Indie SAG Short Film from filmmaker Ethan Soo

SAG Short Film Casting for Male-Presenting Actor – “Impressions”

Job Description

A SAG short film is casting a lead role for the indie film Impressions. The production is seeking a white male, male-presenting, or non-binary actor, age 18 or older, to portray a younger character named John Doe. This role emphasizes expressive non-verbal performance and is open to both union and non-union talent. Filming will take place in Los Angeles, and local talent is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, John Doe, in a dramatic short film.
• Deliver a compelling performance with a strong emphasis on non-verbal acting.
• Follow the creative direction of the director and production team.
• Participate in all scheduled filming days.

Requirements

• White actor, age 18 or older, able to portray a younger character.
• Male, male-presenting, or non-binary.
• Must be local to the Los Angeles area.
• Must have a shaved head or be willing to shave their head (not completely bald).
• Thin build with expressive facial features preferred.
• Strong non-verbal acting abilities.
• Open to both union and non-union performers.

Compensation

• Paid SAG short film opportunity.
• Compensation provided in accordance with the production’s SAG agreement.

Job Description

Dot Raw Films is casting actors for an upcoming psychological thriller with horror elements filming in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. This character-driven project emphasizes atmosphere, tension, and emotionally grounded performances over traditional jump scares.

The production is seeking talented actors capable of delivering authentic, nuanced performances. While this is an unpaid passion project, cast members will receive meals, screen credit, IMDb credit (where applicable), and professional footage for their acting reels.

Roles Available

Malachi Vale (Lead)

• Male, late 20s–30s
• Quiet, intense, emotionally layered
• Strong physical acting required with minimal dialogue

Delilah Cross

• Female, 20s–30s
• Charismatic, confident, and social media-savvy
• Must convincingly transition from confidence to fear

Midas Sterling

• Male, 20s–30s
• Successful businessman
• Polished, ambitious, and commanding

Jonah Brooks

• Male, 20s–30s
• Calm, grounded, and emotionally intelligent
• One of the film’s central characters

Requirements

• Must be able to deliver emotionally authentic performances.
• Acting reel preferred but not required.
• Must be a Dallas-Fort Worth local.
• Serious inquiries only.

Male Latino Actor Casting for Short Film

Job Description

A paid short film is casting a featured male actor for the role of Marcos in an upcoming family drama. The story explores secrets, responsibility, and the complicated love that holds families together. Casting is seeking a Latino actor to portray the father of three daughters in a heartfelt and emotionally grounded performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured supporting character in a short film.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally compelling performance.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled production activities.

Requirements

• Male Latino actor, ages 45–50.
• Portray Marcos, the father of three daughters.
• Warm, humble, observant, and emotionally grounded presence.
• Able to portray a hardworking father with quiet strength and wisdom.
• Fluent Spanish is preferred but not required.
• Non-union performers are welcome to apply.

Compensation

• Fixed paid rate.
• SAG-AFTRA agreement available.

Psychological Horror Short Film Casting Call for Lead and Supporting Roles

Job Description

A proof-of-concept psychological horror short film is casting lead and supporting actors for an upcoming production in the Los Angeles area. The coming-of-age story explores themes of identity, memory, queer desire, and personal conflict. Casting welcomes performers of all experience levels, with queer and BIPOC actors especially encouraged to apply. This project offers an opportunity to collaborate on a film selected for a prestigious proof-of-concept accelerator program.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead or supporting role in a psychological horror short film.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team to bring emotionally driven characters to life.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Deliver authentic, character-focused performances on camera.

Requirements

• Seeking actors for the following roles:
  • Maya: Female, 18+ to portray a 15-year-old, emotionally expressive with the ability to portray innocence, curiosity, and psychological unraveling.
  • Diane: Female, 40s–50s, modest and grounded with strong emotional range. Experience portraying complex characters is a plus.
  • Rattail: Male, 20s–30s, charismatic with emotional depth, strong improvisational skills, and the ability to portray a rebellious personality.
• Open to performers of all ethnicities unless otherwise specified by the role.
• Queer performers are encouraged to apply.
• No acting experience is required.
• Must be available to film in the Los Angeles area.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.

Short Film Casting Call for Actors and Families

Job Description

A paid short film casting opportunity is seeking talented actors and real people for a variety of featured roles. Casting is looking for adults, children, teenagers, a baby, and specialty talent to appear in an upcoming short film production. This project is ideal for performers of different ages who are interested in gaining on-screen experience in a professionally produced film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in a short film.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and crew.

Requirements

• Father: Male, ages 30–50.
• Mother: Female, ages 30–50.
• Child: Boy or girl, ages 6–8.
• Child: Boy or girl, ages 10–15.
• Teenager: Boy or girl, ages 12–18.
• Athletic woman who works out regularly and maintains an active lifestyle.
• Party guy: Male, ages 20–35, with an outgoing personality and energetic nightlife vibe.
• Baby: Ages 1–3.
• Must be available for filming in August 2026.

