Casting Call – Short Film – Casting Call for The Narrator

Job Description
A short thriller/drama film is casting background actors for scenes set in a mental hospital. Production is seeking a variety of looks to portray everyday hospital roles, including doctors, patients, and orderlies (patient assistants). This is a great opportunity for performers who want on-set experience in a narrative film environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a background role in a mental hospital setting (doctor, patient, or orderly).

• Follow on-set direction from the director and production team.

• Maintain continuity with wardrobe, hair, and blocking as required.

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work for the full time needed on set.

Requirements

• Must be comfortable working as a background actor in a hospital-themed scene.

• Must be able to work as a local hire/self-report to set.

• Submit a photo of yourself with your application.

• All experience levels welcome.

Compensation Details
Unpaid. (No compensation provided.)

Job Description
A short film production is casting English-speaking voice actors (male and female) for a paid, remote voiceover opportunity. This project is open to newbies and first-time voice actors, as long as you can deliver clear, engaging reads and follow direction.

Job Responsibilities

• Record English voiceover performances for a short film (male or female roles).

• Deliver clear, high-quality audio recordings that match tone, pacing, and direction.

• Take feedback and provide revisions/pickups if requested.

• Meet agreed turnaround times for submissions and final audio delivery.

Requirements

• English-speaking voice talent (male and female roles).

• Comfortable recording remotely (home setup).

• Ability to follow direction and provide clean, understandable audio.

• Newbies welcome (no prior credits required).

Compensation Details
Paid role(s). Specific rate details will be provided by production upon selection.

Job Description
A short film is casting for the role of Dave, a hardworking husband character who is exhausted but deeply caring. This is a non-union, passion project role and is open to Black or white actors. Talent should be comfortable performing in a character-driven, narrative short film environment and taking direction on set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Dave with emotional honesty, warmth, and grounded realism.

• Perform scripted scenes as directed and collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

• Take adjustments/direction quickly to support story, pacing, and continuity.

• Arrive prepared and ready to work, including wardrobe/hair/makeup readiness as required by production.

Requirements

• Role: Dave

• Age Range: 20–28

• Ethnicity: Open to Black or white actor

• Must be able to convey an “exhausted but caring” presence believably on camera.

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

• Must provide name and reel for consideration.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid (Non-paid passion project)

Job Description

A non-union horror/thriller short film is casting multiple speaking roles for the project “Eyeless.” The story follows Macy after she’s kicked out of a college party and encounters a mysterious crying girl covering her eyes. Production is seeking actors who can portray college-aged characters (20s) and deliver natural, grounded performances with strong emotional range. Crew interest is also being collected separately by production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a horror/thriller short film, including dramatic and suspense-driven moments.
• Take direction from the director and production team and collaborate with scene partners on set.
• Participate in rehearsals, table reads, and filming days as scheduled.
• Arrive prepared with lines learned and maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Must be able to portray a character in their 20s (college student age range).
• Comfortable performing in a horror/thriller tone (suspense, tension, emotional intensity).
• Ability to work well in an ensemble cast and follow on-set direction.
• Roles currently seeking:
  • Macy: 20s college student; popular; tall; mean.
  • Lindsay: 20s college student; Macy’s best friend; preppy presenting.
  • Mina: 20s college student; Macy’s other best friend; alternative presenting.
  • Josh: 20s college student; jock; blonde or brunette; tall.
  • Darcy: 20s college student; shorter; introverted.

Compensation Details

Non-Union. Unpaid. (Experience/credit-based opportunity.)

Job Description

A short film production is casting talent local to San Antonio, Texas for lead roles. The project is seeking performers who can bring strong emotional range and on-camera presence to a dramatic story. Actors of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit, provided they match the character breakdowns below.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured lead character in a scripted short film.

• Take direction from the director and collaborate professionally with the production team.

• Attend rehearsals and participate in filming as scheduled by production.

