Casting Call for Santa

Job Description

A micro-short found-footage horror film is seeking a monster performer for an upcoming production in New York City. The project follows a young woman living in her car who documents her life for YouTube, only to discover that something terrifying is moving outside her vehicle in the middle of the night.

The film is inspired by atmospheric horror and relies heavily on suspense, sound design, and creature performance. No previous experience is required, making this a great opportunity for aspiring performers interested in independent horror filmmaking.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a monster character in a found-footage horror film.
• Follow creative direction from the filmmaker and production team.
• Perform physical movements and actions required for the creature role.
• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during overnight filming.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Reliable and available for an overnight shoot.
• Comfortable performing physical and creature-based actions.
• Ability to take direction and adapt to production needs.
• No prior acting experience required.
• Interest in independent horror filmmaking is a plus.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional project information will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

Versa Films is casting performers for a series of coming-of-age vignettes in an upcoming music video for a Saskatoon artist. The project explores themes of freedom, rebellion, friendship, and youthful adventure through cinematic slow-motion sequences featuring children, teenagers, and young adults.

This non-union production welcomes both actors and non-actors and is seeking talent for a variety of featured roles portraying memorable moments from adolescence and young adulthood.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray featured characters in scripted music video scenes.
• Follow creative direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in age-appropriate action sequences and group activities.
• Collaborate with fellow performers during filming.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production.

Requirements

Skateboarder Teens

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 15–23.
• Comfortable skateboarding and performing action-oriented scenes.

Kids on Bikes

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–13.
• Comfortable riding bicycles.

Water Balloon Kids

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–13.
• Comfortable participating in outdoor group scenes.

Jump Rope and Hopscotch Kids

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 9–12.
• Comfortable participating in playground-style activities.

Prankster Pre-Teens

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 12–15.
• Energetic personality and comfortable performing playful scenes.

Wrestling Siblings

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 14–18.
• Two performers able to portray siblings.

Kissing Couple

• Any gender.
• Any ethnicity.
• Ages 19–23.
• Comfortable performing scenes involving kissing and sharing a cigarette prop.

Compensation Details

• Pay: $50 per actor
• Time commitment: 60–90 minutes per role
• Non-union production.
• Non-actors are encouraged to apply.

Job Description

The dramatic series Nest is seeking talented actors for paid roles in an upcoming production filming in Philadelphia. The series explores themes of modern relationships, betrayal, redemption, family conflict, and personal growth through emotionally driven storytelling.

Casting directors are looking for dedicated performers who can bring authenticity, depth, and compelling character work to a range of principal and supporting roles. Both experienced actors and emerging talent are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a character in a dramatic series production.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Deliver emotionally authentic and engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director, cast, and production team.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production process.

Requirements

Production is casting multiple roles, including but not limited to:

Deshawn Cooper

• Male.
• Late 30s.
• A father struggling with limited time with his son while navigating challenges involving his ex-wife and the court system.

Cedric Barksdale

• Male.
• Early 40s.
• A reserved civil servant and workaholic who uncovers his wife’s affair, revealing hidden aspects of his personality.

Troy Dawson

• Male.
• Mid to late 20s.
• Young detective navigating personal and professional challenges.

Additional Roles

• Multiple principal and supporting characters are available.
• Open to both experienced performers and emerging talent.
• Strong dramatic acting abilities preferred.

Compensation Details

• Paid acting roles.
• Additional compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

The short film Psychosis is seeking two actresses for a psychological thriller project filming in the San Francisco Bay Area. The story follows a successful stockbroker who arrives for what should be a routine therapy session, only to discover that everything she believes about her life may be a lie. As the night unfolds, the line between delusion and reality begins to disappear.

Production is looking for talented actresses capable of delivering emotionally intense and psychologically complex performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a short film production.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members.
• Deliver compelling dramatic performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Female actors only.
• Age range: 20–35.
• Strong acting ability and emotional range.
• Comfortable performing in a psychological thriller environment.
• Reliable and available for production in the Bay Area.
• Resume and social media profiles required for submission.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional payment and production information will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

A dark comedy action film is casting three actors with Italian or Mediterranean looks for supporting roles in an upcoming production filming in the San Francisco Bay Area. The project has been described as having a tone similar to The White Lotus, blending comedy, drama, and action elements.

Casting directors are seeking performers who can authentically portray Italian-inspired characters in key supporting roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in a feature film production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with the director and cast.
• Deliver engaging and believable performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

Supporting Female Role

• Female.
• Italian or Mediterranean appearance.
• Able to portray a character in a supporting role.
• Preferred playing age: 50s.

Supporting Male Role

• Male.
• Italian or Mediterranean appearance.
• Able to portray a character in a supporting role.
• Preferred playing age: 50s.

Mafia Member Role

• Male.
• Italian or Mediterranean appearance.
• Playing age: Mid-30s.
• Strong character acting abilities preferred.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional payment and production information will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

A Canada Arts Council-funded short film is seeking an Eastern Asian actress or non-actress to play a lead role in an upcoming production. The film explores themes of grief, motherhood, and closure against the backdrop of Forillon National Park in Gaspé, Quebec.

Casting directors are looking for a woman in her early to mid-50s who can portray a thoughtful, reserved, and emotionally nuanced character. Both experienced performers and individuals without acting experience are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a dramatic short film.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Participate in production activities as required.

Requirements

• Female.
• Eastern Asian.
• Early to mid-50s.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Open to actresses and non-actresses.
• Able to portray a character who is curious, quiet, and emotionally reserved.
• Must be based in Quebec or able to work in the province.

