SAG-AFTRA Short Film Casting call for Caridad

Caridad – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is casting a young actress to portray Caridad, a lovable supporting character in a moving family drama. Caridad is a 6-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American girl who is the youngest child in the family. Sweet, cheerful, and easygoing, she brings warmth and joy to those around her.

This is an excellent opportunity for a young performer to gain experience in a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Caridad in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production staff
• Participate in filming as scheduled
• Bring natural charm and authenticity to the role
• Work cooperatively with cast and crew

Requirements

• Female, approximately 6 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• No acting experience required
• Parent or guardian consent required

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Two-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Frank – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is now casting a young actor to portray Frank, a supporting character in a family-focused drama. Frank is a 12-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American boy who is energetic, adventurous, and quick to make friends. Adaptable and outgoing, he embraces change and brings positivity to his family.

This role offers a great opportunity for young performers to showcase their personality and acting abilities in a professional film production.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Frank in scripted scenes
• Follow creative direction from the filmmaking team
• Participate in scheduled rehearsals and filming
• Bring energy and authenticity to the role
• Work professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male, approximately 12 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• Acting experience is beneficial but not required
• Available for all filming commitments

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Two-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Catalina – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is seeking a young actress to play Catalina, a supporting character in a heartfelt period drama. Catalina is a 14-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American girl who serves as the responsible and mature eldest sibling in a military family. Independent and confident, she is beginning to navigate adolescence while balancing family responsibilities.

This role is ideal for young performers interested in portraying a layered and relatable character.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform scripted scenes as Catalina
• Take direction from the production team
• Convey maturity, confidence, and emotional authenticity on camera
• Attend all scheduled filming dates
• Work collaboratively with fellow cast members

Requirements

• Female, approximately 14 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• Previous acting experience is welcome but not required
• Available for all scheduled filming days

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Two-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Alejandro – Supporting Role

Job Description

A SAG-AFTRA short film is casting a young actor to portray Alejandro, a key supporting character in a dramatic family story set in 1969. Alejandro is a 10-year-old Cuban and Filipino-American boy from a military family who struggles to adapt to constant moves and finding his place among his siblings. Creative, thoughtful, and passionate about filmmaking, he finds comfort in escaping into movies and storytelling.

This role offers young performers the opportunity to work on a professional film production and portray a meaningful character with emotional depth.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray Alejandro in scripted scenes
• Follow direction from the director and production team
• Deliver authentic and emotionally grounded performances
• Participate in scheduled filming days
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew

Requirements

• Male, approximately 10 years old
• Filipino, Mixed/Mestizo Filipino, Hispanic, or Latine talent
• Must portray a Cuban and Filipino-American character
• Comfortable wearing a bathing suit during beach scenes
• No water activities involved
• Previous acting experience is helpful but not required
• Must be available for filming dates as scheduled

Compensation

• SAG SPA Scale: $249 per day
• Three-day booking
• Additional 10% if represented by an agent
• Professional SAG-AFTRA film credit

Job Description

A production is casting for the supporting role of Tony, a confident and street-smart character with a strong personality. The role calls for an actor capable of delivering a convincing New York Italian-American accent and portraying a character involved in questionable cross-border business dealings.

Casting directors are seeking performers with a commanding on-screen presence, strong acting abilities, and authentic dialect skills for this supporting role.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray the supporting character Tony in a scripted production.
• Deliver an authentic New York Italian-American accent throughout filming.
• Bring confidence, charisma, and intensity to the role.
• Collaborate with the director and cast to develop the character.
• Attend filming dates and production activities as required.

Requirements

• Male actor.
• Ages 25–55.
• White / European descent.
• Strong New York accent required.
• Ability to perform a convincing Italian-American dialect.
• Confident on-screen presence and strong character acting skills.
• Professional acting experience preferred.

