Outside In Open Casting Call

Job Description

PGM Films is now casting actors for Outside In, a psychological drama exploring themes of emotions, identity, trauma, perception, and mental control. The production is seeking emotionally grounded performers who can bring realism, vulnerability, and intensity to layered characters within a psychologically immersive story world.

This independent film project is searching for actors capable of handling emotionally complex material and improvisational performance work.

Job Responsibilities

Selected actors may be responsible for:

• Portraying emotionally layered lead and supporting characters
• Participating in live auditions and rehearsals
• Performing dramatic and psychologically intense scenes
• Collaborating with the director and creative team
• Bringing authenticity, vulnerability, and improvisational ability to performances

Requirements

Now casting the following roles:

• Cameron Monroe (Lead) – Any Gender
• Avery (Lead) – Any Gender
• Marcel (Supporting) – Male
• Kori (Supporting) – Female
• Melo (Supporting) – Male
• Damien “Dame” (Supporting) – Male
• Solana (Supporting) – Female
• Malia Bennett (Supporting) – Female

Applicants should:

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Be comfortable with emotionally vulnerable material
• Have strong improvisation skills
• Submit:
  • Name, age, and location
  • Recent headshot or photo
  • Acting reel (if available)
  • Short introduction video (1 minute maximum)
  • Contact information

Selected applicants will receive:

• NDA agreement
• Audition packet
• Audition sides
• Live audition details

Compensation Details

Compensation details were not disclosed.

Job Description

An independent character-driven TV pilot titled Preston is now casting lead and supporting actors for a paid non-union production filming in Brooklyn, New York. The project explores themes of identity, environment, and personal adjustment through the story of a young man navigating a new life in Brooklyn.

Casting directors are seeking grounded and natural performers for emotionally rich lead and supporting roles. The production is planned for the festival circuit and local New York hires are preferred.

Job Responsibilities

Selected actors may be responsible for:

• Performing scripted lead or supporting roles in the TV pilot
• Participating in rehearsals and scene work
• Bringing authentic and emotionally grounded performances on camera
• Collaborating with the director and production team
• Attending filming dates in Brooklyn, New York

Requirements

Production is currently seeking:

• Preston (Lead)
  Black male, ages 13–20
  Reserved, polished, observant personality
• Lamar (Lead)
  Black male, ages 14–20
  Charismatic, witty, natural Brooklyn energy
• Aunt Michelle (Supporting)
  Black female, ages 30–40
  Grounded, nurturing, structured
• Grandpa Willie (Supporting)
  Black male, ages 60–70
  Sharp, wise, charismatic

Additional Requirements:

• Natural and grounded acting ability preferred
• Non-union talent
• Local New York hires preferred
• Sides available for selected applicants

Compensation Details

• $250 per day
• Paid non-union production

Job Description

A Santa Monica College student film production is now casting actors for Baby Boy, a dramatic scene recreation exploring themes of love, insecurity, emotional vulnerability, and control. The project centers on a volatile late-night argument between two lovers, highlighting the fragile emotional dynamics within their relationship.

The production is seeking emotionally expressive performers for two lead male roles. This collaborative student film offers actors footage for demo reels, screen credit, and an opportunity to work in a respectful creative environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform emotionally intense dramatic scenes on camera
• Portray complex relationship dynamics between lead characters
• Collaborate with student filmmakers during rehearsals and filming
• Participate in approximately six hours of production time
• Submit requested audition materials for casting consideration

Requirements

Casting the following roles:

• Kam (Male, 18 to early 30s)
  • Emotionally reactive and possessive
  • Deeply insecure beneath his composure
  • Carries emotional intensity and vulnerability
• Jonie (Male, 18 to early 30s)
  • Charismatic and emotionally magnetic
  • Uses humor and charm as emotional armor
  • Seeking reassurance and love beneath outward confidence

Additional Requirements:

• Must be comfortable performing emotionally intimate scenes between two men
• Submit:
  • 1–2 photos (headshot and current photo)
  • Acting reel or self-tape (if available)
  • Instagram handle or actor profile (if available)

Compensation Details

• Unpaid student film
• Footage provided for reel use
• Screen credit included
• Snacks provided on set
• Collaborative and respectful working environment

Job Description

A new short film inspired by a 1940s romance is now casting actors who can both act and dance. The story follows an ambitious businessman who falls in love with a free-spirited widow during a night at a bar, leading to an emotional and romantic final dance.