• Arrive prepared, camera-ready, and able to deliver consistent performances across takes.

Requirements

Role 1: Melody (Lead)

• Playing age: 21–30

• Character type: Engaging young woman central to the emotional arc of the story

• Look notes: Blonde hair (natural or wig) and fair/light complexion preferred for continuity (hair color can be achieved via wig or dye)

• Must be comfortable portraying the specific look required for the role

Role 2: Chivalry (Lead)

• Playing age: 25–35

• Character type: Strong, principled male with a commanding presence and strong sense of honor

• Look notes: Athletic or fit build, confident demeanor (hair color/ethnicity may be open—focus is on capturing the character’s presence)

• Must be comfortable portraying the specific look required for the role

Compensation Details

• Paid daily rate (negotiable based on experience)

• Meals provided

• IMDb credit

Job Description

A short film titled “Twyla” is casting for upcoming roles in a coming-of-age horror drama. The story follows a young woman struggling to enter adulthood who takes a job on an isolated farm—where a caged dog and a neighbor’s strange, obsessive behavior push her to confront a painful wound from her childhood.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a narrative short film.

• Collaborate with the director and production team to develop character and tone.

• Take direction well and maintain professionalism on set.

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming as required by production.

• Provide requested audition materials (headshot, reel/demo, resume, and the role you’re interested in).

Requirements

Twyla (19)

• Sensitive, intuitive, and curious, but troubled by a difficult past.

• A college dropout who appears to have derailed her life.

Tyler (16) — Actor must be 18+

• Stunted and socially inept; antisocial in behavior.

• Unkempt with poor emotional regulation.

• Character commits a serious crime in response to romantic rejection (actors must be comfortable portraying dark subject matter).

Mrs. Dweyer (60s)

• No-nonsense, hardworking woman who owns a farm.

• Strong and reserved; emotionally distant with a slightly masculine edge.

• Deeply sensitive and empathetic underneath.

Compensation Details

• $100/day rate

• On-screen credit

• Meals provided

Job Description

A short film is seeking security guards aged 25–40 for paid roles. This project is looking for individuals who can convincingly portray professional, alert, and authoritative security personnel in a cinematic setting. Talent must be based within the M25.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a security guard in scenes requiring awareness, presence, and professionalism.

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, movement, and continuity across multiple takes.

• Maintain character consistency and a realistic security demeanor throughout filming.

• Work collaboratively with the production team and other cast members.

Requirements

• Age Range: 25–40

• Must be based within the M25 (Greater London area).

• Ability to convincingly portray a security role (prior experience helpful but not required).

• Reliable, punctual, and professional on set.

Compensation Details

• Paid role (exact rate to be provided upon inquiry).

Job Description

A short film is seeking office workers (aged 25–40) for paid roles. This opportunity is ideal for talent who can portray realistic workplace energy—professional, natural, and believable in an office environment. Applicants must be based within the M25.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an office worker in background or featured background scenes for a short film.

• Follow on-set direction, including blocking, timing, and continuity for multiple takes.

• Arrive camera-ready and maintain a professional, cooperative attitude during filming.

• Work comfortably as part of an ensemble in a workplace setting.

Requirements

• Age Range: 25–40

• Must be based within the M25 (Greater London area).

• Comfortable performing in an office environment and taking direction on set.

• Reliable availability for production scheduling (details provided upon inquiry).

Compensation Details

• Paid role (exact rate to be provided upon inquiry).

Job Description

A SAG dramatic short film titled “JOE, KNOW? NO!” is seeking talent to portray Joe, a grounded, thoughtful family man navigating the emotional friction of marriage, work, and boundaries. The project is written and directed by Asaph Polonsky, with Marchant Davis (REALITY) attached to play Rob.

Joe is an immigration lawyer, a devoted husband and father, and someone who appears confident with people he knows—but can read as shy or guarded with strangers. He’s optimistic but realistic, polite yet assertive, and values kindness and boundaries, even when others don’t return the same energy.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as Joe in a dramatic short film, delivering naturalistic, emotionally grounded dialogue and reactions.

