Crew Casting Call for Short Film Production

Casting Researcher for Global Technology Campaign

Job Description

A global technology campaign is seeking an experienced Casting Researcher to help discover extraordinary real-life stories and participants. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in casting research or documentary casting who excel at finding authentic contributors through charities, online communities, grassroots outreach, forums, and social media. If you’re passionate about uncovering meaningful stories and connecting with diverse communities, this role offers the chance to contribute to a high-profile international campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Research and identify authentic contributors for a global campaign.
• Source talent through charities, community organizations, online forums, and social media.
• Conduct outreach to individuals and relevant communities.
• Collaborate with the casting team to identify compelling real-life stories.
• Support documentary-style casting efforts from research through outreach.

Requirements

• Experience in casting research or documentary casting.
• Strong outreach, communication, and research skills.
• Resourceful and proactive approach to identifying exceptional contributors.
• Experience engaging with health and wellbeing, medical and patient communities, wearable technology, fitness and endurance sports, or charities is preferred.
• UK-based candidates are preferred.

Compensation

• Paid casting researcher opportunity.

Film Crew Members for Short Film Production

Job Description

A non-union proof-of-concept short film is seeking passionate crew members for an upcoming production in Torrance, California. This is a great opportunity for emerging filmmakers, film students, and creative professionals looking to gain valuable on-set experience while working on a coming-of-age comedy project. The production is looking for collaborative team members who are excited to contribute to an independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the production in your assigned crew position.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Assist in creating a professional and efficient on-set environment.
• Fulfill responsibilities specific to your production department.

Requirements

• Non-union applicants.
• Seeking crew members for the following positions:
  • Sound Operator
  • Hair and Makeup Artist
  • Production Designer
  • Grip
  • Production Assistant
• Passion for filmmaking and collaboration.
• Emerging filmmakers and film students are encouraged to apply.
• Available to work in Torrance, California.

Compensation

• Small kit fee available for eligible crew positions.

Coaches and Team Staff for School Track Meet Scene

Job Description

A paid production is seeking background actors to portray coaches and team staff at a school track meet. This opportunity is ideal for performers who can authentically represent athletic coaches and event personnel in a realistic sports environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a coach or team staff member during filming.
• Follow production direction on set.
• Participate in realistic sports event background scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Adult performers.
• Open to all ethnicities, with a strong need for Black/African American talent.
• Professional appearance suitable for coaching or athletic staff roles.
• Available to work in Oshawa.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Youth Family Members for School Track Meet Scene

Job Description

A paid production is seeking child background actors to portray family members attending a school track meet. This role is perfect for young performers who can naturally portray siblings or relatives cheering on athletes during outdoor scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a young family member at a school track meet.
• Follow production direction during filming.
• Participate in realistic family background scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout production.

Requirements

• Ages 9–12.
• Open to all ethnicities, with a strong need for Black/African American talent.
• Comfortable working outdoors.
• Available to work in Oshawa.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

School Sports Scene

Job Description

A paid production is seeking young performers to portray track athletes in a school sports scene. This background acting opportunity is open to youth who can convincingly portray student athletes. No track or athletic experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student athlete during track meet scenes.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Participate in background sports activities.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Ages 12–16.
• No athletic experience required.
• Open to all ethnicities, with a strong need for Black/African American talent.
• Available to work in Oshawa.

Compensation

• Paid background acting

Adult Family Members With Vehicles for School Track Meet Scene

Job Description

A paid production is seeking adult background actors with their own vehicles to portray family members attending a school track meet. This role is ideal for performers who can provide their own car and authentically portray parents or relatives at a community sporting event.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a family member attending a school track meet.
• Provide your own vehicle for filming if requested.
• Follow production direction throughout the shoot.
• Maintain continuity during background scenes.

Requirements

• Adult performers with access to a personal vehicle.
• Open to all ethnicities, with a strong need for Black/African American talent.
• Comfortable filming outdoors.
• Available to work in Oshawa.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Adult Family Members for School Track Meet Scene

Job Description

A paid production is seeking adult background actors to portray family members attending a school track meet. This background acting opportunity is open to performers who can authentically portray supportive parents and relatives in an outdoor sports setting. The production is looking for a diverse cast, with a strong representation of Black/African American talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray family members at a school track meet.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Perform natural background interactions during outdoor scenes.
• Maintain continuity throughout filming.

Requirements

• Adult performers.
• Open to all ethnicities, with a strong need for Black/African American talent.
• Comfortable working in an outdoor setting.
• Available to work in Oshawa.

