Job Description
A short romantic drama is seeking two lead actors for a visually emotive, character-driven narrative. The film centers around a brief yet impactful moment between two college students in a lecture hall—one a quiet dreamer, the other a confident achiever. This micro-short film (2 minutes) explores themes of longing, admiration, and emotional connection in an academic setting. Directed with a deep focus on performance nuance, this project is ideal for talent passionate about expressive, story-rich filmmaking.
Job Responsibilities
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Portray emotional depth in subtle, non-verbal performance
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Collaborate with an indie film director to bring character motivations to life
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Participate in a short film shoot with limited dialogue, emphasizing visual storytelling
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Engage in character-driven scenes that explore romantic tension and self-discovery
Requirements
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Age range: 17–25
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Role of Danny: Male, Chinese or Caucasian; introspective, uncertain, quietly hopeful
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Role of Alex: Female, Caucasian (preferred) or Chinese; high-achieving, confident, values authenticity
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Must be non-union
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Submit demo reel and headshots for consideration
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Comfortable portraying emotional vulnerability and romantic dynamics
Compensation
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Unpaid; lunch and craft services provided
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Cast will receive a copy of the final film for their acting reels
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Sides for audition provided to selected candidates
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A psychological horror short film titled Dr. Geist is seeking a talented female actor for a minor role. This project offers a great opportunity to gain experience in a thrilling and atmospheric production.
Job Responsibilities:
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Perform in a short horror scene as directed
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Participate in one-hour filming session
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Take direction and collaborate with the production team
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Portray emotion and movement consistent with the film’s tone
Requirements:
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Female, ages 20–40, any ethnicity
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Must be able to run on camera
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Prior acting experience preferred but not required
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Must be available for filming in Bradford, ON
Compensation:
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$25.00 + travel reimbursement
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Job Description
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Job Responsibilities
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Portray a 10-year-old version of the main character with authenticity and emotional depth
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Collaborate closely with the director and crew during filming
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Participate in rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled
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Take direction effectively and contribute to the emotional tone of the film
Requirements
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Must be able to convincingly play a 10-year-old girl
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No prior acting experience required
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Must provide a recent headshot
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Demo reel optional
Compensation
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Honorarium provided
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Casting Marton for Short Film
Job Description:
A short film is seeking an actor to play Marton, the lead character. This character is a complex, introspective man with a quiet intensity, and the role requires strong acting skills to portray emotional depth with subtlety.
Job Responsibilities:
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Portray Marton, a man in his 30s to early 40s, who is introverted with an emotional inner world
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Deliver lines in English with an accent that matches the character’s background
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Collaborate closely with the director to convey hidden emotions and internal conflict
Requirements:
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Male actor, 30s to early 40s
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Must be fluent in Hungarian or another Eastern European language
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Able to perform with nuanced emotion and quiet presence
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Open to both ACTRA and non-union actors
Compensation:
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Paid role, rate to be discussed upon selection