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Cinematographer Casting Call for Short Film

Job Description
An independent director is seeking a skilled Director of Photography (DP) / Cinematographer for a narrative short film shooting in Atlanta. This project is a 20-minute short with strong festival ambitions and a focused, collaborative production environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong visual storytelling ability and be comfortable contributing creatively to the film’s overall look and feel.

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead cinematography for a narrative short film
  • Collaborate with the director to develop the visual style and composition
  • Operate and manage camera equipment during production
  • Work efficiently within a structured shoot schedule
  • Ensure high-quality footage suitable for festival submissions

Requirements

  • Experience as a DP or cinematographer on narrative projects
  • Strong eye for storytelling, framing, and composition
  • Ability to collaborate and contribute creatively
  • Comfortable working on a lean, fast-paced production
  • Experience with Sony FX3 or FX30 preferred
  • Additional gear (lenses, tripod, etc.) is a plus
  • Professional attitude focused on the work (team-oriented mindset)

Compensation

  • $500 flat rate
  • Meals and gas covered
  • Footage provided for demo reel
  • Opportunity for festival exposure (Sundance, Tribeca, and more)

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Job Description

A team is seeking enthusiastic Brand Ambassadors to support promotional events in New Orleans. This opportunity is ideal for outgoing professionals who enjoy interacting with the public, representing brands, and creating positive customer experiences at live events.

Candidates should have a friendly personality, strong communication skills, and previous experience in brand promotions or event marketing. Local applicants with flexible availability are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

  • Represent brands professionally at promotional events.
  • Engage with attendees in a friendly and energetic manner.
  • Provide excellent customer service and answer basic questions.
  • Assist with event setup, activation, and guest interactions.
  • Maintain a positive and professional attitude throughout each event.
  • Arrive on time and work collaboratively with the event team.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Available to work during a major event period in New Orleans.
  • Outgoing, upbeat, and personable.
  • Previous brand ambassador or promotional event experience preferred.
  • Passion for working with the public.
  • Reliable transportation to and from event locations.
  • Punctual, dependable, and professional.
  • Must live within approximately 45 minutes of New Orleans.

Compensation

  • Paid brand ambassador opportunity.
  • Gain experience working at high-profile live events.
  • Opportunity to build your promotional marketing portfolio.
  • Compensation details will be provided to selected candidates.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

A new reality TV show is casting paid background extras for two different production shoots. Casting directors are seeking men and women of various ages and ethnicities to appear in themed scenes for a music video and food truck segment. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors and background performers looking to gain on-set experience in unscripted television.

Job Responsibilities

  • Appear as a background extra during the assigned shoot.
  • Follow on-set direction from the production team.
  • Help create a realistic and engaging atmosphere for each scene.
  • Arrive on time and remain available for the full production schedule.
  • Maintain a professional attitude throughout filming.

Requirements

  • Music Video Shoot
    • Male and female.
    • All ethnicities.
    • Playing age: 25–35.
  • Food Truck Shoot
    • Male and female.
    • All ethnicities.
    • Playing age: 18–70.
  • Reliable and punctual.
  • Comfortable working on a reality TV production.
  • Able to follow production instructions throughout filming.

Compensation

  • $75 for approximately 3 hours of work.
  • Paid background extra opportunity.
  • Gain experience on a reality TV production.
  • Great opportunity to build your on-set experience and entertainment resume.
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Job Description

A paid documentary video project is casting native speakers of multiple languages for a production in New York City. This opportunity is for a well-known technology company seeking authentic voices to participate in a documentary-style video.

Casting directors are looking for individuals who are comfortable on camera and can speak naturally in their native language. This is an excellent opportunity for multilingual talent to appear in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in a documentary-style video shoot.
  • Speak naturally and authentically in your native language.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Arrive prepared and available for the scheduled shoot.
  • Maintain a professional attitude throughout production.

Requirements

  • Ages 18–30 or 50+.
  • Native speaker of one of the following languages:
    • Spanish
    • Hindi
    • Arabic
    • Chinese
    • German
    • Japanese
    • Russian
    • Thai
    • Vietnamese
    • Bengali
    • Khmer
  • Available to film in New York City.
  • Comfortable appearing on camera.
  • Recent photos and basic contact information may be requested during the application process.

