Fantasy Film Casting Call for Lead Actress

Job Description

F.S Studios is seeking non-union actors for an upcoming one-day weekend shoot taking place in Kitchener. This volunteer/limited-budget production centers around an environmentally themed story and is casting performers for outdoor scenes involving nature-focused characters.

The production welcomes talent of all builds and ethnicities, with no prior acting experience required for selected roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in outdoor scenes for a short film production
• Collaborate with the director and crew during filming
• Follow creative direction during the shoot
• Participate in a one-day weekend production schedule
• Remain comfortable acting in outdoor trail and forest environments

Requirements

Roles Available

• Man Who Can Speak to Trees
  • Ages 20–50
  • All builds and ethnicities welcome
  • Comfortable acting outdoors
• Couple Going for a Walk on a Trail
  • Ages 18–30
  • All builds and ethnicities welcome
  • Comfortable acting outdoors

Additional Requirements

• Non-union talent only
• No prior acting experience necessary
• Positive attitude and reliability preferred

Compensation Details

• Volunteer/limited-budget production
• Experience-building opportunity
• Potential networking and on-set experience

Job Description

A dark fantasy production is seeking a lead actress for the upcoming project Vampire World. Casting directors are searching for a talented performer to portray “Denise,” a powerful and mysterious central character whose hidden secret could alter the fate of the vampire world.

This role requires strong emotional depth, screen presence, and the ability to balance strength with vulnerability in a dramatic fantasy setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Denise” in a dark fantasy production
• Perform emotionally driven scenes with dramatic intensity
• Collaborate with the production team and fellow cast members
• Participate in rehearsals, filming, and promotional activities if required
• Deliver a compelling on-screen performance that fits the dark fantasy genre

Requirements

• Female, ages 18–28
• Strong screen presence
• Wide emotional acting range
• Ability to portray both strength and vulnerability
• Prior acting experience preferred but not required
• Must submit a headshot and acting reel for consideration

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates

Job Description

An independent feature film is now casting actors for a psychological survival thriller filming in Ohio. Inspired by Get Out and No Country for Old Men, this intense, story-driven project explores themes of generational trauma, revenge, survival, and psychological terror.

Casting directors are seeking committed actors for supporting, featured, and background roles. This production is ideal for performers looking to gain on-set experience, build their acting portfolio, and receive IMDb credit.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature film production
• Attend rehearsals, fittings, and filming dates as scheduled
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members
• Deliver emotionally grounded and authentic performances
• Follow production guidance and on-set direction

Requirements

Casting the following roles:

• Leah Williams (Lead)
• Jesse Harlan (Supporting Antagonist)
• Big Earl
• Marcus Jackson
• Darrell Jackson
• John
• Curtis
• Betty Harlan
• Butch Harlan
• Deputy Harlan (Flashback)
• Young Desi
• Deputies, motel guests, locals, and background performers

Submission materials:

• Headshot
• Resume
• Demo reel (if available)
• Current location
• Role(s) interested in

Additional requirements:

• Must be comfortable with emotionally intense material
• Serious and committed actors preferred
• Content includes themes of racism, violence, and emotional trauma

Compensation Details

• Non-paid opportunity
• Food and on-set amenities provided
• IMDb credit included
• Professional footage for acting reels
• Opportunity for industry exposure and networking

Actors for SAG Short Film “The Spur Squatter”

Job Description
A SAG short film is now casting lead, supporting, and day player roles for an upcoming production filming in Lufkin, Texas. Casting directors are seeking talented performers for a grounded Southern drama centered around family tension, grief, and personal conflict following a father’s funeral. The production is looking for actors capable of delivering emotionally layered and naturalistic performances for a variety of character-driven roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally complex characters in a dramatic short film
• Participate in rehearsals, self-tape auditions, and filming dates
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team
• Deliver authentic performances with grounded Southern realism

Requirements

• Seeking male and female actors for lead, supporting, and day player roles
• Roles available for performers from their 20s through 70s
• Comfortable performing dramatic and emotionally intense scenes
• Ability to portray East Texas or Southern character types preferred
• Local hires in or near Lufkin, Texas encouraged to apply
• SAG-AFTRA performers welcome

