Feature Film Casting Call for Fyah

Job Description
Casting real Cleveland locals to appear in the Destination Cleveland campaign. This non-speaking commercial shoot highlights everyday Cleveland residents and their lifestyle.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in short non-speaking scenes for the campaign

• Represent Cleveland authentically and naturally on camera

Requirements

• Must be a Cleveland local

• Roles available include:

  • Man with Bike (Male, 18-45)

  • Female Runners (Female, 18-35, must submit short running video)

  • Family of Kayakers (any age, kayaking experience required)

  • Fancy Restaurant Couple (Male/Female, 18-40)

  • Mom and Teen Shoppers (Female + Male/Female Teen, any age)

  • Family with Teen with Down Syndrome (open to any)

  • Beach Buddies (Male/Female, 18-40, comfortable in swimwear)

  • Family and Young Boy Guitar Player (Boy, 8-12, no pro experience needed)

  • Female Couple (Female, 18-30)

  • Family Gaming (Grandparents, parents, kids ages 8-14)

• Open to individuals 18-40 for general background

Compensation

• $100 for up to 4 hours of work

Sneaker Commercial Casting Call – Boat Salesman Role

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a talented actor to play a boat salesman in an upcoming sneaker commercial. This character should have a bold, memorable presence and bring a greasy, sleazy type energy to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the boat salesman character with strong comedic timing and personality

• Deliver scripted lines naturally and confidently

• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the character to life on set

Requirements

• White male, orange-tan complexion

• Ages 30s–60s

• Ability to convincingly portray a greasy/sleazy character

• Strong line delivery skills

• Comfortable working on set for both photo and video production

• Must be professional and take direction well

Compensation

• $2,000 – 20% agency fee

Theater Production Casting Call – Military, Law Enforcement & Security Backgrounds

Job Description:
A theater production in New York City is seeking individuals with backgrounds in the armed forces, law enforcement, or security services. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to explore acting, with or without prior performance experience. The project is open to men and women of all ages and backgrounds who are open-minded and eager to participate in a unique stage production.

Job Responsibilities:

• Participate in theater rehearsals and live performances

• Collaborate with the creative team and fellow cast members

• Portray characters authentically based on direction

• Contribute to a positive and professional production environment

Requirements:

• Background in armed forces, law enforcement, or security services preferred

• No previous acting experience required

• Must be reliable, open-minded, and willing to learn

• Comfortable performing in front of a live audience

Compensation:

• Competitive pay based on experience and role

• Potential for networking opportunities within the entertainment industry

Casting Call for Short Film “Audition”

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking participants for Audition, a short film directed by BIFA-nominated filmmaker Geraldine Barón. This project explores modern family-making through a mix of portrait and performance art. Inspired by the director’s personal experience of mapping out a path to having a child on her own, the film will weave together interviews with donors, friends, strangers, and actors to create a powerful and intimate narrative.

Job Responsibilities

• Share real-life stories and experiences connected to sperm or egg donation

• Participate in interviews or scenes that explore the emotional, social, and personal sides of family creation

• Collaborate with the creative team to bring authenticity and vulnerability to the film

Requirements

• Individuals who have donated sperm or eggs through a bank or personally

• People who have been asked to donate or considered donating, regardless of whether they went through with it

• Supporters who have been part of someone else’s family-making journey

• Must be comfortable sharing experiences on camera

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (rate to be disclosed upon selection)

• Filming will take place worldwide, travel accommodations may be considered for selected participants

Casting Call for “The House Call” – SAG Short Film

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking actors for The House Call, a SAG short film directed and written by Eliza Barry Callahan, with A-list talent attached. The film is set in upstate New York in 1986 and follows a young equine vet called to save a champion dressage horse owned by a mob family. Over one night, she forges an unexpected connection with the mobster’s son, witnesses a deadly dispute, and confronts its aftermath alongside ex-Rajneesh followers during their sitar workshop.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray complex, grounded, emotionally layered characters

• Collaborate with a high-caliber creative team to bring authenticity to the story

• Deliver nuanced performances that reflect the raw, dramatic tone of the film

Requirements

• SAG actors preferred

• Roles available include:

  • Enzo (27): Thoughtful, nihilistic, emotionally frayed mobster’s son. Italian, unconventional, and philosophical.

  • Rocco (32): Enzo’s older brother, hot-tempered and eager to earn their father’s approval. Proud, insecure, and pressured to fit a masculine stereotype.

  • Rishi (60s): Ex-Rajneesh community member, gentle but wise leader of the sitar workshop, warm presence.

  • Chris (late 20s): Local anthropologist, spiritually searching, assisting with the workshop, eager to find connection.

  • Intermediate Sitar Workshop Members: Group of 15, all ages and walks of life, seeking to learn sitar and searching for deeper meaning.