Compensation

  • Paid documentary video opportunity.
  • Work on a professional production for a major technology brand.
  • Gain valuable on-camera experience.
  • Compensation details will be shared with selected candidates.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

A mockumentary short film is casting actors with strong improvisation skills for a comedy project filming in Geauga County. The story follows a best man who uncovers a secret about the bride that threatens to derail an upcoming wedding, leading to awkward, hilarious, and unpredictable moments.

Casting directors are looking for performers who can think quickly, respond naturally to prompts, and create grounded yet funny scenes through improvisation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform improvised scenes based on provided prompts and scene objectives.
  • Create believable and comedic character moments.
  • Collaborate with the director and fellow actors during filming.
  • Take creative direction while maintaining authenticity.
  • Participate in filming for the scheduled production days.

Requirements

  • Strong improvisational acting skills.
  • Comfortable performing from prompts rather than memorized dialogue.
  • Ability to create natural, funny, and believable scenes.
  • Previous improv or comedy experience is preferred but not required.
  • Submit a video audition demonstrating your improvisation abilities.
  • Include your name, age, acting experience, and any improv experience with your submission.
  • Available to film in Geauga County.

Compensation

  • Independent film acting opportunity.
  • Gain experience in a comedy mockumentary production.
  • Showcase your improvisational talent in a narrative film.
  • Compensation details will be shared with selected candidates.

Job Description

A non-union student short film is casting actors for a heartfelt drama centered on family, forgiveness, and second chances. The story follows a dying father who leaves behind a collection of unfinished napkin notes that become his final message to the son he never had the chance to reconnect with.

Filming will take place in Winter Park, Florida. Casting directors are seeking performers who can bring emotional depth and authenticity to this character-driven short film.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead or supporting character in a dramatic short film.
  • Deliver emotionally engaging performances that support the story.
  • Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
  • Attend the scheduled filming day and arrive prepared.
  • Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements

  • Alex
    • Playing age: 20s
    • Friendly, observant, and easygoing.
    • Portrays a server who becomes an unexpected connection between a father and son.
  • Aiden (Father)
    • Male
    • Playing age: 70s
    • Thoughtful, regretful, and stubborn.
    • Able to portray a father seeking redemption.
  • Aiden Jr.
    • Male
    • Playing age: 30s
    • Reserved, guarded, and emotional.
    • Portrays a son who discovers his late father’s final message.
  • Headshot, resume, and demo reel preferred.
  • Comfortable performing in an emotional drama.

Compensation

  • Non-union acting opportunity.
  • Gain experience on a professionally produced student short film.
  • Build your acting portfolio with meaningful dramatic material.
  • Additional compensation details will be shared with selected talent.
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Job Description

An independent passion project is casting a male actor to portray a politician in an upcoming short film filming in Long Beach, California. The production is seeking a committed performer who is passionate about acting and interested in collaborating on a character-driven project with the potential for additional filming days.

This guerrilla-style production is ideal for actors looking to expand their reel while working with an independent filmmaking team.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a politician in a scripted short film.
  • Perform scenes for a seven-page screenplay.
  • Collaborate with the director and production team during filming.
  • Be available for possible future shoot dates to complete the project.
  • Maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

  • Male actor.
  • Playing age: 30–45.
  • Able to convincingly portray a politician.
  • Passionate about independent filmmaking and acting.
  • Available to film in Long Beach, California.
  • Willing to submit a video audition.
  • Flexible for potential future filming dates if needed.

Compensation

  • $100 per day.
  • Gas reimbursement provided.
  • Approximately 6–8 hours of filming per day.
  • Opportunity to build your acting reel with an independent short film.
Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Jamaican Actors Casting Call for Short Film

Job Description

A paid short film is casting a real Jamaican woman and a real Jamaican man for lead roles filming in New York. Casting directors are seeking talent who appear to be in their early 20s and can speak authentic Jamaican Patois. This is an exciting opportunity for authentic Jamaican performers to showcase their talent in a professionally produced short film, with travel provided by production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform in a short film production.
  • Deliver dialogue in authentic Jamaican Patois.
  • Follow direction from the production team throughout filming.
  • Participate in scheduled production activities in New York.