The production is seeking talented performers for lead roles in this stylized period drama short film. Actors with strong on-screen chemistry, movement ability, and performance skills are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform lead character roles in a short film production
• Participate in acting and dance sequences
• Attend filming and collaborate with the creative team
• Bring emotional depth and chemistry to character performances
• Follow direction during rehearsals and production shoots

Requirements

Casting the following roles:

• Lola Rose (Female, 20–26)
  • Free-spirited widow
  • Nurse
  • Must be comfortable performing dance scenes
• Ray Stewart (Male, 20–29)
  • Confident businessman
  • Romantic lead role
  • Must be comfortable performing dance scenes

Additional Requirements:

• Seeking actors ages 18–30
• Must have acting ability and movement/dance skills
• Comfortable performing in a romantic period-inspired story
• Available for filming during production dates

Compensation Details

• Compensation details were not provided

Actors for Short Film “Strangers”

Job Description
The upcoming short film Strangers is now casting multiple lead, supporting, and day player roles for a New York City-based production. Written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Karishma Dev Dube, the project has received support from Tribeca Studios and Chanel through the Through Her Lens program. Casting directors are seeking talented performers with strong emotional range and naturalistic acting abilities for this character-driven drama filming in NYC.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray emotionally layered characters in a scripted short film
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team during filming
• Deliver authentic performances in dramatic and dialogue-driven scenes
• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled production dates
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production

Requirements

• Talent must be based in NYC or able to work as a local hire in New York City
• Non-union performers encouraged to apply
• Strong acting skills and on-camera experience preferred
• Fluent Hindi and English speakers encouraged for select roles
• Ability to portray nuanced and emotionally grounded characters

Roles

• Ronny – Male, 30s–40s, Indian. A soft-spoken and observant man navigating identity, desire, and isolation while living in New York. Lead role requiring fluent Hindi and English.
• Tara – Female, 25–35, Indian. Confident, intelligent, and emotionally layered with a sharp edge beneath a polished exterior. Supporting role requiring fluent Hindi and English.
• Maya – Female, 35–40, White American. An open and successful gay artist with a composed but emotionally complex presence. Supporting role.
• Jackson – Male, 20s–30s, Indian American. Fast-talking, ambitious, and charismatic with underlying emotional tension. Supporting role.
• Golden – Woman or Non-Binary Person, 35–45, Indian. Warm, grounded, and quietly authoritative with a strong New York presence. Day player role.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity
• Work with an award-winning filmmaker and experienced production team
• Opportunity to appear in a professionally backed short film production
• Build industry credits and festival exposure potential

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA micro-budget short film is now casting a child actor for an upcoming beach scene filming in the New York/New Jersey area. The production is seeking a young Caucasian child to portray a natural, quiet beach moment in a simple exterior scene.

This role requires no dialogue and focuses on authentic on-camera presence as the child plays by the beach. The production is looking for talent comfortable in outdoor environments and accompanied by a parent or guardian during filming.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in a short film beach scene
• Perform naturally on camera without dialogue
• Follow direction from the production team during filming
• Attend a short exterior beach shoot with a parent or guardian present

Requirements

• Child ages 3–6
• Caucasian
• Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
• Comfortable in outdoor and beach environments
• Available for flexible shoot dates during the weeks of May 4 and May 11
• Must submit:
  • Recent photo
  • Child’s name and age
  • Parent or guardian contact information

Compensation

• Paid opportunity
• Rate disclosed upon inquiry

Job Description

The upcoming film Searching for Bae is casting non-union actors for multiple paid lead and supporting roles filming in Atlanta this summer. Casting directors are seeking talented performers for a variety of speaking and non-speaking roles, including adult leads, supporting characters, and child talent.

This production is looking for expressive actors with strong on-camera presence for a character-driven film project.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a feature film production
• Follow direction from the production and casting team
• Participate in auditions and scheduled filming dates
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members
• Maintain punctuality and professionalism on set

Requirements

Athletic Built Male Lead

• African American male
• Late 20s to early 30s
• Athletic build

Male Supporting Role

• Male
• Late 20s to early 30s

Female Lead

• African American female
• Late 20s to early 30s

Male Child Role

• African American male
• Ages 8–10

Non-Dialogue Female Roles

• Female
• Late 20s to early 30s

Non-Dialogue Male Roles

• Male
• Late 20s to early 30s

Compensation Details

• Paid acting opportunity
• Additional audition and compensation details provided upon selection

Job Description

A production team is casting the lead role of “Karina” for the film project Karina Dreams in Tagalog. The story follows a Filipina undocumented immigrant surviving life in New York while discovering moments of hope and joy in unexpected places.

