Male Actor for Gio the Mobster in Student Short Film

Job Description

A Sydney-based student short film is casting a male actor for the main role of Gio, an Italian-American mobster in a deadpan crime parody. The story follows a Roadman, a Yakuza, and a Mobster who unknowingly arrive at the same bar to send off a close mentor, leading to escalating chaos. Gio is charismatic, vulgar, and self-proclaimed cunning, shifting quickly between humorous and intimidating. He values old-school hierarchy but becomes standoffish when someone challenges him as an equal.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the main role of Gio in the short film.
• Balance comedic moments with the character’s intimidating personality.
• Follow performance and creative direction during filming.
• Participate in the production’s experimental smartphone/bodycam-style visual approach.

Requirements

• Male actor ages 30–50.
• Able to perform an Italian-American/mafia accent.
• Strong comedic and dramatic performance ability.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering, screen credit, and a final copy of the film provided.

Job Description

An independent short film is casting a female actor for the supporting role of The Maid. The production is filming in Sydney, New South Wales, and tells a dramatic story involving an indentured labourer working within the world of a wealthy expat family. The role calls for an African female performer who is comfortable with light VFX makeup and working within a dramatic film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the supporting role of The Maid.
• Follow creative and performance direction during filming.
• Participate in dramatic scenes as required by the story.
• Wear light VFX makeup for the role.

Requirements

• Female actor ages 18–35.
• African descent.
• Must be comfortable with light VFX makeup.
• Must be available to work in Sydney, New South Wales.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering provided.

Job Description

An independent short film is seeking actors for security guard roles in a production filming in New South Wales. Selected talent will portray security guards working in Dubai, UAE, as part of a dramatic story centered around an indentured labourer and a wealthy expat family. Actors should be comfortable working outdoors in sandy environments and traveling to the Stockton Dunes filming location.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray security guards in the short film.
• Perform naturally within the story’s Dubai setting.
• Follow creative direction during filming.
• Work comfortably in outdoor and sandy locations.

Requirements

• Actors ages 25–55.
• Middle Eastern descent.
• Must be comfortable portraying security guards working in Dubai, UAE.
• Must be comfortable working in outdoor/sandy locations.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering provided.

Job Description

An independent short film is casting a young male actor for the supporting role of Isaac. The production is filming in Sydney, New South Wales, and follows a dramatic story involving an indentured labourer and a wealthy expat child. No previous acting experience is required, making this an opportunity for young performers who are comfortable taking direction and performing a dramatic scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the supporting role of Isaac.
• Follow direction during filming.
• Perform naturally within dramatic scenes.
• Participate in a scene involving simulated choking.

Requirements

• Male actor ages 5–10.
• Caucasian.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must be comfortable performing a scene involving choking.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering provided.

Job Description

An independent short film is casting featured extras for a production filming in Sydney and Stockton Dunes, New South Wales. The story follows an indentured labourer who is unexpectedly tasked with caring for a wealthy expat child, leading to a misunderstanding with serious consequences. The production is seeking South Asian actors to portray labourers working under the Kafala system in Dubai, UAE.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray labourers in featured background scenes.
• Perform naturally within the film’s dramatic setting.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Work comfortably in outdoor sandy or desert locations.

Requirements

• Actors ages 25–35.
• South Asian descent.
• Must be comfortable portraying labourers working under the Kafala system.
• Must be comfortable working in sandy/desert locations.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Catering provided.

Job Description

A heartfelt short film is casting a female actor for the role of Diana, a playful and happy young woman who feels confident about what she wants from life. Rather than searching elsewhere for fulfillment, Diana wants to remain in her hometown and spend her life surrounded by the people she cares about most. The character brings warmth and optimism to a story exploring relationships, mistakes, forgiveness, and changing lives.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Diana in the short film.
• Deliver a natural, playful, and emotionally authentic performance.
• Perform character-driven scenes with the ensemble cast.
• Follow creative direction from the filmmaking team.
• Collaborate professionally throughout production.

Requirements

• Female.
• Ages 18–25.
• Able to portray a playful, happy, and confident personality.
• Comfortable with emotionally grounded dramatic storytelling.
• Must be able to work in Lara (Geelong) and Camperdown, Victoria.

Compensation

• Small daily compensation based on the role.
• Meals provided.

