Indie Film Camera Operator Job

Job Description

Jesse Griffiths Casting is seeking a teen performer with strong basketball ability for the lead role of Fawad Choudhry in Regent Boy, a non-union feature film based on Humayun Khan’s novel Wrong Side of the Court. The production will film in the Greater Toronto Area. Fawad is a 15–16-year-old Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi) boy living with his mother and sister in Regent Park. He is a gifted basketball player navigating family tensions, friendships, and personal growth while finding his confidence and voice on the court.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Fawad Choudhry.
• Perform basketball sequences confidently on camera.
• Deliver dramatic and character-driven scenes.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.
• Participate in self-tape auditions and additional casting stages as required.

Requirements

• Boy, playing age 15–16.
• Pakistani or North Indian (Punjabi).
• Must have strong basketball skills.
• Must be capable of carrying a lead role in a feature film.

Compensation

$300/day, with approximately 25 shoot days anticipated.

Job Description

Jack Studios is seeking film crew members for Did We Ever Break Up, a romance short film being produced in Richmond, Virginia. The story follows childhood sweethearts who reconnect as adults and must determine whether their reunion is simply a nostalgic trip down memory lane or the beginning of a new chapter together. The production is looking for collaborators interested in contributing their skills to an independent narrative project centered on romance, relationships, and reconnection.

Job Responsibilities

• Contribute to the production of the romance short film.
• Perform duties associated with the selected crew position.
• Collaborate with the director and other production team members.
• Support the creative and technical needs of the project.

Requirements

• Relevant filmmaking skills for the desired crew position.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a film crew.
• Applicants must provide an example of their work.
• Include the desired crew position when applying.

Compensation

Unpaid.

Iceberg – Jane Supporting Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting an actress for the supporting role of Jane, Jonathan’s mother. Jane is quiet, withdrawn, and emotionally distant while carrying the lasting effects of a supernatural encounter. The role calls for a performer who can communicate grief, isolation, and emotional complexity through a subtle dramatic performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Jane in a supporting feature film role.
• Deliver a restrained and emotionally layered performance.
• Portray grief, emotional distance, and the effects of supernatural events.
• Develop believable family relationships with fellow cast members.
• Follow direction from the filmmaker and production team.

Requirements

• Female actor in her 50s.
• White.
• Strong dramatic and emotional acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying a quiet, withdrawn, and emotionally complex character.
• Able to communicate emotion through subtle on-camera performance.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $100 per day.

Iceberg – Teen Andrew Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is seeking a teen actor to play Andrew, Jonathan’s loyal best friend, in a found-footage horror production filming in North Alabama. Andrew is quick-witted, funny, fiercely loyal, and capable of bringing lightness to tense situations while remaining courageous when supernatural events become dangerous.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role of Teen Andrew in a feature film.
• Bring humor, loyalty, and personality to the character.
• Perform suspenseful and supernatural scenes.
• Build believable chemistry with the actor portraying Jonathan.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 12–14.
• White.
• Straight brown hair.
• Average build.
• Quick-witted and expressive performance style.
• Ability to balance humor with dramatic and suspenseful material.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Iceberg – Teen Susan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting a teen actress for the lead role of Susan. The character is one of Jonathan’s closest friends and becomes deeply involved in a terrifying supernatural mystery after an encounter at an ancient evil presence within a crumbling plantation home. This role requires an actress capable of portraying a gradual and unsettling emotional transformation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Teen Susan in a lead feature film role.
• Perform dramatic and supernatural horror scenes.
• Develop authentic chemistry with other principal characters.
• Portray a gradual emotional and behavioral transformation.
• Follow direction and collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Girl with a playing age of 12–14.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Average build.
• Strong emotional range and natural acting ability.
• Comfortable portraying supernatural and horror-themed material.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Iceberg – Teen Jonathan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is seeking a teen actor for the lead role of Teen Jonathan. This dramatic horror role follows Jonathan as he transitions toward adulthood while uncovering the haunted history surrounding his family home and the mysterious woods nearby. Filming will take place in North Alabama.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role of Teen Jonathan in a feature film.
• Portray emotionally intense and suspenseful scenes.
• Develop a believable character experiencing supernatural events and family mysteries.
• Take direction from the filmmaker and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with fellow actors throughout filming.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 12–14.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Thin build.
• Braces.
• Strong dramatic acting ability.
• Comfortable performing suspenseful and horror-themed material.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Iceberg – Kid Jonathan Lead Role

Job Description

The non-union feature film “Iceberg” is casting a young actor for the lead role of Kid Jonathan. Filming will take place in North Alabama. The character is an energetic, quick-witted boy with a smart mouth and vivid imagination, offering a young performer the opportunity to take on a significant role in a found-footage horror film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Kid Jonathan in a lead feature film role.
• Deliver an energetic, expressive, and believable performance.
• Perform scripted dramatic and horror scenes.
• Work closely with the director and fellow cast members.
• Follow creative direction and maintain professionalism throughout production.