Casting directors are seeking a Filipina actress with strong emotional depth and authentic performance ability for this paid lead role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character “Karina” in dramatic scripted scenes
• Deliver emotionally grounded and authentic performances on camera
• Collaborate closely with the director and production team
• Participate in production activities and scheduled filming dates
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Filipina female, ages 30s to early 40s
• Must speak Tagalog
• Strong acting skills and emotional range preferred
• Comfortable performing in dramatic and character-driven scenes
• Ability to work in New York/New Jersey filming locations

Compensation Details

• $200 per day
• Paid acting opportunity

Job Description

A production team is casting the role of “Corrine” for the proof-of-concept video Karina Dreams in Tagalog. The project tells the story of a lonely undocumented immigrant from the Philippines who discovers joy and connection in unexpected places while navigating life in New York.

Casting directors are seeking a female actor in her 30s for a featured one-scene role in this paid film opportunity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Corrine” in a scripted scene
• Collaborate with the director and production team during filming
• Deliver authentic on-camera performance for a dramatic film project
• Follow production direction and maintain professionalism on set

Requirements

• Female, age range 30s
• American appearance
• Comfortable performing in a featured single-scene role
• Strong acting ability and natural on-camera presence preferred

Compensation Details

• $125 payment
• IMDb credit included

Job Description

A production team is casting the role of “Axel” for the film project Karina Dreams in Tagalog. The story follows a Filipina undocumented immigrant navigating life in New York while finding joy and connection in unexpected places.

Casting directors are seeking a physically fit male actor with strong on-camera presence for this paid role. The selected talent must be comfortable appearing shirtless in one scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the character “Axel” in scripted film scenes
• Collaborate with the director and cast during production
• Participate in emotional and character-driven scenes
• Follow creative direction on set
• Maintain professionalism throughout filming

Requirements

• Male, ages 20s to early 30s
• All-American appearance
• Physically fit
• Comfortable appearing shirtless in one scene
• Strong acting ability and screen presence preferred

Compensation Details

• $175 per day
• Paid acting opportunity

Actors for Victorian-Era Short Film

Job Description
An award-winning director is now casting actors across Europe for an upcoming Victorian-era short film. The production is seeking English-native speakers, preferably with British accents, for multiple roles in this period drama project. This is an exciting opportunity for performers looking to work on an internationally cast short film with an acclaimed creative team.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a Victorian-era short film
• Perform scripted dramatic scenes on camera
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Maintain professionalism during rehearsals and filming
• Help bring authentic period characters to life

Requirements

• English native speakers preferred
• British accent strongly preferred
• Women ages 18–23
• Men ages 23–28 and 40–50
• Comfortable performing in period-drama style productions
• Strong acting and communication skills preferred
• Must be available for a Europe-wide casting process

Compensation

• Opportunity to work with an award-winning director
• Professional short film production experience
• Exposure through an internationally cast project
• Networking opportunities within the film industry

Job Description

ExtraOrdinary Casting is seeking one non-union African American male for a paid background acting opportunity filming at the University of Chicago in Hyde Park. The selected talent will appear in a featured scene involving reading a letter and performing detailed hand-focused actions on camera.

Casting directors are specifically looking for talent with well-groomed hands and minimal visible markings for close-up shots.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a featured background scene
• Participate in close-up hand and over-the-shoulder shots
• Follow on-set direction from the production team
• Remain available for the full filming day despite a shorter scene schedule
• Maintain continuity in appearance during filming

Requirements

• Non-union African American male
• Ages 20s to early 30s
• Hands must be in good condition
• No noticeable tattoos or markings on hands
• Manicured appearance preferred
• Must submit:
  • Current face photo
  • Photos of hands
  • Over-the-shoulder or side/back photo holding paper as if reading a letter
• No sunglasses in submission photos
• Only applicant should appear in photos
• Must be available for an early morning call time and entire shoot day

Compensation

• $300 for up to 10 hours
• Scene expected to film for a shorter duration, but full-day availability is required