DOP Casting Call for Nightwing Short Film

Job Description

A casting opportunity is available for an actress to portray a powerful and complex character inspired by historical influences from the Bronx during the 2011–2015 Brujería gang era. Producers are seeking Indigenous-identifying talent, including mixed Indigenous performers, with preference given to Taino-identifying actresses, though all qualified candidates will be considered.

The role combines elements of a strong Indigenous female leader with the commanding presence of a notorious crime figure, creating a unique and compelling character for a dramatic project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or featured character in a scripted production.
• Participate in rehearsals, auditions, and filming as required.
• Bring emotional depth, authenticity, and intensity to the role.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team to develop the character.
• Perform scenes consistent with the project’s dramatic and crime-related themes.

Requirements

• Indigenous-identifying actresses encouraged to apply.
• Mixed Indigenous performers are welcome.
• Taino heritage preferred but not required.
• Strong acting ability and on-camera presence.
• Ability to portray a complex and powerful character.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be available for auditions and production activities as scheduled.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected applicants.
• Additional project information and script materials will be provided during the casting process.

Job Description

A paid opportunity is available for an experienced Production Designer to join the short horror film Heaven’s Corner. The production team is seeking a creative professional who can help execute an established visual concept by sourcing props, creating set pieces, and designing the film’s primary location.

Set in a Latino burlesque club, the film follows a bartender who receives a mysterious package from a former girlfriend and is warned not to look inside. The project is part of the Silverlake Scream Show horror anthology and will be filmed at a real bar and burlesque venue in East Los Angeles.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee production design for the short film.
• Source, create, and manage props required for filming.
• Execute set dressing and visual styling based on established creative direction.
• Collaborate closely with the directors and production team.
• Prepare the filming location to match the project’s visual requirements.
• Assist with production design logistics before and during filming.

Requirements

• Experience in production design, art direction, set decoration, or related roles.
• Ability to source and create props within production timelines.
• Strong organizational and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with filmmakers and crew members.
• Must provide relevant work samples for consideration.
• Experience working on independent films, horror projects, or short films is preferred.

Compensation Details

• $700 flat-rate compensation.
• Paid production position.

Job Description

Barbarella Casting Agency is seeking an autistic actor for an upcoming vertical series production filming in Los Angeles. This non-union opportunity is open to individuals on the autism spectrum who can bring authenticity and representation to the project. The production encourages submissions from autistic talent and welcomes performers interested in gaining experience in a professional filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured actor or background performer in a vertical series production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in scheduled shoot days as required.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members.
• Help bring authenticity and representation to the project.

Requirements

• Must be on the autism spectrum.
• Ages 18–25.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Must submit a recent photo, full name, age, and phone number.
• Available to work during the production schedule.
• Non-union talent welcome.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details not specified.
• No agency fee required.
• Professional production experience opportunity.

Job Description

A film production is seeking paid background actors for an upcoming scene filming in Lansing, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring performers and individuals interested in gaining on-camera experience while working alongside a professional production team. Selected background actors will help bring realism and atmosphere to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in designated scenes.
• Follow instructions from the director, assistant directors, and production staff.
• Remain attentive and professional throughout filming.
• Participate in multiple takes as required.
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Lansing, Illinois.
• Ability to follow on-set directions and maintain continuity between takes.
• Professional attitude and reliability.
• Previous acting experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera.

Compensation Details

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.

Gen X Friends Travel Campaign Casting Call

Job Description

A travel and accommodation campaign is seeking groups of real friends based in Sydney, Australia to appear in an upcoming commercial project. Casting directors are looking for Gen X women between the ages of 45 and 60 who share a genuine friendship and can authentically showcase travel experiences together. This paid opportunity offers the chance to be featured in a professional advertising campaign celebrating friendship, adventure, and connection.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a group of real friends in a travel and accommodation campaign
• Participate in photo and video content for commercial marketing materials
• Follow creative direction from the production team
• Interact naturally on camera to capture authentic friendships
• Attend scheduled production activities and shoot dates

Requirements

• Women ages 45–60
• Must be real friends applying as a group of 2–4 people
• Based in Sydney, Australia
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Available for the production schedule
• Willing to travel up to three hours from Sydney if required

Compensation

• $4,000 AUD per person
• Additional superannuation benefits may apply
• Paid commercial campaign opportunity
• Professional advertising and lifestyle campaign experience

Real Family Casting Call for Travel Campaign

Job Description

A travel and accommodation campaign is seeking a real family based in Sydney, Australia to appear in an upcoming commercial project. Casting directors are looking for two parents and two children to authentically showcase family travel experiences. This paid opportunity offers families the chance to participate in a professional advertising campaign while creating memorable experiences together.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate as a real family in a travel and accommodation campaign
• Follow creative direction during the photo and video shoot
• Interact naturally on camera in family-focused scenes
• Attend all scheduled production activities as required
• Work collaboratively with the production team throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Must be a real family
• Two parents, ages 30–40
• Two children of any age
• Based in Sydney, Australia
• Comfortable appearing on camera together
• Available for the production schedule
• Willing to travel up to three hours from Sydney if required

Compensation

• Adult talent: $4,000 AUD per person
• Child talent: $1,000 AUD per person
• Additional superannuation benefits may apply
• Paid commercial campaign opportunity

Job Description

The upcoming film Father Forgive Me is casting for the role of Regina, a complex and emotionally layered character at the center of a dramatic story about marriage, betrayal, faith, and personal agency. This union and non-union production is seeking a talented actress capable of portraying a strong-willed woman navigating a difficult marriage while pursuing her own desires and independence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Regina in a dramatic narrative film.
• Deliver emotionally nuanced and compelling performances.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to develop the character.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Accurately portray the character’s emotional journey and interpersonal conflicts.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Mid-to-late 30s.
• Brunette preferred.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Strong acting abilities with experience portraying dramatic material.
• Must be able to embody a confident, intelligent, and assertive character.
• Headshot required.
• Résumé required.
• Demo reel preferred but not required.
• Union and non-union performers are welcome to apply.

