Actors for Proof-of-Concept Short Film

Job Description
A silent short film titled Poison Pie is now casting a male actor for a featured role. This project follows a dark, suspenseful narrative centered around a seemingly devoted housewife and a mysterious twist. This is a great opportunity to work on a creative student production and gain on-set experience in a stylized short film.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured male character in a silent short film
• Convey emotion and storytelling through physical acting and expressions
• Collaborate with the director and student production team
• Participate in filming and follow on-set direction

Requirements

• Male actor in their 20s
• Strong expressive acting ability (non-verbal performance)
• Comfortable performing in a silent film format
• Professional attitude and reliability on set

Compensation

• Unpaid (student project)

Job Description:
A production company is casting for a romantic comedy short film under a SAG Microbudget Agreement. The project is seeking a talented male actor to portray “Marcus,” a charming and comedic lead character. This role is ideal for performers with strong comedic timing and the ability to bring depth and humor to a modern romantic storyline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the character “Marcus” in a short romantic comedy film
• Deliver engaging and comedic on-screen performances
• Participate in rehearsals, read-throughs, and scheduled filming days
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop character dynamics
• Maintain professionalism on set and follow direction

Requirements:

• African American cisgender male
• Late 30s to early 40s
• Strong comedic timing and acting ability
• Ability to portray a charming, slightly goofy, and optimistic character
• Must be available for rehearsals and filming in Georgia
• Must submit headshot and reel (if available)
• Comfortable with non-intimate role (no kissing or physical contact required)

Compensation:

• $150 per day (2 days of filming)
• Food provided
• IMDb credit
• Copy of the film
• Screening opportunities
• Festival submissions
• $20 gas stipend for in-person rehearsal

Job Description:
A Bay Area-based director is seeking actors to participate in short filmed scenes designed for acting and directing reels. This is a collaborative opportunity for performers looking to build or enhance their portfolio by working on scripted scenes in a creative workshop environment. Scripts will be provided, though actors are welcome to bring their own material if preferred.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in short scripted scenes for filmed content
• Collaborate with the director during script workshops
• Take direction and adapt performances as needed
• Contribute to a professional and creative filming environment
• Participate in content creation for acting reels

Requirements:

• Actors of all experience levels welcome
• Must be based in or able to work in the Bay Area, California
• Ability to learn and perform scripted material
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Must submit headshot, reel, and additional photos

Compensation:

• Unpaid / portfolio-building opportunity
• Professional footage provided for acting reels

Job Description:
A casting team is seeking male supporting artists for an upcoming 1950s-era film. This production is looking for talent who can authentically portray the style and appearance of the 1950s. Candidates must meet specific physical requirements and be comfortable working on a professional film set in a supporting role.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform as a background/supporting artist in a period film set in the 1950s
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Maintain continuity and authenticity appropriate to the time period
• Participate in costume fittings and filming as required
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Requirements:

• Male talent based in London, United Kingdom
• Height: 5’8” to 6’0”
• Chest: 38” to 44”
• Waist: 32” to 36”
• Short hair suitable for a side parting (no fades)
• Clean-shaven or moustache only
• Ability to match a 1950s appearance

Compensation:

• Paid opportunity (FAA rates)

Job Description
An independent drama western short film is seeking a talented actor for a lead role. The story centers around a charismatic yet deceptive character who presents himself as connected to fame and power but is ultimately all illusion. This character-driven project requires a strong performer who can balance charm, manipulation, and underlying vulnerability.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead character with depth, charisma, and subtle manipulation
• Deliver a compelling performance that captures both charm and deception
• Collaborate with the director to bring the character to life
• Maintain professionalism and commitment throughout filming

Requirements

• Male actor, ages 40–50
• Ability to perform a convincing American accent
• Strong acting skills with experience in character-driven roles
• Ability to portray layered personalities (charming yet manipulative)
• Must be able to provide a showreel or headshot

Compensation

• Unpaid
• Food and travel expenses covered

Job Description
A USC graduate short film titled “The Root in the Marsh” is now casting actors for a powerful, non-dialogue project exploring themes of domestic power, trauma, and breaking cycles of violence. This visually driven film relies heavily on physical storytelling and facial expression to convey emotion and narrative. The story follows a family impacted by a mysterious and supernatural connection to a marsh root, culminating in a tense and symbolic confrontation.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver emotionally driven performances without dialogue
• Use strong facial expressions and body language to communicate story and character
• Follow direction closely in a physically expressive and stylized production
• Participate in rehearsals and on-set blocking as required

Requirements

• Strong physical acting and non-verbal storytelling skills
• Ability to portray intense emotional states convincingly
• Comfortable performing in dramatic and psychologically intense scenes
• Must be 18+ (for all roles)
• Prior acting experience preferred

Roles Include:

• The Mother (Female, 40–45): A survivor of domestic abuse who uses a ritualistic method to reclaim power. Requires a calm yet intense presence and the ability to convey deep emotion through stillness and precision
• The Father (Male, 40–50): Physically imposing and volatile. Must portray sudden, intense internal pain and emotional unpredictability through physical performance
• The Daughter (Female, 18+ to play 15–18): Tense and guarded, with a gradual emotional build toward a breaking point. Must convincingly portray vulnerability and strength

