Matte Black London Short Film Competiton

Junior – Short Film Casting Call

Job Description

A short film production is casting a young male actor to portray Junior, a lively and mischievous boy from a rural family in Trelawny, Jamaica. The character is described as boisterous, expensive—or as his sister Apple calls him, “friday friday”—making this an engaging role for a young performer with personality, energy, and natural screen presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Junior in a narrative short film.
• Bring energy and personality to scripted scenes.
• Perform naturally alongside actors portraying family members.
• Follow acting and blocking direction from the production team.
• Help create an authentic portrayal of a rural Jamaican family.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Character age: 9–11.
• Must be based in Jamaica.
• Energetic and expressive on camera.
• Comfortable portraying a lively and boisterous personality.
• Able to follow creative direction.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Apple – Short Film Casting Call

Job Description

A short film production is casting a young female actor to portray Apple, a bold and bubbly girl from a rural family in Trelawny, Jamaica. Apple is full of personality and always ready with a laugh or to tease her brother Junior. This role calls for a young performer with natural charisma, playful energy, and a confident on-camera presence.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Apple in a narrative short film.
• Bring a bold, bubbly, and playful personality to the character.
• Perform scripted family scenes naturally and authentically.
• Build believable sibling chemistry with the actor portraying Junior.
• Follow creative and production direction throughout filming.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Character age: 5–7.
• Must be based in Jamaica.
• Energetic, playful, and comfortable on camera.
• Able to portray a bubbly and confident personality.
• Able to follow creative direction.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Andrea – Short Film Casting Call

Job Description

A short film production is casting a female actor to portray Andrea, a mother from rural Trelawny, Jamaica. Andrea is a hardworking woman rooted in faith and family, raising her children with strength and resilience. This role is ideal for an actor who can deliver an authentic, grounded performance in a Jamaican family story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Andrea in a narrative short film.
• Deliver an authentic and emotionally grounded performance.
• Perform scripted scenes and dialogue as directed.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.
• Help authentically portray the character’s rural Jamaican background and family relationships.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Character age: 40s.
• Must be based in Jamaica.
• Comfortable portraying a hardworking, faith-centered mother.
• Strong acting and storytelling abilities.
• Able to perform in English with the appropriate character background.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

June – Short Film Casting Call

Job Description

A short film production is casting a young female actor to portray June, a graceful and grounded teenager from a rural family in Trelawny, Jamaica. June is described as her siblings’ quiet source of comfort, requiring a performer who can communicate warmth, maturity, and emotional depth on camera.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray June in a narrative short film.
• Perform scripted scenes with natural emotion and authenticity.
• Capture the character’s graceful, grounded personality.
• Build believable family relationships with fellow cast members.
• Follow direction from the film’s creative and production teams.

Requirements

• Female actor.
• Character age: 14–16.
• Must be based in Jamaica.
• Able to portray a graceful, grounded, and comforting personality.
• Comfortable performing scripted scenes in English.
• Able to follow creative direction professionally.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Global Creative Talent Open Call for Artists, Writers, Musicians, and Makers

Job Description

A creative publication is accepting worldwide submissions from emerging and established creatives working across a wide range of disciplines. This global creative open call welcomes photographers, designers, stylists, visual artists, musicians, culture writers, essayists, critics, and makers from any medium. The opportunity is focused on discovering distinctive creative work, original perspectives, and projects that deserve a wider audience.

Job Responsibilities

• Submit original creative work for editorial consideration.
• Share projects that demonstrate a distinctive artistic voice or perspective.
• Provide relevant context and credits for submitted work.
• Contribute work across photography, design, styling, art, music, writing, criticism, or other creative mediums.
• Present polished work suitable for potential editorial exposure.

Requirements

• Open to creatives worldwide.
• Photographers, designers, stylists, artists, musicians, writers, essayists, critics, and multidisciplinary makers are encouraged to apply.
• Open to creative work from any medium.
• Must have original work or a creative project ready for consideration.
• Strong artistic perspective and compelling creative execution are encouraged.

Compensation

• Compensation details are not specified.

Real Father and Daughter Commercial Casting Call

Job Description

A commercial production in Manchester is casting real fathers and daughters for an upcoming shoot. The production is seeking fathers in their 30s or 40s with daughters ages 9–11 who are based locally in the Manchester area. This is an opportunity for a real father-daughter pair to appear together in a professional commercial production.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear together as a real father-and-daughter pair in a commercial.
• Perform naturally and comfortably on camera.
• Follow direction from the commercial production team.
• Participate professionally throughout the shoot.
• Be available to work locally in Manchester.