Compensation Details

• Rate: $1,200 CAD flat fee
• Transportation per diem provided.
• Non-union production.
• Additional project details will be discussed with selected applicants.

Job Description

The short film Our Growing Pain is casting actors for two principal teacher roles in a character-driven drama set within a middle school environment. The story follows a veteran teacher who becomes determined to force a newly hired educator to resign, creating tension and conflict within the school community.

Production is seeking talented performers who can bring depth, complexity, and authenticity to these leading roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a short film production.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop the character.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Deliver emotionally engaging and believable performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

Ms. Samantha

• Female, ages 20–39.
• Kind, understanding, and compassionate demeanor.
• Able to portray a highly respected teacher loved by students and faculty.
• Strong dramatic acting abilities.

Mrs. Dolor

• Female, ages 40–69.
• Strong character actor with an authoritative presence.
• Able to portray a veteran educator who is deeply loyal to the education system.
• Comfortable performing dramatic and emotionally complex scenes.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional payment and production information will be provided to selected actors.

Job Description

A psychological horror proof-of-concept film is casting London-based actors for Castrato, a period project set within a 1970s boys’ choir conservatoire. The story explores themes of obsession, faith, and the preservation of beauty through a haunting narrative centered around a gifted choirboy whose extraordinary voice becomes the focus of dangerous fascination.

Production is seeking actors for several principal roles across multiple age ranges. This is an opportunity to work on an independent horror project with rich dramatic material and character-driven storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a psychological horror short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring characters to life.
• Deliver emotionally authentic and engaging performances.
• Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

Peter

• Male, ages 8–11.
• Quiet, sensitive, innocent, and deeply musical.
• Strong acting ability preferred.

Albert

• Male, ages 10–14.
• Ability to portray a young character within a choir conservatoire setting.
• Comfortable performing dramatic scenes.

Michel-Cesar

• Male, ages 40–60.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• Ability to portray a disciplined and authoritative choir director.

Nurse Valentina

• Female, ages 35–60.
• Strong character acting ability.
• Comfortable performing in a psychological horror narrative.

General Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work in London.
• Reliable and available for the production schedule.
• Previous acting experience is beneficial but not required.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified.
• Additional project and payment information will be provided to selected applicants.

Male Lead Actor for Independent Short Film

Job Description

An award-winning director is casting a male lead for an independent short film shooting this summer in Brooklyn. The production is seeking an authentic and charismatic performer to bring a compelling character to life. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for emerging talent, non-actors, skaters, rappers, and individuals from all backgrounds who have a unique story to tell.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in an independent short film
• Collaborate with the director and production team
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled
• Deliver an authentic and engaging performance
• Contribute to the creative vision of the project

Requirements

• Male-identifying actor or non-actor
• Ages 18–22
• Strong personality and on-camera presence
• No prior acting experience required
• Skaters and rappers are encouraged to apply
• Open to individuals from all backgrounds
• Available for filming in Brooklyn during the summer

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Lead role in an independent short film
• Work with an award-winning director
• Valuable on-set and screen acting experience

Boys Who Play Soccer for Major International Feature Film

Job Description

A major international feature film is casting Indian and Pakistani boys for small supporting roles. Production is seeking young talent who play soccer and are excited to be part of a large-scale film project. No previous acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for young performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in a feature film
• Participate in scenes involving soccer-related activities
• Follow direction from the production team
• Work professionally with cast and crew members
• Attend scheduled filming days as required

Requirements

• Indian or Pakistani boys
• Ages 9–11
• Soccer skills or playing experience preferred
• Based in Sydney or able to work in Sydney
• Available for filming during the production period
• No previous acting experience required

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Featured role in a major international feature film
• Professional on-set experience
• Opportunity to work on a large-scale production

Talent Search for Actors and Models Who Use Mobility Aids

Job Description

A talent agency is seeking kids, teens, and adults who use mobility aids for potential representation and upcoming entertainment industry opportunities. This talent search welcomes individuals who use wheelchairs, walkers, and other mobility devices and are interested in pursuing opportunities in film, television, commercials, print, and digital media. Performers of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in auditions, castings, and talent opportunities as they become available
• Represent characters authentically in entertainment and media projects
• Work professionally with casting directors, clients, and production teams
• Maintain communication regarding availability for future projects
• Attend bookings and productions as required

Requirements

• Kids, teens, or adults
• Must use a mobility aid, including wheelchairs, walkers, or similar devices
• Interested in acting, modeling, or entertainment industry opportunities
• Open to talent representation opportunities
• All experience levels are welcome

Compensation

• Compensation varies by project
• Potential opportunities in film, television, commercials, and digital media
• Professional representation and career development opportunities

True Crime Reenactment Actor – Jonathan (Victim)

Job Description

A true crime television reenactment series is casting a male actor to portray Jonathan, a victim character in a dramatic recreation for network television. This role requires performers who are comfortable portraying scripted violence and murder-related content in a professional production environment. Filming will take place in the Knoxville area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character of Jonathan in a true crime reenactment
• Follow scripted scenes and production direction
• Participate in scenes involving dramatized violence and crime-related content
• Work collaboratively with the cast and production team
• Maintain professionalism on set throughout filming

Requirements

• Male actor
• Mixed ethnicity
• Early 20s appearance
• Black hair
• Comfortable with scripted violence and murder-related content
• Resemble the character description provided by production
• Available for filming in the Knoxville area

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Work on a network television true crime series
• Gain professional on-set experience and screen credits