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GROUNDBREAKING – Indie Series

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Casting Call

Groundbreaking is a 6-Episode mockumentary/dramedy series that follows a team of less-than-intrepid archaeologists who inadvertently discover an ancient Celtic secret that upends the beloved history of an uber-religious rural hamlet.

TONE: The Office meets Indiana Jones

Created by award-winning director/cinematographer, Patrick William Smith – founder of Kiyo Films (www.kiyofilms.com). View his demo reel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X9_9xv4oAyI

Shoot length: 20-30 days

Dates: June 2021

Location: Ireland

If interested, please send your resume, headshots and a video reel and/or monologue/scene to [email protected]

The first round of auditions will be held remotely.

ROLES:

DIGSITE CREW – ANY ETHNICITY

(~15-20 Shoot Days)

GALE – LEAD ARCHAEOLOGIST

(Age: 35-45)

A quippy, grounded – yet secretly whimsical – cynic who has misplaced her spark.

GOOSE – HISTORIAN

(Age: 40-55)

Your favorite history teacher from high school – an even-keeled storyteller extraordinaire.

ORI – INTERN

(Age: 22 – 25)

An affable, superstitious, gullible, and endearingly inept newbie.

REILLY – PALEOBOTANIST

(Female) (Age: 28-34)

Mellow as jazz. Cheeky, irreverent, and unfazed by all.

FINN – EXCAVATION TECHNOLOGIST

(Age: 28-34)

A quirky, flippant, playful, and innocuously mischievous gear-head.

IRISH CAST:

(~5-10 Shoot Days)

MAC – SITE DEVELOPER

(Age: 35-50)

A damaged empath masquerading as an acidic, rancorous land developer.

POPPY – NEO-PAGAN

(Age: 60-75)

A bleeding-heart, ritualistic neo-pagan — aloft yet sagely attuned.

MAGGIE – NUN

(Age: 50-65)

A self-righteous, obstinate, and inflexible traditionalist.

SURLY SALLY O’MALLEY – REVEREND

(Age: 60-75)

The town’s revered religious leader – (1-2 shoot days)

JAPANESE CAST (Must speak Japanese):

(~3-5 Shoot Days)

KISHI

(Age: 45-65)

Mellow and happy-go-lucky, beach bum vibes.

AKI

(Age: 28 – 45)

Sweet and insightful – Luna Lovegood vibes

SHIN

(Age: 28 – 45)

Confident, passionate, scientific and very well-spoken.

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Casting directors are seeking local talent from South Georgia and surrounding areas, including North Florida. All ethnicities, backgrounds, and ages are encouraged to apply for this exciting country music movie. This is a great opportunity for aspiring actors, background performers, and entertainment professionals looking to gain on-set experience in a feature film production.

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of a country music film and experience the energy of a live production, this is your chance to get involved.

Job Responsibilities

  • Participate in scenes for a country music feature film

  • Follow direction from the production team

  • Be available for select filming dates between April and June

  • Maintain professionalism on set during long production days

Requirements

  • Open to all ages and ethnicities

  • Must be local to Savannah, GA, or surrounding areas

  • Available for up to 12-hour filming days

  • Comfortable working on a feature film set

Compensation

  • $182 for 12 hours

  • Paid roles for all selected talent

  • Opportunity to work on a country music feature film

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Casting directors are open to hearing from all interested young performers, regardless of previous acting experience. The production is seeking a natural, authentic presence with a clear South East England accent.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to apply on behalf of their child. If represented by an agent, submissions should be made through representation.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a child role in a feature film
  • Participate in scheduled filming dates
  • Follow direction from the director and production team
  • Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Male child, ages 5–6
  • Neutral South East England accent
  • Based in the UK
  • Available for filming through December 2026 (exact dates TBC)
  • Parent or guardian permission required

Compensation

  • Paid feature film role
  • Professional film credit
  • Opportunity to work on a major production
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Casting directors are looking for authentic HBCU students and influencers who bring real campus energy, personality, and presence to screen. Talent must be able to work as an Atlanta local hire.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray college students in a SAG feature film

  • Participate in supporting roles across multiple shoot days

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Be available during the filming window

Requirements

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  • Male and female actors, 18+ to play ages 18–24

  • Must work as an Atlanta local hire

  • Submit name, phone number, Instagram handle

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Compensation

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  • Rate disclosed upon selection

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Casting directors are seeking talented actors for paid roles ranging from lead to supporting characters. This is a strong opportunity for performers looking to work on an independent feature film with layered storytelling and emotionally complex roles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray principal or supporting characters in a feature-length indie film

  • Deliver emotionally nuanced performances

  • Attend rehearsals and scheduled shoot dates

  • Collaborate closely with the director and production team

Requirements

  • Ability to perform dramatic, character-driven material

  • Comfortable exploring psychological and sci-fi themes

  • Submit headshot, resume, reel, and contact details

  • Indicate role preference when applying

  • Available for the full shooting period (May 18 – June 12)

  • Based in or able to work in Adelaide

Roles Available

  • Ashley – Female, 20–50. Anthropologist. Razor-observant and emotionally contained, with curiosity beneath her composure.

  • Sam – Female, 18–30. Senior android. Quietly formidable with controlled intensity.

  • Jamie – Female, 18–30. Android with dry wit and emotional agility; warm exterior with inner steel.

