Casting Call for Male and Female Supporting Roles – Short Film “Stall”
Job Description
A comedy-drama short film titled Stall is seeking talented actors for multiple supporting roles. The film explores ambition, timing, and the chaos of life’s curveballs through sharp writing, humor, and heartfelt performances. This project offers a great opportunity for emerging actors to showcase their range in a character-driven story.
Job Responsibilities
-
Portray complex and dynamic supporting characters with strong comedic timing and emotional nuance.
-
Collaborate closely with the director and cast to bring realism and chemistry to the scenes.
-
Contribute to the film’s tone with authentic, engaging performances.
Available Roles
-
Stall Man: Male, 20–30. Hot-headed and slightly arrogant perfectionist whose obsession with routine masks stress and self-doubt.
-
Rick Larsen: Male, 40–60. Intimidating and aloof CEO of Hourglass Magazine — professional, confident, and short-tempered.
-
Alex: Female, 20–30. Sharp-tongued, witty senior assistant with a mischievous streak who enjoys watching others stumble.
Requirements
-
Strong acting ability with experience in comedy or drama.
-
Must provide headshot and showreel or previous work when applying.
-
Ability to take direction well and deliver nuanced performances.
-
Must be Sydney-based or able to work locally.
Compensation
-
Paid roles.
Related jobs:
Job Description
A 5-minute, one-take student short film titled A Thief in the Night is seeking actors for two principal roles. This suspense-driven project will be filmed on location in Glebe and is intended for university showcase screenings and film festival submissions.
The story follows a thief attempting to evade detection after breaking into a young woman’s home—only for her to mysteriously disappear without a trace.
This is an unpaid student production offering food, screen credit, and a copy of the completed film.
Job Responsibilities
-
Portray one of two lead roles in a continuous one-take short film
-
Deliver emotionally grounded performances in a suspense/thriller setting
-
Collaborate closely with the student director and crew
-
Participate in rehearsals and all scheduled shoot days
-
Provide a self-tape or previous acting clip for consideration
Requirements
The Thief
-
Male
-
Ages 18–30
-
Open ethnicity
-
Height between 5’8” – 6’4”
-
Tall, slender or average build
-
Must convincingly portray a character dealing with grief
Young Woman
-
Female
-
Ages 18–30
-
Open ethnicity
-
Height between 5’4” – 5’10”
-
Able to portray a character frustrated with repetitive life circumstances
-
Strong acting ability required
-
Comfortable performing in a one-take filming format
Compensation Details
-
Unpaid student film
-
Food provided
-
Screen credit
-
Copy of completed film
-
Invitation to university showcase screening