CASTING: Supporting role of KHÔI

Job Description:

The independent short film HAPA is casting paid and unpaid acting roles for its upcoming production filming in the San Francisco Bay Area this August. Casting directors are seeking talent for principal, supporting, day player, and background roles in a story exploring identity, ambition, class, cultural ostracization, and the HAPA experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in an independent short film production.
• Portray principal, supporting, day player, or background characters.
• Attend filming on scheduled production dates.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements:

• Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
• Submit a resume.
• Include an acting reel if available.

Compensation:

• Paid and unpaid roles available.

Short Film Casting Call for National Dr.

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the upcoming short film National Dr., a coming-of-age drama about dreams, brotherhood, and the life-changing choices that define us. Casting directors are seeking talented performers of all experience levels to portray a variety of principal and supporting roles. Filming will take place in the Sacramento and Central Valley, California area. This project welcomes authentic, relatable talent with strong acting ability and encourages submissions from performers of all ethnicities.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the featured characters in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming as required.

Requirements

• Seeking talent for the following roles:
  • Tam (18–25): Reckless, competitive, loyal friend.
  • Linda (40–55): Lee’s mother, strong and loving.
  • Q (30–40): Music producer and mentor.
  • Jade (18–25): Confident race starter and friend.
• Supporting roles and background extras are also available.
• Asian and Asian American talent preferred for select roles.
• All ethnicities are encouraged to apply.
• Strong acting ability is preferred.
• Authentic, relatable personalities are encouraged.
• No previous acting experience is required.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description:
The upcoming psychological thriller short film Borrowed Memories is now casting multiple roles for its student production filming in Houston, Texas. Casting directors are seeking passionate actors to bring this suspenseful story to life. Selected talent will receive IMDb credit, meals, and portfolio footage.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray one of the featured characters in the short film.
• Participate in filming in Houston, Texas.
• Perform scenes under the director’s guidance.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements:

• Resume (if available).
• 30–60 second self-tape.
• Contact information.
• Use the subject line: ROLE NAME – YOUR NAME.
• Submit by August 3, 2026.

Compensation:

• IMDb credit.
• Meals provided.
• Portfolio footage.

Job Description

An independent short film is seeking non-union background actors for a three-day shoot in Los Angeles, California. Casting directors are looking for young performers to portray spelling bee contestants, as well as audience members of all ages to help create an authentic competition atmosphere.

No prior acting experience is required. Selected talent will receive meals, on-screen credit, and a copy of the completed film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray background characters in an independent short film.
• Follow on-set direction from the production team.
• Be available for the scheduled filming dates.
• Help create a realistic spelling bee competition environment.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• All ethnicities welcome.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be available for filming on:
  • July 24
  • July 25
  • July 26

Compensation

• Meals, copy of the film, and screen credit provided.

Job Description

A film production is seeking background actors to portray coffee shop customers and cashiers for a paid shoot in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This is a great opportunity for men and women looking to gain on-set experience while working on a professional production. Casting is open to adults with a natural, everyday look who can help bring a busy coffee shop scene to life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray coffee shop customers or cashiers in background scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Maintain continuity and professionalism throughout the shoot.
• Arrive camera-ready with your current appearance.

Requirements

• Men and women, ages 18–50.
• Available to film in the Atlanta area near Howell Mill.
• Submit current photos that accurately reflect your appearance.
• Include your name, age, height, weight, clothing sizes, location, contact number, and tattoo information (if applicable).
• Use “RUSH” as the email subject line.

Compensation

• $150 for up to 10 hours of work unless otherwise stated.
• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Professional on-set experience.

Gilda for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Gilda in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray Gilda, a reserved young woman who is dating Riley. Quiet and observant, Gilda stands apart from the rest of the group with her calm demeanor and thoughtful personality.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Gilda in a scripted short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver a natural and believable performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female, in her 20s.
• Able to portray a quiet, reserved personality.
• Comfortable working in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Riley for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Riley in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray Riley, an outgoing and talkative young woman who is dating Gilda. As the most expressive member of the group, Riley brings warmth and energy to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Riley in a scripted short film.
• Deliver an authentic and engaging performance.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Follow production direction throughout the project.

Requirements

• Female, in her 20s.
• Able to portray an outgoing, expressive personality.
• Comfortable working in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Art for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Art in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray one of the group’s older friends, a physically imposing young man who is perceived as cooler than he really is. This is a key supporting role in a character-focused independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Art in a scripted short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver an authentic performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male, in his 20s.
• Able to portray a physically larger character.
• Comfortable performing in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Link for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Link in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. Production is seeking a performer to portray a community college student who is confident, opinionated, and artistic. Link believes he understands the world better than those around him and harbors longtime feelings for his best friend, Rosemary.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Link in a scripted short film.
• Deliver a natural and engaging on-camera performance.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.

Requirements

• Male, in his 20s.
• Able to portray an artistic, confident, and intellectual character.
• Comfortable working in an ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Rosemary for “Mourning’s King” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the role of Rosemary in the upcoming non-union short film Mourning’s King. The story follows a group of friends who gather in the basement of a foreclosed house, reflecting on their lives and the afterlife. Production is seeking a talented performer to portray Rosemary, a dreamy, contemplative, and eternally optimistic young woman who deeply values her close-knit group of friends.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Rosemary in a scripted short film.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally engaging performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming.
• Follow production direction throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Female, in her 20s.
• Able to portray a dreamy, thoughtful, and optimistic personality.
• Comfortable working in a character-driven ensemble cast.
• Available for filming in Mobile, Alabama.

Compensation

• $80 per day for 2 filming days.

Job Description

An independent short film, Swan Song, is seeking non-union actors for multiple roles filming in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, New York. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain experience on an independent film production while receiving screen credit, meals, and a copy of the completed project. Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in the independent short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team on set.
• Attend scheduled filming dates and collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Non-union talent.
• Available to film in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, New York.
• Professional attitude and ability to work in a collaborative production environment.
• Must meet the requirements of the role for which you are applying.

Compensation

• Copy of the completed film.
• Screen credit.
• Meals provided during production.

Cast for “Becky & Her Father” Short Film

Job Description

A paid casting opportunity is now available for the upcoming non-union short film Becky & Her Father, filming in Brooklyn, New York. Production is seeking performers of various ages for principal roles in this character-driven short film. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an independent film while gaining valuable on-set experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal character in the short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver authentic and engaging performances.
• Attend the scheduled filming day.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• 8-year-old girl.
• Boys, ages 16–20.
• Women in their 30s and 40s.
• Woman in her 80s.
• Available to film in Brooklyn, New York.

Compensation

• $250 for 4–6 hours of work.