Casting Call for Kids with Visual Impairments

Dystopian Short Film – Casting Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description
A poetic and emotionally charged dystopian short film is casting talent for a visually rich narrative centered on girlhood, quiet rebellion, and systemic repression. This compelling project is seeking actors to portray complex characters who navigate a society bound by control and secrecy. With strong themes of identity and resistance, the film presents an opportunity for actors to showcase depth and subtlety in performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally layered characters with clarity and restraint

• Collaborate closely with the director to bring grounded, nuanced performances

• Engage in rehearsals and shoot days with professionalism and adaptability

• Deliver strong non-verbal presence, especially in roles with limited dialogue

• Participate in any required in-person auditions or callbacks

Requirements

• All talent must be local to Charlotte, NC or work as a local hire

• Lead Roles:

  • Dolion – Male, 17–18 (must be 18+ to play younger): perceptive, quietly courageous, seeking forbidden connection

  • Peter – Male, 17–18 (must be 18+ to play younger): kind, soft-spoken, slight limp, longs to be seen for his heart

• Featured & Supporting Roles:

  • President – Male, 40–70: powerful, silent figurehead, strong presence

  • Guard – Male, 25–50: enforces rules rigidly, no-nonsense demeanor

  • Man at the Feast – Male, 30–60: entitled, part of an elite selection ritual

  • Mill Woman – Female, 30–60: indoctrinated, authoritative, delivers intense performance during a key scene

Compensation

• Lead roles: $125/day plus 10%

• Supporting and featured roles: $50/day (single day shoot)

• Professional work environment with character-driven storytelling

Puppeteers, Stilt-Walkers, Jugglers & Trick Artists – Seasonal Performance Roles

Job Description
Unleash your unique talents and be part of an unforgettable seasonal entertainment experience. Energetic and skilled performers with specialty acts—whether it’s puppeteering, stilt-walking, juggling, or trick artistry—are invited to audition for engaging fall and holiday shows. This is your chance to showcase your craft in front of excited audiences and spread joy through creativity and skill.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a 60-second comedic, family-friendly monologue

• Demonstrate your unique tricks, talents, or physical comedy during auditions

• Entertain and interact with guests in themed environments

• Collaborate with fellow performers to create memorable seasonal entertainment

• Maintain high energy and safety awareness during performances

Requirements

• Must be 16 years or older at the time of audition

• Proven experience in one or more specialty performance areas (puppetry, stilt-walking, juggling, etc.)

• Ability to engage with audiences of all ages in a fun, friendly manner

• Strong stage presence and sense of humor

• Committed to professionalism, safety, and collaborative spirit

Compensation

• Paid performance roles

• Starting at $13.50 per hour

• Additional shifts available during high-traffic event dates

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity is open for London-based female models to join a small but creative project. This shoot is a great chance to gain experience, expand your portfolio, and collaborate with a dynamic creative team. Whether you’re new to modeling or looking to add something fresh to your reel, this role is designed to highlight natural talent and on-camera presence in a low-pressure, high-vision environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in a professionally styled photoshoot

• Collaborate with the creative team to bring visual concepts to life

• Pose confidently and follow direction from the photographer

• Maintain a positive and adaptable attitude on set

Requirements:

• Female presenting talent only

• Must be London-based

• Comfortable in front of the camera

• Reliable and punctual

• Open to working with a small production team

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity

• Final imagery for portfolio use

• Creative exposure through professional channels

Families Needed for Documentary on Kids Receiving Their First Smartphone

Job Description
A new documentary is casting real families from across the U.S. who are planning to buy their child their very first smartphone in 2025. This project will explore the emotional, social, and cultural impact of this pivotal milestone through real experiences. If your family is about to take this big step, this is a chance to share your story and be part of a meaningful media project.

Job Responsibilities

• Share your family’s story and decision-making process around purchasing your child’s first smartphone

• Participate in filmed interviews and day-in-the-life scenes

• Engage honestly with the topic of digital access, parenting, and technology

• Be open to collaborating with the film crew during production

Requirements

• Parents or guardians of tweens planning to get their first smartphone in 2025

• Families located anywhere in the United States

• Must be comfortable on camera and willing to share authentic experiences

• Must be available for remote or in-person production (details provided upon selection)

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (specific rate provided upon interest/selection)

Actors for Intimate, Character-Driven Short Film

Job Description
A grounded short film is casting union and non-union talent for a Vancouver-based production exploring mental health and intimacy through a queer-centered lens. This is a naturalistic story told with emotional honesty and care, with all intimacy scenes professionally guided by an intimacy coordinator. This is an opportunity to collaborate on an artful, meaningful narrative while working with a supportive and inclusive team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally nuanced characters in a grounded dramatic setting

• Engage in sensitively choreographed intimacy scenes with professionalism

• Collaborate closely with director and intimacy coordinator for authenticity and safety

• Deliver authentic performances centered on connection, vulnerability, and identity

Requirements

• Lead Role

  • Late 20s to mid 30s

  • Woman, transgender woman, or nonbinary

  • Queer-identifying

  • Comfortable with partial nudity and simulated intimacy (no explicit content)

  • Available all three shoot days

• Supporting Role

  • Mid 20s to early 30s

  • Female-identifying, nonbinary, or gender-diverse

  • Queer-identifying or LGBTQ+ allied

  • Comfortable with light intimacy (no nudity)

