Fran – Casting Call for Gritty Scottish Crime Drama

Job Description
A short film project is casting one male and one female actor, ages 55–75, to play a wealthy suburban couple navigating life in a near-future London. Set against the backdrop of a city gripped by a fuel crisis and extreme heat, the story highlights class dynamics and resilience in crisis. This is a one-day paid shoot taking place in South London.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a speaking/supporting role in a short film

• Collaborate with a film crew on set for a 10+1 hour shoot day

• Embody the role of an affluent suburban character with authenticity

• Contribute to an emotionally grounded performance in a dramatic setting

Requirements

• Male and Female actors, ages 55–75

• Comfortable with speaking roles in an indie-style short film

• Reliable, punctual, and able to commit to a one-day shoot

• London-based or able to travel to South London

Compensation

• Paid role (minimum wage or higher)

• Travel and expenses within London reimbursed

• 1-day shoot scheduled for the week of September 2

• Approximately 11-hour commitment on the day of filming

Job Description
A compelling Edinburgh-based crime drama is now casting for the role of Brian, a male social worker who has grown frustrated and disillusioned by systemic failure. Appearing in a pivotal agency meeting scene, Brian represents the emotional burnout of frontline workers who’ve stopped believing real change is possible.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Brian, a jaded professional who challenges the system in a key dialogue scene

• Deliver a grounded, emotionally resonant performance with subtle intensity

• Support the central narrative with layered character work and social realism

• Collaborate on a trauma-informed production that values authenticity

Requirements

• Male, age 30–50

• Ethnicity: Open to all

• Must bring emotional depth and realism to the role

• Ideal for actors with experience in grounded, dramatic scenes

Compensation

• Production will cover all expenses

• Credit and strong footage for acting reel

• Supporting role in a timely and socially relevant production

Job Description
A new socially driven crime drama set in Edinburgh is casting for the role of Harriet, a dedicated social worker caught between compassion and burnout. Featured in a tense school meeting, this character represents moral resilience within a failing system. The production seeks a strong actress who can convey quiet strength, urgency, and internal conflict.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Harriet, a female social worker struggling to maintain balance and services under pressure

• Participate in a critical school meeting scene filled with emotional tension

• Deliver a performance that reflects both exhaustion and unwavering integrity

• Work closely with an ensemble cast on a trauma-informed set

Requirements

• Female, age 30–50

• Ethnicity: Open to all

• Strong dramatic acting skills with emotional depth

• Experience with roles involving social themes is a plus

Compensation

• Expenses covered by production

• Professional credit and valuable material for actor’s reel

• Opportunity to embody a role rooted in advocacy and realism

Job Description
A hard-hitting Edinburgh-based crime drama is casting for the role of the Headteacher—a key but brief role representing the emotional toll of systemic collapse. This character attends a multi-agency meeting and subtly portrays quiet resignation. Though short in screen time, the role carries deep symbolic weight in the story’s broader themes of institutional failure.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a headteacher overwhelmed by pressure and systemic challenges

• Participate in a critical scene involving a multi-agency meeting

• Deliver a performance marked by quiet emotional defeat and internal struggle

• Convey institutional burnout with nuance and restraint

Requirements

• Age: 40–60

• Gender: Any

• Strong ability to express internalized emotion with minimal dialogue

• Previous experience with dramatic, socially driven roles is a plus

Compensation

• Expenses covered during production

• Screen credit and footage suitable for professional reels

• Contribute to a powerful, socially relevant narrative in a pivotal scene

Job Description
A bold new Edinburgh-based crime drama is casting for the role of Callum, a cynical teacher who embodies the collapse of faith in the system. Though featured in limited scenes, the character leaves a lasting impression through sharp dialogue and symbolic weight. This role is ideal for actors who can deliver impactful performances in minimal screen time.

Job Responsibilities

• Play Callum, a disillusioned and bitter educator who has lost hope in the system

• Deliver strong, dialogue-driven moments with dramatic gravity

• Portray a character who contrasts with the more hopeful or empathetic adults in the story

• Bring nuance to a role that represents systemic breakdown and emotional detachment

Requirements

• Male, age 30–55

• Must convey a cynical, hardened presence through subtle performance

• Ability to deliver sharp, emotionally resonant dialogue

• Previous dramatic experience preferred

Compensation

• Covered expenses by production

• Screen credit and impactful footage for reel

• Opportunity to contribute a powerful supporting performance in a socially resonant project

Job Description
A compelling new Edinburgh-based crime drama is now casting for the role of Fran, a returning teacher who serves as a key adult presence within a story centered on youth, trauma, and redemption. This project brings together powerful storytelling and social realism, exploring how adults in the system impact the lives of vulnerable teens.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Fran, a committed and complex educator navigating a broken school system

• Provide emotional grounding and dramatic contrast to youth-centered scenes

• Collaborate with a diverse cast in delivering an authentic and socially relevant narrative

• Represent the adult voice in a story driven by systemic conflict and community healing

Requirements

• Adult actor (age open to casting needs)

• Strong dramatic acting ability with a grounded and compassionate presence

• Experience with socially conscious roles or themes a plus

• Open to all ethnicities and backgrounds

Compensation

• Production covers all relevant expenses

• Receive credit and exposure in a high-impact dramatic project

• Valuable footage for professional acting portfolio

Job Description
A powerful new crime drama filming in Edinburgh is casting 3–4 young actors to play members of a raw and realistic street crew. This ensemble of characters will portray teens entangled in drug running, intimidation, and urban survival. The production emphasizes authenticity and is handled with sensitivity on a trauma-informed set.

