CBS Leadership Pipeline Challenge Short Film Casting Call for Mr. Davis

Short Film Casting – African American Talent

Job Description
Casting African American actors for an upcoming short film in New York City. This project is seeking talent across multiple age ranges to portray key roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform roles as written for young men and parents

• Participate in scheduled shoot days

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew

Requirements

• African American actors, ages 7–70

• Young man role shoots on 10/11 and 11/2

• Parent roles shoot between 11/2–11/6

• Flexible availability, call times TBD

Compensation

• Rates vary by role

Leading Lady – Music Video/Short Film

Job Description
Casting a leading lady for a music video/short film with a major celebrity artist. Talent should bring charisma, beauty, and strong on-screen presence to complement the production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead female role in a music video/short film

• Deliver expressive facial performances

• Showcase acting ability with natural presence

• Learn and perform light choreography (not advanced)

Requirements

• Female, ages 30–40

• All ethnicities welcome

• Must have a great face, strong body presence, and excellent facial expressions

• Acting experience required

Compensation

• $400 per day for 8–10 hour workdays

Casting Female Actor for Short Film “Cave Sounds”

Job Description
A short film titled Cave Sounds is casting a female-presenting actor in her 20s to portray the lead role of Liv. The story follows a college student who, while dealing with the challenges of a mysterious psychosomatic illness, encounters a wellness guru who claims he can heal her.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Liv, a compassionate and driven woman who is deeply affected by the struggles of those around her

• Deliver strong emotional performances, including moments of paranoia, worry, and care for others

• Work closely with the director and cast to bring authenticity to this dramatic role

• Participate in rehearsals and production on the scheduled shoot date

Requirements

• Female-presenting actor, 20s

• Comfortable with suggestive dialogue and situations (no physical intimacy required)

• Strong emotional range to embody the character’s complexity

Compensation

• Copy, meal, and credit provided

Casting Actors for Short Film – Untitled Project

Job Description
A short film is now casting actors for two lead roles. The story centers on an intervention, following a young man struggling with alcohol addiction and his best friend who takes action to help. This is a meaningful opportunity to participate in a character-driven project exploring real and emotional themes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the two lead roles:

  • Denny: Male, 20s, struggles with alcohol, central to the intervention storyline

  • Sam: Male, 20s, Denny’s best friend who reaches out to Denny’s parents to intervene

• Collaborate with the director and cast to bring authenticity to the story

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled production dates

• Optional: provide a reel or self-tape for consideration

Requirements

• Male actors in their 20s

• Comfortable portraying emotional and dramatic material

• Reliable, professional, and dedicated to independent film work

Compensation

• Meals provided during production

Actors and Crew for Short Film “Home.Girls” – Los Angeles

Job Description
The short film Home.Girls, a TDE Films Grant finalist project, is seeking LA-based actors and crew members to join the production. The story follows six sorority sisters—five of whom are women of color—who are assigned as roommates in a PWI house, exploring themes of identity, conflict, and connection.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as one of the characters in the short film

• Collaborate closely with the director and cast to deliver authentic performances

• Support production if applying for crew roles, assisting in bringing the film to life

Requirements

• Must be LA-based (actors and crew)

• Medium to dark-skinned Black women and POC with natural, tightly coiled hair are strongly encouraged to apply

• Must submit two contrasting demo links for acting roles

• Willingness to engage with the project’s themes and work collaboratively

Compensation

• Paid positions available for both cast and crew

Casting Call for Short Film “Audition”

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking participants for Audition, a short film directed by BIFA-nominated filmmaker Geraldine Barón. This project explores modern family-making through a mix of portrait and performance art. Inspired by the director’s personal experience of mapping out a path to having a child on her own, the film will weave together interviews with donors, friends, strangers, and actors to create a powerful and intimate narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Share real-life stories and experiences connected to sperm or egg donation

• Participate in interviews or scenes that explore the emotional, social, and personal sides of family creation

• Collaborate with the creative team to bring authenticity and vulnerability to the film

Requirements

• Individuals who have donated sperm or eggs through a bank or personally

• People who have been asked to donate or considered donating, regardless of whether they went through with it

• Supporters who have been part of someone else’s family-making journey

• Must be comfortable sharing experiences on camera

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate to be disclosed upon selection)

• Filming will take place worldwide, travel accommodations may be considered for selected participants