Job Description

A heartfelt short film is casting a female actor to portray the older version of Carrie. At this stage in her life, Carrie has been with her partner for more than 20 years and remains deeply in love. Carrie is a kind, bubbly person with an intensely forgiving nature. Her warmth and relationships form part of a larger story exploring family, regret, reconciliation, and the passage of time.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the older version of Carrie.
• Deliver warm and emotionally grounded dramatic performances.
• Build believable relationships with other principal characters.
• Follow the director’s creative guidance.
• Work professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Female.
• Ages 30–45.
• Able to portray a kind, bubbly, and highly forgiving personality.
• Comfortable performing relationship-focused dramatic material.
• Must be able to work in Lara (Geelong) and Camperdown, Victoria.

Compensation

• Small daily compensation based on the role.
• Meals provided.

Job Description

A heartfelt dramatic short film is casting a female actor to portray the younger version of Carrie. Carrie shares a very close relationship with her older brother, Robin, and is beginning a new romantic relationship. She values her brother’s opinion and is eager to receive his approval of her new partner. The role requires warmth and believable sibling chemistry while contributing to the film’s exploration of family relationships across different periods of life.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the younger version of Carrie.
• Perform natural dramatic and relationship-driven scenes.
• Build believable sibling chemistry with the actor portraying Robin.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Female.
• Ages 18–25.
• Comfortable performing character-driven dramatic material.
• Able to portray warmth, affection, and a close sibling relationship.
• Must be able to work in Lara (Geelong) and Camperdown, Victoria.

Compensation

• Small daily compensation based on the role.
• Meals provided.

Job Description

A dramatic short film is casting a male actor to portray the older version of Robin, a former alcoholic returning to his hometown after years away. Robin left after his irresponsible drinking became too much for his closest family to tolerate. His return forces him to confront his past while attempting to make amends and pursue a more peaceful future. The role calls for an emotionally grounded performer capable of portraying regret, vulnerability, and personal change.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the older version of Robin.
• Perform emotionally complex dramatic scenes.
• Bring authenticity to themes involving addiction, family, and reconciliation.
• Follow creative direction throughout production.
• Work collaboratively with the ensemble cast.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 30–45.
• Strong dramatic performance ability.
• Comfortable portraying emotionally sensitive subject matter involving alcoholism and family relationships.
• Must be able to work in Lara (Geelong) and Camperdown, Victoria.

Compensation

• Small daily compensation based on the role.
• Meals provided.

Job Description

A heartfelt short film is casting a male actor to portray the younger version of Robin. The story follows Robin across different stages of his life as past mistakes, family relationships, and the consequences of alcoholism shape his journey. At this stage of his life, Robin has little idea what he wants to do with his future, but he does not seem particularly troubled by that uncertainty. The role requires a natural, grounded dramatic performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the younger version of Robin.
• Perform emotionally grounded dramatic scenes.
• Develop believable relationships with other characters.
• Follow direction from the filmmaking team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew.

Requirements

• Male.
• Ages 18–25.
• Comfortable performing dramatic material.
• Able to portray a young man who is directionless but relatively carefree.
• Must be able to work in Lara (Geelong) and Camperdown, Victoria.

Compensation

• Small daily compensation based on the role.
• Meals provided.

Mature Female Lead for Short Film

Job Description

A short film is casting a mature female actor for a lead role in an upcoming production filming in Byron Bay. This paid acting opportunity is ideal for experienced performers based in South East Queensland or Northern New South Wales who are looking to take on a compelling lead role in an independent film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as the lead character in a short film.
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring the role to life.
• Attend all required filming days.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally engaging performance.

Requirements

• Mature female actor.
• Based in or able to work in Byron Bay, South East Queensland, or Northern New South Wales.
• Actors from Northern Rivers, Gold Coast, and Brisbane are encouraged to apply.
• Previous acting experience is preferred.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.

Job Description:

Casting is underway for the lead role of Cooper in the short film My Friend Found a Chair, an absurdist comedy filming in Sydney, Australia. The story follows an orphan searching for his family alongside a mysterious, all-knowing chair sent from hell. The production is seeking energetic performers with strong comedic instincts.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Cooper, the film’s lead character.
• Perform in comedic and character-driven scenes.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements:

• Male.
• Ages 20–26.
• Energetic performer with comedic ability.

Compensation:

• Catering provided.
• Compensation not specified.