Casting Call for Santa

Job Description

A paid short film titled Fallow is casting a lead actress for the role of Romi. The story follows a young woman who returns to her childhood home after her father’s death to settle his affairs, only to discover that saying goodbye to her past is far more complicated than she expected.

This emotionally driven drama explores grief, memory, and personal identity, offering a strong leading role for an actress capable of portraying a complex and determined character.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Romi, in a dramatic short film.
• Deliver an emotionally authentic performance throughout the production.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required.
• Perform scenes involving horse riding.

Requirements

Romi (Lead)

• Female, playing age 18–25.
• Confident and driven personality.
• Character is a country girl who has adapted to city life.
• Strong emotional range and screen presence.
• English speaker required.
• French-speaking ability is a plus but not mandatory.
• Must be able to ride a horse.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Independent self-funded production with a small budget.

Job Description

A dramatic short film titled When He Built a Table is seeking English-speaking actors for an upcoming independent production. Directed by Darion Jacobs, this character-driven project will be filmed in the Greater Montreal area and offers performers the opportunity to collaborate on a meaningful short-form film.

The production welcomes actors of all experience levels, making it an excellent opportunity for both emerging and experienced performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a scripted dramatic short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow creative direction and production requirements.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform in English.
• Prior acting experience is not required but is considered an asset.
• Open to both non-union performers and ACTRA members.
• Reliable and available for production dates.
• Strong interest in participating in an independent film project.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified by the production.
• Non-union project open to both union and non-union performers.
• Opportunity to gain experience and collaborate on an independent dramatic film.

Job Description

A student-produced pilot episode titled The Reservation is casting lead actors for a dark comedy and psychological drama project. Produced by film students at George Brown College, the standalone pilot serves as a proof of concept for a larger series featuring complex characters and ongoing storylines.

The story follows an engaged couple whose invitation to an exclusive hidden restaurant transforms an elegant evening into a tense and emotionally charged confrontation as secrets and buried tensions begin to surface.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in a scripted pilot episode.
• Deliver emotionally nuanced and character-driven performances.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Attend rehearsals and scheduled production days as required.
• Help bring a psychologically layered and dramatic narrative to life.

Requirements

Mia (Lead)

• Female, late 20s.
• Ambitious, composed, and perceptive.
• Able to portray a character who maintains control while avoiding emotional conflict.
• Strong dramatic acting skills preferred.

Tom (Lead)

• Male, early to mid-30s.
• Sensitive and emotionally complex.
• Able to balance humor with vulnerability.
• Strong emotional range required.

Evelyn (Lead)

• Female, early to mid-30s.
• Warm yet subtly unsettling presence.
• Intelligent, observant, and calculated.
• Strong screen presence and character work required.

Submission Requirements

Please submit:

• Headshot
• Acting résumé
• Demo reel (if available)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Non-union student production.
• Meals provided.
• Valuable portfolio-building and on-set experience.

Job Description

A horror short film titled Septicemia is casting two lead female roles for an upcoming production. The story follows Florence, a caring woman whose life begins to unravel after she lets a mysterious young girl into her home.

The production is seeking talented actresses capable of delivering emotionally engaging performances in a suspenseful and character-driven horror narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the film’s lead characters.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Deliver dramatic and emotionally compelling performances.
• Attend rehearsals and filming dates as scheduled.
• Help bring the psychological tension and atmosphere of the story to life.

Requirements

The Girl (Lead)

• Female.
• Playing age 18–20 years old.
• Able to portray a character with two distinct personalities.
• Youthful appearance preferred.
• Strong emotional range and character versatility.

Florence (Lead)

• Female.
• Playing age 40+.
• One of the film’s primary lead characters.
• Must portray a caring, nurturing, and maternal personality.
• Strong dramatic acting skills preferred.

Submission Requirements

Please submit:

• Headshot
• Showreel or acting reel
• Relevant acting experience (if available)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Travel expenses will not be covered.

Job Description

A faith-based feature film is seeking background actors for church crowd scenes in an upcoming production. No acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for individuals interested in gaining on-set experience and becoming part of a meaningful film project.

Selected participants will help create authentic church congregation scenes for the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray church attendees in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors.
• Maintain continuity during filming.
• Arrive prepared and available for scheduled filming activities.
• Contribute to creating realistic church crowd environments on camera.

Requirements

• Open to men and women of all backgrounds.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be able to follow on-set instructions.
• Comfortable appearing in church congregation scenes.
• Reliable and available for filming dates.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not specified by the production.
• Opportunity to gain film set experience and participate in a feature film production.

Job Description

An independent comedy short film is casting three featured interview roles for a key comedic sequence. The project centers on a job interview that becomes increasingly bizarre, with the featured characters portraying professionals attempting to maintain their composure while reacting to absurd situations.

