Director of Photography / Cinematographer Needed for Romantic Comedy Short Film

Lead Role Casting Call for Short Film “Shiloh”

Job Description
A new short film titled Shiloh is now casting lead and supporting talent for an upcoming production filming in and around Houston, Texas. The story follows Blaze, a lonely skateboarder struggling with his secret identity while reconnecting with a girl named Shiloh, whose kindness once changed his life. Producers are seeking talented young actors for emotionally driven lead roles and a supporting teacher role. Skateboarding experience is preferred for lead characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally layered and character-driven roles on camera
• Collaborate with the director and cast during filming
• Perform scenes that explore relationships, identity, and personal growth
• Bring authenticity and emotional depth to performances
• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming days

Requirements

Blaze – Lead Role

• Ages 9–12 or 16–22
• Introspective and emotionally guarded character type
• Skateboarding experience preferred

Shiloh – Lead Role

• Ages 9–12 or 16–22
• Gregarious yet emotionally troubled character type
• Skateboarding experience preferred

Teacher – Supporting Role

• Ages 30–60
• Must submit headshot, resume, reel, or inquiries for consideration

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity

Casting Call for Queer Romantic Comedy Short Film

Job Description
A new queer romantic comedy short film shooting in San Diego is now seeking actors, crew members, and creatives to join the production team. Set inside a vegan café, the story follows two queer exes arguing over the value of animal life while chaos unfolds around them. This heartfelt and comedic indie project celebrates LGBTQ storytelling, community collaboration, and authentic voices in filmmaking.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted romantic comedy scenes
• Collaborate with filmmakers and cast during production
• Support production as crew or creative contributors
• Help bring an independent LGBTQ short film to life
• Participate in rehearsals and filming activities as needed

Requirements

• Open to actors, crew members, and creatives
• Must be comfortable working on LGBTQ-themed material
• Strong comedic timing and natural performances encouraged
• Passion for independent filmmaking and storytelling preferred
• Must be available for production activities during the summer

Compensation

• Independent short film opportunity
• Experience working on a queer-led production
• Networking and collaboration opportunities with filmmakers and creatives

Pickleball Players for Commercial Shoot

Job Description
A non-union commercial production is now casting experienced pickleball players for an upcoming shoot in Scarborough. Casting directors are seeking energetic and athletic talent who regularly play pickleball and can confidently perform on camera. Talent must be fully available for both potential filming dates as the final schedule is still being confirmed.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in on-camera pickleball scenes for a commercial production
• Perform realistic gameplay and athletic movements
• Follow direction from the production and commercial team
• Remain available for the full filming schedule if booked

Requirements

• Male or female, ages 18–45
• Must have real and regular pickleball experience
• Comfortable performing pickleball on camera
• Must be available for both potential shoot dates
• Strong energy and natural on-screen presence preferred

Compensation

• $300 for up to 10 hours of work
• 1-hour lunch break included
• Overtime paid if applicable
• Non-union commercial project

Male Actor Casting Call for Commercial Short Film

A paid commercial short film production is now casting a male actor for a one-day shoot in Paris. The production is seeking bilingual English and French-speaking talent between the ages of 35–45 for an acting role in a commercial-focused short film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a commercial short film production
• Deliver natural and engaging on-camera acting performances
• Collaborate with the production team during filming
• Participate in a one-day shoot in Paris

Requirements

• Male actor ages 35–45
• Must speak both English and French
• Paris-based talent preferred
• Acting experience required
• Must provide headshots, acting reel or previous work, spoken languages, and availability

Compensation Details

• Paid acting opportunity
• One-day commercial short film shoot

Asian Actress Casting Call for Short Film

A non-union short film passion project is now casting Asian actresses for an emotional family drama titled Hi, I Am Calling For My Parents. The story follows a 14-year-old immigrant daughter balancing adult responsibilities while trying to experience a normal teenage life. Filming will take place in the Los Angeles area over one to two days beginning in July.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform emotionally driven scenes in a short film production
• Collaborate with the director and cast during filming
• Deliver authentic performances portraying family relationships and immigrant experiences
• Participate in scheduled filming days in the Los Angeles area

Requirements

Min

• Asian female, ages 14–16
• Must speak Mandarin
• Character portrays an immigrant daughter balancing translation duties and teenage life
• Strong emotional range preferred

Mother

• Asian female, ages 35–50
• Must speak fluent Mandarin
• Character portrays a loving but overwhelmed immigrant mother
• Strong dramatic acting ability preferred

Compensation Details

• Limited compensation provided
• Non-union short film passion project
• One to two days of filming

Casting Call for Short Film

A non-union short film production is now casting talent for a one-day shoot taking place in Kitchener. The production is seeking performers for volunteer and limited-budget roles in an outdoor-themed project filming during a weekend in May or June. No prior acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a one-day outdoor film shoot
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Perform scenes naturally and comfortably in outdoor environments
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members

Requirements

For “A Man Who Can Speak to Trees”

• Ages 20 to 50 years old
• All body types and ethnicities welcome
• Must be comfortable acting outdoors
• No prior acting experience necessary

For “A Couple Going for a Walk on a Trail”

• Ages 18 to 30 years old
• All body types and ethnicities welcome
• Must be comfortable acting outdoors
• No prior acting experience necessary

Compensation Details

• Volunteer / limited-budget production
• Non-union project
• One-day shoot opportunity

