CASTING CALL – ACTION SHORT FILM“I GOT A DEAD CHICK IN MY TRUNK”

College Girl 1, 2 & 3 – Featured Background

Job Description:
A suspense short film is seeking featured background talent to portray college friends in vibrant social scenes. These roles require high energy and natural chemistry in dance-driven moments.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray college students in featured background scenes

• Participate in dance challenges and social interactions

• Maintain continuity and high energy on set

Requirements:

• Female, early 20s

• African American

• Comfortable dancing on camera

• Strong, expressive personality

Compensation:

• Featured background credit

• Non-union short film opportunity

Rider 2 / Rebecca (VO) – Day Player Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A suspense/thriller short film is casting Rider 2, a companion character whose influence shapes key decisions. This role involves physical performance and gestures, along with a voiceover component.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a companion character through actions and expressions

• Contribute voiceover performance as directed

• Collaborate with cast and director on key scenes

Requirements:

• Female, late 30s

• White

• Strong expressive acting ability

• Comfortable performing voiceover

Compensation:

• Day player role

• Voiceover credit

• Non-union short film experience

Rider 1 – Day Player Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A suspense short film is casting Rider 1, an inquisitive character with an interest in history and culture. This day player role requires subtle character work and strong screen presence in limited scenes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a curious and observant character

• Deliver dialogue with intelligence and nuance

• Work efficiently in a limited shooting schedule

Requirements:

• Male, late 30s

• Caucasian

• Strong character acting skills

Compensation:

• Day player credit

• Non-union short film experience

Erica Standfield – Supporting Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A non-union thriller short film is seeking an actress for Erica Standfield, a confident college student with a strong personality and social presence. This role adds depth to the college friend dynamic central to the story.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a college student in key supporting scenes

• Perform in social and dance sequences

• Deliver expressive and engaging on-camera presence

Requirements:

• Female, 22 years old (or able to portray)

• African American

• Approximately 5’9”

• Long hair, curvaceous figure

• Comfortable dancing and performing in group scenes

Compensation:

• Supporting role credit

• Short film performance opportunity

Renee Rider – Supporting Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A suspense short film is casting Renee Rider, a college student balancing financial struggles while maintaining her vibrant social life. This supporting role requires warmth, energy, and emotional range in a dramatic thriller setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a college student in supporting scenes

• Deliver natural, expressive performance

• Participate in dance and social scenes

• Collaborate with ensemble cast

Requirements:

• Female, 21 years old (or able to portray)

• African American (dark-skinned)

• Braided hair, manicured nails

• Comfortable dancing on camera

• Strong acting ability

Compensation:

• Supporting role credit

• Non-union short film experience

Tre – Supporting Role (Non-Union Short Film)

Job Description:
A non-union suspense/thriller short film is casting Tre, a powerful and sinister supporting character. This role calls for a commanding on-screen presence with the ability to convey quiet intensity and physical dominance. Minor stunt work is required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a strong, haunting supporting character

• Perform minor stunt sequences

• Deliver controlled, intense dramatic performance

• Work closely with production during action scenes

Requirements:

• Male, early 30s

• Caucasian

• Ginger/red facial hair

• Physically strong build

• Comfortable with minor stunt work

Compensation:

• Supporting role credit

• Non-union short film opportunity

• Professional film experience

Non-Union Short Film Casting Call – Suspense/Thriller

Job Description:
A non-union short film is now casting for a suspense/thriller project set in New Orleans. This independent film casting call centers on a gripping story about a motorist from Erath, Louisiana who struggles with addiction and finds herself in a dangerous situation while working in New Orleans.

Producers are seeking talented actors who can bring emotional depth, intensity, and authenticity to this dramatic thriller. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking to expand their indie film credits in a character-driven short film production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray complex, emotionally layered characters in a suspense/thriller short film

• Deliver compelling dramatic performances

• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

Requirements:

• Non-union actors

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable performing in emotionally intense scenes

• Professional headshot, resume, and acting reel required for submission

• Available for filming in Louisiana

Compensation:

• Non-union short film credit

• Opportunity to work on a suspense/thriller project

• Professional on-set experience

Latina Actors for Short Film “Flor De Alcatraz”

Job Description
A new non-union short film is now casting Latina actors for “Flor De Alcatraz,” an upcoming project filming in Los Angeles. This one-day shoot, scheduled for mid-March, tells a heartfelt story set in 1940s Chavez Ravine, where two sisters share a meaningful afternoon shaped by their family’s migration story from Mexico.

Casting directors are seeking strong bilingual and emerging Latina talent to portray layered, character-driven roles. Actors must be based in Los Angeles or willing to work as LA locals.

