Gaffer Casting Call for Independent Feature Film

Job Description

A professional theatre company is casting exceptional performers for its 2026–2027 season of musical productions. Opportunities are available for principal performers, dancers, and specialty acts across several productions, including Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and The Santa Express. The company is seeking talented performers with strong stage presence, professionalism, and a passion for live theatre.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in musical theatre productions throughout the 2026–2027 season.
• Attend rehearsals and performances as scheduled.
• Work collaboratively with directors, choreographers, and fellow cast members.
• Deliver engaging live performances for audiences.
• Be prepared to understudy principal roles if required.

Requirements

• Comic (Aladdin & Jasmine): Strong comedic performer with excellent stage presence.
• Jasmine: Talented female musical theatre performer with strong singing and acting abilities.
• Aladdin: Talented male musical theatre performer with strong singing and acting abilities.
• Snow Queen: Strong vocalist and performer for The Santa Express.
• Evil Circus Owner: Dynamic character performer for Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
• Beauty: Strong female musical theatre performer for Beauty and the Beast.
• Male & Female Dancers: Skilled dancers for Goldilocks and the Three Bears.
• Professional stage presence and reliability required for all roles.
• Musical theatre performance experience preferred.

Compensation

• Paid professional theatre contracts.
• Opportunities to perform in multiple productions during the 2026–2027 season.
• Potential understudy opportunities for principal roles.
• Professional experience with a touring and regional theatre company.

ob Description

The independent drama Nhang (Incense) is casting lead and supporting actors for a heartfelt feature film filming in Garden Grove, California. No previous acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for aspiring performers. The story follows Tien, a devoted but emotionally reserved parent, as she navigates grief and family memories through a Vietnamese memorial ceremony. Applicants should be comfortable speaking Vietnamese phrases.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or supporting character in the feature film.
• Deliver authentic, emotionally grounded performances.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming.
• Collaborate with fellow cast members to bring the story to life.

Requirements

• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be local to the Orange County/Los Angeles area.
• Comfortable speaking Vietnamese phrases.
• Tien: Female, plays ages 25–40. Vietnamese American. A modern, hardworking parent carrying deep emotional grief. Fluent English required; conversational Vietnamese preferred.
• Young Tien: Female, plays ages 8–11. Vietnamese American. Curious, energetic child appearing in family memory sequences. English or bilingual English/Vietnamese preferred.
• Nguyet: Female, plays ages 8–15. Vietnamese American. Funny, thoughtful child with a strong emotional connection to family traditions. English is sufficient.

Compensation

• Opportunity to star in an independent feature film.
• Gain valuable on-camera experience in a character-driven drama.
• Work with an emerging filmmaking team on a meaningful story.

Job Description

The independent feature film Through My Eyes is casting supporting actors for a paid non-union production filming in Calgary, Alberta. The psychological drama follows a man in the midst of a mental health crisis whose life is exploited after his story goes viral online. Production is seeking performers of all ethnicities for a variety of emotionally compelling supporting roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a supporting character in the feature film.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members throughout production.
• Follow creative direction during rehearsals and filming.
• Maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Open to all ethnicities.
• Ty: Male, ages 20–25. An aspiring internet personality.
• Dr. Evans: Female, ages 25–50. The main character’s experienced psychologist.
• Mary: Female, ages 25–35. An empathetic stranger looking to help.
• Club Girl: Female, ages 18–25. An icy and intimidating woman.
• Jenny: Female, ages 18–25. A friend from the nightclub.
• Police Officers (2): Any gender, ages 25–60.

Compensation

• Paid honorarium.
• Non-union feature film opportunity.
• Professional experience on an independent psychological drama.

Job Description

The feature film Birdland, adapted from the novel On the Way by Frank Morelli, is casting a masked assailant for a non-union student production filming in High Point, North Carolina. This is an exciting opportunity for actors to portray a physically imposing and emotionally complex character in a dramatic coming-of-age story about family, loss, and redemption.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the masked assailant in the feature film.
• Deliver a commanding physical performance with minimal dialogue.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Convey menace, aggression, and emotional depth through movement and presence.
• Be available for the scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Ages 20–30s.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Tall with a broad-shouldered, physically imposing build.
• Comfortable portraying an intimidating and volatile character.
• Naturally deep, commanding voice preferred.
• Comfortable performing with little to no visible facial appearance due to the mask.
• Available to film in High Point, North Carolina.

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Non-union student feature film.
• Valuable experience and screen credit on a feature film production.

Actors for Independent Feature Film Deary Midwest Cowboy

Job Description

The independent feature film Deary Midwest Cowboy is casting child and adult actors for a dramatic story about a childhood cowboy rivalry that turns deadly as two former friends confront the past. Filming will take place in the metro Detroit area, offering performers the opportunity to work on an emotionally driven independent film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a principal role in the independent feature film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during rehearsals and filming.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally compelling performances.
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set.
• Be available for the scheduled filming dates.

Requirements

• Child Actors: Ages 6–11.
• Adult Actors: Ages 24–32.
• Comfortable performing in a dramatic feature film.
• Available for filming in the metro Detroit area.
• Parent or guardian must accompany selected child actors.

Compensation

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Meals provided during production.
• Gain experience and screen credit on an independent feature film.

