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Casting Voice Actor for Narrator Role in Culturally Rich Short Film

Job Description
A powerful Jamaican short film is casting a narrator whose voice will guide the audience through the emotional and spiritual journey of the story. The Narrator is omniscient, soulful, and poetic—offering a rhythmic cadence that feels both ancestral and grounded. This voice-over role carries the weight of the film’s tone, serving as the connective thread between characters, culture, and inner transformation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Provide voice-over narration that is rhythmic, poetic, and emotionally resonant

  • Guide the audience through the film’s emotional and spiritual themes

  • Record high-quality audio with clarity, warmth, and tone that honors the story’s roots

  • Collaborate with the director to achieve specific emotional beats and cadence

  • Infuse narration with ancestral gravitas and lyrical flow

Requirements

  • Jamaican voice actor of African descent

  • Gender-neutral or male/female voice with warmth, rhythm, and soulful depth

  • Must be able to deliver poetic lines with emotional intention and narrative clarity

  • Prior experience in voice-over, narration, or performance poetry is a plus

  • Must be based in Jamaica or able to deliver professional remote audio

Compensation

  • Paid voice-over role (rate provided upon selection)

  • Featured vocal role in a culturally significant short film

  • Opportunity to collaborate with a creative and story-driven production team

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Experimental Short Film – Clubgoer Background Roles

Job Description:
An experimental short film is seeking actors, models, and dancers of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and races to portray clubgoers in a highly stylized environment. Talent will be dressed in avant-garde, editorial-inspired wardrobe pieces and will participate in dance and movement-based scenes. This project aims to create an immersive visual experience, making expressive performers with strong physical presence an ideal fit.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Appear as a clubgoer in an experimental film setting

  • Dance and move naturally in an editorial, avant-garde environment

  • Wear assigned wardrobe and collaborate with the styling team

  • Follow direction from the director and on-set team

  • Be available for approximately five hours each filming day

Requirements:

  • Open to all ages, genders, ethnicities, and races

  • Comfortable dancing and performing movement-based actions

  • Able to embrace bold, editorial styling choices

  • Reliable, expressive, and open to artistic direction

Compensation:

  • Compensation details provided upon selection

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Job Type:
Dancer
Skills:
Dancing

Street Dance Short Film Submissions

Job Description
A hip-hop dance festival is accepting submissions for street dance short films to be showcased as part of an upcoming event. Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit projects that authentically represent street dance culture, movement, and storytelling. Selected films will be screened for an international audience that celebrates dance, creativity, and community.

Job Responsibilities

  • Submit a completed short film representing street dance

  • Ensure the film highlights movement, culture, and originality

  • Provide a final cut that meets the festival’s required duration

  • Deliver work that aligns with the artistic vision of street dance filmmaking

Requirements

  • Films must focus on or authentically represent street dance

  • Projects must run between 3 and 20 minutes

  • Open to national and international filmmakers

  • Completed films only

Compensation

  • Selected films will be screened as part of a major hip-hop dance festival

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Older Woman for Short Film Project

Job Description
A powerful short film is seeking an older woman to take on a meaningful, story-driven role. This project focuses on emotional depth, authenticity, and real human experience. Acting experience is not required — the production is looking for someone with natural presence and the ability to connect with the camera in a genuine, heartfelt way.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in scripted scenes for a narrative short film

  • Take simple direction from the production team

  • Bring natural expression and authenticity to emotionally driven moments

  • Work cooperatively with cast and crew in a supportive on-set environment

Requirements

  • Woman, ages 70–85

  • Lebanese-Australian background

  • Comfortable being filmed

  • No acting experience required

  • Must be available for a December shoot in Sydney

Compensation

  • Paid role

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Lead and Supporting Roles for Dark Comedy Short Film

Job Description
A character-driven dark comedy short film is now casting two key roles: a socially withdrawn adult gamer and his sharp-tongued grandmother. The story explores themes of routine, emotional stagnation, and unexpected connection through a grounded, cinematic lens. Filming will take place in Sydney, with the project planned for festival submissions and online release.

