Director of Photography – Short Film

“You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It” Open Casting Call

Job Description

Casting is underway for “You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It,” a short film directed by Keaton Greene with a screenplay by Kole Greene, shooting in late November in Los Angeles. The film is the second of three in the anthology series “You’re Missing The Point,” a multimedia social critique of contemporary society’s relationship to perception and authenticity. The production is casting three leads, one supporting role, and featured extras under a SAG-AFTRA Short Film Micro Budget Agreement, open to both union and non-union talent. Talent must be LA based or able to work as an LA local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a 35mm short film shooting in late November in Los Angeles
• Portray one of the film’s leads, supporting characters, or featured extras

Requirements

• LA based or willing to work as an LA local hire
• Open to union and non-union talent
• Apply for one role: Young Man, Young Woman, Maxxer, Maxxer’s Mom, Server, or Patrons

Compensation

• Young Man (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
• Young Woman (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
• Maxxer (lead): $500/day x 1 day = $500
• Maxxer’s Mom (supporting): $250/day x 1 day = $250
• Server (featured extra): $200/day x 2 days = $400
• Patrons (featured extra): $200/day x 1 day = $200

“Brownie” Casting Call for Homeless Woman

Job Description

Casting is underway for “Brownie,” a short film written and directed by Curtis Adair, shooting October 14th in Savannah, Georgia. The production is seeking a featured extra to play a homeless woman. Set in 1901, the film follows a photographer in the Jim Crow South facing a moral crisis after the first Kodak Brownie camera is released to the public. The role calls for a dark-skinned African American woman aged 20-39 with a period-appropriate look for 1901.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured extra in the short film “Brownie”
• Maintain a period-appropriate appearance for a 1901 setting

Requirements

• Dark-skinned African American woman, aged 20-39
• Natural hair colors, no piercings, no visible tattoos
• Available to work local hire to Savannah, GA on October 14th
• Submit name, age, height, phone number, city, tattoo locations, and headshot plus full-body photo

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours

NOW CASTING — SCAR AWARENESS MONTH

A short film celebrating Scar Awareness Month is seeking children, adults, and older adults with visible scars from surgery, accidents, or other life-changing experiences. The production aims to highlight authentic personal stories centered on survival, healing, transformation, and individual journeys. Talent of all ethnicities and backgrounds is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a short film focused on Scar Awareness Month
• Share the personal story behind a visible scar
• Participate in on-camera interviews or storytelling segments as directed
• Discuss experiences related to survival, healing, transformation, or personal growth
• Follow production direction and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Open to children, adults, and older adults
• Must have a visible scar from surgery, an accident, or another life-changing experience
• All ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• Submit two recent photos
• Submit one clear photo of the scar
• Provide a short written story about the scar and personal journey
• Provide age and social media handle if available
• Must be comfortable discussing the story behind the scar on camera

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided
• Additional terms may be shared with selected participants

Job Description

An independent short film is seeking a Colorado-based female actor to portray Annie, a young woman navigating grief and unresolved emotions. The production is looking for a performer who can deliver a grounded, emotionally authentic performance in a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Annie in an independent short film.
• Deliver an emotionally grounded and believable performance.
• Work closely with the director to bring the character and story to life.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally throughout production.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 25–35.
• Must be based in Colorado.
• Strong dramatic acting and emotional performance skills.
• Comfortable working on an independent short film production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.
• High-quality copy of the finished film for reel use.

Job Description

“The Incident,” a non-union student short film in Montreal, is seeking a female actor to portray Catherine, a therapist. Catherine takes a traditional approach to therapy and typically prefers direct questions that encourage reflection. However, previous sessions with Croh have been unusual, leaving her more cautious in how she responds during their conversations.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Catherine, a therapist, in the short film.
• Deliver a natural and emotionally grounded performance.
• Bring depth and subtlety to therapy-session scenes.
• Take direction and collaborate with the director and production team.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 30–60.
• Strong dramatic acting and character performance skills.
• Comfortable portraying a therapist in dialogue-driven scenes.
• Must be able to work in Montreal.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Food and transportation provided.

Job Description

“Room to Become” is a paid, non-union branded short film for a national student housing company filming in the Denver metro area. The 60-second commercial follows a college student through everyday apartment life with roommates, showing how the space gradually becomes a home and the student grows into a more confident version of themselves. The production is seeking naturalistic performers with subtle, believable acting styles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in a 60-second branded short film with additional cutdowns.
• Deliver natural, grounded, and observational performances.
• Perform dialogue, reactions, physical comedy, or improvisation depending on the role.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction throughout production.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• The Student: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; grounded, warm, and capable of showing a character growing from guarded newcomer to confident young adult.
• The Roommate: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; relaxed, friendly, and comfortable with light dialogue.
• Friends: Playing age 18–24; part of the student’s growing social circle. Physical comedy or improvisation skills are a plus.
• Performers must be 18 or older.
• Local Denver metro area talent only.
• No travel or lodging provided.

