Casting Actors / Performers – Pro-Bono Web Design Performative Project (7.31.25)

Studio Engineers for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking talent to portray studio engineers in scenes set within a professional recording or production environment. Performers will help bring authenticity to the studio setting through natural reactions, focused energy, and believable on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray studio engineers in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Maintain realistic interactions and reactions appropriate to a recording studio

• Support continuity needs across multiple takes

Requirements

• Men

• Ages 25–45

• All ethnicities

• Able to convincingly portray a studio engineer

• Must be able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Rate provided upon booking

High School Students for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking talent to portray high school students in classroom and school environment scenes. Performers should be able to authentically represent the look, energy, and demeanor of teenagers, contributing to a realistic and engaging school setting on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in background scenes as high school students

• Follow direction from the production team

• Provide natural reactions and interactions suitable for a school environment

• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Boys and girls

• Ages 14–20

• Able to convincingly portray high school students

• Open to all ethnicities

• Able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Rate provided upon booking

Nail Salon Customers for Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film is seeking women to portray nail salon customers in a fun, everyday environment. Talent will appear in casual scenes that help build the world of the story, adding authenticity and energy to the setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a nail salon customer in background scenes

• Follow direction from the production team

• Provide natural reactions and interactions that feel true to a salon environment

• Maintain continuity and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Women, all ethnicities

• Ages 18+

• Comfortable appearing in a casual salon setting

• Able to work as a local hire

Compensation

• Rate provided upon booking

Male Photo Double for Feature Film (Ages 40–50)

Job Description
A new feature film shooting in Atlanta is seeking a male photo double who closely matches a specific look. This opportunity requires someone with salt-and-pepper hair and an Italian or Mediterranean appearance. Selected talent must be fully available for multiple dates and may also be considered for recurring stand-in work throughout production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for key lighting, framing, and over-the-shoulder shots

• Match the height, hair, and overall appearance of the actor

• Follow direction from the production team to maintain continuity

• Be punctual, professional, and collaborative on set

Requirements

• Male, 5’6″–5’7″

• Ages 40–50

• Salt-and-pepper hair

• Italian or Mediterranean appearance

• Must be available in the Atlanta area for specified dates

• Comfortable with potential haircut or style match if needed

• Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Compensation

• Paid photo double role (rate provided upon selection)

• Potential for additional stand-in work

Job Description

A fantasy/horror short film is now casting for the lead role in an upcoming Tropfest project. The story follows a young woman who, after receiving an ultimatum from the only family she has left, is forced into a nightmarish journey through her own subconscious as she confronts long-buried guilt and emotional trauma. This is an opportunity for an actor capable of delivering layered, nuanced performances and portraying intense internal conflict.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the emotional and psychological depth of the protagonist

• Deliver a performance that shifts between subtle restraint and moments of raw vulnerability

• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring a complex character to life

• Participate in all required rehearsals and filming days

• Follow direction and remain adaptable in a genre-blended fantasy/horror environment

Role Details

Rosario — Protagonist

• Age: Early to mid-20s

• Gender: Female

• Physical: Hispanic/Latina background preferred

• Character Description:
  Rosario is a layered contradiction — observant yet guarded, accommodating yet analytical. Although she reveals little verbally, her face and body betray the emotions she hides. Years of suppressing guilt have made concealment second nature, but when the ultimatum arrives from the last family member she has left, her practiced composure fractures. What emerges is everything she’s spent years avoiding.

Requirements

• Strong acting ability, especially in emotional and psychological storytelling

• Comfortable performing in fantasy/horror settings

• Ability to portray subtle expressions as well as intense emotional beats

• Must submit the required application materials

Compensation

• Unpaid, but catering provided during shoot days

Feature Film – Elder Pacific Islander Male (Speaking Role)

Job Description
Casting an elderly Pacific Islander man for a speaking role in a professional feature film shooting in February 2026. Production is looking for someone with natural storytelling charm—someone who enjoys being in the spotlight, telling stories, or delivering light-hearted jokes. This role is ideal for a community elder who may have never acted before but has the personality and presence to shine on screen.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a speaking role with clarity and confidence

• Bring warmth, personality, and authenticity to the character

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in rehearsals or prep as required

• Contribute genuine storytelling energy to the film

Requirements

• Male, Pacific Islander

• Ideally 80+ years old

• Slim build

• Must be based in Auckland

• Fluent in English

• Comfortable on camera and enjoying storytelling or performing

Compensation

• Paid role in a professional feature film

Feature Film Lead Role – Emmily

Job Description
A new feature film is seeking an actress to portray Emmily, one of the two lead characters in an emotionally rich and character-driven story. Emmily is in her mid-20s, creative, expressive, and passionate—someone whose artistic side shapes her worldview. As the story follows a young couple navigating commitment, love, and unexpected change, Emmily’s role calls for depth, warmth, and strong emotional range. No prior acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for someone new to film who is comfortable being authentic and open on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Emmily with emotional nuance and grounded realism

• Perform dramatic and intimate dialogue scenes

• Collaborate closely with the director and co-lead to build an authentic on-screen relationship

• Participate in rehearsals and follow creative direction

• Maintain professionalism, consistency, and reliability throughout production

Requirements

• Female, mid-20s

• Open to performers of all backgrounds

• Comfortable with emotionally driven storytelling

• No acting experience required

• Able to work collaboratively and take direction

• Comfortable traveling for the shoot if needed

Compensation

• $249 per day + 10% agency fee (if applicable)

Creature Role – Feature Film

Job Description
A feature film shooting in Tampa is seeking a highly physical, expressive actor to portray a haunting creature bound in a metal torture mask and carrying a coral-encrusted spear. This non-speaking role requires strong physical acting skills, the ability to move with eerie precision, and a commanding presence that creates tension on screen. The character embodies a disfigured, pirate-like spirit with an intense, unsettling energy.

