Director of Photography – Short Film

Blood Honey Lead Roles

Job Description
An independent thesis film is casting two lead actors for a dramatic story centered on an ambitious African couple whose dream opportunity turns into a harrowing reckoning as buried truths surface. This is a strong opportunity for actors seeking lead roles in a narrative-driven indie film, with emotionally layered characters and meaningful screen time.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character in a character-driven dramatic film

• Perform scripted dialogue and emotionally nuanced scenes

• Collaborate with the director and scene partners to build authentic chemistry

• Take direction and maintain continuity across takes and setups

• Arrive prepared, professional, and ready to work in a fast-paced indie set environment

Requirements

• Casting two lead roles:

  • Afia: Black female lead, 20s — virtuous, composed, values-driven, guided by integrity and moral clarity

  • Kweku: Black male lead, 20s — opportunistic, socially agile, eager to be liked, chasing power and wealth

• Strong acting skills with the ability to handle complex emotional material

• Headshot, resume, and acting reel available for consideration

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Greek God Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A short film titled Greek God is casting talent for paid speaking roles filming in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan area. This project explores mythic themes, desire, and obsession, following a young man whose physical attraction spirals into an unsettling path. If you’re looking for an indie short film acting opportunity with dramatic, emotionally driven material, this is a great role-based casting call to consider.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a short film production with dramatic and emotional storytelling

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with cast for authentic performances

• Maintain continuity, professionalism, and on-set focus throughout filming

• Be prepared for character-driven themes involving intensity, desire, and inner conflict

Requirements

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Greater Grand Rapids, MI area

• Billy: Male, 20s, winged deity with an emotional, vigorous charge toward others

• Zane: Male, 20s, mystifying deity who shows love for pain and nature

• Sienna: Female, 30s, a quiet character with deep thoughts and an escalating sense of peril

• Comfortable performing in a darker, dramatic indie short film tone

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow direction on set

Compensation

• $85 per day

Half the Horse Casting Call: Two Actresses

Job Description
A narrative video art project is casting two actresses for lead roles in a story centered on two partners who share a horse—until the horse lands an office job and their reality starts to shift. Auditions will be held online, with in-person callbacks in Manhattan. All dialogue is in English, and performers should be comfortable carrying emotionally grounded scenes with subtle comedy and surreal storytelling.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in a narrative video art production with scripted English dialogue

• Collaborate with the director to bring nuanced, character-driven moments to life

• Participate in online auditions and attend in-person callbacks in Manhattan if selected

• Maintain professionalism, preparation, and consistency across rehearsals and filming

Requirements

• Role 1: Chinese female, age 24 (all dialogue in English)

• Role 2: Chinese/East Asian female, age 35+ (all dialogue in English)

• Strong acting ability with natural delivery and emotional range

• Comfortable working in a surreal, narrative-driven video art style

• Must be able to attend Manhattan callbacks if requested

Compensation

• Paid (details provided upon selection)

After School Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A short film is now casting SAG-AFTRA and non-union talent for lead and supporting roles. This character-driven story follows a sensitive young boy navigating “feminine” interests while facing rigid expectations around masculinity. Casting is open to all ethnicities, with roles for child actors and adult performers. Filming will take place in New York.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a short film production, including emotional and dialogue-driven moments

• Take direction from the director and collaborate with cast for natural, authentic performances

• Maintain professionalism on set, including punctuality, focus, and continuity between takes

• For select adult roles, participate in intimacy scenes with appropriate coordination and consent practices

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

• Lead Child Role: Male, ages 4–8 (bright, bubbly, expressive; no prior acting experience required)

• Lead Child Role: Female, ages 4–8 (energetic, self-aware, playful; no prior acting experience required)

• Lead Adult Role: Male, 30s–40s (blue-collar/construction-worker type; includes male/male intimacy)

• Supporting Adult Role: Male, ages 25–40 (masculine, intense; includes male/male intimacy)

• Supporting Adult Role: Female, ages 22–30 (warm, fun, playful teacher energy; comedic timing a plus)

• Minors must be accompanied by a parent/guardian per production rules and child performer requirements