Job Responsibilities

• Play one of several street-smart characters involved in gritty urban roles

• Contribute to ensemble scenes with improvisation and natural energy

• Embody intense but realistic portrayals of modern youth challenges

• Roles may include:

  • E-bike intimidators

  • Crack house crew

  • Snapchat drug dealers

  • Knife carriers

Requirements

• Age range: 13–17

• Ethnicity: Open to all

• Must be confident on camera and comfortable with improvisational acting

• Ability to engage seriously with intense scenes while supported by the crew

• Willingness to represent bold, emotionally driven characters with realism

Compensation

• Expenses covered by production

• Professional credit and strong material for actor reels

• Opportunity to be part of an ensemble in a socially driven, dramatic production

Job Description
A bold new crime drama set in Edinburgh is casting for the role of Dean—a fast-talking, social media-savvy teen navigating the digital drug scene. This production explores modern youth culture and street economics with raw realism. Filming takes place in Autumn 2025 and welcomes talent with strong energy and character presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Dean, a confident and tech-savvy sidekick involved in street dealing

• Embody high-energy personality with sharp dialogue delivery and social media awareness

• Bring authenticity to scenes that reflect the reality of youth-led enterprise in urban environments

• Work in a collaborative, trauma-informed production team focused on real-world storytelling

Requirements

• Male, age 13–16

• Ethnicity: Open to all

• Must exhibit high energy, bold presence, and quick delivery

• Comfort with portraying edgy and realistic scenarios related to youth culture and technology

Compensation

• Travel and on-set expenses covered

• Receive credit and valuable footage for your reel

• Opportunity to perform in a raw, modern drama that reflects real youth voices

Job Description
A hard-hitting new crime drama set in Edinburgh is now casting for the role of Phillip—a powerful character navigating cultural identity, anger, and resilience. This raw and socially driven story explores youth struggles within broken systems and invites actors with emotional depth and authenticity to apply. Filming is scheduled for Autumn 2025.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Phillip, a loyal yet conflicted teenager dealing with cultural pressure and internal turmoil

• Express complex emotions including anger, pride, and vulnerability with nuance

• Participate in a collaborative production environment focused on authenticity and real-life storytelling

• Recreate dramatic scenes, including a pivotal school altercation

Requirements

• Male, age 13–16

• Ethnicity: Polish or Eastern European

• Accent: Polish-Scottish preferred

• Must demonstrate strong emotional range and comfort with intense subject matter

• Prior acting experience welcome but not required

Compensation

• Production will cover necessary expenses (e.g., travel, meals)

• Credit and exposure through participation in a socially conscious, dramatic film

• Great opportunity for emerging actors to build a compelling reel

Job Description
A gripping and emotionally charged crime drama is seeking a young actress for the lead role of Sofia. Filming in Edinburgh during Autumn 2025, this production tackles themes of youth trauma, addiction, and resilience within broken societal systems. The set is trauma-informed and welcomes talent from all backgrounds—whether trained, first-time, or with lived experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Bring Sofia, a quiet yet emotionally layered teenager, to life

• Convey powerful emotion through minimal dialogue and expressive presence

• Collaborate with a team dedicated to authentic storytelling and healing

• Deliver a performance rooted in subtlety, truth, and emotional honesty

Requirements

• Female, age 14–17 (must appear 15)

• Ethnicity: Open to all

• Must have a natural Scottish accent

• Comfortable portraying intense themes including self-harm and family dysfunction

• Lived experience or connection to the storyline is welcomed but not required

Compensation

• All travel and production-related expenses paid

• Professional credit and participation in a meaningful, high-impact project

• Ideal for actors seeking dramatic, socially conscious roles

Job Description
The short film Tone Deaf is casting two actors to star in a psychological drama set in London. This narrative piece explores ambition, identity, and emotional tension, offering rich material for performers seeking to deepen their screen portfolio. The story focuses on the journey of an aspiring individual navigating internal and external challenges, ideal for talent capable of nuanced, character-driven performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform lead roles in a short psychological drama

• Portray emotionally layered characters in a character-driven script

• Participate in a full shoot from June 19 to 23

• Collaborate closely with the director and small film crew in Muswell Hill

Requirements

• Open to actors based in or able to travel to London (Muswell Hill)

• Must be available for all filming dates (June 19–23)

• Strong acting skills with psychological or dramatic range

• Professional attitude and openness to collaboration

• Submit voice sample or showreel to the casting team

Compensation

• Paid acting roles

• Fully credited participation in an indie film project

• Performance footage for acting reels

• Experience working on a meaningful, independent narrative production

Teenage Boy for Lead Role in Live-Action Feature Film

Job Description
A major live-action feature film is now casting a teenage boy for a lead role in a new Disney production. The team is searching for a young actor with natural screen presence to portray a 15-year-old character. No prior acting experience is required—just talent, commitment, and the ability to take direction. This is an exciting opportunity to work under an award-winning casting director and be part of a major studio release.

Job Responsibilities

• Rehearse and perform in a feature-length live-action film

• Embody and bring depth to a central character throughout filming

• Collaborate with an experienced production team in a professional on-set environment

• Commit to the full filming and rehearsal schedule from August through the end of 2025

Requirements

• Male, aged 13–16

• Must be able to portray a 15-year-old on screen

• Must speak with a clear American accent

• Available to film in the UK for an extended production timeline

• Parents must also confirm their relationship and provide consent for submission

Compensation

• Paid lead role in a Disney live-action film

• Work with high-profile creatives on an international project

• Valuable experience and industry exposure