Character Description – Regina

• Mid-to-late 30s.
• Intelligent, ambitious, and emotionally complex.
• Former aspiring lawyer whose life took an unexpected turn after becoming a young mother.
• Married for two decades and increasingly frustrated by her husband’s behavior.
• Begins an affair while seeking independence and control over her life.
• Calculated, confident, and determined to shape her own future.

Compensation Details

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

A student short film titled Summer is seeking actors for several supporting and featured roles. Filming will take place in the UBC and Greater Vancouver area. This non-union production explores themes of adulthood, relationships, self-discovery, and personal growth through an ensemble cast of compelling characters.

Actors of all backgrounds and experience levels are encouraged to apply. The lead role has already been cast, and production is currently seeking performers for key supporting and featured characters.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a scripted short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate with directors, cast members, and crew.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.

Available Roles

Lucy (Supporting)

• Female, ages 30–50.
• Eccentric, unpredictable, and deeply genuine.
• Funny, insightful, and socially unconventional.

Olivia (Featured)

• Female, early 20s.
• Summer’s best friend.
• Warm, loyal, confident, and emotionally perceptive.

Dante (Featured)

• Male, 20s.
• Ambitious, intelligent, and charismatic.
• Confident and driven with an intense presence.

Mark (Featured)

• Male, ages 30–40s.
• Additional character details provided by production.

Requirements

• Open to actors of all backgrounds and experience levels.
• Headshot required.
• Résumé preferred but not required.
• Acting reel or additional acting materials welcome but optional.
• Must be available to work in the Greater Vancouver area.
• Comfortable working on a student film production.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• Valuable on-set experience and networking opportunities.
• Non-union production.

Job Description

The upcoming short film Daisy Killers, adapted from Ernest Hemingway’s The Killers, is seeking background extras for a short scene. This non-union production welcomes individuals with no prior acting experience who are interested in gaining on-set experience and receiving IMDb credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background extra in a filmed scene.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Maintain professionalism while on set.
• Be available for the full filming schedule assigned.
• Help create a realistic and engaging scene atmosphere.

Requirements

• Open to individuals interested in background work.
• No acting experience required.
• Must be available for filming in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
• Must submit a recent photo and age for consideration.
• Ability to follow on-set instructions and work collaboratively.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity.
• IMDb credit provided.
• Valuable on-set experience with an independent film production.

Job Description

A paid short film production titled Silent Scars is casting local talent in the Atlanta area for a psychological drama exploring themes of love, trauma, self-worth, emotional abuse, and personal empowerment. The film follows Kendall, a college student whose relationship with a charming but troubled partner gradually turns toxic, forcing her to find the strength to reclaim her voice and independence.

This non-union production offers actors the opportunity to contribute to a meaningful story while gaining valuable exposure through film festival submissions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a scripted psychological drama.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to deliver emotionally authentic performances.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.
• Support storytelling centered on sensitive themes handled with care and purpose.

Requirements

Trey’s Father (Day Player)

• Male, White, ages 25–40.
• Strong, intense screen presence.
• Appears in flashback scenes involving difficult family dynamics.

College Students (Background Extras)

• All genders, ages 18–25.
• All ethnicities welcome.
• Portray students in campus, library, and party scenes.

Submission Requirements

• Headshot.
• Résumé.
• Demo reel (if available).
• Specify the role(s) you are interested in.

Compensation Details

• Paid roles.
• Non-union production.
• IMDb credit.
• Copy of footage for acting reel use.
• Film festival exposure through submissions to festivals across the United States.

Job Description

An upcoming film project is seeking talented actors for paid roles in a scripted production. Casting directors are looking for performers who can bring strong character presence and professionalism to the screen. This project offers competitive compensation and is seeking actors ready to move quickly into production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned roles in a scripted film production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the director and production team.
• Deliver compelling and authentic on-screen performances.
• Follow creative direction and production requirements throughout filming.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 25–40.
• Height requirement: 6’0″–6’5″.
• African American actors, ages 25–50.
• Strong acting skills and professional demeanor.
• IMDB profile link preferred but not required.
• Acting reel required.
• Professional headshot required.
• Résumé optional.
• Must be available to participate in production schedules.

Compensation Details

• $1,000 per role.
• Additional project details will be provided to selected talent.

Job Description

A student proof-of-concept film titled Canary is seeking a female actor to portray the lead character, Phoenix. This female-led production tells the story of a teenage thief whose life spirals out of control after a crime is exposed on live television. The project offers an opportunity for emerging performers to gain on-screen experience, screen credit, and participation in an independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Phoenix, throughout the production.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver an authentic performance that captures the character’s rebellious and impulsive nature.
• Collaborate with the directors and production team to bring the story to life.
• Be prepared to perform emotional and dramatic scenes.

Requirements

• Female talent.
• Ages 18–22.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Must be able to portray a troublemaker/rebel personality.
• Strong acting ability and comfort performing dramatic scenes.
• Self-tape, résumé, or previous work samples preferred.
• Prior experience is welcome but not required.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid student production.
• Catering provided during filming.
• Screen credit in the completed film.
• Screening ticket for the finished project.
• Selected participants will receive a final cut of the film.