Director of Photography – Short Film

Job Description
A casting team is seeking actors for featured and background roles in an upcoming action-thriller short film titled Dogs on Fire. The production is looking for performers who can portray law enforcement characters, civilians, and everyday pedestrians in a dramatic, high-intensity storyline.

This project offers performers the opportunity to collaborate with an experienced creative team on a cinematic short film. Selected talent may participate in action sequences, rehearsals, and staged blocking as part of the film’s production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in an action-thriller short film

• Participate in rehearsals, scene blocking, and action sequences when required

• Follow direction from the directors and production team

• Deliver authentic and engaging performances suited to the film’s dramatic tone

• Work collaboratively with cast and crew during filming

Requirements

• Cops: Male actors, late 20s to late 30s. Must be able to run and willing to participate in rehearsals, stunts, and scene blocking.

• Homeless Woman: Female actors, ages 20–40. Must be comfortable performing physical scenes that may include being tackled during staged action moments.

• Background Actors: Adults 18+ to portray pedestrians and everyday civilians in street scenes.

• Must be able to work in the filming location

• Comfortable performing in an action-themed production environment

• Reliable and professional on set

Compensation

• IMDb credit provided

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a professionally produced short film

• On-set experience with an established production team

Job Description
A production team is seeking a voice actor for the graduation short film WISP, a haunting coming-of-age drama exploring themes of queer isolation and the influence of an unseen presence. The project follows a teenage character struggling with emotional distance and the mysterious voice that seems to guide and manipulate him.

The selected voice actor will portray “The Voice,” an unseen character who speaks to the protagonist during moments of isolation. The role requires a calm yet authoritative vocal performance that blends comfort with subtle control, creating an eerie and intimate presence throughout the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide voice acting for the character “The Voice” in the short film WISP

• Deliver lines with emotional nuance and atmospheric tone

• Work with the director to capture the intended mood and character dynamics

• Record clear, high-quality voice performances for the film production

• Collaborate with the creative team to shape the character’s vocal presence

Requirements

• Voice acting experience preferred but not required

• Ability to deliver a calm, authoritative, and slightly eerie vocal performance

• English accent preferred

• Comfortable portraying a character with a mysterious and intimate tone

• Ability to provide a showreel or voice samples if available

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity

• Credit in the graduation film production

• Opportunity to gain experience in an independent short film project

Job Description

A student short film titled Devil Gone Home is seeking a male actor in his 20s to 30s for a lead role. The project follows a lone traveler who encounters the devil at a crossroads, forcing him to confront the tension between pursuing greatness and risking the loss of himself.

This short film will be produced as a creative student project and filmed using a virtual LED volume wall stage, offering performers the opportunity to work with innovative film technology in a cinematic storytelling environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a dramatic student short film

• Perform scripted scenes exploring themes of ambition, fear, and personal conflict

• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the story to life

• Participate in filming on a virtual LED volume stage production setup

• Follow direction during filming to achieve the intended visual and emotional performance

Requirements

• Male actor aged 20–30

• Open to all ethnicities

• Acting experience preferred but not required

• Must provide a headshot, resume, and demo reel when submitting

• Ability to perform in a dramatic short film role

Compensation

• This is an unpaid student film opportunity

• Participants will gain experience working on a short film production utilizing LED volume stage technology

• Opportunity to collaborate with emerging filmmakers and build portfolio material

Job Description
A production team is seeking an experienced Director of Photography (DP) to film an interview for a show that will be broadcast on the indie streaming platform Red Coral Universe. The production is looking for a cinematographer who can provide a professional three-camera package to capture high-quality interview footage.

The selected DP will collaborate with the production team to set up and execute a multi-camera interview shoot, ensuring strong lighting, framing, and visual consistency suitable for streaming broadcast.

Job Responsibilities

• Operate as the Director of Photography for a multi-camera interview shoot

• Provide and manage a three-camera package for the production

• Set up lighting, framing, and camera placement for a professional interview look

• Coordinate with the production team to ensure smooth filming operations

• Deliver high-quality footage suitable for streaming broadcast

• Manage camera equipment and ensure proper technical setup during the shoot

Requirements

• Experience working as a Director of Photography for film, television, or streaming content

• Must have access to a three-camera package suitable for interview production

• Strong understanding of lighting and camera setups for interview-style filming

• Ability to work efficiently with a small production team

• Professional reel and gear list preferred when submitting

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate to be discussed with production)

• Transportation assistance may be provided

• Opportunity to collaborate on a streaming platform production

Job Description
A student production team from Sheridan College is seeking an actor for a minor role in the short film Face the Heel. This project follows the intense competition between two individuals—a stripper and a privileged rival—as they race against the clock to secure a coveted editorial assistant position at a leading newspaper.