Compensation

• Copy, credit, and meals provided
• SAG waiver through USC

Job Description
A new film production titled “It Takes A Village” is seeking actors for select roles in an upcoming shoot in Los Angeles. The production is looking for energetic and talented performers who can bring authenticity and personality to a variety of character roles. This is a great opportunity for actors looking to gain on-set experience and collaborate with a creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters with strong on-screen presence
• Follow direction from the production team and adapt performance as needed
• Participate in filming and deliver scripted lines where required
• Maintain professionalism and punctuality on set

Requirements

• Must be able to take direction and work collaboratively
• Prior acting experience preferred but not required
• Comfortable performing in a film production environment

Roles Include:

• Nip / Ginger (College Age): Actor to portray twin characters; small frame; ability to take direction; some experience preferred
• Fed Ex Worker (Male): Thin to medium build; expressive personality with a sense of humor; open to all ethnicities; must be able to follow direction
• Girl (College Age): Open ethnicity; confident and expressive; must be comfortable delivering lines and portraying a flirtatious personality

Compensation

• Compensation details not specified

Job Description
An upcoming near-future sci-fi short film is seeking talented day players for various roles. This student film explores a world where a neural implant controls the majority of humanity, forcing one man to confront a life-altering decision between comfort and freedom. The project is written and directed by Dylan Burrows and will film in the Gloucestershire area.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a sci-fi narrative setting
• Collaborate with the director and production team to bring characters to life
• Follow on-set direction and maintain professionalism throughout filming
• Participate in scenes involving futuristic and socially driven themes

Requirements

• Open to male and female actors ages 18–60
• Ability to perform in a short film production environment
• Strong acting skills and willingness to take direction

Roles Include:

• Clarity Representative (Female, 20–60s): A caring and empathetic business associate of Clarity Corporation
• Marty (Male, 20–60s): A worn-down rebel doctor who has learned how to remove the Clarity implant
• Stranger (Male/Female, 18–60s): Engaged with augmented reality social media feeds
• Influencers (Male/Female, 18–60s): Social media personalities using the Clarity implant

Compensation

• Unpaid student film
• Travel and catering provided

Lead Actors for Romantic Comedy Short Film “Paperback Blues”

Job Description
A romantic comedy short film is casting lead actors for a charming, character-driven story about love, self-discovery, and overcoming self-doubt. The film follows a shy, imaginative woman and her workplace crush as their connection unfolds in unexpected ways. This is a great opportunity for actors to take on emotionally engaging roles in a heartfelt and relatable production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray lead characters in a romantic comedy short film
• Deliver natural, expressive, and emotionally authentic performances
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop character chemistry
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as required

Requirements

• Female actor, 20s, to play an awkward, curious, and imaginative romantic lead
• Male actor, mid-20s, to play a charming, intelligent, and driven love interest
• Strong on-camera presence and ability to portray romantic chemistry
• Comfortable performing in a character-driven narrative
• Open to emerging and experienced actors

Compensation

• Credit for participation
• Copy of the completed film for reel use
• Meals provided during production
• Valuable experience in a narrative short film

Job Description
A short film for the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge is seeking female or femme-presenting non-binary actors to serve as understudies (backup performers) in case of last-minute cast illness. Filming will take place in Midtown Manhattan and Central Park.

Job Responsibilities

• Be available on set as an understudy/backup performer
• Step into roles if needed due to cast availability changes
• Collaborate with cast and production team
• Participate in full-day shoots as scheduled

Roles

• Christina (Early 20s–Early 50s)
  Chronically ill, lonely, sarcastic. Actors with disabilities strongly preferred
• Wilhelmina (Early 20s–40s)
  Gregarious, blunt, medieval ghost. Open to disabled or non-disabled actors

Requirements

• Female or femme-presenting non-binary actors
• Must be available for full-day shoots
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment
• Willing to follow COVID safety protocols (daily testing and masking if required)
• Headshot and reel or clip required for submission

Compensation

• Unpaid (per film challenge rules)
• Meals provided
• Credit and reel footage provided
• SAG actors may participate under a waiver agreement

Job Description
A psychological short film titled Not Alone is now casting actors for an intense, emotionally driven project focused on awareness and real-life themes. The production is seeking strong performers who can bring depth and authenticity to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character roles in a psychological short film
• Collaborate with the director and production team
• Deliver emotionally compelling and realistic performances
• Participate in filming as scheduled in Atlanta, GA

Roles

• Male Neighbor (Ages 30–55)
• Female Friend (Ages 18–25)
• Male Stalker (Ages 20–35)

Requirements

• Strong acting ability with emotional range
• Ability to perform in an intense, character-driven story
• Must be available to film in Atlanta, GA
• Demo reel preferred (if available)

Compensation

• Non-paid
• IMDb credit provided
• Reel footage provided

Job Description
A major television production for HBO’s The Gilded Age is seeking background actors to portray 1880s footmen for upcoming scenes filming in Newport, Rhode Island. This is a period production requiring talent who can authentically represent the look and presence of the era. Selected talent will participate in professionally produced scenes for a high-profile series.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a 1880s footman in background scenes
• Follow direction from the production and casting team
• Maintain period-appropriate posture, movement, and behavior on set
• Attend scheduled fittings and filming dates as required

Requirements

• Height: 5’10”–6’1”
• Chest: 38–42
• Waist: 30–38
• Ability to fit period costumes
• Comfortable working on a professional TV set
• Availability for fittings and filming dates

Compensation

• SAG-AFTRA rate: $224 for 8 hours