Requirements

• Boy with a playing age of 8–11.
• White.
• Brown hair.
• Thin build.
• Energetic and quick-witted personality.
• Strong ability to portray an imaginative and expressive character.
• Must be able to work in North Alabama.

Compensation

• $125 per day.

Feature Film – American Accent Roles in UK/Europe

Job Description

A feature film from an Oscar-winning director is seeking people with American accents who are currently based in the UK or Europe. This open casting call welcomes performers of all experience levels, including first-time actors. The production is looking for authentic American voices and personalities for multiple paid film roles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a role in a professional feature film production.
• Use an authentic American accent during filming.
• Bring a natural and believable presence to the assigned character.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Must have an American accent.
• Must be based in the UK or Europe.
• Open to all levels of acting experience.
• No previous professional acting experience required.
• Comfortable performing on camera and following creative direction.

Compensation

• All selected roles are paid.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected talent

Australian Feature Film – Actors With Down Syndrome

Job Description

An Australian feature film is seeking two confident performers with Down syndrome for paid roles in a professional production filming in Sydney. Casting is open to talent ages 25–35 with strong personalities, fluent English, and an interest in acting. Previous professional acting experience is welcome but not required. The production encourages performers from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a professional Australian feature film.
• Memorize scripted lines and perform scenes with another actor.
• Bring confidence, personality, and a strong screen presence to the character.
• Take direction from the director and production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew during filming.

Requirements

• Performers with Down syndrome ages 25–35.
• Men and women are encouraged to apply.
• Fluent English speaker.
• Must be confident memorizing and performing scripted lines.
• Strong personality and screen presence encouraged.
• No previous professional acting experience required.
• Male performers from Lebanese or Arab cultural backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply, although casting is open to diverse backgrounds.

Compensation

• All roles are paid.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected performers.

Feature Film – High-Level Female Tennis Player

Job Description

A feature film is seeking a highly skilled female tennis player for an upcoming production filming in New York City. Casting directors are looking for an experienced athlete approximately 5’8″–5’9″ with dark hair and strong competitive tennis abilities. The production is open to traveling the right candidate to NYC for filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a high-level tennis player in a feature film.
• Demonstrate authentic tennis technique and advanced playing ability on camera.
• Participate in tennis-focused scenes as directed by the production team.
• Maintain consistency, professionalism, and athletic performance throughout filming.
• Collaborate with the film crew to create realistic tennis sequences.

Requirements

• Female tennis player.
• High-level or competitive tennis experience required.
• Approximately 5’8″–5’9″ tall.
• Dark hair.
• Strong tennis technique and athletic ability.
• Must be available to work in New York City.
• Candidates outside NYC may be considered for travel.

Compensation

• This is a paid opportunity.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

Runner

Job Description

Support a professional live sports broadcast for the Denver @ Kansas City matchup in Kansas City, Missouri. The Runner will work closely with production and operations personnel to keep behind-the-scenes activities moving efficiently. From handling time-sensitive errands and delivering materials to assisting with announcer coordination, this role is ideal for someone who is organized, responsive, and ready to contribute wherever needed during a fast-paced remote broadcast.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist production and operations teams with essential on-site support.
• Complete errands and time-sensitive assignments throughout the production.
• Distribute information, materials, and supplies to appropriate crew members.
• Help coordinate announcer arrivals, departures, and related logistics.
• Respond quickly to requests from production personnel.
• Maintain clear communication with the crew throughout the assignment.
• Adapt to changing priorities and take on additional show-related duties.
• Help maintain an efficient workflow during live broadcast operations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Previous Runner, Production Assistant, or similar production experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills via phone, text, and email.
• Ability to follow instructions and manage assignments independently.
• Dependable, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of broadcast production operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with Kansas City and the surrounding venue area is beneficial.
• Must live within approximately 100 miles of the event site.

Compensation

• This is a paid live broadcast production opportunity.
• Compensation will be discussed with selected candidates.

Runner

Job Description

Step into the fast-paced world of live sports production as a Runner for the UCF @ Pittsburgh broadcast in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role supports the production and operations crew by handling essential errands, sharing information across the venue, assisting with announcer logistics, and responding to real-time production needs. The ideal candidate is resourceful, dependable, and comfortable taking on new assignments as the broadcast progresses.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support for remote sports broadcast operations.
• Complete production errands and priority requests efficiently.
• Deliver information, materials, and supplies to designated crew members.
• Assist with announcer arrival and departure logistics.
• Coordinate with production staff to address on-site needs.
• Stay prepared for changing assignments throughout the production.
• Maintain prompt and professional communication with the crew.
• Perform additional production support duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Previous Runner, Production Assistant, or comparable production experience preferred.
• Reliable communication skills through phone, text, and email.
• Ability to remain organized while handling multiple requests.
• Self-motivated, flexible, and comfortable working under time-sensitive conditions.
• Familiarity with basic broadcast production operations is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Pittsburgh and the event venue is preferred.
• Must live within approximately 100 miles of the event site.

Compensation

• This is a paid sports production opportunity.
• Compensation details will be discussed with selected candidates.