Independent Short Film Crew Call for Les Immigrants – The Party

Kid Actors for One-Shot Short Film

Job Description

A non-union short film titled “What Would a Turtle Think?” is seeking young actors ages 11–18 for an ambitious one-shot production filming in the Cleveland, Ohio area. The entire 4-minute film will be captured in one continuous take without cuts or do-overs, giving young performers a unique opportunity to experience a technically challenging filmmaking process. The project includes a rehearsal and filming day, and some roles may include dialogue. Please note that the film deals with sensitive subject matter.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a 4-minute narrative short film.
• Participate in a continuous one-shot filming process.
• Attend the required rehearsal before filming.
• Memorize and perform assigned actions and dialogue, if applicable.
• Maintain focus and character throughout the uninterrupted take.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with other young performers and crew members.

Requirements

• Young actors ages 11–18.
• Must be comfortable participating in a project involving sensitive subject matter.
• Must be able to work in the Cleveland, Ohio area.
• Must be available for both the rehearsal and filming.
• Able to memorize blocking and repeat performances consistently.
• Comfortable working within the demands of a continuous one-shot production.

Compensation

• Volunteer roles include food on set and IMDb credit.
• Compensation for speaking roles is negotiable.
• Travel gas stipend provided for performers traveling from out of town.

Actors and Background Talent for “The Vanguard” Psychological Thriller Short Film

Job Description

“The Vanguard” is casting lead, supporting, day player, and background roles for a psychological thriller short film shooting in Oakland, California. The story follows an outspoken podcaster whose celebration after receiving a prestigious honor from an elite organization takes a disturbing turn following an unexpected confrontation. The production is seeking performers for a diverse ensemble of ambitious professionals, influential organization members, event staff, security personnel, and gala guests.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in an assigned lead, supporting, day player, or background role.
• Bring authenticity and emotional depth appropriate to a psychological thriller.
• Deliver scripted dialogue naturally for speaking roles.
• Follow direction, blocking, and performance notes from the filmmaking team.
• Maintain character and continuity throughout production.
• Work professionally and collaboratively with cast and crew.
• Perform moderate physical action when required for security guard roles.

Requirements

• Simone: Black actor, 30s, lead role; poised, intelligent, ambitious, and accustomed to questioning the world around her.
• Adrian: Open ethnicity, late 30s, lead role; charming, affectionate, attentive, and able to portray Simone’s fiancé and longtime Vanguard member.
• Julian: Black actor, 30s, lead role; able to portray a brilliant, passionate, fiercely defiant scientist with a strong sense of conviction.
• The Founder: Open ethnicity, 60s, supporting role; elegant, magnetic, emotionally precise, and commanding.
• Marcus: Black actor, late 50s, supporting role; suave, composed, socially effortless, and able to portray The Founder’s trusted right-hand man.
• Nia: Black actor, mid-30s, supporting role; intelligent, observant, publicly fearless, and confident.
• Vanguard Staffer: Open ethnicity, 40s–60s; calm, professional, procedural, and comfortable within an elite organizational environment.
• Handler: Open ethnicity, 40s–60s; efficient, courteous, and quietly authoritative.
• Security Guards: Two performers, open ethnicity, 30s–50s; commanding presence and natural authority with moderate physical action required.
• Photographer: Open ethnicity, ages 20s and older; polished and professional Vanguard event staff member with one line.
• Aide: Open ethnicity, ages 20s and older; polished and professional Vanguard event staff member; non-speaking role.
• The Four Fellows: Open ethnicity, ages 20s–40s; accomplished, polished, and aspirational.
• Donors/Gala Guests: Open ethnicity, ages 30s and older; affluent, elegant, and comfortable portraying guests within The Vanguard’s polished world.
• Must be able to work in Oakland, California.
• Self-tapes are not required for the Photographer and Aide roles.

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA SPA pending.
• Additional compensation details will be provided to selected performers.

