“Pacific Waves” Casting Call for Sandra

Job Description:

Ink to Real Productions is casting lead, supporting, and day player roles for the upcoming non-union short film ‘Til We See the Sun, written and directed by Shanna Johnson. Filming will take place in Miami, Florida over three days in early September. The production is seeking talented South Florida local actors, with a strong emphasis on performers of Black, West Indian, and Caribbean descent. Certain roles require fluency in Haitian Creole or Jamaican Patois.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a lead, supporting, or day player role in the short film.
• Attend all scheduled rehearsals and filming dates.
• Deliver authentic performances while following the director’s creative vision.
• Collaborate professionally with the cast and production team.
• Perform stunt-related actions for applicable roles with a stunt coordinator on set.

Available Roles:

Lead Roles

• Widnel: Male, 35–40, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Proud Haitian American landscaper. Must speak Haitian Creole.
• Nadine: Female, 35–40, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Jamaican American teacher. Must speak Jamaican Patois.

Supporting Roles

• Donovan: Boy, 12–16, Black, West Indies/Caribbean.
• Rosie: Female, 50–60, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole.

Day Player Roles

• Mirlande: Female, 30–40, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole. Stunt scene.
• School Administrator: Any gender, 35–45, any ethnicity.
• Troy: Male, 40–50, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Jamaican Patois.
• Marc: Male, 30–40, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole.
• Kervens: Male, 25–35, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Must speak Haitian Creole.
• Parent: Female, 30–40, all ethnicities.
• Agent #1: Male, 30–40, African, Black, West Indies/Caribbean. Stunt scene.
• Agent #2: Male, 35–45, Eastern European, Hispanic, or White. Stunt scene.

Requirements:

• Available for filming in early September 2026 (3-day shoot).
• Fluency in Haitian Creole or Jamaican Patois is required for applicable roles.
• Comfortable performing stunt actions for designated roles (stunt coordinator provided).

Compensation:

• Paid.
• IMDb credit.
• Copy of the film.
• Meals provided.

Job Description:

Boys with Ties is seeking a real basketball referee to appear in an independent time travel movie filming in Belmar, New Jersey. This is an opportunity for an authentic referee to bring realism to an on-screen basketball scene. The production is unpaid, and applicants must provide their own referee uniform.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray a basketball referee during filming.
• Wear your own referee uniform.
• Follow direction from the production team.
• Be available for the scheduled filming time.

Requirements:

• Must be a real basketball referee.
• Any age.
• Must provide your own referee outfit.

Compensation:

• Unpaid.

Job Description:

The independent short film Pole Kisses is seeking a First Assistant Director (1st AD) to join its production team for filming in Las Vegas this October. Directed by Maria Trần, the project is looking for an organized and proactive leader to help manage cast, crew, scheduling, and on-set logistics. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about independent filmmaking and looking to gain hands-on production experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee cast and crew operations on set.
• Work closely with the director to keep production on schedule.
• Coordinate production schedules and logistics.
• Prepare and distribute call sheets before filming.
• Support efficient day-to-day production management.

Requirements:

• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Experience coordinating film productions preferred.
• Passion for independent filmmaking.
• Non-union.

Compensation:

• Not specified.

Lead Actor (Chinese/Malaysian Man, 60–85) for Documentary Promo Short Film

Job Description

A non-union documentary promo short film is casting a lead actor for a mockumentary-style production filming in San Diego, California. Casting directors are seeking a Chinese or Malaysian man with a memorable look, strong comedic instincts, and exceptional improv skills. This unique project will be directed by a well-known filmmaker, with portions of the role requiring prosthetic makeup. Transportation from Los Angeles to San Diego will be provided for selected local talent.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the lead character, Adanson, in a documentary-style promotional short film.
• Deliver a natural, energetic performance with strong comedic timing.
• Participate in scenes requiring prosthetic makeup.
• Collaborate with the director and production team throughout filming.
• Perform in content intended for online and social media distribution.

Requirements

• Chinese or Malaysian man, ages 60–85.
• Must have Chinese or Malaysian heritage.
• Strong character acting, comedy, and improv skills.
• Memorable facial features and a dynamic on-camera presence.
• Comfortable wearing prosthetics for part of the production.
• English should sound like the character’s second language.
• Available to film in San Diego.

Compensation

• $1,200 for 12 hours.

Job Description:

I Never Liked Fireworks Anyway is casting Henry, a supporting role in an upcoming non-union short film shooting in Los Angeles in early August. The production is seeking talented young actors who can portray a confident, outspoken teenager.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform the supporting role of Henry.
• Participate in filming and rehearsals as scheduled.
• Collaborate with the production team on set.
• Deliver an authentic dramatic performance.

Requirements:

• Ages 16–22 to play 16.
• Submit a headshot, resume, and demo reel (if available).

Compensation:

• Copy, credit, and meals provided.

