“Recycle” Short Film Open Casting Call

Job Description
A non-union, festival-bound short thriller is casting a male actor for a lead role in a suspense-driven narrative. The project centers on a psychologically complex character whose charm and persuasion mask darker intentions. This role is ideal for an actor comfortable exploring layered, intense material in a cinematic short film setting.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a central character in a short thriller film

• Perform scripted scenes requiring emotional depth and psychological nuance

• Collaborate closely with the director to develop character motivation and tension

• Participate in scenes involving light intimacy, including kissing

• Maintain professionalism on set during scheduled shoot days

Requirements

• Male actors ages 35–55

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable portraying a manipulative, complex character

• Willing to perform scenes involving intimacy

• Must be able to work locally in Los Angeles

Compensation

• Copy and screen credit

• Meals provided during production

• Transportation provided

Job Description
A short film is casting talent for multiple paid roles in a period-style production filming at the Mescal Movie Set. This project is seeking performers for a stunt double role, a speaking role, and background extras to help bring an Old West setting to life. The production welcomes performers who can contribute to an authentic, cinematic atmosphere.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform assigned role in a scripted short film

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Maintain professionalism and continuity on set

• Participate in filming on scheduled workdays

Requirements

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Horse Riding Double

    • Male, Caucasian

    • Ages 30–45

    • Height between 6’3”–6’5”

    • Beard required

    • Comfortable riding a horse

    • Non-union

  • Bartender (Speaking Role)

    • Any ethnicity

    • Any age

    • Comfortable delivering dialogue on camera

  • Background Extras

    • Male or female

    • Ages 20–45

    • Any ethnicity

    • 1880s-style wardrobe preferred but not required

Compensation

• Horse riding double: $350 per day

• Bartender (speaking role): $500 per day

• Background extras: $125 per day

• Paid non-union roles

Job Description
An independent short film is casting principal and supporting roles, along with background extras, for a character-driven project focused on quiet moments, emotional realism, and visual storytelling. This low-fi indie film features long takes and intimate scenes, offering actors the chance to explore subtle, grounded performances in a creative production environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes in a character-driven indie short film

• Collaborate with the director to deliver natural, emotionally authentic performances

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled filming

• For extras, appear as town residents in diner, street, or community scenes

Requirements

• Open to all backgrounds

• Must fit one of the following roles:

  • Alex (Lead)

    • Male, ages 28–38

    • Late-night radio host

  • Marcus (Supporting)

    • Male, ages 30–45

    • Older brother

  • Jamie (Supporting)

    • Male, ages 20–35

    • Young barista

  • Maya (Lead)

    • Female, ages 26–36

    • Traveling sound artist

  • Lena (Supporting)

    • Female, ages 25–35

  • Rita (Supporting)

    • Female, ages 40–55

    • Diner owner

  • Nora (Supporting)

    • Female, ages 18–25

    • Teen listener

  • Emily (Featured)

    • Female, ages 22–32

    • Brief pivotal role

  • Background Extras

    • All ages and looks

    • Town residents for diner, street, and fundraiser scenes

• Must be available for filming

• Local Houston talent encouraged

Compensation

• Paid principal and supporting roles (modest stipend)

• Paid daily rate for extras

• Meals provided on set

Job Description
A short film is casting male and female Italian-American actors for a character-driven story centered around loyalty, identity, and belonging. The film follows an outsider navigating a series of intense and surreal loyalty tests while interviewing for acceptance into a mafia-like organization. This project focuses on strong performances, grounded emotion, and authentic cultural portrayal.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Italian-American characters in a scripted short film

• Perform dialogue using a New York–Italian dialect

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Participate in multiple filming days

• Deliver emotionally grounded, character-focused performances

Requirements

• Male and female actors

• Italian-American performers only

• Ability to portray a New York–Italian dialect

• Comfortable working on a dramatic, character-driven film

• Available for a multi-day shoot

Compensation

• $150 total for two days

• Paid acting role

• Professional short film credit

Kids for Law Firm Commercial

Job Description
A kids commercial is casting young performers for a family breakfast scene in a paid law firm advertisement. This project is seeking natural, expressive children who can deliver a short line in Spanish on camera. The role is simple, upbeat, and focused on authentic family moments.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear in a family breakfast scene for a commercial

• Deliver a short Spanish line naturally on camera

• Follow light direction from the director

• Participate in a self-tape audition

Requirements

• Boy around 8 years old

• Girl around 6 years old

• Must be able to say the line “¡Y él nos protege!” in Spanish

• Comfortable on camera in a family-style setting

• Natural, expressive personality

• Parent or guardian support required

Compensation

• Paid commercial role

• Industry-standard child performer rates

• Professional on-set experience

Middle School Male Actor for Television Series

Job Description
A non-union television series is casting a young male actor to portray a middle school student. This role calls for a confident, charming performer with a clean-cut appearance and a warm, natural presence on camera. The character will appear opposite a female counterpart in school-based scenes, making authenticity and relatability key.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a middle school student in scripted television scenes