This is a paid short film opportunity offering on-set experience and a chance to collaborate on a powerful narrative project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in a short film

• Deliver natural and emotionally grounded performances

• Speak English and/or Spanish as required by the role

• Be available for one shoot day in mid-March

• Follow direction from the film’s creative team

Requirements

• Must be Latina and LA-based (or able to work as LA local)

• Non-union performers

Roles:

• Sol (“La Sunset”) – Latina, ages 16 to late 20s, brown skin, strong personality, natural storyteller

  • Must speak Spanish and English fluently

• Teresita – Latina, ages 7–10, brown skin

  • Must speak English and some Spanish (does not need to be fluent)

Compensation

• $300 for one-day shoot (10% agency included if applicable)

Job Description
The indie horror short film THEM is now casting three roles for an upcoming production shooting in New Jersey. This non-union project explores generational trauma, mental health, and the lingering effects of childhood experiences through a dark and unsettling narrative.

The film will shoot over select weekends during Summer and Fall 2026. This is a paid, indie low-budget project.

Roles Casting

Linda
Female, Caucasian, ages 50–60 (to play 55)
Abby’s mother. Sarcastic but genuine. Wants to reconnect with her daughter but feels emotionally pushed away.

Thomas
Male, ages 50–65
Abby’s therapist. Calm, supportive, and genuine. Helps Abby confront and work through her mental struggles.

Jonathan
Male, Caucasian, ages 50–60 (to play 55)
Abby’s father. Struggles with addiction and impulsive behavior. Emotionally volatile.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit for audition sides

• Participate in weekend shoot schedule

• Perform emotionally intense dramatic material

Requirements

• Must fit listed age ranges

• Strong dramatic acting skills

• Available for weekend shoots

• Non-union talent

Compensation Details

• Paid (Indie Low-Budget Rate)

• Non-Union

Student Film Casting Call

Job Description
A Columbus, Ohio student film production team is now casting actors for multiple short films filming this spring. This student film casting call is seeking local Ohio actors who can work in the Columbus and Granville areas.

With multiple short films in production, there are a variety of acting roles available, including lead, supporting, and voice acting opportunities. Most projects are narrative-based, offering actors the chance to gain on-camera experience, collaborate with emerging filmmakers, and build their portfolios.

Filming is scheduled to take place between March and May. In-person auditions will be held at various Columbus-area locations.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned roles in student short films

• Attend in-person auditions at designated Columbus-area locations

• Collaborate with student directors and production teams

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming dates

• Deliver authentic performances suited to narrative-driven projects

Requirements

• Must be based in Ohio and able to travel to Columbus and Granville

• Open to male and female actors in the following age ranges:

  • Male: 18–22

  • Male: 25–35

  • Male: 40–60s

  • Female: 18–25

  • Female: 30–60

• Comfortable working on student film productions

• Reliable transportation to audition and filming locations

• Voice acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Unpaid student film opportunity

• On-screen credit for portfolio and resume

• Experience working on multiple short film projects

Background Actors for “Boatlift 9/11” Short Film – Wilmington, NC

Job Description
A short film production is now casting background actors for Boatlift 9/11, filming in Wilmington, North Carolina. Casting directors are seeking local talent to fill two featured background roles in this upcoming independent film.

This project is looking for performers who are reliable, available for scheduled shoot days, and ready to contribute to a meaningful short film production. If you are based in Wilmington and meet the character descriptions below, this is an opportunity to gain film set experience and receive a stipend for participation.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in a short film

• Follow on-set direction from assistant directors

• Be available for full shoot days as required

• Maintain professionalism during filming

• Arrive on time and prepared for call times

Requirements

• Strong Men (1 role available)

  • Any ethnicity

  • Ages 20–40

  • Must be available all scheduled shoot days

• Son (1 role)

  • African American male

  • Approximately 40s

  • Must be available for required shoot date

• Must be local to Wilmington, NC

• Available for all required filming dates

• Submit name, photo, and contact information when applying

Compensation

• Volunteer background roles

• $100 stipend to cover expenses

• On-set short film experience

• Film credit for portfolio

Young Jimmie (Ages 7–12) – Principal Role in Bilingual Short Film

Job Description
A bilingual (English/French) dramatic short film titled Tender Rage is now casting for the principal role of Young Jimmie. Filming will take place in Toronto, and the project centers on a queer family navigating emotional complexity, identity, and healing.

Young Jimmie is a central character in this 10–12 minute film. He is sensitive, sweet, and full of hope, navigating an emotionally charged family dynamic. The role requires a young performer who can portray vulnerability and depth in dramatic scenes, including one scene with implied violence.

This is a paid opportunity under an ACTRA Low Budget Tier 3 agreement.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Young Jimmie in a dramatic short film

• Perform emotionally layered scenes

• Work closely with the director and cast

• Be available for scheduled shoot dates

Requirements

• White male child, ages 7–12

• Francophone (French-speaking) talent

• Sensitive and expressive performance style

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

• GTA local hire

• Union and non-union performers may apply

Compensation

• Paid principal role

• ACTRA Low Budget Tier 3 production

• Professional short film credit