Role for short film

Job Description

An NYU thesis short film titled For Zion is seeking Black actors for lead and supporting roles in a powerful, character-driven sports drama. The story follows a young Jamaican track star chasing greatness in the 400m while struggling under the emotional weight of legacy, family pressure, and generational trauma.

This dramatic short explores themes of ambition, father-son dynamics, identity, and the burden of expectation within a family of elite runners. The project offers emotionally layered roles with strong character arcs and meaningful screen time.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a principal or supporting character in a dramatic thesis short film

• Perform emotionally nuanced scenes centered on family conflict and personal struggle

• For the lead role, convincingly perform running/sprinting sequences

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Attend scheduled rehearsals and filming days

Roles

Myles (Lead)
A 22-year-old Jamaican track star dedicated to becoming the fastest 400m runner. Driven and disciplined due to his father’s intense training, Myles struggles internally with feelings of inadequacy and the pressure of legacy.

• Black male, ages 22–30

• Must be able to run/sprint convincingly

Chilton (Lead)
Myles’ father and former athlete who never achieved his own dreams. He now lives vicariously through his son, creating tension as both a father and coach.

• Black male, ages 40–60 (50+ presenting)

Pops (Supporting)
A retired Olympic gold medalist and first-generation family track star. Once disciplined and focused, he now lives a relaxed retired life.

• Elderly Black male, 70+ presenting

Grandma (Supporting)
Former matriarch of the family who is gradually losing her sense of self due to age.

• Elderly Black female, 70+ presenting

Requirements

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Availability for scheduled shoot days and rehearsals

• For Myles: athletic ability and sprinting skills required

• Professional headshot and resume

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This NYU thesis short offers substantial character roles and strong dramatic material for actor reels.

Job Description

A short film titled Nutcracker is casting male actors to portray tenacious fraternal twin brothers locked in a comedic rivalry over peanut brittle. This character-driven story centers on sibling dynamics, competitiveness, and absurd humor set against a nostalgic, adventurous tone.

The production is seeking performers who can bring strong comedic timing, physicality, and expressive personality to the screen. The film blends stylized visuals with heightened conflict between brothers, creating a bold and entertaining short-form project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of two fraternal twin brothers in a lead role

• Perform comedic and physically expressive scenes

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Participate in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Bring energy and strong character presence to a sibling rivalry storyline

Requirements

• Male actors able to portray twin brothers (open to fraternal twin look)

• Strong comedic acting skills

• Comfortable with physical performance and expressive storytelling

• Professional headshot and resume required

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This short film offers strong character roles and valuable on-screen material for actor reels.

Job Description

A student thesis film titled Devoured is seeking two female actors for lead roles in a psychological drama exploring themes of insecurity, identity, and mental illness. The film centers on Eve, a deeply insecure young woman struggling with anorexia, and Lilith, a confident and captivating bartender who represents the physical embodiment of Eve’s illness.

This emotionally driven project examines the internal battle between self-perception and identity through a dark, symbolic narrative. The selected actors will play complex, layered characters in a visually and psychologically intense story.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray one of the two lead characters in a character-focused thesis film

• Perform emotionally demanding scenes involving psychological tension

• Collaborate closely with the director and student production team

• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming days

• Bring depth, nuance, and authenticity to sensitive subject matter

Roles

Eve (23)
A deeply insecure young woman silently suffering from anorexia. She is anxious, has developed physical tics, and experiences memory loss due to her illness, weakening her grip on reality.

Lilith (23)
The confident and effortlessly beautiful foil to Eve. A bartender with siren-like qualities, she captivates Eve and ultimately reveals herself to be the physical embodiment of Eve’s illness.

Requirements

• Female actors, approximately age 23 (or able to portray early 20s)

• Strong dramatic acting ability

• Comfortable performing psychologically intense material

• Professional headshot and resume required

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This is a thesis film production offering lead roles and strong material for actor reels.

Job Description

An upcoming indie short film is casting a female lead for the role of Serena, a tightly wound and high-strung liberal arts college student. The story follows Serena as she encounters an eccentric man dressed in a potato sack during a stressful academic deadline. This unexpected meeting pulls her out of her comfort zone and into a “back-to-nature” experience that challenges everything she knows.