The selected actor will portray a small but memorable character appearing in a strip club setting. This role requires a performer capable of delivering subtle on-screen presence with a brief speaking part.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a customer character in a strip club scene

• Deliver 1–2 lines of dialogue during the scene

• Follow direction from the film’s director and production team

• Maintain professionalism and consistency during filming

• Collaborate with cast and crew throughout production

Requirements

• Any gender, any ethnicity

• Must be 19 years or older

• Ability to portray a “creepy customer” character convincingly

• Must be able to provide a headshot and resume or demo reel for submission

• Comfortable performing in a nightclub or strip club scene setting

Compensation

• Non-union student short film

• Unpaid opportunity

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a student film production

Job Description
A short film production is casting a male actor for a supporting role in the upcoming action thriller Dogs on Fire. Casting directors are seeking a strong performer who can portray a character involved in a high-stakes heist storyline. The project will film in the Rio Grande Valley and offers actors the opportunity to gain professional credits and demo reel footage while working on a dynamic action-focused production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in an action thriller short film

• Participate in rehearsals, blocking, and scripted action scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Perform scenes that may involve staged action or stunt-style movement

Requirements

• Male actor in his late 20s to early 30s

• Fluent in both Spanish and English

• Comfortable performing in an action or thriller film environment

• Willing to participate in rehearsals and production blocking

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Rio Grande Valley

Compensation

• IMDb credit

• Demo reel footage for portfolio use

Job Description
A student production team is seeking male actors for an upcoming Western drama short film filming in Willis, Texas. This non-union project tells the story of an escaped convict who stumbles upon the remote camp of a lone cowboy. As the two men develop an uneasy bond on the frontier, a relentless U.S. Marshal closes in, determined to capture the fugitive.

The film explores themes of redemption, morality, survival, and the emotional complexity of life on the frontier. The production is looking for actors capable of delivering intense, character-driven performances in a dramatic Western setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray key characters in a narrative Western short film

• Deliver emotionally grounded performances aligned with the film’s dramatic tone

• Collaborate with the director and production team during rehearsals and filming

• Participate in scenes that may involve horseback riding

• Maintain professionalism and commitment during the production process

Requirements

• Male actors who can portray characters within the specified age ranges

• Must be comfortable riding a horse (walking and trotting; no stunt work required)

• Ability to portray emotionally complex characters with intensity and depth

• Willingness to work on a non-union student film project

• Professional attitude and ability to collaborate with cast and crew

Roles Available

• Ben – Escaped Convict / Gunslinger (Male, 20–30)
  A hardened outlaw with a strong moral core. Despite his troubled past, he carries a quiet determination and sense of honor. The actor must be capable of portraying internal conflict and resilience. Must be comfortable riding a horse.

• James – Lone Cowboy (Male, 55+)
  An aging cowboy shaped by decades of experience and hardship. Wise and reflective, he carries the emotional weight of loss while embodying the spirit of the frontier. Horseback riding experience preferred.

• U.S. Marshal Wallace (Male, 35–60)
  A once-respected lawman driven by ambition and arrogance. Ruthless and relentless in his pursuit of justice, Wallace’s pride may ultimately become his downfall. Must be comfortable riding a horse.

Compensation

• Gas reimbursement for travel to set

• Meals provided on set

• Hotel accommodations if needed

• Opportunity to gain experience working on a student film production

Job Description
A short film production is casting a male Spanish-speaking actor to portray a doctor in the upcoming film La Última Esperanza. Casting directors are seeking a fluent Spanish speaker who can bring professionalism and authenticity to a medical role within the story. This project will film in the Rio Grande Valley and offers performers the opportunity to participate in a professionally produced narrative short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a doctor in scripted scenes for a short film

• Deliver natural dialogue and performance in Spanish

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Help create a believable medical environment within the story

Requirements

• Male actor ages 40–65

• Fluent Spanish speaker

• Ability to portray a professional doctor character

• Comfortable performing in a narrative film production

• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Rio Grande Valley area

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

Actors for Untitled Nashville Horror Film

Job Description
A horror film production is casting actors for multiple roles in an upcoming non-union horror movie filming in the Nashville, Tennessee area. Casting directors are seeking performers who are comfortable working in a horror environment that may include gore effects, fake blood, and special effects prosthetics. The production is looking for a range of characters including a girl-next-door type, a young male character, and several hospital patient roles that will appear in suspenseful scenes throughout the film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a horror film production