Casting directors are seeking performers with strong comedic instincts, expressive reaction skills, and the ability to deliver believable deadpan performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured interview panel character in a comedy short film.
• Deliver reaction-based performances with strong comedic timing.
• Participate in filming of key comedy sequences.
• Follow direction from the production team and collaborate with fellow cast members.
• Attend filming and complete any required audition submissions.

Requirements

Eugene

• Male, ages 20–30.
• Any ethnicity.
• Modern tech-industry appearance and demeanor.
• Strong reaction-based acting skills.
• Ability to balance professionalism with comedic responses to unusual situations.

Izzy

• Female, ages 20–30.
• Any ethnicity.
• Stylish, creative, and expressive personality.
• Strong deadpan comedic instincts.
• Comfortable portraying a highly observant and professional character with unique personal style.

Gladys

• Female, ages 50–60.
• Any ethnicity.
• Strong presence and commanding demeanor.
• Ability to portray an elegant and intimidating HR representative.
• Excellent expressive reaction skills.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Non-union production.

Requirements

• Must be non-union (not SAG-AFTRA).
• Strong comedic timing and reaction-based acting ability.
• Must be local to the area or able to self-report to set.
• Audition tape required.

Job Description

A commercial production is seeking a real family or a group of actors who can convincingly portray a family for an upcoming commercial shoot. Casting directors are looking for diverse families who can bring warmth, authenticity, and natural chemistry to the screen.

Both real families and actor groups who can realistically represent a family unit are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a commercial photo and video shoot.
• Portray a believable family dynamic on camera.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Attend all scheduled shoot dates and production activities.
• Work collaboratively with fellow cast members and crew.

Requirements

Parent Roles

• One mother and one father.
• Ages 30–40.
• Comfortable appearing together as a family unit on camera.

Child Roles

• Two children.
• Ages 6–10.
• Comfortable participating in a commercial production environment.

Additional Requirements

• Real families preferred, but groups of actors who can convincingly portray a family are welcome.
• Diverse backgrounds and ethnicities encouraged to apply.
• Must be available for the scheduled shoot dates.

Compensation Details

• $300 per day, per person.

Job Description

A UCLA Extension student short film is seeking a talented actress for a lead role in an upcoming narrative production. The project is looking for a performer with strong on-camera presence and the ability to portray a wide range of emotions naturally and authentically.

This opportunity is ideal for actors looking to gain additional footage for their reel, build their portfolio, and collaborate on a creative short film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a narrative short film.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging on-camera performances.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and production activities as required.
• Follow creative direction while contributing to the storytelling process.

Requirements

• Female actress, ages 23–35.
• Strong on-camera presence.
• Ability to portray a broad range of emotions naturally and authentically.
• Comfortable working on a student film production.
• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds.
• Prior acting experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Professional footage for your acting reel.
• Portfolio-building material.
• Experience working on a narrative short film production.

Job Description

The upcoming feature film UnMASKed is casting lead and supporting actors for a dark horror-comedy production filming in the Philadelphia and Bucks County area. The project combines elements of comedy, horror, music, and drama, offering performers the opportunity to portray memorable characters in a unique genre film.

Actors with strong comedic timing, dramatic range, musical abilities, or stage presence are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a feature-length horror-comedy film.
• Attend rehearsals, filming dates, and production meetings as required.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop authentic performances.
• Follow on-set direction and production schedules.
• Participate in scenes involving special effects makeup and mature subject matter when required by the role.

Requirements

Amanda / The Mask (Lead)

• Female, mid-to-late 20s.
• Lead singer of a local band.
• Strong dramatic and comedic acting ability.
• Comfortable with sensitive subject matter and simulated gore.
• Must be comfortable wearing prosthetics and special effects makeup.
• Singing ability preferred but not required.

Jackson (Supporting)

• Male, mid-to-late 20s.
• Amanda’s best friend and bandmate.
• Easygoing personality with strong comedic and dramatic range.
• Guitar-playing experience preferred but not required.

Patrick (Supporting)

• Male, mid-to-late 30s.
• Band manager, producer, and Amanda’s former boyfriend.
• Strong dramatic acting skills required.
• Guitar-playing experience preferred but not required.

Submission Requirements

Please submit:

• Headshot
• Acting résumé
• Acting reel
• Singing reel (if applicable)
• Instrument performance reel (if applicable)

Compensation Details

• Paid acting opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• IMDb credit included.

Job Description

Valencia College Film Production students are casting actors for several upcoming final summer film productions. These non-union student films offer performers the opportunity to gain on-screen experience while collaborating with emerging filmmakers on a variety of dramatic projects.

Multiple productions are casting lead, supporting, and character roles across different genres and storylines. Filming is scheduled to take place throughout the summer in the Orlando area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in student film productions.
• Attend auditions, rehearsals, and filming dates as required.
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members.
• Follow production schedules and creative direction.
• Deliver authentic and engaging performances suited to each project.