Requirements

• Real fathers in their 30s or 40s.
• Daughters must be ages 9–11.
• Must apply as a real father-and-daughter pair.
• Talent should be based locally in Manchester.
• Comfortable appearing on camera and following production direction.

Compensation

• Compensation details will be provided to selected talent.

Paid Student Extras for Major Hollywood Feature Film

Job Description

A major Hollywood feature film is casting paid supporting artists to portray students in London and surrounding studios. This exciting background acting opportunity is open to performers ages 17–28 of all abilities, with no previous acting experience required. Selected extras will work on a professional film set, gain valuable production experience, and contribute to a major feature film.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a student as a supporting artist in a major feature film.
• Perform background scenes according to production direction.
• Work professionally with cast, crew, and fellow background actors.
• Follow instructions from assistant directors and production staff.
• Be available for filming in London and surrounding studios.

Requirements

• Ages 17–28.
• All abilities and experience levels are welcome.
• No previous acting experience required.
• Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
• Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set direction.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity.
• Competitive rates of pay.

Job Description

A journalist based in Leeds is seeking Northern actors to participate in interviews for a short documentary exploring the Northern drama school and acting scene. The documentary will focus on actors’ real career experiences, including their professional journeys, successes and challenges, formal training or drama school experiences, and how they entered the acting industry. Filming is planned for August and September, with the journalist able to travel to participants for interviews. Some exceptions may be made for video call interviews.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in an interview for a short documentary
• Discuss your acting career and professional experiences
• Share insights into career successes and challenges
• Explain how you entered and developed your acting career
• Participate in an in-person filmed interview or, where approved, a video call

Requirements

• Must be a Northern actor
• Comfortable discussing your acting career on camera
• Video call interviews may be considered in some circumstances
• Actors with different career and training backgrounds are encouraged to get in touch

Compensation

Not disclosed.

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking men aged 50 and older for an upcoming paid music video. Talent should be based in Southend, Essex, or London, UK. The production is looking for local performers to appear in the music video. Additional details regarding the shoot date, creative concept, and schedule will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as cast talent in an upcoming music video
• Perform naturally and confidently on camera
• Follow creative and production direction during filming
• Collaborate professionally with the production team

Requirements

• Men ages 50+
• Comfortable appearing on camera
• Able to follow production and creative direction

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

Road Casting is seeking Gen Z women based in Southend or Essex for an upcoming paid music video production. The casting team is specifically looking for local talent who can participate in the music video shoot. Interested candidates should apply directly by email for further casting and production details.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as cast talent in an upcoming music video
• Perform naturally on camera according to production direction
• Collaborate with the music video’s creative and production teams
• Follow on-set direction throughout filming

Requirements

• Gen Z women
• Comfortable appearing on camera in a music video
• Must be able to follow creative direction
• Additional age, appearance, experience, and availability requirements were not specified

Compensation

Paid.

Job Description

A casting call is seeking two female child actors, ages 9–12, for an upcoming 1970s-themed short film titled Rollin’ Stone. The production is casting the characters Jamie and Tiffani and is looking for young performers who can help bring the film’s 1970s-inspired story and characters to life. Interested talent should submit professional materials directly to the production for consideration.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray either Jamie or Tiffani in the short film
• Perform scripted scenes according to the director’s creative vision
• Take direction professionally during rehearsals and filming
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and the production team
• Participate in required production activities if selected

Requirements

• Female child actors
• Ages 9–12
• Casting for the roles of Jamie and Tiffani
• Parent or guardian involvement is required for minors
• Submit a current headshot
• Submit an acting reel for consideration

Compensation

IMDb credit.

Job Description

Stark Casting is seeking fun, confident girls ages 7–9 for a paid campaign in London focused on self-esteem, positive body image, and media. The initiative is sponsored by a major brand and aims to feature authentic young participants in a project promoting confidence and a healthy self-image. This is a real-people casting, and professional actors or models are not being sought. Parents or guardians of girls who fit the age range are encouraged to submit through the official casting form.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in filming for a positive self-image campaign
• Take part in age-appropriate activities and on-camera content
• Follow simple direction from the production and casting teams
• Bring a natural, fun, and confident personality to the project
• Participate in content centered on self-esteem, body image, and media
• Attend filming with the required parent or guardian supervision

Requirements

• Girls ages 7–9
• Seeking fun, confident, natural personalities
• No professional actors or models
• Parent or guardian must submit the application on the child’s behalf
• Must be comfortable participating in an age-appropriate filmed campaign

Compensation

Paid opportunity.