Character Description

Tony

• Supporting Role
• Male, ages 25–55
• Italian-American character with an edge
• Involved in importing questionable products across the border
• Strong presence and confident attitude
• Must convincingly portray a New York Italian-American accent similar to characters seen in classic mob dramas

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

A dramatic film production is casting multiple speaking and featured roles for a project filming in Columbia, South Carolina. The story centers on Monica and her family across different stages of life, exploring emotional relationships, personal struggles, and family dynamics.

Casting directors are seeking talented performers capable of portraying emotionally layered characters in a character-driven production. Both principal and supporting roles are available.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters authentically and convincingly.
• Participate in rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Follow creative direction from the production team.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members.
• Be available for the full production day as required.

Available Roles

Monica

• Female, ages 35–45
• Mixed ethnicity preferred (flexible if visually matching younger versions)
• Emotionally layered, grounded, and expressive

Little Girl

• Female, ages 6–10
• Same or similar ethnicity as Monica
• Natural, expressive, and innocent

Teenage Girl

• Female, ages 15–18
• Same or similar ethnicity as Monica
• Vulnerable and emotionally conflicted

Jogger

• Female
• Similar age range as Monica
• Same ethnicity as Monica
• May be portrayed by the same actress as Monica or a body double

Dad

• Male, ages 60–70
• Open ethnicity
• Warm, gentle, and emotionally aware

Mom

• Female, ages 60–70
• Believable as Monica’s mother
• Fragile, soft, and confused

Ms. Williams (Voice Role)

• Female, ages 50–70
• Emotional and grieving

Teenage Boy

• Male, ages 16–20
• Aggressive and controlling personality

Older Monica

• Female, ages 50s–60s
• Same ethnicity as Monica

Monica’s Husband

• Male, ages 50s–60s
• Gentle and supportive

Requirements

• Acting experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to portray strong emotional performances.
• Must submit a current headshot and resume.
• Available for the production schedule in Columbia, South Carolina.
• Professional attitude and reliability on set.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.

Job Description

An independent sci-fi drama film is seeking actors for lead and supporting roles in RESET, a short film written by Scott Gore and directed by Aaron Harris. The story follows a gambling addict who is mysteriously sent back in time with his daughter and given one chance to reset his life before losing everything. This self-funded passion project offers performers an opportunity to collaborate on a meaningful independent production and gain valuable experience working with an emerging filmmaker.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray assigned characters in a dramatic science-fiction narrative.
• Attend rehearsals and filming sessions as scheduled.
• Work closely with the director and production team to bring characters to life.
• Learn and perform scripted dialogue and scenes.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability throughout production.

Requirements

Casting is currently seeking the following roles:

Bob Sanders

• Male, ages 45–55
• Lead role

Casey Sanders

• Female, ages 18–22
• Lead role

Reve Canard

• Male, ages 30–50
• Supporting role

Mrs. Sanders

• Female, ages 45–55
• Supporting role

Younger Bob

• Male, ages 35–40
• Supporting role

Nettie

• Female, ages 25–35
• Supporting role

Applicants should submit:

• Headshot
• Resume
• Demo reel (if available)
• Completed casting form

Compensation Details

• Independent, self-funded film project.
• Compensation details will be provided to selected talent.

Job Description

J3 Media Group is casting lead, supporting, child, and background roles for Glass Crown: The Repass, a narrative short film filming in Atlanta, Georgia.

The project is a character-driven drama centered on family, status, grief, and survival. Set during a tense family repast following a loss, long-buried secrets and unresolved tensions erupt into a life-changing confrontation.

Filming Details

• Location: Atlanta, Georgia
• Shoot Dates: August 21–22, 2026

Casting Roles

Sienna (Lead)

• Black female
• Early 30s
• Poised, controlled, and commanding
• A self-made woman forced to confront the family she left behind

Cairo (Lead)

• Black male
• Early to mid-30s
• Quietly dominant, protective, and grounded
• Strong screen presence with minimal dialogue

Coco (Supporting)

• Black female
• Ages 40–50s
• Warm yet sharp
• Protective maternal figure who notices everything happening around her

Jonathan (Supporting)

• Black male
• Ages 50–60s
• Respected family elder
• Complex character carrying family history and hidden tensions