Job Description:

The upcoming short film I Never Liked Fireworks Anyway is casting Owen, a lead role filming in Los Angeles in early August. This coming-of-age story follows a teenager navigating an unforgettable Fourth of July. No prior acting experience is required, and production is seeking authentic young performers.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray the lead character, Owen.
• Participate in the scheduled film shoot.
• Work closely with the director and cast.
• Deliver a natural, expressive performance.

Requirements:

• Ages 8–13.
• Seeking genuine child performers.
• No acting experience or demo reel required.

Compensation:

• Copy, credit, and meals provided.

Job Description:

A film production is seeking a Volunteer Wardrobe Assistant for a one-day shoot in the Los Angeles area. This opportunity is ideal for aspiring wardrobe professionals looking to gain on-set experience while earning production credit and content for their portfolio. All wardrobe and accessories will be provided, so no costume sourcing or prep is required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist two actresses with wardrobe changes for scenes.
• Style jewelry using provided wardrobe pieces.
• Maintain wardrobe continuity throughout filming.
• Make minor wardrobe adjustments as needed during the shoot.

Requirements:

• Available for the scheduled film shoot.
• Comfortable assisting talent with wardrobe on set.
• No costume sourcing or preparation required.

Compensation:

• Volunteer (unpaid) opportunity.
• Meal provided.
• Production credit.
• Copy/content for your portfolio or reel.

Job Description:

A short film production is hiring Production Assistants for a one-day shoot in Inglewood, California on Saturday, July 25. This unpaid opportunity is ideal for aspiring film professionals looking to gain hands-on production experience while earning screen credit and content for their reel.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist the production team during filming.
• Support on-set operations as needed.
• Help maintain an organized and efficient production environment.
• Perform general production assistant duties.

Requirements:

• Relevant production experience is a plus but not required.
• Include your name and relevant experience when applying.
• Use “Production Assistant – July 25” in the email subject line.

Compensation:

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Meal provided.
• Production credit.

Job Description:

A short film production is seeking a Boom Operator to join the crew for a one-day shoot in Inglewood, California on Saturday, July 25. This unpaid opportunity offers valuable on-set experience, a meal, production credit, and content for your reel. The team is looking for reliable crew members to support the production during filming.

Job Responsibilities:

• Operate the boom microphone during production.
• Work closely with the sound and production teams.
• Support efficient audio recording throughout the shoot.
• Maintain professionalism on set.

Requirements:

• Relevant boom operating experience is preferred but not required.
• Include your name and relevant experience when applying.
• Use “Boom Operator – July 25” in the email subject line.

Compensation:

• Unpaid opportunity.
• Meal provided.
• Production credit.

Job Description:

Makinda V Productions is holding in-person casting auditions for the upcoming thriller/drama short film The Version of You I Kept. Casting directors are seeking talented actors and actresses for lead, supporting, and background roles. Auditions will take place on August 11, 2026, in Dallas, Texas.

Job Responsibilities:

• Attend the in-person audition.
• Perform a cold reading during the audition.
• Bring all required audition materials.
• Be prepared to portray dramatic characters in a thriller project.

Requirements:

• Seeking:
  • Females ages 21–31
  • Males ages 28–34
• Bring an updated headshot and resume.
• Acting reel (if available).
• Valid ID.
• Prepare a 1–2 minute monologue (drama or thriller preferred).

Compensation:

• Lead roles: Paid.
• Supporting and background roles: Meals, screen credit, and demo reel copy provided.

Job Description:

A coming-of-age romance short film, Amorizona, is casting Claudio “El Jefe” Lazaro, a supporting role for an older bilingual ranch owner. Filming will take place on a ranch in Vail, Arizona, with rehearsals on July 27 and filming on July 28. This paid opportunity is ideal for actors of Mexican or Native American descent who can deliver a strong, authentic performance in both English and Spanish.

Job Responsibilities:

• Portray Claudio “El Jefe” Lazaro, a respected ranch owner.
• Perform approximately five Spanish-language lines.
• Attend the scheduled rehearsal and filming dates.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team on location.

Requirements:

• Male actor, 40–60 years old.
• Mexican or Native American descent.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Strong dramatic acting skills.
• Submit a headshot, résumé, and demo reel (if available).

Compensation:

• $150 per day.

Job Description:

The independent short film HAPA is casting paid and unpaid acting roles for its upcoming production filming in the San Francisco Bay Area this August. Casting directors are seeking talent for principal, supporting, day player, and background roles in a story exploring identity, ambition, class, cultural ostracization, and the HAPA experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform in an independent short film production.
• Portray principal, supporting, day player, or background characters.
• Attend filming on scheduled production dates.
• Collaborate with the cast and production team.

Requirements:

• Actors of all experience levels are encouraged to apply.
• Submit a resume.
• Include an acting reel if available.

Compensation:

• Paid and unpaid roles available.