“Hangout” Short Film Casting Call for Lead Actors

Job Description
A narrative short film is casting two lead actors for Slack Tide, a poignant drama set in a quiet seaside town. The story centers on an unexpected connection between two strangers navigating grief, vulnerability, and the emotional rhythms of life. This is a portfolio-quality project intended for international film festival submission and offers actors the opportunity to deliver nuanced, internal performances in a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of two lead characters in a dramatic short film

• Perform emotionally layered scenes requiring restraint, vulnerability, and authenticity

• Collaborate closely with the director and production team in a respectful, professional environment

• Participate fully in rehearsals, filming, and character development

Roles Available

Evelyn (Lead Role)

• Female, appearing 40–50 years old

• A former hospital worker now living a quiet, aimless life

• Gentle and reserved, carrying deep-seated grief

• Requires emotional precision and the ability to transition from restraint to raw vulnerability

Noel (Lead Role)

• Male, appearing 18–25 years old (must be 18+)

• A recent high school graduate on a gap-year road trip

• Curious and adventurous, searching for a sense of belonging

• Requires balancing youthful energy with genuine emotional depth

Requirements

• Strong acting ability with emphasis on subtle, internal performance

• Comfort working in an intimate, consent-led storytelling environment

• Availability for filming in Sydney

• Prior acting experience preferred

Compensation Details

• Paid flat fee (details provided upon callback)

• Meals provided during production

• Local travel reimbursement included

Actor Casting Call for Drama Short Film

Job Description
A dramatic short film titled Isn’t It Called True Love? is casting for two lead roles. The tragedy follows a young man reliving fractured memories of love and loss. This is an unpaid, non-union project seeking actors who can portray raw, authentic characters from the Territory with specific accents.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the assigned character with emotional authenticity and depth.

• Memorize lines and attend all scheduled rehearsals.

• Be fully available for the shoot dates from February 19th to 22nd.

• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast to realize the film’s vision.

Requirements

• Harry: Male, early to mid-20s. Must have a thick Northern Territory (NT) Australian accent. Character is a loyal, hardworking tradie raised by his parents, unsure how to be a man.

• Eden: Female, early to mid-20s. Must have a Northern Territory (NT) Australian accent. Character is an honest, tough girl with a heart of gold, who is fiercely loyal to her friends.

• Actors must be able to perform with authentic regional accents.

• Must have full availability for the February 19-22 shoot period.

• This is an unpaid, non-union role.

Compensation

• This is an unpaid acting role.

• The position offers valuable on-set experience and a film credit.