“Pacific Waves” Casting Call for Sandra

“You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It” Open Casting Call

Job Description

Casting is underway for “You Ain’t Gotta Lie To Kick It,” a short film directed by Keaton Greene with a screenplay by Kole Greene, shooting in late November in Los Angeles. The film is the second of three in the anthology series “You’re Missing The Point,” a multimedia social critique of contemporary society’s relationship to perception and authenticity. The production is casting three leads, one supporting role, and featured extras under a SAG-AFTRA Short Film Micro Budget Agreement, open to both union and non-union talent. Talent must be LA based or able to work as an LA local hire.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in a 35mm short film shooting in late November in Los Angeles
• Portray one of the film’s leads, supporting characters, or featured extras

Requirements

• LA based or willing to work as an LA local hire
• Open to union and non-union talent
• Apply for one role: Young Man, Young Woman, Maxxer, Maxxer’s Mom, Server, or Patrons

Compensation

• Young Man (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
• Young Woman (lead): $500/day x 2 days = $1,000
• Maxxer (lead): $500/day x 1 day = $500
• Maxxer’s Mom (supporting): $250/day x 1 day = $250
• Server (featured extra): $200/day x 2 days = $400
• Patrons (featured extra): $200/day x 1 day = $200

“Brownie” Casting Call for Homeless Woman

Job Description

Casting is underway for “Brownie,” a short film written and directed by Curtis Adair, shooting October 14th in Savannah, Georgia. The production is seeking a featured extra to play a homeless woman. Set in 1901, the film follows a photographer in the Jim Crow South facing a moral crisis after the first Kodak Brownie camera is released to the public. The role calls for a dark-skinned African American woman aged 20-39 with a period-appropriate look for 1901.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured extra in the short film “Brownie”
• Maintain a period-appropriate appearance for a 1901 setting

Requirements

• Dark-skinned African American woman, aged 20-39
• Natural hair colors, no piercings, no visible tattoos
• Available to work local hire to Savannah, GA on October 14th
• Submit name, age, height, phone number, city, tattoo locations, and headshot plus full-body photo

Compensation

• $125 for 8 hours

NOW CASTING — SCAR AWARENESS MONTH

A short film celebrating Scar Awareness Month is seeking children, adults, and older adults with visible scars from surgery, accidents, or other life-changing experiences. The production aims to highlight authentic personal stories centered on survival, healing, transformation, and individual journeys. Talent of all ethnicities and backgrounds is encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a short film focused on Scar Awareness Month
• Share the personal story behind a visible scar
• Participate in on-camera interviews or storytelling segments as directed
• Discuss experiences related to survival, healing, transformation, or personal growth
• Follow production direction and remain professional throughout filming

Requirements

• Open to children, adults, and older adults
• Must have a visible scar from surgery, an accident, or another life-changing experience
• All ethnicities and backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• Submit two recent photos
• Submit one clear photo of the scar
• Provide a short written story about the scar and personal journey
• Provide age and social media handle if available
• Must be comfortable discussing the story behind the scar on camera

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided
• Additional terms may be shared with selected participants

Job Description

An independent short film is seeking a Colorado-based female actor to portray Annie, a young woman navigating grief and unresolved emotions. The production is looking for a performer who can deliver a grounded, emotionally authentic performance in a character-driven story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Annie in an independent short film.
• Deliver an emotionally grounded and believable performance.
• Work closely with the director to bring the character and story to life.
• Follow creative direction and collaborate professionally throughout production.

Requirements

• Female actor, ages 25–35.
• Must be based in Colorado.
• Strong dramatic acting and emotional performance skills.
• Comfortable working on an independent short film production.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Meals provided.
• High-quality copy of the finished film for reel use.

Job Description

“Room to Become” is a paid, non-union branded short film for a national student housing company filming in the Denver metro area. The 60-second commercial follows a college student through everyday apartment life with roommates, showing how the space gradually becomes a home and the student grows into a more confident version of themselves. The production is seeking naturalistic performers with subtle, believable acting styles.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned role in a 60-second branded short film with additional cutdowns.
• Deliver natural, grounded, and observational performances.
• Perform dialogue, reactions, physical comedy, or improvisation depending on the role.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction throughout production.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• The Student: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; grounded, warm, and capable of showing a character growing from guarded newcomer to confident young adult.
• The Roommate: Playing age 18–24, any gender or ethnicity; relaxed, friendly, and comfortable with light dialogue.
• Friends: Playing age 18–24; part of the student’s growing social circle. Physical comedy or improvisation skills are a plus.
• Performers must be 18 or older.
• Local Denver metro area talent only.
• No travel or lodging provided.

Compensation

• The Student: $350 flat rate.
• The Roommate: $250 flat rate.
• Friends: $200 each.
• Rates include the shoot day and usage buyout in perpetuity across all media, including paid, social, web, and connected TV.
• Meals provided on set.

Job Description

“Reservations for Two” is an upcoming short film seeking background actors for a restaurant scene in the Tallahassee, Florida area. The production is looking for adults to portray restaurant patrons, with couples and groups encouraged to participate together.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a background actor in a restaurant scene.
• Perform natural restaurant patron actions as directed.
• Follow on-set instructions from the production team.
• Maintain professional behavior throughout filming.

Requirements

• Adults interested in portraying restaurant patrons.
• Couples and groups are welcome to participate together.
• Must be available to work in the Tallahassee, Florida area.
• Must be comfortable filming during the morning before the restaurant opens.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• Participants may be considered for future paid opportunities.