Compensation

• Lead roles: Up to $249 per day plus 10% agency fee
• Supporting roles: $150 per day plus 10% agency fee
• Day player roles: $150 per day plus 10% agency fee
• SAG-AFTRA Micro Budget Agreement production
• Filming scheduled for July 24–26 in Texas

Job Description

Casting directors are seeking talent for a paid female supporting role in the upcoming non-union short film Pouring From An Empty Glass. The production is looking to cast the role of Adrianna, a supporting female character for an independent film project shooting in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

This opportunity is ideal for actresses seeking experience in dramatic short film productions and collaborative independent filmmaking environments.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character “Adrianna” in the short film
• Participate in scheduled filming sessions
• Collaborate with the director and production team during shooting
• Deliver emotionally authentic on-camera performances
• Attend rehearsals or production meetings as needed

Requirements

• Female actors ages 21–40
• Comfortable working on a non-union short film production
• Strong acting and on-camera performance skills preferred
• Must be available for filming dates scheduled in June
• Applicants should contact production directly for submission details

Compensation Details

• Paid acting role
• Non-union production
• Additional compensation details provided upon contact

Job Description

Casting directors are seeking talent for a paid lead role in an upcoming short film/music visual shooting in London. The production is looking for someone to step into the role of “Ainy,” a confident and emotionally layered character featured in a story centered around friendship, tension, timing, and unspoken feelings between two women.

This project features a queer storyline focused on emotional connection rather than physical intimacy and will be filmed in a relaxed and collaborative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Ainy” in a short film/music visual production
• Participate in outdoor basketball court scenes and natural summer-themed sequences
• Collaborate closely with the creative team during filming
• Deliver emotionally authentic and natural on-camera performances
• Attend scheduled filming sessions during the production week

Requirements

• Seeking actors in their early 20s to 30s
• Prioritizing POC talent
• Must be expressive, natural on camera, and have strong screen presence
• Good chemistry and emotional performance ability preferred
• Acting, modeling, or video experience is a plus but not required
• Applicants must submit:
  • Recent photo or selfie
  • Age
  • Any acting/modeling/video experience
  • Availability for the shooting week

Compensation Details

• Paid role
• Compensation at minimum UK Equity short film rate
• Maximum 4-hour shoot
• Relaxed and collaborative production environment

Job Description

Casting directors are seeking Berlin-based actors for The Runner, a 15-minute student short film described as a dramedy, coming-of-age story, and modern love story set in present-day Berlin. Produced as part of the Master’s program at MetFilm School Berlin, the film explores themes of loneliness, connection, and belonging through emotionally grounded performances.

Actors with strong dramatic abilities and natural on-screen presence are encouraged to apply for this low-budget independent production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally authentic characters in a narrative short film
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled shooting days
• Collaborate closely with the student production team and director
• Deliver performances aligned with the film’s dramatic and coming-of-age themes
• Attend filming sessions in Berlin as scheduled

Requirements

• Must be based in or able to work in Berlin
• Acting experience preferred but not required
• Must submit a headshot, CV, and/or demo reel
• Fluent English required for select roles
• German accent considered a plus for some characters
• Comfortable working on an independent student film production

Compensation Details

• Payment is negotiable
• Low-budget student production
• Includes 5 shooting days plus 1 rehearsal day

Short Film Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description
An independent short film project is now casting lead and supporting actors for an emotionally driven story filming in Las Vegas, Nevada. Casting directors are seeking performers with strong emotional depth, natural chemistry, and authentic screen presence for the lead roles of Samuel and Sofia, along with a supporting street character role. This non-union production is being created for a film festival and offers a great opportunity for actors looking to build experience in narrative filmmaking.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead or supporting characters in a dramatic short film
• Deliver emotionally grounded and expressive performances
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members during filming
• Participate in scheduled nighttime shoots
• Follow creative direction throughout production