Young Boy

• Black male
• Ages 6–9

Young Girl

• Black female
• Ages 6–9

Background Extras

• Family members
• Friends
• Church members
• Repast attendees
• Community guests

Compensation

• Lead and supporting roles are paid (rates discussed upon casting)
• IMDb credit provided
• Meals provided
• Footage available for demo reels

Buffalo Soldier Short Film Actors

Job Description

A paid short film production is casting actors for a historical drama centered on Buffalo Soldiers. This independent film project offers performers the opportunity to portray compelling characters inspired by an important chapter of American history. Filming will take place in Arizona and seeks dedicated actors interested in dramatic storytelling and period productions.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray characters in a historical short film.
• Attend rehearsals and filming as scheduled.
• Follow direction from the director and production team.
• Deliver authentic and engaging performances.
• Collaborate with fellow cast members and crew throughout production.

Requirements

• Actors of various backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Strong acting ability and interest in historical storytelling.
• Comfortable performing in period costume and settings.
• Reliable, professional, and available for filming dates.
• Previous acting experience is a plus but not required.

Compensation

• Paid acting opportunity.
• On-set experience in an independent short film production.
• Opportunity to build credits and gain exposure in the film industry.

Job Description

A casting opportunity is available for an actress to portray a powerful and complex character inspired by historical influences from the Bronx during the 2011–2015 Brujería gang era. Producers are seeking Indigenous-identifying talent, including mixed Indigenous performers, with preference given to Taino-identifying actresses, though all qualified candidates will be considered.

The role combines elements of a strong Indigenous female leader with the commanding presence of a notorious crime figure, creating a unique and compelling character for a dramatic project.

Job Responsibilities

• Portray a lead or featured character in a scripted production.
• Participate in rehearsals, auditions, and filming as required.
• Bring emotional depth, authenticity, and intensity to the role.
• Collaborate with the director and creative team to develop the character.
• Perform scenes consistent with the project’s dramatic and crime-related themes.

Requirements

• Indigenous-identifying actresses encouraged to apply.
• Mixed Indigenous performers are welcome.
• Taino heritage preferred but not required.
• Strong acting ability and on-camera presence.
• Ability to portray a complex and powerful character.
• Previous acting experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Must be available for auditions and production activities as scheduled.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details will be discussed with selected applicants.
• Additional project information and script materials will be provided during the casting process.

Job Description

Barbarella Casting Agency is seeking an autistic actor for an upcoming vertical series production filming in Los Angeles. This non-union opportunity is open to individuals on the autism spectrum who can bring authenticity and representation to the project. The production encourages submissions from autistic talent and welcomes performers interested in gaining experience in a professional filming environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a featured actor or background performer in a vertical series production.
• Follow direction from the production team during filming.
• Participate in scheduled shoot days as required.
• Collaborate professionally with cast and crew members.
• Help bring authenticity and representation to the project.

Requirements

• Must be on the autism spectrum.
• Ages 18–25.
• Comfortable performing on camera.
• Must submit a recent photo, full name, age, and phone number.
• Available to work during the production schedule.
• Non-union talent welcome.

Compensation Details

• Compensation details not specified.
• No agency fee required.
• Professional production experience opportunity.

Job Description

A film production is seeking paid background actors for an upcoming scene filming in Lansing, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring performers and individuals interested in gaining on-camera experience while working alongside a professional production team. Selected background actors will help bring realism and atmosphere to the scene.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform as a background actor in designated scenes.
• Follow instructions from the director, assistant directors, and production staff.
• Remain attentive and professional throughout filming.
• Participate in multiple takes as required.
• Arrive prepared and available for the full filming schedule.

Requirements

• Must be available to work in Lansing, Illinois.
• Ability to follow on-set directions and maintain continuity between takes.
• Professional attitude and reliability.
• Previous acting experience is helpful but not required.
• Must be comfortable appearing on camera.

Compensation Details

• Paid background acting opportunity.
• Compensation details will be provided to selected applicants.