Job Description

“From Me, To You” is a paid short film musical seeking actors and singers for multiple roles in Mobile, Daphne, and Fairhope, Alabama. The story follows a young woman who, after losing her father to war, finds hope through friendship and love until circumstances force her to find a new path forward. All roles require singing.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character in a short film musical.
• Deliver both dramatic acting and vocal performances.
• Participate in an in-person audition if selected.
• Follow performance, musical, and creative direction throughout production.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Thad: Female, late teens.
• Gustav: Male, late teens to early 20s.
• Roxana: Female, 30s.
• Mina: Female, early 50s.
• Strong acting and singing abilities required for all roles.
• Must be able to work in Mobile, Daphne, or Fairhope, Alabama.

Compensation

• Paid opportunity; specific rates have not been provided.

Job Description

“Sponsored By” is a senior thesis short film seeking performers to portray businessmen in Loveland, Colorado. The comedy follows a divorced father who begins coaching a Little League baseball team in hopes of impressing his boss, earning a promotion, and securing an invitation to an exclusive BBQ.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a businessman in scenes for the short film.
• Perform background and supporting actions as directed by the production team.
• Be comfortable with periods of sitting and waiting between scenes.
• Follow on-set direction and maintain professional conduct throughout filming.

Requirements

• Must be able to portray a businessman between approximately 30–50 years old.
• Must be able to work in Loveland, Colorado.
• Comfortable spending extended periods sitting and waiting on set.
• Reliable and able to follow production direction.

Compensation

• Unpaid.
• IMDb credit provided.

Job Description

“Girl Scouts” is a short comedy film casting multiple roles in the Austin–San Marcos, Texas area. The story follows an ordinary trip to the grocery store that becomes increasingly frustrating when a man encounters a determined group of Girl Scouts. What begins as a quick stop turns into a comedic battle of patience, persistence, and the power of a box of cookies.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform an assigned character in a comedic short film.
• Deliver expressive, character-driven performances suited to the project’s playful tone.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction during filming.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.

Requirements

• Ben: Male, 20s, Black; sarcastic, impatient, and easily irritated.
• Nicole: Female, 20s, Black; warm and playful with a school-charm-rebel personality.
• Girl Scouts: Girls, approximately ages 5–13; energetic, confident, determined, and playful.
• Spiritual Vendor: Male, any ethnicity, 20s–30s; quirky, charismatic, and confident.
• Old Man: Male, 60s; neighborhood grandpa type who is blunt, unbothered, and always has something to say.
• Evangelist: Female, 20s–30s; warm, passionate, confident, highly expressive, and enthusiastic about her beliefs.
• Infused Sweets Vendor: Any gender, any ethnicity, 20s–30s.
• Must be able to work in the Austin–San Marcos, Texas area.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

Job Description

“Why I Got Fired” is an independent short film seeking actors for two lead roles in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The story follows a bored night security guard who discovers an escaped patient in a rainy alley and asks him to be a gentleman. The production is looking for performers who can bring mystery, tension, and dark character-driven energy to the story.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a lead role in an independent short film.
• Deliver a compelling performance suited to a tense, atmospheric story.
• Follow acting, blocking, and creative direction during production.
• Collaborate professionally with the director and production team.

Requirements

• Myra: Female, 30s; charming, sharp, dangerous, secretive, and comfortable portraying a sultry character.
• Myra must be comfortable performing in rain and appearing barefoot or in a straitjacket as required by the scene.
• Sam: Male, 40s; portrays a grounded, weary security guard who is easily fooled but good-hearted.
• Must be available to audition in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Compensation

• Compensation details have not been provided.

Job Description

“Water, No Ice” is an independent narrative short film casting actors for principal and supporting roles in Dallas/DFW, Texas. The character-driven project is a darkly comic, dystopian satire exploring social behavior, isolation, and modern life. Production is expected to take place over approximately 6–7 shooting days, primarily on weekends.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray an assigned principal or supporting character in the independent short film.
• Perform scripted dramatic and darkly comedic scenes.
• Collaborate with the director and fellow cast members to develop authentic character performances.
• Participate in rehearsals and production activities as required.
• Maintain availability for the agreed filming schedule.

Requirements

• Actors needed for multiple principal and supporting roles.
• Must be comfortable performing character-driven dramatic and satirical material.
• Must be available for approximately 6–7 shooting days.
• Dallas/DFW local actors are preferred.
• Actors traveling from outside the DFW area may be considered depending on accommodations.

Compensation

• Non-union production.
• Principal roles receive production credit and meals.
• Local transportation reimbursement will be provided.
• Traveling actors may receive lodging or accommodations depending on the role.

Actors and Background Talent for Howard University Short Film “It’s for the Best”

Job Description

A Howard University student short film titled “It’s for the Best” is seeking actors and background talent in Washington, D.C. The story follows a young woman navigating the five stages of grief after separating from her best friend. This unpaid production explores friendship, emotional growth, and the difficult process of moving forward.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in scripted scenes for a student short film.
• Portray assigned characters or background roles as directed.
• Bring natural and emotionally authentic performances to the production.
• Collaborate professionally with the director, cast, and production crew.

Requirements

• Seeking two actors and additional background actors.
• Must be comfortable performing material centered on friendship, grief, and emotional growth.
• Must be able to work in Washington, D.C.

Compensation

• Unpaid.