Casting Call for “The House Call” – SAG Short Film

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking actors for The House Call, a SAG short film directed and written by Eliza Barry Callahan, with A-list talent attached. The film is set in upstate New York in 1986 and follows a young equine vet called to save a champion dressage horse owned by a mob family. Over one night, she forges an unexpected connection with the mobster’s son, witnesses a deadly dispute, and confronts its aftermath alongside ex-Rajneesh followers during their sitar workshop.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex, grounded, emotionally layered characters

• Collaborate with a high-caliber creative team to bring authenticity to the story

• Deliver nuanced performances that reflect the raw, dramatic tone of the film

Requirements

• SAG actors preferred

• Roles available include:

  • Enzo (27): Thoughtful, nihilistic, emotionally frayed mobster’s son. Italian, unconventional, and philosophical.

  • Rocco (32): Enzo’s older brother, hot-tempered and eager to earn their father’s approval. Proud, insecure, and pressured to fit a masculine stereotype.

  • Rishi (60s): Ex-Rajneesh community member, gentle but wise leader of the sitar workshop, warm presence.

  • Chris (late 20s): Local anthropologist, spiritually searching, assisting with the workshop, eager to find connection.

  • Intermediate Sitar Workshop Members: Group of 15, all ages and walks of life, seeking to learn sitar and searching for deeper meaning.

Compensation

• SAG Scale: $249/day + 10%

Job Description
A short film production is seeking a young adult music artist of any gender to portray the emotional journey of a part-time musician striving to balance a full-time job while chasing their dream of making music. This role will capture the highs and lows of the creative process, from frustration to breakthrough moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the struggles of writing, recording, and finishing a song independently

• Act in scenes working with a mentor or producer to bring music to life

• Convey emotional growth and transformation, from frustration to confidence

• Bring authenticity to the character’s journey of artistic self-discovery

Requirements

• Age: 20s–30s

• Comfortable portraying emotional vulnerability and breakthrough moments

• Acting experience is a plus but not mandatory

• Music background (singing, songwriting, or instrumental) is preferred but not required

• Must be available for scheduled shoots

Compensation

• $200 total, paid upon completion of shooting

Casting Merida for Short Film

Job Description:
Casting an actress to play Merida in an emotional short film about a woman preparing to say goodbye to her terminally ill twin sister. This role is a powerful opportunity to explore deep emotional range and deliver a moving, heartfelt performance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Merida as outwardly warm, practical, and composed while internally desperate and morally conflicted

• Perform emotional scenes with layered subtlety, including preparing a meal and hiding her true intentions

• Work closely with the director to bring authenticity and emotional depth to the character

Requirements:

• Female actor in her 20s

• Strong dramatic acting skills with the ability to convey inner conflict

• Comfortable with emotional and intimate storytelling

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (rate provided upon selection)

Casting Meredith for Short Film

Job Description:
Casting an actress to play Meredith in a heartfelt short film about a woman who calmly faces the end of her life and shares a final moment with her twin sister. This role requires emotional depth and the ability to portray quiet strength and acceptance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Meredith as fragile yet emotionally lucid and resolute

• Deliver lines with calm acceptance, embodying a character who has made peace with her fate

• Work closely with the director to bring authenticity and emotional resonance to the performance

Requirements:

• Female actor in her 20s

• Strong dramatic acting skills with ability to convey vulnerability and emotional weight

• Comfortable portraying themes of illness and finality

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (rate shared upon selection)

Body Double for Short Film “Behind the Eyes”

Job Description:
Casting a male body double for the short film Behind the Eyes. The ideal candidate will match the lead actor’s look and be available for multiple shoot days in Atlanta, GA. This is a great opportunity to work closely with the production team and play an important behind-the-scenes role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the body double for the lead actor during filming

• Match the physical appearance and movements of the lead actor

• Be available for long shoot days (up to 12 hours) as required by production

Requirements:

• Male appearing African American

• Ages 30–50

• Bald head, average build

• Height 5’9”–5’11”

• Must be fully available for shoot dates

Compensation:

• $200 per day

Casting Call for Black Teen Girls for Nonunion Short Film

Job Description
A tech company is seeking talented Black teen actresses for a nonunion short film shooting in Washington, D.C. This project offers a great opportunity to gain on-camera experience and work with a professional production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a short film under professional direction

• Bring authenticity and depth to the character

• Submit a self-tape audition before the deadline

Requirements

• Black teen girls, ages 16–18

• Must be available for the filming date

• Must submit a self-tape audition by the deadline

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate disclosed upon booking)