Job Responsibilities

  • Deliver nuanced, emotionally rich performances

  • Interpret subtext-driven scenes with authenticity

  • Collaborate effectively with the director and cast

  • Participate in rehearsals and maintain consistency across takes

  • Bring strong presence to both quiet and expressive moments

Requirements

  • GRANDSON: Male, playing age 25–38, preferably Sydney-based; comfortable portraying an unmotivated, isolated character

  • GRANDMA: Female, playing age 65–75, preferably Sydney-based; able to balance sarcasm, grounded realism, and emotional depth

  • Strong capacity for subtle dramatic performance

  • Ability to convey physical and emotional expression in intimate scenes

  • Reliable, collaborative, and committed to character development

Compensation

  • Material from the film provided for showreels

  • Professional experience on a festival-bound short film

  • Opportunity to work on a grounded, emotionally driven narrative

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Short Film Lead and Supporting Roles – Drama/Comedy

Job Description
A new short film is seeking actors for multiple roles in a heartfelt drama/comedy centered around friendship, emotional growth, and lighthearted humor. The story follows four young adults navigating personal challenges while trying to reconnect at their shared hangout spot. Filming will take place in Western Australia with catered meals provided.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray emotionally grounded and comedic moments with authenticity

  • Collaborate with the director and fellow cast to build strong on-screen chemistry

  • Attend rehearsals and deliver consistent performance quality

  • Travel to designated set locations as required

Requirements

  • Actors aged 19–21

  • Ability to perform both comedic and dramatic scenes

  • Comfortable working in emotionally expressive roles

  • Ability to drive to set locations

  • Semi-experienced to experienced performers encouraged to apply

Compensation

  • Non-paid role

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Short Film Spider-Man Becoming

Job Description
A student short film inspired by Spider-Man: Homecoming is now casting for the roles of Peter Parker and Aunt May. The story follows an emotional heart-to-heart conversation between Peter and May after his identity as Spider-Man is accidentally revealed. This project offers performers the opportunity to be part of a heartfelt and character-driven scene exploring family, trust, and responsibility.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray emotional depth and authenticity in a dramatic, dialogue-heavy scene

  • Collaborate closely with the director and student film crew

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming on location at Belfast MET’s Castlereagh campus

  • Bring a strong understanding of character relationships and emotional nuance

Requirements

  • Peter Parker: Male, 18–25, intelligent, kind-hearted, and driven by a desire to do the right thing

  • May Parker: Female, 30–50, warm, supportive, and grounded with a nurturing yet strong personality

  • Must be reliable, collaborative, and available for the scheduled filming date

Compensation

  • Food and travel provided

Casting Call for Short Film in Los Angeles

Job Description
A new short film project in Los Angeles is now casting male and female talent to join the production team for an exciting independent film. This opportunity offers on-set experience, networking potential, and the chance to be featured in a completed short film that will be showcased at a local premiere or screening.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in scripted scenes as directed

  • Collaborate with cast and crew during rehearsals and filming days

  • Bring energy, creativity, and professionalism to the production

  • Participate in promotional events and film screenings if invited

Requirements

  • Females: 18 years and older

  • Males: 18 years and older

  • Must be available on the scheduled filming dates (December 9th and 10th)

  • No acting experience required, but passion and reliability are key

Compensation

  • Unpaid opportunity

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Casting Call for Short Film If These Walls Could Talk

Job Description
A gripping student short film is now casting for If These Walls Could Talk, a psychological drama exploring relationships, obsession, and control. The story follows Joanna, a woman whose peaceful life is disrupted by her noisy new neighbors, Lana and Marcus. As she listens to their escalating arguments and glimpses disturbing behavior through half-open blinds, she uncovers something dark and sinister beneath the surface.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray complex emotional scenes authentically and with depth

  • Collaborate closely with the director and cast to develop character dynamics

  • Participate in rehearsals and scheduled film shoots

  • Deliver strong performances in both dialogue-driven and silent tension scenes

Requirements

  • Joanna (Lead Role): Female, playing age 40–59, any ethnicity. A woman who transitions from annoyance to deep unease as she discovers her neighbors’ secrets.