Compensation

• The Student: $350 flat rate.
• The Roommate: $250 flat rate.
• Friends: $200 each.
• Rates include the shoot day and usage buyout in perpetuity across all media, including paid, social, web, and connected TV.
• Meals provided on set.

Job Description

“Reservations for Two” is an upcoming short film seeking background actors for a restaurant scene in the Tallahassee, Florida area. The production is looking for adults to portray restaurant patrons, with couples and groups encouraged to participate together.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in a restaurant scene.
• Perform natural restaurant patron actions as directed.
• Follow on-set instructions from the production team.
• Maintain professional behavior throughout filming.

Requirements

• Adults interested in portraying restaurant patrons.
• Couples and groups are welcome to participate together.
• Must be available to work in the Tallahassee, Florida area.
• Must be comfortable filming during the morning before the restaurant opens.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Participants may be considered for future paid opportunities.

Job Description

“From Me, To You” is a paid short film musical seeking actors and singers for multiple roles in Mobile, Daphne, and Fairhope, Alabama. The story follows a young woman who, after losing her father to war, finds hope through friendship and love until circumstances force her to find a new path forward. All roles require singing.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character in a short film musical.
• Deliver both dramatic acting and vocal performances.
• Participate in an in-person audition if selected.
• Follow performance, musical, and creative direction throughout production.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Thad: Female, late teens.
• Gustav: Male, late teens to early 20s.
• Roxana: Female, 30s.
• Mina: Female, early 50s.
• Strong acting and singing abilities required for all roles.
• Must be able to work in Mobile, Daphne, or Fairhope, Alabama.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; specific rates have not been provided.

Job Description

“Sponsored By” is a senior thesis short film seeking performers to portray businessmen in Loveland, Colorado. The comedy follows a divorced father who begins coaching a Little League baseball team in hopes of impressing his boss, earning a promotion, and securing an invitation to an exclusive BBQ.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a businessman in scenes for the short film.
• Perform background and supporting actions as directed by the production team.
• Be comfortable with periods of sitting and waiting between scenes.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain professional conduct throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must be able to portray a businessman between approximately 30–50 years old.
• Must be able to work in Loveland, Colorado.
• Comfortable spending extended periods sitting and waiting on set.
• Reliable and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• IMDb credit provided.

Job Description

“Girl Scouts” is a short comedy film casting multiple roles in the Austin–San Marcos, Texas area. The story follows an ordinary trip to the grocery store that becomes increasingly frustrating when a man encounters a determined group of Girl Scouts. What begins as a quick stop turns into a comedic battle of patience, persistence, and the power of a box of cookies.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character in a comedic short film.
• Deliver expressive, character-driven performances suited to the project’s playful tone.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Ben: Male, 20s, Black; sarcastic, impatient, and easily irritated.
• Nicole: Female, 20s, Black; warm and playful with a school-charm-rebel personality.
• Girl Scouts: Girls, approximately ages 5–13; energetic, confident, determined, and playful.
• Spiritual Vendor: Male, any ethnicity, 20s–30s; quirky, charismatic, and confident.
• Old Man: Male, 60s; neighborhood grandpa type who is blunt, unbothered, and always has something to say.
• Evangelist: Female, 20s–30s; warm, passionate, confident, highly expressive, and enthusiastic about her beliefs.
• Infused Sweets Vendor: Any gender, any ethnicity, 20s–30s.
• Must be able to work in the Austin–San Marcos, Texas area.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

Job Description

“Why I Got Fired” is an independent short film seeking actors for two lead roles in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The story follows a bored night security guard who discovers an escaped patient in a rainy alley and asks him to be a gentleman. The production is looking for performers who can bring mystery, tension, and dark character-driven energy to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in an independent short film.
• Deliver a compelling performance suited to a tense, atmospheric story.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction during production.
• Collaborate professionally with the director and production team.

Requirements

• Myra: Female, 30s; charming, sharp, dangerous, secretive, and comfortable portraying a sultry character.
• Myra must be comfortable performing in rain and appearing barefoot or in a straitjacket as required by the scene.
• Sam: Male, 40s; portrays a grounded, weary security guard who is easily fooled but good-hearted.
• Must be available to audition in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

Job Description

“Before I Do,” a short film from Five Spice Films, is seeking actors for three principal roles. Produced by students from NTU’s Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, the story centers on family relationships, emotional distance, love, and changing connections. The production is casting Chinese performers for the roles of Ying Ying, Father, and Joseph.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the narrative short film.
• Deliver emotionally authentic performances centered on family and relationship dynamics.
• Work collaboratively with the director, cast, and production team.
• Attend required in-person auditions and scheduled filming days.

Requirements

• Ying Ying: Chinese female, screen age mid-to-late 20s, fluent in English, required for 4 shoot days.
• Father: Chinese male, screen age late 40s–50s, fluent in English and Chinese, required for 3 shoot days.
• Joseph: Chinese male, screen age mid-to-late 20s, fluent in English, required for 2–3 shoot days.
• Must be available for an in-person audition if shortlisted.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; specific rates have not been provided.