Compensation

• Paid background acting opportunity.

Job Description

Belshe Casting is seeking a Latina actress for the principal role of Liza in a non-union proof-of-concept trailer. The role portrays a compassionate Latina teenager navigating emotional growth and self-discovery.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Liza, in dramatic scenes.
• Deliver emotionally layered performances.
• Participate in ADR (Automated Dialogue Replacement) and post-production dialogue recording.
• Follow creative direction and adapt performances as needed.

Requirements

• Female; able to convincingly portray a 15–17-year-old Latina of Mexican-American or Latin American heritage.
• Actors 18+ preferred if they can realistically play a teenager.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• Prior film and television experience preferred.
• Professional ADR experience required.
• Excellent vocal control and consistency.
• Ability to take direction and adjust performances.
• Voiceover, dubbing, or motion capture experience is a plus.

Compensation

• $300 per day + 10%
• Non-union project.

Job Description

Casting actors, crew, producers, and investors for Pieces of the Mind, an independent psychological thriller short film filming in Florida. Paid acting opportunities are available for multiple supporting roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character authentically.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the director and production team.

Requirements

Acting Roles

• Henry Manbach: Male, 40s; overweight, frumpy, mustache, thick glasses.
• Trevor Newton: Male, 50s; confident lawyer, strong dialogue delivery.
• Nancy Barlow: Female, 40s–50s; doctor’s role.
• Ross Berman: Male, 30s; supervisor role.
• Jack Dursely: Male, 40s; robber role.
• Vanessa Williams: Female, 40s; partner role.

Crew

• Crew members, producers, investors, and production assistants are also welcome.

Compensation

• Paid cast and crew positions.
• IMDb credit provided.

Job Description

An independent feature film is casting actors, background performers, and production crew for a submission trailer to the FUTUREVISIONXPRIZE short film competition. Opportunities are available for principal acting roles, extras, and multiple behind-the-scenes crew positions in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned acting or background roles.
• Follow on-set direction during filming.
• Crew members will support production, camera, lighting, sound, editing, art, costume, or VFX departments.

Requirements

Acting Roles

• Johnny Bones: Male, 20s–30s.
• Maltrex: Male, 20–40.
• Golroth: Male, 20–40.
• Katrina: Female, 50–70.
• Young Katrina: Female, 20–40.
• Commissioner Wong: Male, 24–25.
• Child actor (K–4 age appearance).
• Bartender: Male or Female, 30s–50s.
• Extras: Military-age males, diverse background performers, and physically fit performers.

Crew Roles

• Editors
• VFX Artist
• Set Designers
• Costume Designers
• Assistant Director
• Director of Photography
• Assistant Camera
• Grip & Electric
• Lead Electric
• Sound Designer
• Art Director
• Additional Grips
• Production Assistants

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.
• Screen credit.
• Copy of the completed film.

Mature Dancers for Tech Company Commercial Campaign

Job Description

A paid commercial campaign for a leading tech company is seeking talented mature dancers for a featured role in an upcoming production. This opportunity is open to Ontario residents between the ages of 38 and 55 who have strong dance skills and want to showcase their talent in a high-profile commercial. Selected performers will receive competitive compensation and the chance to be featured in a major advertising campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform choreographed dance routines for a commercial campaign.
• Attend auditions, fittings, rehearsals, and filming if selected.
• Collaborate with the creative team and choreographer.
• Deliver energetic and professional on-camera performances.

Requirements

• Ages 38–55.
• Must have strong dance abilities.
• Must be a resident of Ontario.
• Available for auditions, fittings, rehearsals, and scheduled filming.
• Comfortable performing on camera in a commercial production.

Compensation

• $4,500–$8,000+ for selected talent.

White Male Actor Using Forearm Crutches or With a Spinal Condition

Job Description

A high-budget television production is seeking a white male in his 20s for a paid acting opportunity. The production is looking for authentic representation and encourages submissions from individuals who use forearm crutches or have visible scoliosis, lordosis, kyphosis, or another spinal condition. This is a great opportunity to be featured in a professional television project filming in the Greater Toronto Area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in a high-budget television production.
• Follow direction from the production team on set.
• Participate in scheduled filming.
• Contribute to an authentic on-screen representation.

Requirements

• White male, age 20s.
• Must use forearm crutches or have visible scoliosis, lordosis, kyphosis, or another spinal condition.
• Must be able to work in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Compensation

• Approximately $350 for 4 hours.