Compensation

• $125/day

Vertical Short Film Casting Call: Background Actors

Job Description
A vertical short film production is seeking background actors for a fast-paced, cinematic project filming in San Antonio, Texas. This opportunity is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience in a professional short film environment. Roles are non-speaking background parts that support key scenes involving clubs, gangs, and action-driven moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray realistic background characters such as club patrons, mob guards, soldiers, and gang members
• Follow on-set direction to enhance scene authenticity
• Maintain professional behavior and continuity throughout filming
• Participate in staged action or light combat scenes when required

Requirements

• Men and women ages 20–45
• Must be local to San Antonio, Texas (local hire only)
• Reliable transportation required
• Athletic or tough appearance preferred for select roles
• Comfort with club, action, or crime-drama settings
• Stage combat experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• $90 for up to 6 hours per day
• Half-day shoot format
• Non-union background acting role

Queer Cast and Crew for Short Holiday Film (NYC)

Job Description
A short holiday film is booking queer cast and crew for a fun, passion-project shoot filming in New York City. The story follows Raven, a Christmas-hating queer who unexpectedly collides with Parker during a festive bar crawl, leading to flirtation, clashing holiday cheer, and chemistry that challenges them both. This is an unpaid project, with food and IMDb credit provided, and there may be opportunities to discuss work trades or future paid projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform or crew on a short holiday film set in NYC

• Collaborate with a queer-forward creative team in a supportive environment

• For cast: deliver natural, chemistry-driven performances suited to romantic comedy energy

• For crew: support production needs on set and help keep the shoot running smoothly

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and clear communication during production

Requirements

• Queer cast and crew encouraged to apply

• Must be able to work in New York City as a local hire or travel independently

• Comfortable working on an indie, passion-project style production

• Collaborative attitude and reliability

Compensation

• Unpaid roles

• Food provided

• IMDb credit provided

• Work trades or other options may be discussed

Student Film Casting Call: “The Dark Room” (Supporting Roles + Extras)

Job Description
A student psychological drama titled “The Dark Room” is casting in Boca Raton, Florida. The story follows a young photography student struggling with family conflict and mental health while trying to finish a high school photography project. As pressure builds, reality begins to blur, and the images he captures start to feel disturbingly alive. The project includes intense themes, and lead roles may involve mature language and R-rated content.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a student film with psychological drama elements

• Take direction from the casting team and director during auditions and filming

• Deliver grounded, emotionally honest performances in family-conflict scenes

• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout the shoot schedule

• For extras: portray students in a hallway scene with natural background action

Requirements

• Must be local to Boca Raton, Florida or able to work as a local hire

• English-speaking performers

• Comfortable with mature themes (role dependent)

• Roles available:

  • Diane (Female, young to middle-aged): supporting role portraying a strict, chaotic, emotionally unavailable mother

  • Jonathan (Male, young to middle-aged): supporting role portraying a distant, quiet, unemotional father

  • Teen extras: background students for a hallway scene

Compensation

• Compensation details provided upon selection

Drama Short: “Nail Salon” Casting Call

Job Description
A drama project titled “Nail Salon” is casting non-union actors for an upcoming shoot in Miami, Florida. This production is unpaid, but includes on-set perks such as food, plus IMDb credit and reel footage for selected talent. The project is also planned as a promotional video for a larger series, with the possibility of being asked back if the series moves forward.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a dramatic promotional short

• Bring an authentic, grounded performance to character-driven moments

• Take direction from the director and work collaboratively with the crew

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to work on set

• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Non-union talent

• Must be able to work in Miami, Florida as a local hire or travel independently

• Comfortable performing in a drama project with character-focused storytelling

• Role available:

  • Natalie (Female or female-presenting, late teens to early 20s, open ethnicity): bright-eyed, ambitious, and determined—willing to do whatever it takes to get what she wants

Compensation

• Unpaid role

• Food provided

• IMDb credit provided

• Reel footage provided

Job Description
A paid, non-union music video and short film project is casting in Toronto and is open to all types of looks. This production is looking for compelling performers who can bring grounded, cinematic storytelling to camera. Multiple lead and supporting roles are available, including adult and child roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a music video/short film production