• Deliver natural, age-appropriate performances

• Take direction from the director and production team

• Work professionally on set with fellow youth actors

Requirements

• Male actors ages 14–17

• Must convincingly portray a middle school student

• Clean-cut appearance

• Confident, charming, and warm on camera

• Prior acting experience preferred

• Non-union performers only

Compensation

• Paid acting role

• Non-union television rates

True Crime Recreation Role – Victim

Job Description
A non-union true crime television series for a major network is casting a male performer to portray a victim in a crime recreation scene. This role is part of a dramatic reenactment with no scripted dialogue and is filmed in a controlled, low-pressure environment. The production is seeking talent with a strong physical presence to match a specific character profile.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a victim in a true crime reenactment scene

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Perform non-speaking, physical acting for realism

• Maintain professionalism during evening filming

Requirements

• Male talent, late teens to 20s

• Athletic or college football-style build

• Preferred height 6’1” or taller

• Comfortable portraying scripted violence and alcohol-related scenes

• Non-union performers only

• Must be available during the scheduled filming window

Compensation

• $150 per day

• Paid non-union television role

Restaurant Commercial Casting – Principal Roles

Job Description
A restaurant commercial is casting principal talent for a polished, non-speaking commercial shoot. This production is seeking sophisticated performers to portray restaurant patrons and kitchen professionals in visually driven scenes. Talent may be cast as individuals or as a real couple, and all roles require a refined, camera-ready presence. Filming will take place in South Florida, and local hires only will be considered.

Job Responsibilities

• Appear as a principal performer in a restaurant commercial

• Portray natural, believable interactions in non-speaking scenes

• Follow on-set direction for blocking, movement, and performance

• Maintain a professional, polished appearance throughout filming

Requirements

• Must be local to South Florida

• Comfortable working in a non-speaking, visual performance role

• No visible tattoos

• Must fit one of the following available roles:

  • Patron Husband

    • Male, ages 40–45

    • Caucasian

    • Sophisticated appearance

    • No long beards

  • Patron Wife

    • Female, ages 40–45

    • Caucasian

    • Sophisticated appearance

  • Butcher / Chef

    • Male, ages 30–40

    • Any ethnicity

    • No long hair or long beards; willing to shave if needed

    • Comfortable cutting large cuts of meat and properly handling knives

    • Restaurant or culinary experience is a plus

Compensation

• Principal talent rate: $850 per day

• Usage and industry deductions apply

• Paid commercial role

Marching Band Performers for Major Apparel Campaign

Job Description
A major apparel brand is casting a local marching band for a professional commercial shoot. This project is seeking experienced musicians who can perform confidently on camera and visually represent a high school–style marching band. Talent will participate in fittings and a full shoot day as part of a high-profile apparel campaign.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a marching band in a commercial shoot

• Play marching band instruments such as drums, brass, woodwinds, or percussion

• Follow creative and performance direction on set

• Maintain energy, timing, and visual coordination during filming

Requirements

• Must be a local hire

• Legal age 18+ but must convincingly look like a high school senior

• Open to all genders and all ethnicities

• Must have marching band experience

• Must provide photos or videos demonstrating musical skills

• Comfortable working on camera in a performance setting

Compensation

• Fitting pay: $250 (up to 3 hours)

• Session pay: $500 (up to 8-hour shoot day)

• Usage pay: $1,500 (guaranteed at booking)

• Usage rate subject to standard industry deductions

Kids for Major Telecom Commercial

Job Description
A major telecom commercial is casting new, local youth talent for an upcoming on-camera project. This opportunity is open to boys and girls who are comfortable reading scripted lines and performing naturally on camera. The commercial will feature kids using mobile technology in fun, relatable scenarios, and selected talent will work with professional directors on a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted lines on camera
• Take direction from the director and production team
• Portray natural, expressive reactions in commercial scenes
• Attend an in-person audition with a parent or guardian

Requirements

• Boys and girls up to age 17
• Must be able to read and perform scripted dialogue
• New faces only
• Must be local to the Las Vegas area
• Parent or guardian must be present for auditions and filming
• Comfortable working on a professional commercial set

Compensation

• $1,500 per day
• Additional usage pay if applicable
• Paid commercial role

Job Description
An independent short film is casting actors and crew members for a no-budget, emotionally driven project filming in London. This poetic drama explores themes of loss, grief, love, and quiet resilience through an intimate, character-focused story. The production welcomes emerging talent and is especially open to filmmaking and acting students looking to build experience and reel-worthy material.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes for a dramatic short film

• Portray emotionally grounded, character-driven performances

• Collaborate closely with a small independent production team

• Participate professionally throughout a multi-day shoot

Requirements

• Open to actors of all experience levels

• Seeking:

  • Actors

  • One voice actor

  • Crew members

• Filmmaking and acting students are strongly encouraged to apply

• Must be available to film in London

Compensation

• No-budget independent short film

• Valuable on-set experience

• High-quality footage provided for reels

Aunts – Bilingual Commercial Roles

Job Description
A paid commercial campaign is casting three women to portray expressive, dramatic aunts in a lively, novela-inspired family setting. These ensemble roles highlight big personalities, strong comedic timing, and dynamic group interactions that bring humor and chaos to family scenes.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform in ensemble scenes with expressive reactions

• Deliver comedic and dramatic moments naturally on camera

• Collaborate closely with other cast members in group settings

• Follow direction to enhance family energy and storytelling

Requirements

• Female, 50s

• Latina

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

• Expressive, dramatic, and comfortable in group scenes

• Strong comedic instincts and natural reactions

Compensation

• $500 per session

• Additional $1,250 buyout

• 20% agency fee applies

• Each role works approximately 1 day