Mover Speaking Roles for Short Film

Job Description

A short film is seeking two male actors for small speaking roles as professional movers. Casting is open to performers ages 18 and older of any ethnicity who can naturally portray movers carrying sealed boxes and small furniture into a home. Both roles include brief dialogue and require actors who are comfortable with physical movement while delivering lines naturally on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a professional mover in a short film.
• Carry cardboard boxes and small pieces of furniture during interior scenes.
• Deliver brief scripted dialogue naturally on camera.
• Follow instructions and blocking from the directing team.
• Interact naturally with other performers while completing moving-related actions.
• Maintain professionalism throughout the production.

Requirements

• Male actors, ages 18 and older.
• Open to all ethnicities.
• Comfortable carrying and moving boxes and small furniture.
• Able to perform physical actions while delivering dialogue.
• Must be able to work as a local hire in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia.
• Reliable and comfortable taking direction on set.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Job Description

A short film titled “Holy Water” is seeking background actors to portray attendees at a wake in Los Angeles. Selected extras will appear in funeral home scenes and help create an authentic, respectful atmosphere for the production. Talent should be comfortable portraying funeral guests and wearing appropriate formal or funeral attire.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an attendee at a wake in a short film.
• Perform natural background actions and reactions during funeral home scenes.
• Follow direction from the production and assistant directing teams.
• Maintain a respectful and appropriate demeanor throughout filming.
• Work professionally alongside cast, crew, and other background performers.

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles.
• Must be comfortable portraying a guest attending a wake.
• Must have appropriate funeral or formal attire.
• Able to follow on-set direction and perform naturally on camera.
• Professional and reliable throughout production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals and craft services will be provided throughout the production day

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming in the Toronto and Mississauga area is casting kids who own a complete set of hockey equipment. This opportunity is seeking young talent who can arrive prepared with the required gear and participate comfortably in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in hockey-themed scenes for a commercial.
• Wear and use personal hockey equipment during filming.
• Follow on-set instructions from the production team.
• Participate professionally and comfortably during the shoot.
• Arrive prepared with all required hockey gear.

Requirements

• Kids ages 10–14.
• Must own full hockey gear.
• Required equipment includes skates, helmet with cage/shield, gloves, pads, and hockey stick.
• Child’s age must be included in the submission.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• Approximately 10 hours of work plus a one-hour lunch.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• 15% agency commission applies to booked work.

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming in Toronto or Mississauga is seeking kids who are comfortable playing road hockey. The production is looking for young talent who can naturally perform hockey actions and confidently participate in active scenes on camera. Selected talent should have practical road hockey experience and their own required equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Play road hockey naturally during commercial filming.
• Perform hockey movements and actions as directed.
• Participate comfortably in active on-camera scenes.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Bring required personal equipment for filming.

Requirements

• Kids ages 12–15.
• Must be comfortable playing road hockey.
• Must own a road hockey stick and running shoes.
• Child’s age must be included in the submission.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• Approximately 10 hours of work plus a one-hour lunch.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• 15% agency commission applies to booked work.

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming in the Toronto and Mississauga area is casting kids who are confident rollerbladers. The production is looking for young talent who can skate, stop, and comfortably play with a ball while moving. Selected talent will perform active rollerblading sequences on camera and must have their own required equipment.

Job Responsibilities

• Rollerblade confidently during commercial filming.
• Perform skating and stopping movements as directed.
• Play with a ball while moving on rollerblades.
• Follow instructions from the production team.
• Bring required personal equipment to the shoot.

Requirements

• Kids ages 10–14.
• Must be confident rollerblading.
• Able to skate, stop, and play with a ball while moving.
• Must own rollerblades, a hockey stick, helmet, and protective gear.
• Child’s age must be included in the submission.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• Approximately 10 hours of work plus a one-hour lunch.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• 15% agency commission applies to booked work.