  • Charlie – Male, 18–30. Introverted and sensitive with hidden depth and vulnerability.

  • Manager – Male, 30–45. Corporate operator in damage-control mode; sharp and fast-thinking.

Compensation

  • Ashley – $1,000 (14–15 days)

  • Sam – $1,000 (14–15 days)

  • Jamie – $800 (13–14 days)

  • Charlie – $700 (11–12 days)

  • Manager – $300 (2–3 days)

  • Paid feature film opportunity

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Experienced Blonde Female Stand-In for Feature Film “STP” – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A feature film is now casting an experienced blonde female stand-in for the project “STP,” filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid film opportunity is seeking a Caucasian woman, ages 21–35, with blonde hair and prior stand-in experience. Talent must closely match specific physical requirements and be comfortable working consistently on set.

Filming is scheduled from mid-February through mid-March, and selected talent must be available for all listed weekday shoot dates. Stand-ins play a vital role in lighting setups and camera blocking, making reliability and on-set professionalism essential.

Job Responsibilities

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  • Match height and physical appearance requirements as specified by production

  • Remain available for weekday filming throughout the production window

  • Follow direction from the director of photography and crew

  • Maintain continuity and consistency during technical rehearsals

Requirements

  • Female, ages 21–35

  • Caucasian / White

  • Blonde hair (shoulder-length or similar style)

  • Prior stand-in experience required

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  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA

Compensation

  • $175 for 12 hours

  • Consistent multi-week booking opportunity

  • Professional feature film set experience

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Experienced Blonde Female Stand-In for Feature Film “STP” – Atlanta, GA

Job Description
A feature film is now casting an experienced blonde female stand-in for the project “STP,” filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This paid film opportunity is seeking a Caucasian woman, ages 21–35, with blonde hair and prior stand-in experience. Talent must closely match specific physical requirements and be comfortable working consistently on set.

Filming is scheduled from mid-February through mid-March, and selected talent must be available for all listed weekday shoot dates. Stand-ins play a vital role in lighting setups and camera blocking, making reliability and on-set professionalism essential.

Job Responsibilities

  • Serve as a stand-in for a principal actor during lighting and camera setups

  • Match height and physical appearance requirements as specified by production

  • Remain available for weekday filming throughout the production window

  • Follow direction from the director of photography and crew

  • Maintain continuity and consistency during technical rehearsals

Requirements

  • Female, ages 21–35

  • Caucasian / White

  • Blonde hair (shoulder-length or similar style)

  • Prior stand-in experience required

  • Must be available for filming from February 17 through March 13 (weekdays)

  • Must be local to Atlanta, GA

Compensation

  • $175 for 12 hours

  • Consistent multi-week booking opportunity

  • Professional feature film set experience

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Job Responsibilities

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  • Participate in scheduled shoot days

  • Deliver emotionally authentic and engaging performances

  • Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

  • Maintain professionalism throughout production

Requirements

Jess (18–25)

  • Female

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Max (20–30)

  • Any gender

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Job Responsibilities

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  • Attend a scheduled costume fitting with full measurements

  • Be available for all confirmed filming dates

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

  • Female twins

  • Ages 25–45

  • Must be available for all scheduled shoot dates

  • Able to attend costume fitting

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Boy Scouts Casting Call for Feature Film – Dublin & Wicklow

Job Description
A feature film set in the 1970s and early 1980s is now casting boys to portray scouts in scenes filming across Dublin and Wicklow. This paid casting call is seeking young talent with a natural, period-appropriate look to match the era.

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Job Responsibilities

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  • Follow direction from the film’s creative team

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  • Be available for scheduled shoot days in Dublin and Wicklow

Requirements

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  • No fades or shaved sides

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Job Description
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Casting directors are seeking strong, dynamic actors for principal roles. All roles are open to all ethnicities. Talent will self-tape for consideration. This is a paid film acting opportunity offering competitive daily rates for experienced performers ready to take on complex, layered characters.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray a lead character in a feature-length indie thriller
  • Deliver emotionally layered and character-driven performances
  • Participate in scheduled shoot dates
  • Collaborate closely with the director and cast
  • Submit a professional self-tape audition

Requirements

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  • All ethnicities
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  • All ethnicities
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  • All ethnicities
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities

  • Perform a principal speaking role in a feature film

  • Deliver scripted dialogue with confidence and authenticity

  • Follow direction from the director and production team

  • Be available for one scheduled shoot day within the filming window

Requirements

  • Asian female

  • Ages 18 to early 20s

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  • Professional feature film experience

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Job Description
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This is an exciting opportunity for HBCU actors looking to gain experience on a SAG feature film set while building professional credits. The production is hiring local Atlanta talent who can bring authenticity and energy to campus-centered roles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Portray college students in supporting roles

  • Deliver natural, engaging performances in scripted scenes

  • Take direction from the director and production team

  • Maintain professionalism throughout the filming schedule

  • Participate in scheduled shoot days in Atlanta

Requirements

  • Must be a current HBCU student

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  • 18+ to play ages 18–24

  • Must be able to work as an Atlanta local hire

  • Must submit current HBCU headshot and acting resume

  • Reliable and available for the production schedule

Compensation

  • SAG feature film credit

  • Professional on-set experience

  • Opportunity to work on a major feature production

  • Networking opportunities within the Atlanta film industry

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