Requirements

• Strong acting ability and emotional range required
• Natural chemistry and expressive performances encouraged
• Seeking talent for romantic and emotionally layered roles
• Comfortable performing in dramatic scenes
• Must be available for filming in Las Vegas
• Reel or previous acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Non-union acting opportunity
• Meals and gas compensation provided
• Opportunity to appear in a film festival project
• Gain experience in an independent short film production

Short Film Casting Call for Drama Project

Job Description
An upcoming short film is now casting actors for a powerful drama exploring grief, survivor’s guilt, and identity. The story follows a young man returning to the coastline where memories and family visions continue to haunt him. Casting directors are seeking emotionally grounded performers with strong dramatic ability for lead and supporting roles in this character-driven project filming at Seven Sisters Beach.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally layered characters in a dramatic short film
• Collaborate closely with directors and cast during filming
• Deliver authentic performances centered on family relationships and emotional conflict
• Participate in on-location filming at coastal settings
• Follow creative direction throughout production

Requirements

• Seeking actors for multiple lead and supporting roles
• Male actors ages 24–30 for the role of Freddie
• Adult actors ages 40–55 for parental roles
• Must be able to perform a strong Manchester accent or native northern accent
• White/European descent preferred for story continuity
• Working-class authenticity and strong emotional range encouraged
• Previous acting experience preferred

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Opportunity to work on an emotionally driven independent short film
• Gain experience in a professionally directed production

Job Description

An EICAR student film titled Mr. Setback is now casting actors for an upcoming production filming in Paris, France. The story follows a nervous boyfriend whose fear and procrastination spiral into chaos before meeting his girlfriend’s parents.

The production is seeking performers for lead roles in this character-driven short film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead characters in a scripted student film
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled
• Collaborate with the director and production team
• Deliver emotionally authentic and engaging performances
• Participate in scenes focused on relationship dynamics and comedy-drama storytelling

Requirements

Casting is currently seeking:

• Layla
  • Female
  • Mid-20s
  • Arab background
• Pedro
  • Male
  • Mid-20s
  • Spanish background

Applicants should be comfortable performing in an independent student film environment.

Compensation Details

• Unpaid opportunity
• Food will be provided during production

NYU Thesis Film Casting Call

Job Description
An NYU graduate thesis film titled Brown Waters is now casting young Black female actors for lead and supporting roles in a coming-of-age story set in Georgia’s Bible Belt. The production is seeking talented young performers with strong emotional presence for an independent film exploring family, identity, and growing up in the South.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes in a dramatic coming-of-age film
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production
• Participate in callbacks and filming as scheduled
• Bring emotional authenticity and depth to the role

Requirements

• Seeking Black female actors for the following roles:
  • Adena: ages 9–12, lead role
  • Mary Ann: ages 12–15, supporting role
• Comfortable performing in a dramatic independent film
• Must be available for callbacks and filming in Decatur, Georgia
• Acting experience is a plus but not required

Compensation

• Meals provided during production
• Travel stipend available
• Film credit for participation
• Opportunity to work on an NYU graduate thesis film

SAG-AFTRA Short Film Casting Call

Job Description
A SAG-AFTRA graduate thesis short film filming in Virginia Beach is now casting Cuban-American and Filipino-American actors for multiple lead and supporting roles. The emotionally driven story follows a Cuban immigrant mother navigating family struggles, identity, and sacrifice while living in Norfolk, Virginia during the late 1960s. Hampton Roads local talent is strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a SAG-AFTRA short film
• Collaborate with directors and fellow cast members during production
• Participate in self-tape auditions and virtual callbacks if selected
• Bring emotional depth and authenticity to character performances

Requirements

• Cuban-American and Filipino-American actors encouraged to apply
• Comfortable performing emotionally dramatic scenes
• Some roles require comfort with beachwear scenes (no water work involved)
• Certain roles may require kissing scenes or smoking prop cigarettes
• Must be available for filming in Virginia Beach, Virginia

Compensation

• Lead roles paid up to $300 per day plus agency fee if applicable
• Supporting roles paid SAG SPA scale rates
• Professional SAG-AFTRA production credit
• Multi-day filming opportunity