Job Description

A non-union commercial filming in the Toronto and Mississauga area is casting male and female hockey players who can skate confidently and handle a puck while moving. The production is seeking talent ages 17–40 with practical hockey skills, including controlled starts, stops, skating, and puck handling. Team or league experience should be included when applying.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform hockey actions naturally for a commercial production.
• Skate confidently while handling a puck.
• Perform starts, stops, and other hockey movements as directed.
• Bring and use personal hockey equipment for filming.
• Follow direction from the production team throughout the shoot.

Requirements

• Male and female talent ages 17–40.
• Must be able to play hockey and skate well.
• Confident with starts, stops, and puck handling while moving.
• Must own a hockey stick and full hockey gear, including skates, helmet with cage/shield, gloves, and pads.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $350 per day.
• Approximately 10 hours of work plus a one-hour lunch.
• Overtime paid if applicable.
• 15% agency commission applies to booked work.

Male Look-Alike for True Crime Series

Job Description

A new true crime series is seeking a male look-alike for an upcoming non-union production filming in the Toronto, Ontario area. Casting is looking for talent with a similar overall appearance to the reference character, with the strongest emphasis on matching the hairstyle, hair texture, facial hair, and beard shape. An exact resemblance is not required, but candidates should have a convincing general likeness.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a real-life subject in true crime recreation scenes.
• Match the general appearance and visual characteristics of the reference character.
• Maintain the required hairstyle and facial hair throughout filming.
• Follow performance, blocking, and continuity direction from the production team.
• Work professionally with cast and crew during production.

Requirements

• Male talent.
• Must have a similar overall appearance to the reference character.
• Similar hairstyle and hair texture are strongly preferred.
• Must have comparable facial hair and beard shape.
• Exact facial resemblance is not required.
• Must be able to work in the Toronto, Ontario area.
• Non-union talent.

Compensation

• $450 per day.

Job Description

A Toronto food platform is seeking content creators and influencers to take part in a special CNE food tasting experience. Selected creators will receive a Festival Beast Taste Pass and have the opportunity to sample popular menu items from Bacon Nation Canada, Dirty Sodas Canada, and Mexican Street Food TO in exchange for original social media content. This opportunity is ideal for foodies and digital creators who enjoy discovering new foods, producing engaging content, and sharing their experiences with an online audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Attend the CNE and participate in the Festival Beast Taste Pass experience.
• Sample featured food and beverage items from participating vendors.
• Create engaging social media content around the tasting experience.
• Share authentic reactions and showcase featured menu items to your audience.
• Produce content suitable for potential resharing by the participating brands.
• Represent the collaboration professionally while attending the event.

Requirements

• Content creators, influencers, and food-focused social media personalities are encouraged to apply.
• Must already be attending the CNE.
• Strong interest in food, events, and social media content creation.
• Must be comfortable creating and sharing original content with an online audience.

Compensation

• Unpaid collaboration.
• Selected creators receive a Festival Beast Taste Pass and featured food items in exchange for content.
• Creators receive full credit and will be tagged in applicable content reshares.

Kissing Couple for TV Series

Job Description

A television series is seeking a real couple for an intimate wrap-party scene. Casting is looking for adults who are comfortable performing together on camera while dressed in period-inspired “Anne of Green Gables” costumes. The scene involves kissing, making out, and simulated intimate movement under the guidance of an intimacy coordinator.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a couple in a television series scene.
• Portray guests attending an on-screen wrap party.
• Perform kissing and making-out scenes with your real-life partner.
• Perform simulated intimate movement as directed by the intimacy coordinator.
• Wear production-provided period-inspired costumes.
• Follow direction from the production and intimacy teams throughout filming.

Requirements

• Real couples only.
• Ages 20–38.
• Must apply and work together as a couple.
• Both performers must be comfortable kissing and making out on camera.
• Must be comfortable with simulated intimate movement, including grinding against each other.
• Must be comfortable working with an intimacy coordinator.
• Talent with smaller to average builds is preferred.
• Must be available for the required fitting and production schedule.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.