Casting Call Alert: “Olga” – A Short Film
Overview
We are excited to announce a casting call for the upcoming short film, “Olga,” a captivating narrative set to be filmed in Bartow County, GA. This project promises to be an intense, overnight shoot from Saturday evening, March 2nd, through Sunday morning, March 3rd. We are looking for talented, dedicated actors to bring this story to life. This is a non-union, paid opportunity, offering actors a chance to participate in a unique filmmaking experience.
Roles Available
Officer Mason
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Gender: Male
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Age: Late 30s to early 50s
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Physical Description: Heavyset
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Race: Open
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Accent: A subtle Georgia accent is preferred.
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Character Brief: Officer Mason is a seasoned law enforcement professional with a deep understanding of human nature. He’s compassionate yet firm, a stabilizing force in chaotic situations.
Anna
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Gender: Female
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Age: 20s
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Physical Description: Short, skinny to medium build
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Race: White
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Accent: A heavy “southern belle” accent is preferred.
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Character Brief: Anna is a young woman with a vibrant spirit and a tough exterior. Her journey is central to the narrative, requiring a dynamic range of emotions.
Jim/Clerk
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Gender: Male
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Age: 30s to 40s
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Physical Description: Medium to heavyset build
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Race: White
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Accent: A Georgia Southern accent is required.
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Character Brief: Jim, doubling as a clerk, is a character with a strong presence and moral compass. He brings an element of grounded wisdom to the story.
Job Responsibilities
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Participate in a full overnight shoot, as scheduled.
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Collaborate with the director and other actors to bring the characters to life.
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Be prepared for multiple takes and able to maintain character consistency.
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Follow direction and provide input to enhance character portrayal and scene effectiveness.
Requirements
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Must be available for the entire shoot from the evening of March 2nd to the morning of March 3rd, 2023.
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Previous acting experience in film/theater is preferred but not required.
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Ability to perform with an authentic accent as specified for the character.
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Reliable transportation to and from the Bartow County, GA, filming location.
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Non-union actors only.
Compensation Details
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This is a paid opportunity. Specific compensation details will be discussed upon casting.
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Meals and refreshments will be provided during the shoot.
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray the teenage version of Arnel Pineda.
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Requirements
- Male, able to portray ages 13–15.
- Filipino.
- Fluent in English.
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- Work closely with the director and cast.
- Maintain continuity throughout filming.
Requirements
- Female.
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- Collaborate with the cast and crew.
Requirements
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Compensation
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- Work collaboratively with the cast and director.
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Requirements
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- Collaborate with cast and crew.
Requirements
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- Any ethnicity.
- Strong acting skills.
- Previous film experience is preferred but not required.
Compensation
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Harriet – Day Player
Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray Harriet in featured scenes.
- Collaborate with the production team.
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- Maintain continuity during filming.
Requirements
- Female.
- Ages 40–60.
- Any ethnicity.
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- Previous film experience is preferred but not required.
Compensation
- Paid SAG-AFTRA opportunity.
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Job Responsibilities
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- Follow direction from the production team.
- Collaborate with cast and crew.
- Maintain continuity throughout filming.
Requirements
- Female.
- Ages 30–40.
- Any ethnicity.
- Strong dramatic acting skills.
- Previous film experience is preferred but not required.
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- Follow creative direction on set.
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Requirements
- Male.
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- Strong character acting skills.
- Previous film experience is preferred but not required.
Compensation
- Paid SAG-AFTRA opportunity.
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Job Description
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- Work closely with the director and cast.
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Requirements
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- Ages 20–30.
- Native American.
- Able to portray a young single mother from the Choctaw Nation.
- Previous film experience is preferred but not required.
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- Paid SAG-AFTRA opportunity.
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
- Portray Giovanni in a lead role.
- Perform dramatic scenes under the director’s guidance.
- Collaborate with cast and crew during production.
- Maintain professionalism throughout filming.
Requirements
- Male.
- Ages 30–40.
- Any ethnicity.
- Strong dramatic acting skills.
- Intelligent, resourceful, and physically fit appearance.
- Previous film experience is preferred but not required.
Compensation
- Paid SAG-AFTRA opportunity.