Compensation

• Paid short film opportunity.

The Scientist – Featured Role for Student Short Film

Job Description

A student short film is seeking an actor for the featured role of The Scientist, a silent yet commanding character whose presence drives tension through subtle performance. This role is ideal for actors who excel at conveying authority without dialogue.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character with no spoken lines.
• Communicate emotion and authority through physical performance.
• Collaborate with the production team during filming.
• Follow creative direction on set.

Requirements

• Male, 50s to 60s.
• White.
• Strong on-camera presence.
• Ability to convey power and emotion without dialogue.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Meals provided.
• Film credit.

Mrs. Lloyd – Lead for Student Short Film

Job Description

A student short film is casting the lead role of Mrs. Lloyd, an elegant and loving mother whose polished exterior conceals deeper emotional complexities. This dramatic role is ideal for experienced performers capable of balancing warmth with subtle tension.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in a dramatic student short film.
• Work closely with the director and cast.
• Deliver a layered emotional performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Female, 50s to 60s.
• African American.
• Strong dramatic acting abilities.
• Must portray sophistication, warmth, and emotional complexity.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Meals provided.
• Film credit.

Mason Lloyd – Lead for Student Short Film

Job Description

A student short film is seeking an actor for the lead role of Mason Lloyd, a man struggling to reconnect with life after profound personal loss. This emotionally rich role relies heavily on expressive, nonverbal acting and offers performers the chance to lead a compelling dramatic story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role in a dramatic short film.
• Convey emotion through subtle physical performance.
• Collaborate with the creative team throughout production.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Male, late 20s to early 30s.
• African American.
• Strong nonverbal acting abilities.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Meals provided.
• Film credit.

Marsha – Featured Role for Student Short Film

Job Description

A student short film is casting Marsha, a featured role portraying a longtime resident of a unique therapeutic community. This character requires a subtle, emotionally grounded performance in a dramatic story exploring healing and personal transformation.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a featured character in the short film.
• Work collaboratively with the cast and production team.
• Follow creative direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female, mid-40s.
• Afro-Latina or Latina.
• Height between 5’5″ and 5’7″.
• Must be able to portray a calm yet quietly observant presence.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Meals provided.
• Film credit.

Dr. X – Lead for Student Short Film

Job Description

A student short film is casting the lead role of Dr. X, a charismatic psychotherapist leading an unconventional therapeutic community. This complex character offers an excellent opportunity for actors looking to showcase emotional depth and commanding screen presence in a dramatic short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role in a dramatic student short film.
• Collaborate with the creative team throughout production.
• Deliver a nuanced and compelling performance.
• Follow direction during rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Male, mid-60s.
• African American.
• Dark-skinned or brown-skinned.
• Height between 5’11” and 6’3″.
• Must portray a charismatic yet mysterious therapist.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Meals provided.
• Film credit.

Grown Hattie (Harriett) – Lead for Student Short Film

Job Description

A student short film is casting for the lead role of Grown Hattie (Harriett) in an upcoming production filming in Atlanta, Georgia. This emotionally driven story follows a woman confronting the lingering effects of childhood trauma after entering an unconventional recovery center. The project offers actors the opportunity to collaborate with emerging filmmakers while gaining valuable on-camera experience in a creative, character-focused production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character in a dramatic short film.
• Collaborate closely with the director and student filmmakers.
• Deliver an emotionally layered and authentic performance.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.

Requirements

• Female, mid-30s to early 40s.
• African American.
• Dark-skinned or brown-skinned.
• Able to portray a socially withdrawn yet emotionally resilient woman confronting past trauma.
• Non-union performers only.

Compensation

• Non-paid opportunity.
• Meals provided.
• Film credit.

Actors for Short Film “How to Ride a Bike”

Job Description

A new short film, How to Ride a Bike, is casting Los Angeles-based actors for a heartfelt coming-of-age drama. Written and directed by Bao Nguyen, the film follows a Vietnamese refugee in Southern California who enrolls in an adult cycling class to connect with his young son, uncovering a deeply personal journey of fatherhood, displacement, and second chances. No prior acting experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for both emerging and experienced performers.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a featured role in the short film.
• Collaborate with the director and cast throughout production.
• Portray emotionally authentic and engaging characters.
• Follow creative direction during rehearsals and filming.

Requirements

• Must be based in the Los Angeles area.
• No previous acting experience is required.
• Must match one of the following roles:
  • Tommy: Vietnamese male, approximately 7 years old. Bright, energetic, and observant child who longs to learn how to ride a bike with his father.
  • Instructor: Male, any ethnicity, 30s–60s. Gentle, supportive adult cycling instructor.
  • Tall Man: White male, 50s. Determined and supportive student learning to ride a bike later in life.
  • Kevin: Male, any ethnicity, approximately 8 years old. Skilled young bike rider with a confident personality.
  • Celina: Latina or Black female, 50s. Warm-hearted widow learning to ride a bike after losing her husband.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Compensation details will be shared with selected actors.