  • Available all three shoot days

• Principal Role

  • Ages 20–30

  • Woman, transgender woman, or nonbinary

  • Social, expressive, and confident—social media–savvy a plus

  • Available for a half-day shoot

Compensation

• Lead: $300/day (3 days)

• Supporting: $250/day (3 days)

• Principal: $200 flat (½ day)

• All roles paid under UBCP/ACTRA Ultra Low Budget (ULB) agreement

Actors and Real People for Recovery Awareness PSA

Job Description
A powerful new PSA campaign is casting actors and individuals with real experiences connected to addiction and recovery. This heartfelt project aims to share honest, emotional stories to help break the stigma surrounding substance use and healing. Whether you’ve lived it, supported someone who has, or can authentically portray the journey—your voice matters.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filmed testimonials or reenactments based on recovery stories

• Share real-life experiences with empathy, vulnerability, and truth

• Accurately portray emotional arcs related to addiction, support, and recovery

• Collaborate with directors and crew to bring awareness-driven storytelling to life

Requirements

• Ages 18–40, all ethnicities and backgrounds encouraged

• Must be in recovery, have supported someone through it, or be able to portray the experience sincerely

• Non-union talent only

• Must be available for filming in the DC, MD, or VA area

Compensation

• $1,500+ for selected participants

Tradespeople Casting for Commercial Shoot

Job Description
An exciting commercial project is casting skilled tradespeople including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, construction workers, and HVAC technicians. No acting experience is required—just real-world expertise, a professional attitude, and a willingness to be part of a dynamic filming experience. This opportunity is ideal for hardworking individuals eager to showcase their craft on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a professionally staged shoot representing your trade

• Follow on-set direction while performing light, realistic work-based actions

• Collaborate with crew and other tradespeople to ensure smooth production flow

• Maintain a reliable, on-time presence during filming

Requirements

• Must have real-life experience in a trade (plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical, construction, etc.)

• Must be local to New England (Southern Maine or Seacoast New Hampshire)

• Comfortable working on camera with no prior acting experience

Compensation

• $1,000 if selected and cast

Teenage Boy for Lead Role in Live-Action Feature Film

Job Description
A major live-action feature film is now casting a teenage boy for a lead role in a new Disney production. The team is searching for a young actor with natural screen presence to portray a 15-year-old character. No prior acting experience is required—just talent, commitment, and the ability to take direction. This is an exciting opportunity to work under an award-winning casting director and be part of a major studio release.

Job Responsibilities

• Rehearse and perform in a feature-length live-action film

• Embody and bring depth to a central character throughout filming

• Collaborate with an experienced production team in a professional on-set environment

• Commit to the full filming and rehearsal schedule from August through the end of 2025

Requirements

• Male, aged 13–16

• Must be able to portray a 15-year-old on screen

• Must speak with a clear American accent

• Available to film in the UK for an extended production timeline

• Parents must also confirm their relationship and provide consent for submission

Compensation

• Paid lead role in a Disney live-action film

• Work with high-profile creatives on an international project

• Valuable experience and industry exposure

Professional Basketball Players for National Commercial

Job Description
A high-profile national commercial is casting elite basketball talent with strong on-court presence. This opportunity is open to current or former high-level players who can showcase dynamic skills and professional athleticism. Producers are looking for two male players with NBA-level experience and one female player with WNBA-level ability. Talent will be featured in visually powerful scenes for a major brand campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in an on-camera commercial performance as a basketball athlete

• Execute dribbling, shooting, ball-handling, and movement sequences

• Follow direction to bring athletic energy and precision to the production

Requirements

• 2 male players (NBA-level), 1 female player (WNBA-level)

• Must be current or former high-level basketball players

• Video must display core basketball skills and be clear, steady, and well-lit

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for national commercial exposure

• Showcase talent in a professionally produced campaign

• Work with a premier commercial production team

Job Description
A brand-new UK adventure series is casting pairs with unresolved relationship challenges who are ready to reconnect. Whether you’re dealing with a generational divide, estrangement, or just need help finding common ground, this heartwarming journey could help bring you closer. Ideal for friends or family members who feel misunderstood or emotionally distant, this show offers the chance to heal and rebuild on camera.

Job Responsibilities
• Participate in an adventure-based reality series filmed in the UK

• Engage in guided experiences designed to open dialogue and strengthen relationships

• Share your story with authenticity and vulnerability on camera

Requirements
• Open to all UK-based pairs (family members, friends, etc.)

• Must be willing to discuss and work through personal or relational challenges

• Must be available for filming as scheduled by the production team

• Comfort being filmed and participating in emotionally honest conversations

Compensation
• Compensation details provided upon selection

• All travel and accommodation typically covered (subject to confirmation)

Cheerleaders for YouTube Video Shoot

Job Description
A popular content creator is seeking three energetic and enthusiastic cheerleaders for an upcoming YouTube video shoot in Atlanta. This exciting opportunity offers paid participation and exposure on a high-visibility platform. Ideal for performers who enjoy on-camera energy and want to be part of viral entertainment content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform cheer routines or high-energy interactions during video filming

• Follow creative direction and collaborate with production team

• Engage with the content creator and fellow performers to elevate video presence

Requirements

• Must be based in or near Atlanta and available this Thursday

• Background in cheerleading, dance, or performance preferred

• Comfortable on camera and working in a group setting

• Must be reliable, punctual, and camera-ready

Compensation

• Paid opportunity for video participation

• On-camera credit and exposure with a popular YouTube creator

• Potential for future video collaborations