Job Responsibilities
• Perform as a creature character using full-body physical acting
• Convey emotion and intensity through movement rather than dialogue
• Execute physically demanding actions safely and effectively
• Follow direction to achieve the film’s haunting, suspenseful tone
• Maintain professionalism and stamina throughout the multi-day shoot

Requirements
• Ages 23–40
• All ethnicities welcome
• Male
• Muscular or strong physical build
• Comfortable in heavy costuming, including a metal torture mask
• Ability to perform intense physical actions
• Strong non-verbal acting and expressive body movement
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Tampa (no travel covered)

Compensation
• $436/day
• SAG-AFTRA MPA (pending)
• Non-union talent welcome
• Rate includes 20% agency fee

Male Hand Double – Netflix Film

Job Description
A Netflix film is casting a male hand double for a baking-focused role in Atlanta. This position requires someone who is highly comfortable performing baking actions on camera, with hands that match the visual needs of the production. The ideal candidate will have steady, expressive hand movement and the ability to follow precise direction while performing close-up actions.

Job Responsibilities
• Perform baking actions for close-up hand shots
• Follow detailed direction to match timing, motion, and continuity
• Maintain clean, camera-ready hands throughout filming
• Work professionally and efficiently on set

Requirements
• Male
• African American
• Ages 20–35
• Dark brown skin tone
• Slim or average-sized fingers
• Must be very comfortable baking on camera
• Must be able to work as a local hire in Atlanta

Compensation
• $225 for a 12-hour day

Featured Roles – Film Shooting in the Bahamas

Job Description
A feature film shooting in the Bahamas is casting for featured roles that support key emotional moments in the story. These roles require young talent who can portray natural reactions, sincerity, and authenticity. Selected actors will appear in scenes that highlight family dynamics and the personal journey of the main characters.

Young Joe — Featured Role (Male, Age 9)
A young boy who looks up to his father with admiration and awe. This role requires a child actor able to portray innocence, emotional sensitivity, and believable reactions in heartfelt scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform emotional and reactive scenes alongside lead actors

• Deliver natural expressions, body language, and presence

• Work collaboratively with the director to achieve authentic storytelling

• Bring sincerity and believability to key moments in the film

Requirements

• Male, approximately 9 years old

• Able to portray admiration, emotion, and subtle expressions

• Comfortable taking direction on set

• Must have a passport

• Must be available Jan 13–30 for the Bahamas shoot (plus one additional workday)

Compensation

• $150 per day

Ben – Film Role (Bahamas Shoot)

Job Description
A feature film shooting in the Bahamas is seeking an actor to portray Ben, a warm and grounded character who serves as both the moral compass and the emotional anchor of the story. Ben is a semi-retired police chief and bar owner with Caribbean roots and a Bahamian accent. He is wise, steady, compassionate, and deeply connected to the community. This role requires an actor capable of conveying calm authority, kindness, and emotional depth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Ben with natural warmth, wisdom, and sincerity

• Deliver scenes with emotional gravitas and steady presence

• Use a Bahamian accent authentically and consistently

• Perform as a trusted mentor and conscience to the protagonist

• Work collaboratively with the director to bring nuance to the role

Requirements

• Male, 60s

• Strong acting ability with a warm, grounded presence

• Capable of performing with emotional depth and gentle authority

• Ability to convincingly use a Caribbean/Bahamian accent

• Must have a passport

• Must be available Jan 13–30 for the Bahamas shoot (plus one additional workday)

Compensation

• $200 per day

Joe “Bullet Joe” Davis – Film Role (Bahamas Shoot)

Job Description
A feature film shooting in the Bahamas is seeking an actor to portray Joe “Bullet Joe” Davis, a former wrestler battling guilt, fear, and deep emotional scars. Joe is world-weary yet carries a subtle, unbreakable inner strength. This role requires an actor who can express complex emotional layers, conveying both vulnerability and power. The character has a rugged look but must be willing to shave for a clean-up scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring depth and emotional authenticity to a world-weary protagonist

• Perform scenes requiring strong physical presence and intensity

• Deliver a commanding vocal tone for coaching-related moments

• Collaborate with the director to portray Joe’s inner turmoil and gradual resilience

• Participate in a clean-shaven scene as required

Requirements

• Male, 40s

• Strong dramatic acting skills with the ability to portray internal conflict

• Physically capable of portraying a former wrestler

• Willingness to shave for specified scenes

• Must have a passport

• Must be available Jan 13–30 for Bahamas shoot (plus one additional workday)

Compensation

• $200 per day