious, and avoidant personality; must understand Spanish and be able to drive.
• Florida locals are encouraged to apply.
• No previous acting experience required.

Compensation

• Unpaid roles.
• Travel and accommodations covered.
• Meals provided on set.

Job Description

An independent horror production is casting a male actor to portray Tony in the paranormal short film “Phasmo.” The story centers on four investigators whose search for answers inside a suburban home becomes increasingly dangerous as they uncover the deadly force haunting the property. Tony is the group’s natural leader. He is charismatic and comfortable joking with his friends, but quickly becomes serious when circumstances demand it. The role calls for an actor who can project confidence and leadership while revealing vulnerability and genuine fear as the investigation begins to unravel.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Tony as a confident and charismatic group leader.
• Balance lighter character moments with serious horror sequences.
• Demonstrate natural leadership and authority on screen.
• Show believable vulnerability and fear as events escalate.
• Collaborate effectively with the other actors and production team.

Requirements

• Male actor, late 20s.
• Strong screen presence and natural leadership qualities.
• Comfortable performing in horror and high-stress scenes.
• Able to balance dramatic performances with comedic moments.
• Comfortable working with a small independent film crew.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Food provided during production.
• Screen credit provided.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

A paranormal horror short film is casting a male actor to play James, the serious and methodical member of a four-person investigation team. “Phasmo” follows the group into a suburban home connected to unexplained activity, disappearances, and deaths, where their routine investigation takes a terrifying turn. James is focused, disciplined, and committed to following the rules. He often serves as the voice of reason when others become distracted, requiring an actor who can deliver a grounded performance while gradually revealing genuine fear as the situation becomes increasingly dangerous.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray James as serious, focused, and methodical.
• Deliver a grounded and natural dramatic performance.
• Convey escalating fear while maintaining the character’s disciplined personality.
• Perform effectively in suspenseful and high-stress horror scenes.
• Work collaboratively with the ensemble and production crew.

Requirements

• Male actor, mid-20s.
• Strong ability to portray a serious, grounded character.
• Comfortable performing fear, tension, and horror material.
• Able to balance restrained character work with increasingly intense scenes.
• Must be comfortable working with a small independent production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Food provided during production.
• Screen credit provided.
• Non-union production.