  • Lana (Supporting Role): Female, playing age 20–29, any ethnicity. Youthful and reckless, driven by emotion and passion but masking inner turmoil.

  • Marcus (Supporting Role): Male, playing age 29–35, any ethnicity. Charismatic yet manipulative, capable of portraying psychological control and danger.

  • Comfortable with emotionally intense subject matter (themes of domestic tension and control)

  • Prior acting experience preferred but not required

Compensation

  • Paid roles

Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Extras – Short Film “The Cycle”

Job Description
A short film titled The Cycle is seeking extras to join its visually stunning production. Directed by Dasha Krachun, this project follows a symbolic story of transformation, loyalty, and devotion, blending elegant Victorian imagery with deep emotional storytelling. Filming will take place on campus.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a young adult character evolving from a Victorian dancer to a soldier

  • Participate in choreographed background movements and atmospheric scenes

  • Collaborate with the director and team to bring the story’s emotional tone to life

  • Follow on-set instructions with professionalism and focus

Requirements

  • All genders welcome

  • No acting experience required

  • Must be comfortable performing expressive, movement-based roles

  • Available for filming on the scheduled shoot date

Compensation

  • Copy, credit, and meal provided

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Job Type:
Extra
Skills:
Acting

Short Film Casting – Multiple Roles

Job Description
A short film is casting several roles for an upcoming production that captures the intensity and emotion of a fast-paced urban story. The shoot involves a mix of lead and background characters, including a conductor, doctor, and a diverse group of subway passengers.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform assigned character roles naturally and effectively on camera

  • Collaborate with the director and crew to deliver authentic, believable performances

  • Follow on-set directions and maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

  • Work within a short 3–4 hour filming window

Requirements

  • The Conductor: Bearded White male, ideally over 6’0″, confident presence, commanding demeanor

  • Doctor: White or Asian woman, mid-30s to 40s, professional and composed

  • Extras: Six diverse individuals to portray subway passengers; open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

Compensation

  • The Conductor: $100/day

  • Doctor: $100/day

  • Extras: $80/day

Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Scars in Bloom – Short Film Casting

Job Description
A heartfelt short film is casting for lead roles in “Scars in Bloom,” a story about a lonely girl who finds solace in plants and the one person who truly sees her. This emotionally rich project explores themes of acceptance, friendship, and self-discovery through quiet, visual storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

  • Bring authenticity and emotional depth to character-driven performances

  • Collaborate closely with the director and crew to convey vulnerability and growth

  • Participate in rehearsals and filming with professionalism and creativity

  • Engage with visual and environmental storytelling elements on set

Requirements

  • Must be 18+ but able to portray a teenager

  • Available for filming in Orlando, Florida

  • Comfortable with emotional and expressive acting styles

Roles Available

  • Monomay (Lead, Female): A teen girl marked by facial scars who finds comfort and confidence through her love of plants and a new friendship that helps her heal

  • Jason (Lead, Male): The school’s “Golden Boy” athlete who hides his insecurities behind his charm, learning empathy and vulnerability through his connection with Monomay

  • Fan Club (Supporting, Any Gender): A group of students who admire Jason and serve as a social backdrop to his emotional transformation

Compensation

  • Unpaid, copy and credit provided

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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Languish – Short Film Casting

Job Description
A dramatic short film is seeking talented actors for two powerful lead roles in “Languish.” The story explores the emotional distance between a mother and daughter as they confront grief, faith, and generational wounds. This project offers an opportunity to perform deeply layered characters in an intimate and moving narrative.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray emotionally complex roles with depth and authenticity

  • Collaborate with the director and cast to bring powerful interpersonal dynamics to life

  • Participate in rehearsals and shoot days with professionalism and focus

  • Convey subtle emotional transitions through nuanced performance

Requirements

  • Female, African American

  • Mother: 47–60, a widowed woman ruled by faith and routine; hides judgment and fear beneath a composed devotion to tradition

  • Clio: 25–32, independent and self-contained; weighed down by grief, anger, and the ghosts of her past, struggling with her mother’s rejection

  • Must be available for filming in Los Angeles

  • Non-union actors only

Compensation

  • Paid: $220/day

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07-10-2025

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