Requirements

Project 1 Roles

Dan

• Male, late 40s.
• Ethnicity open.
• Retired military father struggling to reconnect with his family.

Debbie

• Female, late 40s.
• Ethnicity open.
• Perfection-driven mother struggling to emotionally connect with her son.

Evan

• Male, ages 17–18.
• Ethnicity open.
• Quiet teenager dealing with depression and anxiety.

Dr. Desai

• Any gender, 40s–50s.
• Dedicated medical professional with a direct demeanor.

Project 2 Roles

Agnes

• Female, age 16.
• Hispanic.
• Strong dramatic acting skills required.

David

• Male, 40s–50s.
• Hispanic.
• Working-class father figure with emotional depth.

Mother

• Female, 30s–40s.
• Hispanic.
• Warm and resilient parent character.

Nunu

• Female, 60s.
• Hispanic.
• Energetic and expressive grandmother role.

Mara

• Female, late 30s.
• Hispanic.
• Character shaped by hardship and life experience.

Police Officer

• Male, 40s–50s.
• Latino.
• Authority figure role.

Project 3 Roles

Eugenia

• Female, approximately 60 years old.
• Hispanic.
• Spanish-speaking role.

The Translator

• Male, mid-20s.
• Hispanic.
• Spanish-speaking role.

The Doctor

• Male, 45–60 years old.
• Professional medical role.

The Mother

• Female, approximately 70 years old.
• Hispanic.
• Spanish-speaking role.

Project 4 Roles

Mike

• Male, approximately 20 years old.
• Character drawn toward danger despite wanting a better life.

Nikol

• Female, 20s–30s.
• Protective and ambitious character.

Anna

• Female, 20s–30s.
• Strong-willed and determined personality.

Project 5 Roles

Amara

• Female, late teens.
• Ethnicity open.
• Former track athlete recovering from cancer.

Lynn

• Female, 30s.
• Ethnicity open.
• Devoted mother role.

Chris

• Male, 40s.
• Ethnicity open.
• Complex antagonist role.

Nurse

• Female, 40s.
• Caring and supportive character.

Dr. Haines

• Male, 30s.
• Professional medical role with minimal dialogue.

Compensation Details

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Non-union student film productions.
• Valuable experience working with Valencia College filmmakers.

Job Description

An independent feature drama is casting multiple principal and supporting roles for Man of Honor, a compelling story centered on loyalty, betrayal, redemption, and personal choices. The production is seeking talented actors to portray dynamic characters navigating life, relationships, and challenges within an urban environment.

Filming will take place in Dallas, Texas. Actors of strong dramatic ability and authentic screen presence are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in a feature-length drama film.
• Attend rehearsals, filming dates, and production meetings as required.
• Collaborate with the director and cast members to bring characters to life.
• Deliver emotionally engaging and authentic performances.
• Follow production schedules and on-set direction.

Requirements

Reece (Lead)

• Black male, ages 25–35.
• Ambitious, disciplined, and determined.
• Must portray a character balancing the weight of his past while building a better future.

Tyler (Supporting)

• Black male, ages 24–32.
• Charming and street-smart.
• Able to portray loyalty, trust issues, and internal conflict.

Carter (Supporting)

• Black male, ages 35–45.
• Strong dramatic presence.
• Must portray a calculated and powerful figure with leadership qualities.

Sticks (Supporting)

• Black male, ages 40–55.
• Experienced performer preferred.
• Able to portray a wise mentor figure with a complex past.

Angela (Supporting)

• Black female, ages 25–35.
• Intelligent, independent, and driven.
• Strong emotional range and dramatic acting skills required.

Submission Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• Current headshot (clear and professional)
• Acting résumé (PDF format)
• Acting reel (2–3 minutes maximum)

Please include the role name in the email subject line.

Compensation Details

• Roles are currently unpaid.
• Independent film production.

Job Description

A stage production is seeking a Jewish actor to portray an Israeli soldier in an upcoming satirical black comedy drama. The play explores themes surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict and follows the story of a British Zionist who unexpectedly travels to Palestine in an effort to prove to his former girlfriend that he is not a Zionist.

The production is looking for a talented performer who is comfortable working with sensitive subject matter and can contribute to a thought-provoking theatrical experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the role of an Israeli soldier in a live stage production.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and performances.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members throughout the rehearsal process.
• Perform scenes involving the use of non-firing prop weaponry.
• Engage professionally with complex and sensitive themes presented in the production.

Requirements

• Jewish actor.
• Male, approximately 30s–40s.
• Comfortable portraying an Israeli soldier.
• Able to work with material related to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
• Comfortable handling non-firing prop weapons on stage.
• Available for all rehearsals and performances.
• Strong stage presence and commitment to live theater performance.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Travel expenses reimbursed.
• Performers will receive a share of box office revenue from performances.