Couples Casting Call for Music Video

A group of film students is casting real couples to appear in an upcoming music video for a local Toronto hip hop and R&B artist. The production is seeking couples of all backgrounds and orientations to be featured in scenes filmed throughout downtown Toronto. No acting experience is required.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in music video filming across multiple downtown Toronto locations
• Perform natural on-camera interactions with your partner
• Be comfortable showing affection on camera, including kissing and hugging
• Follow direction from the production team during filming

Requirements

• Real couples of all backgrounds and orientations
• Must be comfortable with kissing and hugging on camera
• Must be available for filming in Toronto
• No acting experience necessary
• Must have a positive and professional attitude on set

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity
• Participants will receive full credit
• Copy of the completed music video will be provided

Real Couples for Real Estate Television Series

Job Description
A hit real estate television series is casting real couples to tour luxury waterfront properties across Ontario. Producers are searching for fun, engaging, and opinionated couples who are comfortable sharing authentic reactions and honest opinions on camera while exploring stunning lakefront homes for a non-union TV project.

Job Responsibilities

• Tour luxury real estate listings on camera
• Share genuine reactions and opinions during filming
• Participate in television production activities and interviews
• Collaborate with producers and on-camera crews
• Represent an authentic and engaging relationship dynamic

Requirements

• Real couples only
• Comfortable appearing on camera for a television series
• Outgoing, opinionated, and engaging personalities preferred
• Must be available for filming across Ontario during Summer 2026
• Strong communication and natural chemistry encouraged
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

Compensation

• Up to $2,200 per couple
• Opportunity to appear on a television real estate series
• Experience touring luxury waterfront homes
• Professional production and on-camera exposure

Tennis Player for Short Black-and-White Film

Job Description
A short black-and-white film is casting a tennis player for an upcoming artistic film project shooting in Brooklyn, New York. The production is seeking athletic talent in their 20s–30s with real tennis experience who can naturally perform on camera in a visually driven cinematic piece.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform tennis-related scenes for a short film
• Follow direction from the film’s creative team
• Participate in on-location filming in Brooklyn
• Bring authentic athletic movement and presence to the role
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during production

Requirements

• Any gender welcome
• Ages 20s–30s preferred
• Must have tennis experience
• Must provide your own tennis racket and tennis ball
• Comfortable performing on camera
• Available for filming in Brooklyn, New York

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in an artistic short film project
• Professional film set experience
• Networking opportunities with filmmakers and creatives
• Additional compensation details shared with selected talent

Female Leads for Supernatural Horror Short Film

Job Description
A new supernatural horror proof-of-concept film is casting three female leads for a paid short film production in the West Midlands. The project is a performance-driven horror story exploring themes of grief, friendship, guilt, and confronting the past. This opportunity is ideal for actresses looking to showcase dramatic and emotionally intense performances in an upcoming genre production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the lead characters in a supernatural horror short film
• Perform emotionally driven scenes with strong on-camera presence
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team
• Participate in a two-day film shoot
• Help bring the project’s suspenseful and dramatic story to life

Requirements

• Female actors for lead roles
• Strong acting and emotional performance abilities
• Comfortable performing in horror and dramatic scenes
• Professional attitude and reliability on set
• Available for filming in the West Midlands in late June
• Previous film or acting experience preferred

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Professional short film production experience
• Opportunity to work with an emerging film team
• Exposure in a developing horror project

Actors for Crime Drama Short Film “Jerry”

Job Description
An upcoming non-union crime drama short film titled “Jerry” is now casting actors for multiple speaking roles filming in the Greater Boston area. Inspired by gritty crime classics and character-driven storytelling, the project centers around tension-filled encounters, dark humor, and emotionally complex characters.

This is a paid opportunity for performers interested in dramatic indie film work with strong cinematic influences and layered character performances.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally complex and character-driven roles on camera
• Participate in dramatic and dialogue-heavy scenes
• Follow direction from the filmmaker and production team
• Deliver authentic performances with strong screen presence
• Attend rehearsals and filming in the Greater Boston area

Requirements

• Seeking actors for the following roles:
  • Bruno: Male, 20s, charismatic but nervous with strong comedic timing
  • Randy: Male, ages 20–25, eager and inexperienced with natural vulnerability
  • Stevie: Female, 20s–30s, dry humor, sarcastic personality, emotionally detached
  • Hao: Vietnamese or Vietnamese-American male, 20s–30s, strong physical presence for a non-speaking role
• Strong acting ability and emotional range preferred
• Comfortable performing in dramatic crime-story scenes
• Must submit resume and headshot for consideration
• Non-union performers only
• Must work local to the Greater Boston area

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Independent short film production
• Filming scheduled in the Greater Boston area
• Professional indie film and portfolio-building experience

Actors and Extras for Psychological Horror Short Film “Driven To Insanity”

Job Description
A new psychological horror short film titled “Driven To Insanity” is now casting actors and background talent in Houston, Texas. Inspired by gritty psychological thrillers and supernatural horror, this emotionally intense project explores themes of paranoia, trauma, and disturbing inner voices.

Casting directors are seeking dedicated performers for lead, supporting, and background roles in this dark independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray dramatic and emotionally intense characters on screen
• Participate in psychological thriller and horror scenes
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled
• Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

• Seeking talent for the following roles:
  • Eli (Lead)
  • Damian
  • Jane
  • Woman in Black
  • Supporting and Background Roles
• Strong dramatic acting skills preferred
• Comfortable performing in horror and thriller-themed scenes
• Headshots and demo reels encouraged for submission
• Must provide contact information for casting consideration
• Local Houston-area talent preferred

Compensation

• Opportunity to appear in an independent psychological horror film
• Gain on-camera acting experience and film credits