Requirements

  • Real Jamaican woman and real Jamaican man.
  • Should appear to be in their early 20s.
  • Must speak authentic Jamaican Patois.
  • Must be available to film in New York.

Compensation

  • Paid short film opportunity.
  • Travel provided by production.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Muscular Men Casting Call for Prison Inmate Scene in TV Series

Job Description

A paid television series starring an A-list comedian is casting muscular men for a prison inmate scene. Casting directors are looking for men with a strong, athletic build and a rugged appearance to portray inmates in featured background roles. This is a great opportunity for physically fit performers interested in working on a high-profile TV production.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a prison inmate in a television series.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Maintain continuity throughout the shoot.
  • Perform naturally in a correctional facility setting.

Requirements

  • Male.
  • Muscular, athletic build.
  • Rugged or rough-around-the-edges appearance.
  • Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

  • $150 for 12 hours.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Skating Rink Patron Casting Call for Social Media Commercial

Job Description

A paid social media commercial is seeking energetic skating rink patrons for a popular clothing brand and retail store. Casting directors are looking for outgoing performers ages 16 and older to portray fun-loving skaters enjoying time at a roller rink. Some selected talent will be asked to skate, so basic skating skills are preferred for those roles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a skating rink patron in commercial scenes.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Interact naturally with other background performers.
  • Skate during filming if selected for skating scenes.

Requirements

  • Ages 16 and older.
  • Vibrant and personable personality.
  • Basic skating skills preferred for some roles.
  • Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

  • Paid commercial opportunity.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Job Description

A paid, non-union independent horror feature film is casting actors for multiple roles in Baltimore, Maryland. This production offers IMDb credit and paid acting opportunities for performers looking to gain experience in an independent feature film.

Casting directors are currently seeking talented actors for featured roles and encourage passionate performers to submit for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray an assigned character in an independent horror feature film.
  • Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming as required.
  • Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members.
  • Deliver authentic performances that support the story and characters.
  • Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

  • Heidi
    • Female
    • Playing age: 25–35
    • Confident, flirtatious, and sharp-tongued personality.
  • Jason
    • Male
    • Playing age: 25–35
    • Goofy, laid-back, and naturally charismatic.
  • Strong acting skills and reliability.
  • Available to film in Baltimore, Maryland.
  • Headshot, resume, and demo reel are preferred if available.

Compensation

  • Paid acting opportunity.
  • IMDb credit.
  • Non-union feature film.
  • Opportunity to build experience and expand your acting portfolio.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Black Shopper Casting Call for Social Media Commercial

Job Description

A paid social media commercial is casting Black men and women to portray shoppers for a popular clothing brand and retail store. Casting directors are looking for vibrant, energetic talent between the ages of 16 and 50 who can naturally bring a lively shopping experience to life on camera.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray shoppers in a retail environment.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Create natural, energetic interactions on camera.
  • Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

  • Black men and women.
  • Ages 16–50.
  • Vibrant and expressive personality.
  • Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

  • Paid commercial opportunity.
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Job Type:
Actor
Skills:
Acting

Airport Background Casting Call for Social Media Commercial

Job Description

A paid social media commercial is casting background actors to portray airport passengers and workers for a popular clothing brand and retail store. Casting directors are seeking a diverse mix of men and women between the ages of 16 and 75 to create an authentic airport environment. This is a great opportunity for performers of all experience levels to appear in a commercial campaign.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray airport passengers or airport employees in background scenes.
  • Follow direction from the production team during filming.
  • Perform natural background actions to create a realistic airport setting.
  • Be available for the scheduled filming day.

Requirements

  • Men and women, ages 16–75.
  • All ethnicities are welcome.
  • Comfortable working as background talent.
  • Must be available for the scheduled filming day.

Compensation

  • Paid background acting opportunity.

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