• Take direction on set and deliver natural, camera-ready performances

• Collaborate with cast and crew to support smooth filming days

• Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and strong on-set focus

• Adapt performance choices for multiple takes and coverage

Requirements

• Non-union talent

• Based in Toronto or able to work as a local hire

• All types of looks encouraged

• Comfortable working on a professional music video and short film set

• Roles include:

  • Young Single Mother (Lead Female, BIPOC, ages 25–35; racially ambiguous encouraged)

  • Child 1 (BIPOC, ages 5–12)

  • Child 2 (BIPOC, ages 5–12)

  • Convenience Store Shopkeeper (Lead Male, Hispanic, ages 26–50)

  • Supporting Male (Caucasian, ages 30+)

  • Caregiver Daughter (Lead Female, South Asian, ages 29–40)

  • Elderly Mother (Supporting Female, South Asian, ages 56+)

Compensation

• Paid roles (rates provided upon selection)

Short Film Casting Call: “The Way the Light Changes”

Job Description
Project Casting is seeking non-union actors for a paid, self-funded short film in North Florida (Taylor County/Big Bend area). This dramatic, metaphysical story is minimalist and intimate, focusing on memory, choice, identity, and emotional boundaries. Performances should feel grounded and precise—quiet intensity over big emotion, with strong listening and presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform dialogue-driven scenes with subtlety and restraint

• Collaborate with the director to achieve a minimalist, intimate tone

• Communicate emotion through stillness, listening, and subtext

• Stay consistent across takes with controlled, natural performance choices

• Maintain professionalism on set during a micro-budget production

Requirements

• Non-union talent

• Ability to deliver grounded, natural performances with minimal exposition

• Strong control over expressiveness (no melodrama or overplaying)

• Comfortable with quiet scenes, subtext, and ethical/emotional conflict

• Must be able to work as a local hire in North Florida (Taylor County/Big Bend area)

• Roles available:

  • Daniel (Male, 40–55) — Lead

  • Evelyn (Female, 20–30) — Supporting Lead

  • Michael (Male, 20–30) — Supporting

Compensation

• Paid roles (self-funded micro-budget)

• Lead: $200 per day

• Supporting: $150 per day

Actors Needed for Graduation Short Film (Multiple Roles)

Job Description
An upcoming graduation film now accepting submissions from actors for shooting in West London. This emotionally driven short film explores love, caregiving, and facing life-changing news, with intimate, character-focused scenes. Talent should be comfortable with subtle, naturalistic performance and be available for production in London.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes with emotional depth and grounded realism

• Collaborate with the director and student film crew on blocking and timing

• Take direction and adjust performance for multiple takes

• Arrive prepared, on time, and ready to work on set

• Maintain professionalism throughout rehearsals and filming days

Requirements

• Must be based in London or able to travel to West London for filming

• Strong acting ability with a natural, intimate screen presence

• Comfortable portraying emotionally intense subject matter

• Availability required during the production window

• Open to student/graduation film set environment and smaller crews

Compensation

• Compensation details will be provided upon selection

• Screen credit included

• Additional details shared with shortlisted talent

Available Roles

• George (Male, 50–80): A devoted husband navigating his wife’s illness with warmth and quiet strength

• Addie (Female, 60–80): A loving, resilient woman facing a terminal diagnosis with bravery and grace

• Jane (Female, 18–40): A caring daughter supporting her parents through hospice and end-of-life care

Karma: Full Circle – Background Actors

Job Description
The television series Karma: Full Circle is seeking background actors for multiple featured and non-speaking roles. This is a great opportunity for performers looking to gain on-set experience and build series credits while working on a professionally produced project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned background roles naturally and consistently on set

• Follow direction from the production team and background coordinators

• Maintain continuity, wardrobe, and professionalism during filming

• Be punctual, attentive, and ready for extended filming days as needed

Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work as a background actor

• Comfortable working in crowd scenes or uniformed roles

• Ability to follow instructions and work well in a fast-paced production environment

• Prior background acting experience is helpful but not required

Compensation

• IMDb credit

• Unpaid background role

• Valuable on-set experience with a scripted television series