This character-driven project centers on emotional range, vulnerability, and transformation as Serena is swept into a completely unfamiliar world. Production is seeking a strong performer who can portray intensity, stress, and eventual emotional unraveling with authenticity.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Serena, a stressed college student navigating a personal and emotional turning point

• Perform emotionally demanding scenes requiring expressive range

• Collaborate closely with the director and creative team

• Participate fully in rehearsals and scheduled shoot days

• Bring depth and nuance to a character experiencing psychological and environmental contrast

Requirements

• Female talent, ages 20–24

• Ability to convincingly portray a high-strung, tightly wound college student

• Strong emotional acting skills with comfort performing dramatic material

• Prior acting experience preferred

• Professional headshot and resume required for submission

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon inquiry. This is a lead role in an independent short film offering significant screen time and creative exposure.

Job Description

A dark comedy short film is seeking a real-life couple in their 70s to portray the parents of three siblings in a heartfelt yet comedic story about navigating life after loss. The film, titled Everything Is F**ed*, follows three siblings as they determine how to move forward after the sudden death of their parents.

Production will take place in Mahwah, New Jersey. Selected talent will appear in a featured scene and must also be able to provide personal photos for use within the film. There is no dialogue for these roles. Talent must be able to provide their own transportation to set.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the mother and father of three adult siblings

• Participate in a one-day on-set shoot

• Provide personal photographs for production use

• Follow direction from the director and production team

• Arrive prepared and on time with own transportation

Requirements

• Real-life couple preferred

• Male and female talent in their 70s

• Comfortable appearing in a non-speaking role

• Able to self-report to set in Mahwah, New Jersey

• Confirm current place of residence in submission

Compensation Details

These roles are unpaid. Selected talent will receive film credit and a copy of the completed project.

Job Description

A growing horror series is seeking background talent for a large-scale Fall Festival scene. Casting directors are looking for individuals of all ages to help bring an exciting community festival atmosphere to life.

This scene will feature festival games, a hayride, bounce houses, food trucks, and a lively crowd environment. Talent will appear as festival attendees, helping create an authentic and energetic fall-themed setting for a streaming series set in North Carolina.

The project will stream on major platforms, including Amazon Prime Video and Tubi. This is an opportunity to be part of a professionally produced horror series and gain on-set experience in a dynamic filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray festival attendees in a fall-themed community event scene

• Follow on-set direction from the production team

• Participate in background activities such as festival games and crowd interactions

• Maintain energy and continuity throughout evening/night filming

• Arrive camera-ready and prepared for a nighttime shoot

Requirements

• Open to all ages

• Families, individuals, couples, and groups of friends encouraged to apply

• Comfortable working on a film production set (not a public event)

• Must RSVP and receive approval prior to attending

• Available for an evening/night shoot

Compensation Details

Compensation details will be provided upon approval. This opportunity offers valuable on-set experience and exposure as part of a professionally produced streaming horror series.

Job Description
A short production is now seeking non-union volunteers for a project filming in Toronto. This opportunity offers a small honorarium and is ideal for performers looking to gain experience on set while contributing to a creative production.

Casting directors are seeking reliable individuals who can commit to a short filming window. If you’re searching for Toronto casting calls, volunteer acting roles, or non-union film opportunities in Canada, this is a great way to build credits and collaborate with a production team.

Job Responsibilities

• Participate in scheduled filming for the project

• Follow direction from the director and crew

• Arrive prepared and on time for set

• Maintain professionalism throughout the shoot

Requirements

• Non-union talent

• Available to work in Toronto

• Able to commit to approximately 3–4 hours of filming

• Reliable and punctual

Compensation

• $150 honorarium (depending on applicant volume)

• Volunteer-based production opportunity

• On-set experience and production credit

Female Picture Double for Major TV Series

Job Description
A major television series is now casting a female picture double for upcoming filming in Wicklow. This paid casting call requires specific physical measurements and is ideal for experienced doubles or tall performers who closely match the production’s requirements.

Picture doubles play a key role in supporting lead actors during technical setups, lighting adjustments, and select scenes. If you’re searching for TV series casting calls in Ireland or paid picture double roles, this is a strong opportunity to work on a high-profile production.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a female picture double for a principal actor

• Match height, hair, and physical measurements as required

• Work closely with camera and lighting departments

• Attend scheduled costume fitting

• Be available for all listed shoot dates

Requirements

• Female, age 18+

• Caucasian

• Minimum height: 6 feet

• Short hair

• Must be a resident of Ireland

• Valid PPSN and legal right to work in Ireland

• Available for fitting and scheduled filming dates

• Able to provide full-length photo and measurements

Compensation

• Paid picture double role

• Professional television production credit

• On-set experience on a major TV series

African American Female Photo Double for New TV Show

Job Description
A new television show filming in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is now casting a photo double for an upcoming production. Casting directors are seeking an African American female in her 50s–60s who is physically fit and able to closely match the principal performer’s appearance.