Job Description

A freelance opportunity is available for a social-first videographer and editor to capture engaging content during Wimbledon. The production is seeking a creative professional with a content creator mindset who can produce authentic, high-quality social media content. This role is ideal for videographers with experience covering sports, lifestyle, and live events while confidently filming interviews, families, and children.

Job Responsibilities

• Capture social-first video content during the Wimbledon event.
• Film engaging lifestyle, sports, and live event content.
• Record interviews with participants and attendees.
• Edit content optimized for social media platforms.
• Work independently while delivering high-quality content on schedule.

Requirements

• Experience filming social-first content.
• Professional camera kit.
• Audio kit with wireless microphones.
• Comfortable filming families, children, and interviews.
• Experience covering sports, lifestyle, or live events is preferred.
• Strong editing skills and creative storytelling ability.

Compensation

• Freelance paid opportunity.
• Opportunity to work at Wimbledon.
• Build your portfolio with premium sports and lifestyle content.

Job Description

A leading social media agency is seeking a multi-skilled Social Creative with a passion for creating scroll-stopping content across TikTok, Meta, and other digital platforms. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced content creator with strong design, video editing, and motion graphics skills who thrives in a fast-paced creative environment. You’ll collaborate on campaigns for leading brands while bringing innovative ideas to life through engaging social-first content.

Job Responsibilities

• Create engaging content for TikTok, Meta, and other social media platforms.
• Design social-first creative assets across multiple formats.
• Edit videos and produce motion graphics for digital campaigns.
• Turn creative concepts into high-performing social content.
• Collaborate on fast-paced creative briefs with internal teams.
• Stay up to date with emerging social media trends, creators, and platform best practices.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in content creation, design, or social media.
• Strong design skills across social media formats.
• Experience with video editing and motion graphics.
• Deep understanding of TikTok, Meta, and social media performance.
• Strong creative thinking and storytelling abilities.
• Experience working across multiple content formats and deadlines.
• Portfolio demonstrating strengths in design, motion, and video production.

Compensation

• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunity to work with a leading social media agency.
• Collaborate on creative campaigns for major brands.
• Career growth in a fast-paced creative environment.

Job Description

The independent feature film Yucca Hollow is casting principal and supporting actors for a non-union, faith-based psychological drama filming in Central Texas. The story follows a former youth evangelist turned private investigator who must confront his past while searching for a missing teenager. This is an exciting opportunity for actors seeking meaningful, character-driven roles in an emotionally compelling feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal or supporting character in the feature film.
• Deliver authentic and emotionally engaging performances.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Follow creative direction while maintaining professionalism on set.

Requirements

• Elias Mercer: Male, ages 30–40. A deeply wounded man who uses patience and emotional precision to manipulate others.
• Shawn Bennett: Male, ages 18–21. Emotionally vulnerable young man grieving the loss of his older brother.
• Rebecca Bennett: Female, ages 35–45. A grieving mother whose faith has sustained her through tremendous loss.
• Aly Jenson: Female, ages 30–40. A local reporter and trusted family friend investigating the mystery surrounding Yucca Hollow.
• Miss Jones: Female, ages 65–80. A caring grandmother carrying heartbreak over her grandson’s choices.
• Frank Bello: Male, ages 50–65. Former law enforcement officer who is direct, loyal, and experienced.
• Daniel Bennett: Male, ages 45–55. A father emotionally withdrawn after tragedy and struggling to reconnect with his family.
• Pastor Jonathan: Male, ages 45–60. A respected local pastor.

Compensation

• Compensation will be shared with selected actors.
• Principal and supporting roles in an independent feature film.
• Opportunity to work on a faith-based psychological drama filming in Central Texas.

Job Description

An upcoming feature film directed by Maimouna Doucouré is casting a teenage actress for the role of Joséphine Baker. The production is seeking a dark-skinned, English-speaking or African-American teenage girl to portray an African-American character with an American accent. No previous acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for new talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal teenage character in a feature film.
• Participate in filming in the Paris region.
• Follow direction from the creative team throughout production.
• Submit the required application materials for consideration.

Requirements

• Dark-skinned, English-speaking or African-American teenage girl.
• Ages 16–18.
• Must speak English with an American accent.
• Must be living in France.
• No acting experience required.
• Submit:
  • Full name
  • Age and date of birth
  • Height
  • City of residence
  • Phone number
  • One portrait photo and one full-length photo (no filters, hats, or sunglasses)
  • Introduction video (40 seconds to 1 minute)

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation in accordance with the French Collective Agreement for Cinematographic Productions.
• Filming scheduled between early September and late October 2026.

Job Description

A proof-of-concept film is casting a paid lead actor for the role of Axel in Karina Dreams in Tagalog. The production is seeking a performer to portray a charismatic yet manipulative anti-hero in a challenging dramatic role. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to showcase their range in a character-driven independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Axel.
• Perform an 8-page scripted scene.
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production.
• Deliver a compelling and emotionally layered performance.

Requirements

• Seeking an actor to play Axel, an all-American anti-hero.
• Character traits include:
  • Charming
  • Manipulative
  • Confident
  • Complex
  • Womanizer
  • Liar
• Must be available for the scheduled shoot in Crown Heights, New York.

Compensation

• $175 flat rate.
• Paid acting opportunity.
• Lead role in a proof-of-concept film.