• Collaborate with the director and production team during rehearsal and filming to align performance with the story’s tone and pacing.

• Portray subtle relationship dynamics, internal conflict, and character authenticity in a concise short-film format.

• Attend a scheduled rehearsal day and be available for 1–2 shoot days as needed by production.

Requirements

• Gender: Male

• Age Range: 40s (approximately 40)

• Ethnicity: Any ethnicity

• Role Type: Supporting

• Must be comfortable portraying a married father of two and performing emotionally nuanced material.

• Professionalism on set, ability to take direction, and strong character-driven acting skills.

• SAG eligibility/affiliation preferred (project listed as SAG short film).

Compensation Details

• Rate: $250 per day

• Additional Time Commitment: 1 rehearsal day + 1–2 shoot days (paid shoot days; rehearsal details provided by production)

• Usage: Film festival circuit; additional distribution TBD

Job Description
A student short film is casting lead roles for an upcoming dramatic project centered on family, trauma, and personal growth. The story follows two brothers navigating a difficult household as they confront inherited behaviors, emotional conflict, and their desire to become better versions of themselves. This is a strong opportunity for actors interested in character-driven storytelling and emotionally grounded performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a principal character in a narrative-driven student short film

• Collaborate closely with the director and fellow cast members

• Participate in rehearsals and on-set filming as scheduled

• Deliver emotionally authentic performances aligned with the script and character arc

Requirements

• Open to performers capable of portraying complex family dynamics

• Comfortable working on an indie/student film set

• Strong acting skills with the ability to convey emotional depth

• Availability for filming during the production window

Compensation

• Unpaid role

• Travel and transport to and from set will be covered by production

Job Description
A paid non-union short film titled Why Gamble on Love? is casting for two principal roles. The story follows Jayce, an Asian woman pressured to marry, who enters a high-end matchmaking agency and begins to unravel what’s really being sold beneath the polished surface. This project is seeking actors who can deliver layered, emotionally precise performances with strong comedic timing and subtle shifts in tone. Filming and rehearsals will take place in the Los Angeles area.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted scenes for a character-driven short film.

• Deliver nuanced emotional beats, comedic timing, and natural dialogue work.

• Take direction and collaborate with the creative team during rehearsals and production.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in the Los Angeles area.

• Casting the following roles:

  • Jayce (Late 20s): Asian female. Sharp, observant, quietly skeptical; needs strong comedic timing, emotional range, and vulnerability.

  • Ling (Late 20s): Asian female. Charismatic, precise, polished senior consultant type; requires authority, restraint, and controlled intensity.

Compensation

• Paid non-union roles (rate provided upon selection).

Job Description
An independent short film is casting three roles for a drama with dark humor. The story follows a Greek-Australian man dealing with grief after his brother’s funeral, spiraling into a night of emotional reckoning. This is a festival-focused short film and a strong opportunity for actors who enjoy grounded, character-driven work with edge.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for an independent short film.

• Bring emotional nuance and natural chemistry to relationship-driven scenes.

• Take direction well and work collaboratively with a small film team.

• Be available for one shoot date within the scheduled filming window.

Requirements

• Must be able to work in Sydney (Inner West).

• Casting the following roles:

  • Ninah (30+): Any ethnicity. Compassionate, curious, intuitive; shares history with Johnny and reconnects as he faces grief.

  • Mark (30): Greek-Australian. Chaotic, charismatic, allergic to responsibility; barrels through life on bravado, bad decisions, and emotional avoidance.

  • Helen (60+): Greek-Australian. Loving and traditional; grieving mother who clings to Johnny and unintentionally places emotional weight on him.

• One shoot date required for each role (exact date provided upon selection).

Compensation

• Unpaid roles.

• Screen credit provided; film intended for festival submission.