This paid photo double opportunity is ideal for experienced background actors or stand-ins who understand continuity, body matching, and on-set technical work. If you’re looking for photo double casting calls in Louisiana or paid TV production jobs in Baton Rouge, this is a strong opportunity to work on a professional set.

Job Responsibilities

• Serve as a photo double for a principal actor

• Match physicality, posture, and movement as needed

• Work closely with the camera and lighting departments

• Maintain availability during the filming window

• Follow on-set direction precisely

Requirements

• African American female

• Ages 50s–60s

• Physically fit build

• Available to work in Baton Rouge, LA

• Flexible availability within the filming window

• Professional attitude and reliability on set

Compensation

• $200 for 12-hour filming day

• Paid photo double role on a new television show

Assistant Director for Sci-Fi Action Feature Film

Job Description
A paid feature film production is seeking an experienced Assistant Director for an upcoming sci-fi action-adventure movie. This is a key leadership role supporting the director and production team in managing daily operations on set.

The ideal candidate has hands-on film set experience and thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. This assistant director job is perfect for professionals with strong organizational skills who are ready to help bring an ambitious sci-fi feature to life.

Talent based in the Southeast U.S. is preferred for this production.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-set scheduling and production coordination

• Support the director in executing the creative vision

• Manage cast and crew logistics during filming

• Ensure scenes stay on schedule and production runs efficiently

• Communicate clearly between departments

Requirements

• Previous set or production experience

• Strong communication skills

• Excellent management and organizational abilities

• Ability to work in a fast-paced feature film environment

• Southeast U.S.-based applicants preferred

Compensation

• Paid Assistant Director position

• Feature film credit in a sci-fi action-adventure production

• Professional leadership opportunity on a major film set

Female Commercial Role for Credit Union Campaign

Job Description
A commercial casting call is now seeking a female actor for a non-union credit union commercial filming in Hampton Roads, Virginia. This paid speaking role will feature a relatable “mom” character working from a home office environment.

This commercial acting opportunity is ideal for experienced performers or emerging talent looking to land a paid commercial role with strong session and usage rates. The project includes one year of usage across all local media and broadcast, with potential renewal at the client’s discretion.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a mom working in a home office setting

• Deliver scripted commercial dialogue naturally and confidently

• Record and submit a self-tape audition with provided script

• Portray warmth, relatability, and authenticity on camera

Requirements

• Female, late 20s to early 40s

• Open to all ethnicities

• Strong on-camera speaking ability

• Comfortable recording and submitting a self-taped audition

• Available to work in Hampton Roads, Virginia

Compensation

• $650 session fee for speaking role

• $350 usage fee (less applicable fees)

• 1-year usage across local media and broadcast

• Potential buyout renewal at client’s discretion

Mr. Graves / The Frenchman Role for Short Film “PhoneCall with the Devil”

Job Description
A short film casting call is now open for the proof-of-concept project PhoneCall with the Devil. Casting directors are seeking a strong male actor to portray Mr. Graves, also known as The Frenchman, a complex character with dual identities.

This dark, dialogue-driven short film will shoot in Sacramento and offers a stipend for selected talent. The role calls for a commanding performer who can shift seamlessly between two distinct personas—one polished and authoritative, the other seductive and dangerously manipulative. Actors searching for short film casting calls, dual-role performances, or character-driven indie film projects are encouraged to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Mr. Graves and his alter ego, The Frenchman

• Deliver intense, dialogue-heavy scenes with emotional control

• Differentiate two distinct characters without caricature

• Perform with subtlety, restraint, and vocal command

• Participate in scheduled shoot dates (2 of 3 planned days)

Requirements

• Male, ages 35–50

• African American

• Strong acting range with ability to portray dual identities

• American “Transatlantic” accent for Graves

• French-influenced English accent for The Frenchman (coaching may be provided)

• Available to work in Sacramento

• Comfortable with dark, psychological themes

Compensation

• Stipend paid role

• Short film credit in a proof-of-concept production

• Opportunity to showcase range in a dual-character performance