Compensation

• SAG Scale: $249/day + 10%

Casting Call for Musicians – Fiddle, Bass, Banjo, Steel Guitar

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking skilled musicians who are advanced in their craft to perform in an upcoming production. This is an exciting opportunity for talented instrumentalists to showcase their abilities in a professional setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform live or pre-recorded music as part of the production

• Collaborate with directors and other performers to achieve the desired sound

• Bring energy and authenticity to the performance

Requirements

• Experienced in one of the following: fiddle, upright bass, banjo, or steel guitar

• Must be an advanced player capable of performing confidently in front of an audience

• Able to follow musical direction and work collaboratively

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Casting Call for Black/African Descent Girl and Real Dad – Commercial

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a Black/African descent girl, ages 7 to 9, along with her real father to appear in an upcoming commercial. This is a great opportunity for Rhode Island-based families to work together on set and gain experience in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together in a commercial shoot

• Follow direction from the production team to capture natural, authentic moments

• Be available for all scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• Black/African descent female child, ages 7–9

• Biological father must participate

• Must be residents of Rhode Island

Compensation

• $200 total pay for the shoot

Casting Call for Basketball Player Role – True Crime Recreation Series

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking an athletic male talent to portray a basketball player, known as “Bison,” in a non-union true crime recreation series filming in Knoxville, TN. This role includes scenes with stunt violence and water work, requiring someone with physical strength and comfort in aquatic settings.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the basketball player character in crime recreation scenes

• Participate in stunt work under direction of the stunt coordinator

• Perform scenes in and around water safely and confidently

Requirements

• Male, athletic build, 6’11” (no shorter than 6’9″ will be considered)

• Must be a strong swimmer

• Comfortable with stunt violence and working in water

Compensation

• $250/day

Casting Call for Multiple Roles – Major Social Media Platform Campaign

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking diverse, authentic talent for a motion and stills campaign for a major social media platform. The storyline follows a group of individuals returning home for the holidays, reconnecting with old friends and rediscovering themselves. Filming will take place in Vancouver, Canada, with travel and accommodations provided.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a 5–7 day shoot capturing authentic, emotional moments

• Deliver grounded, natural performances that feel spontaneous and relatable

• Collaborate with the production team for both still photography and motion scenes

Requirements

• Non-union talent, must have a valid passport

• Seeking multiple roles:

  • Michelle: Female, 28–35, independent and slightly reserved freelance designer reconnecting with old friends

  • Jason: Male, 20s, slightly awkward but endearing, reconnecting with old friends and a crush

  • Zara Lansing: Female, 20s, charismatic and warm, reconnecting with Jason after a long absence

  • Adam: Male, late 20s, athletic and rugged, excited to reunite with friends

  • Chloe: Female, late 30s, corporate executive who softens during her holiday visit

  • Bowen: Male, 20s, personable and relatable, junior marketing employee with a crush on a coworker

  • Joan: Female, 30s–50s, calm and grounded with a complex emotional range

  • Alex: Female, 20s, warm and magnetic, the office crush with a playful personality

Compensation

• Buyout: $7,500 + 20% (guaranteed)

• Session Fee: $750/day + 20%

• Fitting Fee: $250 + 20%

• Travel Days: $500/day + 20%

Casting Call for Spanish-Speaking Grandmothers

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for non-union Spanish-speaking grandmothers to appear in an upcoming production. This is a great opportunity for talent who can bring authenticity and warmth to the role.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a grandmother character in the project

• Deliver lines naturally in Spanish (if required)

• Follow direction from the production team to bring the scene to life

Requirements

• Non-union talent

• Must be fluent in Spanish

• Comfortable performing on camera

Compensation

• Paid opportunity

Casting Call for 11-Year-Old Boy and Mother – Commercial

Job Description
Casting directors are seeking a White/Caucasian boy, 11 years old, and his biological mother to appear together in a commercial filming in October 2025. Both must be residents of Rhode Island. This is a great opportunity for families to participate in a professional production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together in a commercial shoot

• Follow direction from the production team to capture natural interactions

• Be available for scheduled filming dates

Requirements

• White/Caucasian boy, 11 years old

• Biological mother must participate

• Must be from Rhode Island

Compensation

• $200 total pay

Casting Call for Fisherman Role – 80s-Themed Film

Job Description
Casting directors are looking for an actor to play a fisherman in a film set in the 1980s. This role requires comfort working near water and portraying a believable outdoorsman character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the fisherman character in a period-accurate setting

• Follow direction from the director and deliver natural, authentic performance

• Participate in scheduled filming session

Requirements

• White male, 20s

• Must be comfortable in and around water

• Fishing gear and clothing preferred (boat not required)

Compensation

• $150/day