• Perform naturally on camera in suspenseful or dramatic scenes

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Participate in scenes that may involve special effects, fake blood, or prosthetics

• Help create realistic and intense moments within the storyline

Requirements

• Female actor ages 20–35 to portray a “girl next door” type character

• Male actor ages 20–30 with a regular build and clean-shaven appearance

• Male actors ages 20–40 to portray hospital patients

• One amputee male actor encouraged to apply for a hospital patient role

• Must be comfortable with gore, fake blood, and horror special effects

• Comfortable appearing on camera in intense or suspenseful scenes

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity

• Opportunity to work on a professional horror film production

Male Actors for Horror Short Film “The Giggler”

Job Description
A horror short film production is casting male actors for intense lead roles in an upcoming psychological thriller project. The film centers around a disturbing story involving loyalty, manipulation, and survival as a young man confronts a terrifying predator hidden behind humor and deception. Casting directors are seeking performers who can portray emotionally layered characters in a dark, suspenseful narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex characters in a psychological horror storyline

• Deliver emotionally intense and dramatic on-camera performances

• Collaborate with the production team to bring suspenseful scenes to life

• Follow direction during scenes involving dark or thriller-themed material

Requirements

• Male actor, early 20s to portray Dom

• Male actor, mid-20s to portray Jake / “The Giggler”

• Strong acting ability and comfort with dramatic storytelling

• Ability to portray intense emotional and psychological scenes

• Comfortable working in a horror or thriller film environment

Compensation

• Paid or project-based opportunity depending on role

• Opportunity to appear in a horror short film production

Job Description
A non-union short film titled Finding Happiness is casting actors for lead and supporting roles. The story follows Emily Wilson, a student who transfers to a new school after experiencing a tragic loss in her family. As she adjusts to her new environment, she encounters new friendships, social conflicts, and unexpected romance that challenge her understanding of life and relationships.

The film will be shot in multiple Pennsylvania locations, including Allentown, Philadelphia, Lahaska, and Hatfield. Production will take place across several filming days in late May and early June.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a narrative short film production.

• Collaborate with the director and cast to portray emotionally driven characters.

• Participate in scheduled filming days and rehearsals if required.

• Deliver natural and engaging performances suited for a coming-of-age drama.

• Work professionally with the production team throughout filming.

Roles

James Jackson (Lead) – Caucasian Male
College senior and football player. Confident and athletic, James initially prioritizes sports above everything until his relationship with Emily begins to change his perspective on life.

Mark Matthews (Supporting) – Caucasian Male
College junior and one of Emily’s close friends. Confident, stylish, and in a relationship with Alex. Actors must be comfortable portraying a character in a same-sex relationship.

Alex Anderson (Supporting) – Caucasian Male
Another of Emily’s best friends. A grounded college junior who is in a relationship with Mark. Actors must be comfortable portraying a character in a same-sex relationship.

Shannon Carter (Supporting) – Blonde Caucasian Female
The popular “Queen Bee” of the school. A stylish college senior who is dating James and embodies the typical mean-girl persona.

Requirements

• Actors ideally in their late 20s who can portray college-aged characters.

• Strong acting ability and ability to work in a collaborative film environment.

• Availability for filming between May 26 and June 10 depending on role.

• Comfortable performing dramatic scenes within a coming-of-age story.

Compensation

• Lead and supporting roles are paid.

• IMDb credit.

• Meals provided on set.

• Footage for actor reels.

Black Male Lead Actor for Short Film

Job Description
A short film production is casting a Black Jamaican male actor for the lead role in an upcoming project filming in Jamaica. The production is seeking a physically skilled performer who can bring athletic energy and strong on-screen presence to the role. This character requires someone comfortable performing acrobatics or gymnastics, with motorbike riding considered a plus. This opportunity is ideal for talented performers looking to take on a dynamic lead role in a short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character in a short film production

• Execute physical movements such as acrobatics or gymnastics as required by the role

• Follow direction from the director and production team during filming

• Deliver a compelling on-screen performance that supports the film’s story

Requirements

• Black male actor ages 18–25

• Must be Jamaican and based in Jamaica

• Strong physical ability with experience in acrobatics or gymnastics

• Motorbike riding experience is a plus

• Comfortable performing physically demanding scenes

Compensation

• Paid short film opportunity (rate disclosed upon selection)

• Opportunity to appear as the lead in a professionally produced film