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Lead Actors for Student Psychological Thriller Short Film

Job Description
A student film production is casting lead actors for a psychological thriller short film titled Casting Call. The story follows a woman invited to the home of a committed Scrabble player to be challenged, only to discover the game is far more dangerous than it appears. The film will be produced in Wolverhampton, UK and offers actors an opportunity to gain on-screen experience and film credits.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform lead roles in a psychological thriller short film

• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled

• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming

• Deliver strong on-camera performances suitable for a suspense-driven narrative

Requirements

• Lily (Lead Female): Woman playing age 20s

• Mark (Lead Male): Man playing age 30–40s

• Acting experience or a showreel/self-tape preferred

• Ability to perform in a dramatic psychological thriller

Compensation

• Unpaid student production

• Catering provided on set

• Screen credit included

Actors for Coming-of-Age Short Film Adaptation

Job Description
A coming-of-age short film adaptation of the novel Skellig is casting multiple actors for several key roles. The production will explore a powerful and emotional story about growth, imagination, and family challenges through the eyes of a young boy. Filming will take place in the Birmingham, West Midlands area, and the production team is seeking passionate performers who can bring depth, warmth, and authenticity to this character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a scripted character in a dramatic coming-of-age short film

• Perform emotionally driven scenes that support the story’s themes

• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members during filming

• Participate in rehearsals and on-location filming

Requirements

• Open to actors of various backgrounds with strong acting ability

• Michael: Male, around 16 years old, thoughtful and imaginative teen navigating personal growth and belonging

• Skellig: Male, slender and frail-looking with an ambiguous age, mysterious character with an eerie yet warm presence

• Michael’s Mum: Female, ages 36–45, caring but stressed parent focused on family responsibilities

• Michael’s Dad: Male, ages 36–45, emotionally burdened father dealing with family struggles

• Dr Death: Male, ages 25–35, doctor character who appears intimidating at first but later reveals compassion

• Film Narrator: Older male voice with a calm and clear tone

• Michael’s Teacher: Female, ages 25–35, supportive and reassuring teacher figure

Compensation

• Unpaid acting opportunity

• Travel expenses covered

Job Description
A short film production is seeking a female actor to portray the lead role in an upcoming project. The casting team is specifically looking for Slavic or Eastern European talent with strong acting ability and experience in pole dancing. The selected actor will play a central character in the film and contribute to a visually expressive and emotionally engaging performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the lead role in a narrative short film production.

• Deliver a compelling on-screen performance aligned with the film’s creative vision.

• Perform pole dancing sequences as required by the role.

• Participate in rehearsals, filming, and production activities as directed.

• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production team.

Requirements

• Female actors ages 30–40.

• Slavic or Eastern European background preferred.

• Experience with pole dancing.

• Strong acting skills and comfort performing in a dramatic short film role.

• Ability to submit a self-tape audition as part of the casting process.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity (exact compensation details provided upon selection).

Job Description

A final-year Film Production student at the University of Derby is casting for the graduation short film Faultline (formerly The Hard Way Home). Set in 1980s Derby, this gritty coming-of-age drama follows a troubled teenage boy caught between gang loyalty and the last person fighting for his future—his grandmother.

The production is seeking actors based in or around the Midlands for a range of lead, supporting, and extra roles. This is a character-driven period drama exploring identity, pressure, and the possibility of change.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned character in a dramatic short film

• Perform with a Derby (Midlands) accent where required

• Participate in rehearsals, self-tape auditions, and potential in-person callbacks

• Wear 1980s period costume for applicable roles

• Collaborate closely with director and cast ensemble

Roles Available

Scott

• Playing age 16–20

• Derby (Midlands) accent

• Tough, emotionally guarded teenager involved in the local skinhead scene

• Must be comfortable shaving head on screen for one scene

Si / Henno / Shaw / Daz

• Playing age 16–21

• Derby (Midlands) accent

• Members of a local skinhead gang

• Intimidating, confrontational, fiercely loyal

• Must be comfortable shaving head for the role

Teenagers & School Students (Extras)

• Playing age 16–21

• Derby (Midlands) accent

• Multiple background roles for town and school scenes

• Must be comfortable wearing 1980s period costume

Requirements

• Actors must be based in or around the Midlands

• Strong dramatic performance skills

• Comfort portraying intense, emotionally complex material

• Applicants under 18 require parental/guardian consent

• Submit headshot, CV, showreel (if available), playing age, and availability

Compensation Details

• Unpaid student production

• Travel expenses covered

• Food provided on shoot days

Lead Child Actor (Refugee or Migrant Background) for Short Film

Job Description
A short dramatic film is casting a thoughtful, curious child (age 9–12) to play the lead character Elmi, who forms a powerful friendship amid rising tension. The production welcomes first-time performers and offers a supportive environment for young talent to shine.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Elmi with honesty and emotional depth

• Work closely with the director to develop the character’s journey

• Collaborate with another young co-star to depict a believable friendship

• Attend fittings, rehearsals, and seven shoot days

• Maintain focus and professionalism on set

Requirements

• Boy or girl aged 9–12

• Refugee or migrant background strongly encouraged (e.g., Eritrea, Sudan, Somalia, Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Iraq, Yemen, Vietnam)

• No prior acting experience required; enthusiasm and authenticity valued

• Able to travel to a British seaside town for all filming dates

• Parent or guardian consent and supervision throughout production

Compensation

• Paid role (rate disclosed upon selection)

• Travel and meals covered during filming

• Screen credit and footage for future opportunities

Casting Call – Male Identifying Talent for Music Video

Job Description
A global pop artist’s new music video is casting male-identifying talent with a distinctive look and strong on-camera presence. This shoot centers on stylized intimacy and individuality, and the team is looking for someone expressive, visually compelling, and confident in portraying emotional connection. An intimacy coordinator will be present to support the process.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in intimate, stylized scenes as part of a cinematic narrative

• Collaborate with creative team to deliver compelling on-camera chemistry

• Follow direction while maintaining character authenticity

• Contribute to a visually rich and emotionally expressive music video

Requirements

• Male-identifying talent, ages 18–30

• Must have a unique or interesting look and sense of style

• Comfortable with emotionally intimate on-camera scenes

• Must be based in or able to work in London

• Professionalism and openness to creative direction is key

Compensation

• Paid music video role

• Intimacy coordinator provided on set

• Feature in a high-visibility production tied to a global pop act